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STAT8050 Research Essay in Actuarial Studies

STAT8050 is only available under certain award programs.

Offered By Rsch Sch of Finance, Actuarial Studies & App Stats
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Statistics
Offered in First Semester, 2012 and Second Semester, 2012
Unit Value Range 6 units to 12 units
Course Description

Supervised sub-thesis in an area of current actuarial interest.

Learning Outcomes

Introduction to research training and projects in areas of current actuarial interest.

Indicative Assessment

4000 word essay - 100%

Workload

10 hours per week

Course Classification(s) AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs.
Areas of Interest Actuarial Studies
Eligibility

At least an average of 65% (or equivalent) in the final two years of an Australian undergraduate degree with at least one year of university level study in quantitative analysis, including basic mathematics and data analysis techniques.

Requisite Statement

Please contact the Research School of Finance, Actuarial Studies and Applied Statistics.

Consent Required Department consent required
Programs Master of Actuarial Studies and Master of Actuarial Studies
Other Information

Please refer to Course Website

Academic Contact Research School of Finance, Actuarial Studies and Applied Statistics

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