Bachelor of Science (Hons) Actuarial Science and Finance
UCSI University
Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, May, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM69,290
Course Highlights
- Recognised by the Society of Actuaries (SOA), USA and the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), UK
- This programme is the first degree in Malaysia to combine both fields of study and is designed to hone competencies in financial investment management, asset valuation and risk management for various financial assets as well as provide the essential working knowledge required in the financial industry
- You have the opportunity to choose either the Actuary Professional Qualification or the Finance Professional Qualification (i.e. SOA / CFA)
- Ranked #269 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Course Structure
- Calculus and Analytical Geometry
- Statistics and its Application
- Business Accounting
- Risk Management and Insurance
- Financial Management 1
- Microeconomics
- Co-Operative Placement 1
- Mathematics 1
- Probability Theory
- Financial Market and Institutions
- Managerial Accounting
- Macroeconomics
- Mathematics 2
- Mathematical Statistics
- Introduction to Stochastic Process
- Applied Statistical Models
- Mathematics of Interest Rate
- Financial Statement and Analysis
- Co-Operative Placement 2
- Mathematics of Financial Derivatives
- Visual Basic. Net
- Investment Analysis
- Loss Models
- Independent Project 1
- Stochastic Calculus for Insurance and Finance
- Treasury Management
- Co-Operative Placement 3
- Independent Project 2
- Credibility Theory
- Statistical Simulation for Financial Modelling
- Life Contingencies I
- Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Management 2
- Life Contingencies 2
- Multinational Finance
- Islamic Financial Market and Institution
- Equity Analysis
- Actuarial Practices
- Investment Portfolio Management
- Statistical Simulation for Financial Modelling
- Techniques for Ratemaking and Estimating Claim Liabilities
Entry Requirements
- UCSI Foundation year: Minimum CGPA 2.0 including Mathematics
- STPM: A pass in STPM, with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in any 2 subjects, and a pass in Mathematics and English at SPM level
- A Level: Minimum 2 principals (D) including Mathematics
- UEC: Minimum 5 credits (B6) including Mathematics
- National Matriculation: Minimum CGPA of 2.0 including Mathematics
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 26 points in 6 subjects including Mathematics
- Canadian Pre-U: Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects inclusive of Mathematics
- AUSMAT/HSC/SACE/TEE/WACE: Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects inclusive of Mathematics
- Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency: Minimum overall average of 60% including Mathematics
- Diploma (Business-related): Minimum CGPA of 2.0 Including Mathematics
- Other equivalent qualifications: -To be reviewed by the faculty on a case-to-case basis
- MUET: Band 4
- SPM English Language: Grade B+
- SPM English Language 1119/O Level/IGCSE: Grade C
- UEC English Language: Grade A2
- IELTS: Band 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: 46
- Applicants who have an academic qualification from a higher learning institution which uses English Language as a medium of instruction can be granted an exemption from the University English requirements and MQA requirement.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM400
RM200
Tuition fees
RM69,290
Other miscellaneous fees
RM5,890
Discounts & scholarships
-RM300
Total payable amount
RM75,080
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