Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science)

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science) is a three-year full-time course that equips students with the knowledge and skills to work as financial analysts in organisations that deal with risk. The course is accredited by the Actuaries Institute in Australia.

Overview

Actuaries analyse various data to predict and assess the long-term risks involved in financial planning and decisions. They also apply their expertise to other areas, such as assessing the timing and location of extreme weather events, to help predict risks and associated costs for investments or insurance.

In this course, students will gain the knowledge and skills in mathematics, statistics, data analytics, demographics, finance, and economics to work as a financial analyst in organisations that deal with risk. Students will learn the mathematical and statistical techniques to model industrial and commercial processes against a financial and economic background. They will also learn to identify the risk factors and determine the price and cost of those risks.

How this course will make you industry ready

Throughout the studies, students will build their knowledge of the principles of finance and business, to ensure that they graduate career-ready.

What jobs can the Actuarial Science course lead to?

Careers

• Actuary
• Risk manager
• Business analyst
• Data scientist
• Statistician
• Mathematician

Industries

• Banking and finance
• Insurance
• Superannuation
• Energy and mining resources
• Public sector finance and infrastructure
• Education
• Health

Further study

• Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science) (Honours)
• Master of Science (Industrial Engineering)
• Master of Science (Mathematical Sciences)
• Master of Philosophy
• Doctor of Philosophy

What you'll learn

• Acquire discipline knowledge and professional capabilities to identify a problem, research and interpret the data and apply appropriate techniques to develop an effective solution
• Understand contemporary issues relevant to the actuarial working environment; demonstrate cross-cultural awareness and respect
• Apply discipline knowledge and problem-solving skills to critically approach challenging, relevant problems and develop innovative solutions
• Show awareness of relevant global developments; understand how to respond to change, by monitoring results and through self-reflection and ongoing learning, in order to apply and adapt knowledge and skills
• Apply computer software appropriately to gather and prepare data, perform calculations, analyse and communicate results; use relevant digital technology to communicate effectively in a manner appropriate to the audience and purpose
• Collaborate with others in teams, displaying high ethical and moral standards in addition to problem-solving and time management skills, in order to solve problems relevant to a range of stakeholders

Professional recognition and accreditation

This course is accredited in Australia by the Actuaries Institute, and it is the only actuary course offered by a Western Australian university.

Admission criteria

ATAR pathway

• Guaranteed ATAR: 92
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites): Mathematics Methods ATAR
• Desirable WACE subjects: Mathematics Specialist ATAR

Alternative pathways

• Indigenous applicant: If you're an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant who hasn't met Curtin's minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course.
• STAT entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin's English proficiency requirements.

English requirements

• IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System): Writing 6, Speaking 6, Reading 6, Listening 6, Overall band score 6.5

Fees and scholarships

Australian and New Zealand student indicative fees

• 2025 Fee year: $9,800* (Commonwealth supported)

Location

• Curtin Perth

2025

• Semester 1: On campus
• Semester 2: On campus

2026

• Semester 1: On campus
• Semester 2: On campus

How to apply

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

• Curtin Perth: Apply now