University of New South Wales

Course Details

Bachelor of Actuarial Studies / Bachelor of Commerce

Course Description

Why choose this bachelor degree? Obtain two reputable degrees that are highly regarded by industry Gain the technical and specialist skills needed to pursue the role of an actuarial analyst Develop breadth and depth of knowledge across a wide range of business areas, and specialise in a business area of your choice Additional major: Unique opportunity to add a second Commerce major to your study program, such as Accounting, Business Law, Finance, Financial Economics, Management or Taxation Professional recognition: Gain exemptions from the Actuaries Institute’s Part I professional examinations, the Core Technical (CT) subjects of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK), and the Validation by Educational Experience (VEE) credit for the Society of Actuaries (USA) when you achieve the required academic standards Additional accreditation: Meet the education requirement of various professional bodies including Australian Computer Society (Information Systems), Australian Human Resources Institute (Human Resource Management), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (RG-146) (Finance), CPA Australia (Accounting), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Accounting), ACCA Accounting (Accounting) and Institute of Public Accountants (Accounting), depending on course selection Global opportunities: Enhance your learning experience with our overseas exchange and global practicum program

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Job and career prospects You have a wide range of career options with this specialist dual degree, including: Accountant/Auditor Actuarial analyst Economist Financial advisor Human resource consultant ICT business/system analyst International business development manager Management consultant Marketing/Brand manager Property business analyst Risk assessment officer Superannuation advisor Tax advisor




Bachelor of Actuarial Studies / Bachelor of Commerce University of New South Wales