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Bachelor of Actuarial Science (3 Year Program)

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Program overview

Designed for international students, theโ€ฏBachelor of Actuarial Scienceโ€ฏ(3 Year Program) isโ€ฏcompleted inโ€ฏa two-semester-per year capacity,โ€ฏmeaning you willโ€ฏonlyโ€ฏstudy during the January and September semesters of each year. If you are a domestic student, please seeโ€ฏBachelor of Actuarial Science.

The diverse skillset acquired in this program will equip you with theโ€ฏtools to analyse and manage risks of all types andโ€ฏdevelop techniques for the effective use of quantitative information to influence and improve business decision making.

Accredited by theโ€ฏActuaries Institute,โ€ฏBondโ€™sโ€ฏBachelorโ€ฏof Actuarialโ€ฏScienceโ€ฏwill not only prepare you for a job that is in high demand, but also develop a knowledge base drawing from the core fields ofโ€ฏmathematics, probability, programming, finance, economics, and data scienceโ€ฏthat can be transferred across numerous industries and disciplines.

As a Bond Business School student, you will have exclusive access to facilities including the Bond FinTech Hub which enables you the opportunity to gain a Bloomberg certification,โ€ฏwhileโ€ฏyou can extend yourโ€ฏdata analytics knowledgeโ€ฏwith access toโ€ฏthe advanced computing environment of the Centre for Data Analyticsโ€ฏandโ€ฏits experts in thisโ€ฏfield.

The program structure allows attainment of exemptions for all components of Part I (Foundation Program) accreditation with the Actuaries Institute.

Program code: BN-10039

CRICOS code: 0101285

Bachelor of Actuarial Science (3 Year Program) - BN-10039

Duration
3 years (6 semesters)
Program Type
Bachelor Degree
Starting Semester
January 2025
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Location
Gold Coast Campus
Meet Professor of Data Science Steven Stern

About this program

Designed for students who wish to study via a two-semester model, this three-year program means you will study during the January and September semesters of each year only and will complete the degree over three years rather than the usual two.

The Bachelor of Actuarial Science (3 Year Program) is an innovative and immersive program that combines elements of economics, finance, statistics, data analytics and advanced mathematics to develop techniques for the management of risk and business decision making.

The Bachelor of Actuarial Science (3 Year Program) is taught via smaller classes for personalised attention and unparalleled access to Bond University's Bond FinTech Hub and Bloomberg data-sourcing terminals. The program develops studentsโ€™ skills in the challenge of crunching 'big data' numbers to create practical solutions for real-world problems. Employment opportunities include working as an investment analyst, portfolio manager, actuarial consultant, insurance actuary, superannuation actuary, risk analyst, big data analyst, liability manager and high-level manager. Successful completion of the program can lead to Part I qualification with the Actuaries Institute. 

What you'll be studying

  • Year 2

    In Year 2, you will complete six intermediate subjects including financial mathematics, contingent payment methods, corporate finance, and actuarial and financial models as well as six electives which may form parts of available majors of your choosing.

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Program features

  • Accredited program

    The program structure allows attainment of exemptions from all components of Part I (Foundation Program) accreditation with the Actuaries Institute.

  • Global opportunities

    Bolster your global experience during your degree with internship placements, study tours, or a study abroad semester.

  • Build a network

    Gain access to high profile Australian and international business leaders and alumni through a range of networking opportunities.

  • Gain Bloomberg skills

    Acquire internationally recognised Bloomberg certification during your studies as a business student, showcasing a high level of competency using the Bloomberg professional service used in the finance and banking sectors.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • "I chose Bond for the personalised experience, the small class sizes and the family culture. I have just completed a Summer Vacation Program at EY, Melbourne, in the Advisory-Data and Analytics Service Line which was such an incredible experience. I hope to do a Master of Finance or MBA to assist my future aspirations of being an executive in the corporate world and make a positive impact on communities and the environment." 

    Nikki Wallis - Actuarial Science Student
  • "Bondโ€™s actuarial program is ideal for developing the necessary skills to succeed in business, financial and data science industries. Taught by specialists in their fields, Bond students gain a deeper understanding of the ideas underlying in areas of risk assessment and modern data analytics plus the traditional skill set of an actuary. This gives graduates a notable advantage in the job market, augmented by the potential for networking and internships with Bond Business Schoolโ€™s industry partners."

    Steven Stern - Professor of Data Science
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