Program Overview

Financial Mathematics Major (BAdvSci) (Honours)

Overview

In this course, you will develop a broad range of analytical and mathematical skills, with particular relevance to statistical modelling and operations research in finance. You'll receive a strong grounding in corporate finance, financial institutions, financial markets and branches of the financial services industry, which will enhance your career prospects in the technological, industrial and commercial sectors.

Course Essentials

• Qualification: Financial Mathematics Major (BAdvSci) (Honours)
• Credit: 800

Course Outline

Check the application deadline for the parent course

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)

Overview

This is an Advanced Science honours course, designed for high-performing students to pursue their interest in financial mathematics through an additional focus on research, leadership and entrepreneurship. It also offers you a flexible approach to exploring the field through for-credit immersive research experiences, industry placement and/or interdisciplinary team-based projects.

How this course will make you industry ready

• This course teaches advanced mathematics and statistics and their real-world applications in the financial context.
• Curtin has strong links with industry and the business world; as a result, the course units are designed to develop the practical skills needed to address real-world problems.
• A work experience program runs from second year onwards, exposing you to real applications of your studies and introducing you to potential employers.
• Through embedded research and industry engagement, you'll have the opportunity to investigate multiple areas of specialisation and tailor your final year experience that prepares you for the industry of your choice.

What jobs can the Financial Mathematics course lead to?

Careers

• Commercial banker
• Finance/funds manager
• Financial analyst
• Stockbroker
• Superannuation manager

Industries

• Banking and finance
• Econometrics
• Education
• Government
• Insurance
• Investment banking
• Risk management

What you'll learn

• Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the nature of science, its methods and processes, and an advanced knowledge of mathematical and statistical principles and concepts in a range of mathematical disciplines; solve problems relevant to science, industry, commerce and government.
• Apply mathematical and statistical methods to critically analyse challenging and multi-faceted problems and to think creatively to generate innovative solutions.
• Access and make judgements on the value of available knowledge using a variety of tools, and incorporate them into the planning, conduct and communication of their own work.
• Communicate approaches, ideas, findings and solutions to financial mathematics problems in a variety of modes to informed professional audiences.
• Use established and emerging technologies in the field of financial mathematics to address complex research questions.
• Demonstrate intellectual independence and engage in self-driven continuous discipline and professional education and training in the mathematical sciences.
• Be aware of the diversity of international perspectives and apply international standards of practice within their profession as a mathematical scientist in the financial services industry.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues from a range of cultural backgrounds; understand the importance of cultural diversity and how it impacts a mathematician in the financial services industry.
• Work ethically and professionally as an independent mathematician in the financial services industry and collaboratively within teams either as a professional leader or collaborator.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian Mathematical Society (Aust MS) and the Operations Research Society of Australia.

Fees and Scholarships

Please view the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) degree for indicative fees.

How to Apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice.

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Specialisations

Specialisations available from Humanities and Science:

1. Actuarial Financial Mathematics Specialisation
2. Advertising Design Specialisation
3. Animation and Game Design Specialisation
4. Anthropology and Sociology Specialisation
5. Asian Studies Specialisation
6. Chinese Language Specialisation
7. Construction Management Specialisation
8. Creative Writing Specialisation
9. Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
10. Designing Fashion Specialisation
11. Digital Design Specialisation
12. Digital and Social Media Specialisation
13. English and Cultural Studies Specialisation
14. Environmental Planning Specialisation
15. Fashion Design Specialisation
16. Fine Art Specialisation
17. Geography Specialisation
18. Graphic Design Specialisation
19. Graphics Specialisation
20. History Specialisation
21. Illustration Specialisation
22. Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
23. Interior Architecture Specialisation
24. International Development Specialisation
25. Journalism Specialisation
26. Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
27. Photography Specialisation
28. Principles of Planning Specialisation
29. Professional Writing Specialisation
30. Screen Production Specialisation
31. Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
32. Social Justice Specialisation
33. Surveying and Spatial Sciences Specialisation
34. Theatre Arts Specialisation
35. Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
36. Web Media Specialisation
37. Web Presence Specialisation

Bachelor of Commerce Specialisations

Specialisations available from Humanities and Science:

1. Actuarial Financial Mathematics Specialisation
2. Advertising Design Specialisation
3. Animation and Game Design Specialisation
4. Anthropology and Sociology Specialisation
5. Asian Studies Specialisation
6. Chinese Language Specialisation
7. Construction Management Specialisation
8. Corporate Screen Production Specialisation
9. Creative Writing Specialisation
10. Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
11. Designing Fashion Specialisation
12. Digital Design Specialisation
13. Digital and Social Media Specialisation
14. English and Cultural Studies Specialisation
15. Environmental Planning Specialisation
16. Fashion Design Specialisation
17. Fine Art Specialisation
18. Geography Specialisation
19. Graphic Design Specialisation
20. Graphics Specialisation
21. History Specialisation
22. Illustration Specialisation
23. Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
24. Interior Architecture Specialisation
25. International Development Specialisation
26. Journalism Specialisation
27. Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
28. Photography Specialisation
29. Principles of Planning Specialisation
30. Professional Writing Specialisation
31. Screen Production Specialisation
32. Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
33. Social Justice Specialisation
34. Surveying and Spatial Sciences Specialisation
35. Theatre Arts Specialisation
36. Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
37. Web Media Specialisation
38. Web Presence Specialisation

Bachelor of Innovation Specialisations

Specialisations available from Humanities, Science and the Centre for Aboriginal Studies:

1. Advertising Design Specialisation
2. Animation and Game Design Specialisation
3. Asian Studies Specialisation
4. Biological Diversity Minor
5. Climate Change Science Minor
6. Construction Management Specialisation
7. Corporate Screen Production Specialisation
8. Creative Writing Specialisation
9. Design Thinking and Visual Communication Specialisation
10. Designing Fashion Specialisation
11. Digital and Social Media Specialisation
12. Environmental Management Minor
13. Environmental Planning Specialisation
14. Fashion Design Specialisation
15. Fine Art Specialisation
16. Food Science Minor
17. Forensic Studies Minor
18. Geophysics Minor
19. Geospatial Technology Minor
20. Go Global – Internship Specialisation 1
21. Go Practice – Internship Specialisation 1
22. Graphic Design Specialisation
23. Graphics Specialisation
24. Illustration Specialisation
25. Indigenous Australian Cultural Studies Specialisation
26. Interior Architecture – Applied Interior Design Specialisation
27. Interior Architecture Specialisation
28. International Development Specialisation
29. Landscape Restoration Minor
30. Landscape and Natural Resource Management Specialisation
31. Mapping and Land Planning Minor
32. Metallurgy Minor
33. Mining Minor
34. Optimisation Minor
35. Photography Specialisation
36. Principles of Planning Specialisation
37. Screen Production Specialisation
38. Social Inclusion and Equity Specialisation
39. Social Justice Specialisation
40. Strategic Studies Specialisation
41. Theatre Arts Specialisation
42. Urban Design and Planning Specialisation
43. Web Media Specialisation
44. Web Presence Specialisation