University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationBy measuring and managing risk, actuaries help businesses, governments, not-for-profit organisations and individuals make critical decisions for the future.
This one-year Honours program is designed for students who have completed UNSW's Bachelor of Actuarial Studies and want to deepen their expertise to gain a competitive edge. Through a significant research thesis, you will develop analytical, problem-solving and research skills highly sought after in business and government.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
This degree is open to students who have passed the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$15,000
$53,000
$15,000
$53,000
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
Investment Manager
An Investment Manager oversees investment portfolios to meet clients’ financial objectives. You might work in a financial services firm, a bank, or...
Actuarial Analyst
An Actuarial Analyst assesses financial risks using mathematics, statistics, and financial theory. You might work in an insurance company, consulta...
Credit Analyst
A Credit Analyst assesses the creditworthiness of individuals and businesses to determine the risk of lending money. You might work for banks, cred...
Insurance Analyst
An Insurance Analyst is responsible for analysing insurance data and trends to provide insights that inform pricing strategies and risk assessments...
Actuary
An Actuary interprets information and data to assist with financial decision making. You might analyse data from a range of sources and assess the...
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