Key information
Our team of leading academics is internationally recognised for research, scholarship and teaching in mathematical and actuarial sciences.
- Programme code
- KPT/JPS (R2/0542/6/0012) (MQA/FA4167) 06/29
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Delivery type
- Full Time
- Degree qualification
- BSc (Hons)
- Mode of delivery
- On-Campus
- Duration
- 3 years
- Location
- Malaysia
- Start date
- September, January
Actuaries manage risk and uncertainty and evaluate the likely impact of future events. Heriot-Watt's Actuarial Science programme is world-famous for its excellence. It contains all the courses that are essential for ensuring a flying start to a career as an actuary whilst at the same time fostering highly transferable mathematical skills.
If you excel at mathematics, enjoy problem solving and are looking for a degree that will prepare you for a rewarding career - both intellectually and financially - Actuarial Science could be the programme for you.
This Bachelor's degree mirrors the highly successful BSc Actuarial Science degree offered in the UK, which is accredited by the UK Actuarial Profession. This can significantly reduce the time taken to qualify as a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials and project work. Course assessment is generally based on either coursework or an exam at the end of the semester, or a mixture of the two at the end of the semester or academic year.
Your student experience
Good performance in examinations allows for exemptions from CS1 and 2, CM1 and 2, and CB1 and 2, of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), UK , giving prospective actuaries an advantage over those in other mathematics programmes.
Additionally, we are also recognised by the Society of Actuaries (SOA), USA under Universities & Colleges with Actuarial Programs - Advanced Curriculum (UCAP-AC) which is the highest level of recognition in Malaysia.
The degree is also accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Royal Statistical Society (RSS).
Go Global
Go Global is our student mobility programme, allowing you to seamlessly transfer your studies to one of our global campuses, or to a partner university. Live and learn in a new country, experience different cultures and build a global perspective, while continuing your degree without interruption.
Inter-Campus Transfer: United Kingdom
Course content
September Intake - Malaysia
January Intake - Malaysia
Disclaimer
The courses mentioned above may change between now and the time that you study. For more information, please view our Terms and Conditions.
Programme Video
From India to Malaysia: An International Student's Choice - Husein Katwarawala
Student testimonials
My experience at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM) played an important role in shaping how I think and solve problems today. The actuarial science programme trained me to approach challenges analytically, pay attention to detail, and build strong mathematical discipline, skills that have been valuable throughout my career.
Fees and funding
| Status | Full Time |
|---|---|
| Local | RM 45,240 |
| International | RM 55,035.20 |
Scholarships and bursaries
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View detailsEntry requirements
We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.
Why Heriot-Watt
We are committed to producing future-ready graduates with high-quality British education. Located in Putrajaya since 2014, Heriot-Watt University Malaysia's purpose-built, state-of-the-art, lakeside campus in Putrajaya is the first “green campus” in Malaysia; catering to a global network of students.
Ranked in the top 10 for Research Impact in the UK, with campuses in Scotland and Dubai, we offer students the opportunity of a truly global seamless learning experience flourishing beyond academic excellence through our Purpose Driven Education approach.
Employability
Employment prospects are good, with excellent financial rewards. Our students readily find work as trainee actuaries and graduates are also well-equipped for more general careers like accountancy, banking, stockbroking or teaching. What's more, actuarial skills are appreciated anywhere in the world.
Potential career paths
- Actuarial Consultant
- Auditor
- Data Scientist
- Financial / Investment Analyst
- General Insurance Actuary
- Government Regulatory Officer
- Pension / Retirement Actuary
- Reinsurance Actuary
- Risk Analyst Specialist
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