Bachelor of Actuarial Studies/Science
Studying this unique double degree, you’ll graduate with a distinct combination of quantitative and modelling skills from Actuarial Studies with methodological insights from your specialisation in Science.
Actuaries help businesses, governments, not-for-profit organisations and individuals make critical decisions for the future by evaluating risks and opportunities. Through the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, you’ll learn to apply advanced analytical techniques, deliver highly valued data analytics, and actionable insights. You’ll also develop a specialist quantitative skill set in actuarial models, financial mathematics, probability, machine learning / artificial intelligence analytics, and commerce.
The Bachelor of Science allows you to choose from 26 majors across the physical, natural and human sciences. It gives you the flexibility to explore the areas of science you’re passionate in and design a degree that suits your goals.
Both courses equip you with highly transferable skills in analytical, logical and critical thinking that can be applied across diverse industries and sectors around the world, combined with unique expertise your distinct disciplines.
Key features
Learn from industry leaders
Our courses are taught by world-leading academic staff, professionally qualified actuaries, with involvement from industry practitioners to ensure a balanced development of skills.
Pathway to professional accreditation
Gain exemptions to the Actuaries Institute’s professional accreditation exams. Professional accreditation through the Actuaries Institute provides mutual recognition at major international actuarial bodies such as the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries in the UK and the Society of Actuaries in the US.
Put theory into practice
Both programs incorporate practical experience. The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies offers opportunities for internships, group consulting projects, and global practicums, while the Bachelor of Science includes for-credit work placements and research internships.
Tailor your degree
Both are flexible programs that allow you to shape your degree around your interests and goals. Science allows you to explore and choose from 26 majors, while Actuarial Studies offers actuarial and commerce specialisations as well as options for minors and electives.