Overview
This programme draws together a variety of subjects that involve applying mathematical and statistical techniques in the financial services industry. It is designed to pave the way for students wishing to embark on a career as an actuary. Students will be prepared for professional exams leading to professional recognition as an actuary from a globally recognised professional actuarial body.
In addition to the programme being offered at Sunway University’s main campus, Sunway College Ipoh is now offering Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Actuarial Studies in collaboration with Sunway University. Click this link for more info.
Programme Structure
Year 1
Year 2
Electives (choose 3 in Year 3)
Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects
For Local Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
- Community Service for Planetary Health
- Integrity & Anti-Corruption
- Philosophy and Current Issues
For International Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Community Service for Planetary Health
- Critical Thinking
- Integrity & Anti-Corruption
- Malay Language for Communication 2
Entry Requirements
Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (minimum 2 Principals)
Minimum 12 points (Minimum of Grade D from 2 subjects)
Note: For A-Level points calculation
A = 10 points   B = 8 points   C = 6 points   D = 4 points   E = 2 points
ATAR 60
60%
60%
CGPA 2.0
CGPA 2.0
Maximum 26 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)
Completed with minimum 25 points (excluding bonus points)
CAVG 50% or CGPA 2.0
* Students may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.
- Any other equivalent qualifications
- Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis
An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning)Â
(Click on this link for further information on APEL.A)
Specific Requirements
- Credit in Mathematics at SPM or equivalent
English Language Requirements
- IELTS or equivalent 6.0
- PTE Academic 50 overall (minimum 46 in each skill)
- MUETÂ Band 4
- SPM English B3 or B+
- UEC English B4
- O-Level English (1119)Â Credit
- Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP)Â Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
- ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English