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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Actuarial Studies (Extension) (Coursework)

Course code: #8416

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Actuarial Studies (Extension) (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $50,568 AUD

  • Application fee

    $125 AUD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    2 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    068778K

Options
Practicum

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 30-November-2022 2022-11-30
Winter-May 31-March-2023 2023-03-31
Spring-September 31-July-2023 2023-07-31
Fall-February 30-November-2023 2023-11-30

Overview

Master of Actuarial Studies (Extension)

The Master of Actuarial Studies (Extension) at The University of New South Wales equips you with the data analytics and quantitative risk management training for success in an actuarial career or a career in finance. 

The extension program adds four courses to the Master of Actuarial Studies. 

This allows you to complete the professionally accredited courses to become an actuary, as well as to broaden your knowledge through electives in actuarial studies, risk management, business, or options in mathematics and computer science.

The program is professionally accredited and will provide you with solid training in actuarial studies, business and analytics and prepare you for an actuarial career as well as entry into the broader financial services industry.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$67,568

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,920
Accommodation 1 bed room $17,000
Tuition 1 person $50,568

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

94
23
listening
25
writing
23
speaking
23
reading

PTE

65
54
listening
54
writing
54
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

185
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

If you do not currently meet the English language requirements of your chosen program, UNSW Global offers courses and programs designed to help you reach these requirements.

Different options are available depending on your current English language level.

English courses at UNSW Global include Academic English (English for University), Professional English, and General English, as well as test preparation courses.

English language courses are available at various levels and lengths and may be packaged with a UNSW Foundation Studies Program, UNSW Diploma Program or a UNSW Degree.

University English Entry Course (UEEC)

University English Entry Course (UEEC) prepares you for entry into university if you’ve received a conditional offer from UNSW Sydney but do not meet the UNSW English entry requirements.

University English Entry Course (UEEC 20 or 15 or 10) is a 10, 15 or 20-week course designed to prepare students for a UNSW Diploma program or a UNSW degree program (undergraduate or postgraduate)

Essential Academic English (EAE)

Essential Academic English (EAE) provides the English skills you need to thrive at university. It prepares you for University English and Foundation English courses.

English Entry Requirements

Entry RequirementsDirect entryUEEC 10 WeeksUEEC 15 WeeksUEEC 20 WeeksEAE 10 Weeks
IELTS7.0, Writing 6.0
(subscores 6.0)
6.5, Writing 6.0
(subscores 5.5)
6.0, Writing 6.0
(subscores 5.0)
6.0, Writing 5.5
(subscores 5.0)
5.5, Writing 5.5
(subscores 4.5)
TOEFL589, TWE 5.0577, TWE 5.0550, TWE 5.0537, TWE 4.5513, TWE 4.0
TOEFL-iBT94, Writing 25
(subscores 23)
90, Writing 2380, Writing 2075, Writing 1865, Writing 18
Pearson Test of English65, Writing 54
(subscores 54)
64, Writing 5454, Writing 5454, Writing 4646, Writing 46
Cambridge Advanced English185, Writing 169176, Writing 169169, Writing 169169, Writing 162162, Writing 154

Academic background and requirement

Admission to this program requires one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator; and
  • A major (at least seven courses) in actuarial studies; or
  • A major (at least seven courses) in econometrics; or
  • A major (at least seven courses) in mathematics or statistics

Career opportunities

  • Actuarial Analyst
  • Asset Management Trainee
  • Business Consultant
  • Credit Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Insurance Analyst
  • Investment Banker
  • Management Consultant
  • Risk Assessment Officer
  • Superannuation Adviser
  • Wealth Management Analyst
  • Derivatives Trader

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