Master of Actuarial Science (Enhanced)
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
Melbourne Business Schools Master of Actuarial Science (Enhanced) provides a graduate pathway to prepare you for the actuarial profession. Graduates of this degree will be analytical in the application of actuarial theory, knowledge, principles, techniques and data. They will be problem solvers capable of explaining, applying and critically evaluating the use of actuarial models, particularly in relation to insurance and superannuation. The program is designed to provide exemptions from Part I (Foundation) and half of the Part II (Associateship) professional exams accreditation exemptions for the Actuaries Institute.
Structure
- The degree is designed to be completed in 2-years of full-time study or part time equivalent and requires completion of 200 points. The degree consists of 16 semester-length subjects comprising:
- 6 discipline core subjects
- 2 capstone subjects and
- 8 elective subjects.
Subjects
- Mathematics of Finance I
- Mathematics of Finance II
- Mathematics of Finance III
- Life Insurance Models I
- Assurance Practices
- Topics in Insurance and FinanceLife Contingencies
- General Insurance Modelling
- Accounting and Finance for Actuaries
- Data Analytics in Insurance 2
- Actuarial Practice and Control I
- Economics for Actuaries
- Data Analytics in Insurance 1
- Statistical Techniques in Insurance
- Actuarial Practice and Control I
Standard entry requirements
- Have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree with a major in mathematically based subjects, such as studies in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering (or equivalent), AND
- Have completed the subjects MAST20004 Probability and MAST20005 Statistics or subjects in probability and statistics at an equivalent level, AND
- Submit a 500 word personal statement outlining why you wish to be considered for this course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Parkville | International: $119,684 | No |
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| Parkville | Domestic: $77,684 | No |
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