MJRU-ACTAP v.2 Actuarial and Applied Statistics Major (BSc Actuarial Sci)

Curtin University

About

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.

The BSc (Actuarial and Applied Statistics) degree is for students who decide part way through their BSc (Actuarial Science) degree that they will probably not continue their studies to becoming an Actuary and wish to broaden their degree to include more statistical units. The course does NOT cover all six (6) subjects required for completion of the Foundations Program of the Actuaries Institute examinations.

Course Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Actuaries Institute of Australia (and will remain so whilst the Institute reviews its accreditation policy).

Professional Recognition

Some units within this course may provide students with the opportunity to meet some of the requirements of professional accreditation with the Actuaries Institute.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

Structure

Major/Stream Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. acquire discipline knowledge and professional capabilities to identify a problem, research and interpret the data and apply appropriate techniques to develop an effective solution, GC1

2. understand contemporary issues from a range of different perspectives; engage with others to develop a shared awareness of cross-cultural differences, GC2

3. apply discipline knowledge, critical thinking and judgement to assess challenging, relevant problems and develop creative, innovative solutions, GC3

4. demonstrate a high level of awareness of relevant global developments; apply professional conduct, including self-reflection and ongoing learning, to respond and adapt to change, GC4

5. access, analyse and interpret relevant material, applying appropriate computer software and Actuarial Control Cycle approach; communicate effectively and in a professional manner using digital technology as appropriate to the audience and purpose, GC5

6. collaborate with others in a manner consistent with professional practices in order to solve problems relevant to industry, government and the wider community in a timely and effective manner, GC6

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

Code Version Course Name HRS/WK Credit
STAT3001 v.2 Statistical Modelling 4.0 25.0
STAT3000 v.1 Statistical Inference 4.0 25.0
SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 50.0
100.0

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

Code Version Course Name HRS/WK Credit
STAT2004 v.1 Analytics for Observational Data 4.0 25.0
MATH3004 v.1 Industrial Project 4.0 25.0
SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0
SELECT OPTIONS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0
100.0

OPTIONS TO SELECT FROM IN YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

Code Version Course Name HRS/WK Credit
INVE3001 v.1 Portfolio Management 3.0 25.0
INVE3000 v.1 Introduction to Derivative Securities 3.0 25.0
MATH2000 v.1 Network Optimisation 4.0 25.0
INDE2001 v.1 Logistics Modelling and Optimisation 4.0 25.0

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