Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Actuarial Science with a Specialism in Financial Technology
Course overview
Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
Study mode | Full-time |
Duration | 3 years |
Intakes | March, July, September |
Tuition (Local students) | $ 21,500 |
Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 23,280 |
Subjects
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Actuarial Science
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Finance
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Information Tech (IT)
About
This program focuses on Actuarial Science, specializing in Financial Technology, and has received full IFoA (UK) accreditation. The course syllabus is designed to meet the requirements of the largest actuarial bodies worldwide, like the IFoA (UK) and the SOA (US), and the highly experienced and qualified teaching staff provides students with extensive guidance to prepare for working in the industry after completion of the degree.This program integrates core knowledge in Mathematics and Statistics with Economics and Finance, equipping students with the actuarial tools needed for planning and managing risk. Students receive industry-focused coaching, gradually becoming more independent in their study and research.
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- $ 21,500
- Local students
- $ 23,280
- Foreign students
Estimated cost as reported by the Institution.
Application
- $ 178
- Local students
- Data not available
- Foreign students
Student Visa
- $ 589
- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
General Requirements
DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
STPM | • 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) and a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM Level or its equivalent. |
A-LEVEL | • 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level in any 2 subjects, and a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent |
UEC | • 5 Grade B’s in UEC including Mathematics with a Pass in English |
MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION | • Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.5) with a Credit in Mathematics and a Pass in English at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent. |
Any qualification that APU accepts as equivalent to the above.
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
English Requirements
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
• IELTS : 6.0 |
Curriculum
Year 1 Modules
- Probability Models
- Linear Algebra
- Business and Communication Skills
- Calculus
- Calculus II
- Financial Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Introduction to R Programming
- Statistics
Year 2 Modules
- Advanced Probability Models
- Predictive Analytics
- Financial Mathematics
- Regression Analysis
- Financial Economics
- Business Research Methods
- Financial Management
- Mathematics of Financial Derivatives
- Stochastic Processes
Specialised Modules
- Financial Technology
- Enabling Fintech
- Application of AI in Finance
Internship (16 weeks)
Students will undertake an Internship/Industrial Training for a minimum period of 16 weeks to prepare them for a smooth transition from the classroom to the working environment.
Year 3 Modules
- Asset and Liability Valuations
- Life Contingencies
- Strategic Management
- Corporate Finance
- Risk Theory
- Investigation in Actuarial Studies
- Option and Bond Valuations
- Survival Analysis
- Life Contingencies 2
- Project in Actuarial Studies
Specialised Modules:
- Fintech Risk management and Regulations
MQA Compulsory Subjects
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
- Co-Curriculum
(*All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)
Note: The specialism will appear only in the academic transcript.