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Actuarial Studies Projects (ACTL90013)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject provides students with the experience of carrying out research independently on each of three topics chosen by the subject’s lecturers. It involves a two-semester program of study, (students must enrol in the subjects in two consecutive semesters). For each topic, the student is required over eight weeks to conduct and present as an extended essay the results of an independent piece of actuarial science research.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:



  • Be able to work independently on prescribed topics in actuarial studies;
  • Identify the bibliographic and data sources relevant to the topics;
  • Analyse the literature relevant to the topics;
  • Apply appropriate actuarial and quantitative methods of analysis;
  • Complete written research reports.

Generic skills

On successful completion of this subject students should have enhanced their skills in:

  • High level of development: written communication; problem solving; application of theory to practice; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking.
  • Moderate level of development: use of computer software; accessing data and other information from a range of sources; receptiveness to alternative ideas.
  • Some level of development: oral communication; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information.

Last updated: 3 November 2022