BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science
BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Campus
Putrajaya, WP Putrajaya, Malaysia
Putrajaya, WP Putrajaya, Malaysia| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
|---|---|
| Study mode |
Full-time
|
| Duration |
3 years
|
| Intakes |
September
|
| Total tuition fee (local) | RM 43,920 |
| Total tuition fee (foreign) | RM 49,920 |
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
- Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation in Science: ABBC – A in Mathematics, B in Physics, B in Chemistry, C in Academic English/Study Skills
- Heriot-Watt University Malaysia Foundation in Business and Design: ABBC – A in Mathematics, B in Accountancy and Finance, B in Business Management, C in Academic English/Study Skills
- A-Level: ABB including A in Mathematics
- STPM: ABB including A in Mathematics
- Diploma with high level of attainment in mathematics recognised by the Malaysian Government
- Any other relevant qualification with high level of attainment in mathematics recognised by the Malaysian Government
English language requirements
- If English is not your first language, then evidence of proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 is required.
Curriculum
First Year
- Probability and Statistics
- Actuarial and Financial Mathematics
- Linear Algebra
- Multivariate Calculus and Real Analysis
- Finance and Financial Reporting
- Practical Work
Second Year
- Life Insurance Mathematics
- Statistical Models
- Stochastic Processes
- Portfolio Theory and Asset Models
- Survival Models
- Derivative Markets and Discrete-time Finance
- Project Work
Third Year
- Risk Theory
- Financial Risk Management
- Pension Funds
- Life Office Practice
- Time Series
- Bayesian Inference
- Other electives in mathematics and economics