Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation

亚太科技大学

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN ACTUARIAL STUDIES WITH A SPECIALISM IN FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY

Introduction

Discipline
Applied Physics
Program
Bachelor's Degree Program
Qualification Awarded
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN ACTUARIAL STUDIES
Awarding Institution
Asia Pacific University (APU) Degree Award / APU-DMU Dual Degree Award
Recognition of Qualification
Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), SOA, IFoA
Course Duration
3 Years/6 Semesters
Intake
March, June, September, November
Class Location
  • Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation （Bukit Jalil）

Course Syllabus

Major Subjects
Degree Level 1:
-Probability Models
-Linear Algebra
-Business and Communication Skills
-Calculus
-Calculus ll
-Financial Accounting
-Microeconomics
-Macroeconomic
-Introduction to R Programming
-Statistics

Degree Level 2:
-Advanced Probability Models
-Predictive Analytics
-Financial Mathematics
-Regression Analysis
-Financial Economics
-Business Research Methods
-Financial Management
-Mathematics of Financial Derivatives
-Stochastic Processes
-Financial Technology
-Enabling Fintech
- Application of AI in Finance

Degree Level 3:
-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
-Fintech Risk Management and Regulations

Entry Requirement

Direct Entry to Level 1 of the Degree:
Candidates must demonstrate that they have at least one of the following:
• 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.
• 2 Passes 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.
• 5 Grade B’s in UEC including Mathematics with a Pass in English.
• 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.

Direct Entry to Level 2 of the Degree:
• Passed Diploma in Accounting with minimum CGPA of 2.5 and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM level.

Course Fees

Budget
< RM80000 (estimated total amount of the tuition and miscellaneous fees for the entire program)
Tuition Fee
RM78000
Application Fee
RM800
Other Fees
Library Deposit(refundable)/ RM500

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Course Inquiry

Student Services Department - info@apu.edu.my
Contact Number: 03-8996 1000

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