Overview

In this Master of Actuarial Practice at Macquarie University you'll learn how to apply mathematical, statistical, economic and financial analysis to a range of practical problems in long-term risk management, finance and insurance.

Actuaries advise governments, financial institutions and other organisations about financial management, risk management, product design and complex transactions. They are key to helping financial institutions and other businesses all over the world to prosper.

Key features

Attain recognised professional accreditation

Complete part or all foundation-level and university components of the associate-level professional qualifications of the Actuaries Institute.

Broaden your knowledge and skill set

Undertake a wide range of units in actuarial science, economics, finance and statistics.

Complete a research project as well as a capstone unit

Synthesise your learning across your degree, demonstrate your research capabilities and advance your career.

Join a university that’s recognised for excellence

Study at a university that’s recognised as a Centre of Actuarial Excellence by the Society of Actuaries.

Careers and opportunities

Actuary

Fund manager

Insurance specialist

Investment analyst

Management consultant

Risk management specialist

Stockbroker

Superannuation adviser or analyst

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Economics for Actuaries

Finance and Financial Reporting

Statistical Theory

Actuarial Data Analytics

Capital Budgeting and Financial Modelling

Actuarial Control Cycle

Applied Predictive Analytics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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6.5

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General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 083775K

2 years

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent (which includes a minimum of one unit of Mathematics covering calculus and linear algebra)

1.5 years

AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

46900 AUD / year

≈ 46900 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

36400 AUD / year

≈ 36400 AUD / year

Additional Details

National students:

Domestic Commonwealth supported place also offered

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Macquarie has one of the most generous international scholarship programs in Australia.

This includes a wide variety of long and short term opportunities for international students. The range of scholarships available can depend on the country you are from, with other eligibility factors including your field of study and academic or sporting achievements.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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Living costs

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Funding

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