Division of Economic and Financial Studies

Bachelor of Applied Finance with the degree of Bachelor of Commerce - Actuarial Studies

Department: Department of Actuarial Studies,
Department of Economics,
Department of Accounting and Finance
Course Type: Undergraduate
Degree Type: Double Degree*
 

Key Features

The Department of Actuarial Studies at Macquarie University has been recognised by the Institute of Actuaries of Australia as a Centre of Excellence in actuarial education. The Macquarie Actuarial Program has been running successfully for over 30 years and many Macquarie actuarial graduates hold senior positions in the financial services industry in Australia and overseas.

Suitable For

Students interested in work based on the application of mathematical, statistical, economic and financial analysis to a wide range of practical problems in long-term financial planning and management. This course allows students to major in both applied finance and actuarial studies.

Suggested Programs of Study

The full list of recommended programs for actuarial degrees is available.

The full list of suggested Programs of Study for the Bachelor of Applied Finance can be found in the Handbook.

For a list of Suggested Programs of Study organised by Subject, see Degrees by Subject.

Career Opportunities

Financial advising to governments and a wide range of commercial organisations such as life, general (non-life), health insurance companies, superannuation funds, banks, stockbrokers, funds managers and other finance and investment sector companies.

Requirements

Entry Requirements:

Advanced mathematics is required.

Course Quota:

No

Work Experience Requirements:

No work experience required.

English Language Requirements:

Can be accessed from Macquarie International

Domestic Students:

UAI Requirements, Fees

International Students:

Course Entry Rank & fees, Course Entry Rank Calculator

Course Details

Minimum Course Duration:

4 Years

Mid Year Intake:

No

Course Commences:

February

Study Options:

Full-time

Course Credit Point Value:

96

Subjects Per Year:

6-8

Enquiries:

Department of Actuarial Studies
Department of Economics
Department of Accounting and Finance

Program

Refer to the Handbook for the relevant study pattern or coherent study for this program.

PLEASE NOTE: It is essential that students refer to degree rules and official unit sequences in the University handbook to ascertain their official study program which will vary from the sample program listed here. The University Calendar can be found at Macquarie University Handbook page.

It is highly recommended that students access the Macquarie University timetables website at least two weeks prior to enrolment to ensure a suitable schedule for lectures, tutorials and practical sessions for all enrolled units. Please note that new students are required to have their class timetable officially approved by an Academic Adviser upon enrolment and that it is subject to change due to class availability.

*Double Degrees:
Students electing not to complete all the requirements of the double degree may choose instead to qualify with either degree after all requirements of the single degree have been met. This is not available for all double degrees so academic advice should be sought.