Are you a maths whiz who wants stimulating work, limitless potential and an ever growing salary? This is the esteemed degree that will make you a thought leader in a wide variety of areas. With an ANU Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, you can excel in your career literally anywhere in the world. Risk is all around us - in investment markets, on the roads, from our health and the climate. This degree will teach you how to apply your mathematical talent in understanding, measuring and managing these risks. Graduates will apply mathematical, statistical, financial, economic and other skills to untangle the most complex and difficult problems facing the commercial world.
We live in a world of major security problems. From large-scale wars and strategic competition between the major states, to threats to the environment, and challenges at home such as terrorism, cybersecurity and the impact of new technology. The Bachelor of International Security Studies (BINSS) explores the enduring problems of security and war through a broad lens. It provides students with the empirical knowledge and analytical skills to understand the history and causes of international conflict and the implications of security issues for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Students will develop the experience and communication skills to assess the nature of contemporary security problems, and drawing on the latest academic scholarship, engage with policy and civil society solutions to the security problems of our time.
The BINSS is particularly suited for those seeking careers in the Australian Government, such as working as a diplomat in Foreign Affairs and Trade, as a strategist in the Department of Defence, or as a security analyst in the Intelligence Community. Graduates will also be well placed to contribute to international organisations such as the United Nations, to Aid and Development groups, or to support the private sector as businesses and non-government organisations navigate a challenging world.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Employment Opportunities
Actuaries work in a wide variety of areas, often in positions of seniority in a business. Examples of the job titles associated with actuarial studies are listed below:
Investment analyst
Trained to analyse the activities and future prospects and earnings of companies and securities for the purpose of investment.
Investment manager
Specialises in the investment of a portfolio of securities on behalf of individuals and/or organisations subject to the guidelines and directions of the investor.
Liability manager
Engaged by holders of liabilities, such as insurance companies, banks or superannuation funds, to advise on appropriate payment strategies and organisational structures to meet a stream of obligations.
Consultant
Offer their professional services for a fee, provide a wide range of services, including; advice on financial decisions, independent valuations, design of insurance funds, and future financial planning strategies.
Data analyst
Processes and investigates large of amounts of data for or on behalf of organisation, in order to solve business problems and take advantage of business opportunities.
Senior manager
In addition to the roles described above, many actuaries successfully move into high-level administrative and management positions. Their broad training reflects the strong interdisciplinary nature of the actuarial profession, which mixes the need for strong theoretical skills with the need for sound practical intuition.
Actuaries work in a wide variety of areas, often in positions of seniority in a business. Examples of the job titles associated with actuarial studies are listed below:
Investment analyst
Trained to analyse the activities and future prospects and earnings of companies and securities for the purpose of investment.
Investment manager
Specialises in the investment of a portfolio of securities on behalf of individuals and/or organisations subject to the guidelines and directions of the investor.
Liability manager
Engaged by holders of liabilities, such as insurance companies, banks or superannuation funds, to advise on appropriate payment strategies and organisational structures to meet a stream of obligations.
Consultant
Offer their professional services for a fee, provide a wide range of services, including; advice on financial decisions, independent valuations, design of insurance funds, and future financial planning strategies.
Data analyst
Processes and investigates large of amounts of data for or on behalf of organisation, in order to solve business problems and take advantage of business opportunities.
Senior manager
In addition to the roles described above, many actuaries successfully move into high-level administrative and management positions. Their broad training reflects the strong interdisciplinary nature of the actuarial profession, which mixes the need for strong theoretical skills with the need for sound practical intuition.
Learning Outcomes
- Utilise concepts in financial mathematics, including the time value of money, annuities, bond and loan calculations.
- Describe the fundamental concepts of micro and macroeconomics.
- Apply mathematical statistics, regression modelling and other advanced statistical techniques in various discipline backgrounds.
- Describe and apply stochastic processes, survival models and their application in actuarial contexts.
- Using a diverse range of discipline backgrounds and varied data, model and value cashflows dependent on death, survival, illness, retirement, and other contingencies.
- Apply risk modelling techniques across a variety of financial contexts.
- Identify and explain the key concepts, ideas and principal actors in international security.
- Evaluate the major theoretical frameworks for understanding the complexities of contemporary security challenges.
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the historical and contemporary dimensions of international, internal and transnational security, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Analyse the key challenges facing Australian security and defence policy
- Reflect critically on the principal factors that determine the security policies of Australia and the major regional powers
- Develop and demonstrate teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills
Further Information
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies enables students to undertake a sequence of accredited courses that satisfy certain educational requirements of the Actuaries Institute. For more information visit the ANU Actuaries Institute exemption policy page. The ANU is also a designated Centre of Actuarial Excellence for the Society of Actuaries (US) and is accredited to grant credit for their exams under the University Earned Credit (UEC) program. For more information visit the ANU Society of Actuaries (SOA) page.
Student Responsibility
It is the student's responsibility to select electives in such a way that:
- they satisfy prerequisites for the corresponding course/s.
- they conform to the rules set out in Programs and Courses or if unsure seek advice from CBE Student Services.
It is the student's responsibility to select the courses appropriate for their program.
Electives
Students have 48 units of electives in a single degree program. No more than 10 courses at 1000 level.
Assessing Degree Transfer Requests:
For students wishing to transfer into the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, in addition to the standard internal transfer processes (Procedure: Admissions (Coursework) clauses 34-38), the following mathematics requirements apply:
- Students with less than 48 units of study at ANU will be assessed based on their application to study at the university and their ability to meet the math requirements.
- Students with at least 48 units of study at ANU will have to achieve an appropriate GPA and have completed both MATH1013 and MATH1014 (with an average mark of at least 75) or MATH1113 (with a mark of at least 70) or both MATH1115 and MATH1116 (with an average mark of at least 65).
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies enables students to undertake a sequence of accredited courses that satisfy certain educational requirements of the Actuaries Institute. For more information visit the ANU Actuaries Institute exemption policy page. The ANU is also a designated Centre of Actuarial Excellence for the Society of Actuaries (US) and is accredited to grant credit for their exams under the University Earned Credit (UEC) program. For more information visit the ANU Society of Actuaries (SOA) page.
Student Responsibility
It is the student's responsibility to select electives in such a way that:
- they satisfy prerequisites for the corresponding course/s.
- they conform to the rules set out in Programs and Courses or if unsure seek advice from CBE Student Services.
It is the student's responsibility to select the courses appropriate for their program.
Electives
Students have 48 units of electives in a single degree program. No more than 10 courses at 1000 level.
Assessing Degree Transfer Requests:
For students wishing to transfer into the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, in addition to the standard internal transfer processes (Procedure: Admissions (Coursework) clauses 34-38), the following mathematics requirements apply:
- Students with less than 48 units of study at ANU will be assessed based on their application to study at the university and their ability to meet the math requirements.
- Students with at least 48 units of study at ANU will have to achieve an appropriate GPA and have completed both MATH1013 and MATH1014 (with an average mark of at least 75) or MATH1113 (with a mark of at least 70) or both MATH1115 and MATH1116 (with an average mark of at least 65).
Admission Requirements
- ATAR:
- 92
- International Baccalaureate:
- 37
Prerequisites
- ACT:
Required: Mathematical Methods (Major) / Further Mathematics (Major) / Specialist Mathematics (Major) / Specialist Methods (Major)
Recommended: Specialist Mathematics/Specialist Methods (Major/Minor)
- NSW:
Required: Mathematics Advanced or equivalent
Recommended: Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent
- VIC: Mathematics Methods or equivalent
- QLD: Mathematics Methods or equivalent
- TAS: Mathematical methods/Mathematics Specialised/Mathematics 1 and II through U Tas/Both Mathematics 1 and II through UTAS/Both Advanced Calculus and Applications 1A and 1B through UTAS
- SA / NT: Mathematical Methods or equivalent
- WA: Mathematical Methods or equivalent
- IB: Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL/Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL or HL
Adjustment Factors
Adjustment factors are combined with an applicant's secondary education results to determine their Selection Rank. ANU offers adjustment factors based on equity, diversity, and/or performance principles, such as for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies.
To be eligible for adjustment factors, you must have:
- achieved a Selection Rank of 70 or more before adjustment factors are applied
- if you have undertaken higher education, completed less than one year full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) of a higher education program
- applied for an eligible ANU bachelor degree program
Please visit the ANU Adjustment Factors website for further information.
Indicative fees
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies - Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Bachelor of International Security Studies - Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $53,700.00
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:
A maximum of 48 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
The 96 units must include:
72 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
ACST3032 Actuarial Data Analysis
ECON1101 Microeconomics 1
STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods
STAT2005 Introduction to Stochastic Processes
STAT2013 Introductory Mathematical Statistics for Actuarial Studies
STAT2014 Regression Modelling for Actuarial Studies
STAT2032 Financial Mathematics
STAT3032 Survival Models
STAT3037 Life Contingencies
STAT3038 Actuarial Techniques
STAT3057 Risk Modelling 1
STAT3058 Risk Modelling 2
6 units from completion of a course from the following list:
ECON1100 Economics 1 (H)
ECON1102 Macroeconomics 1
6 units from completion of a course from the following list:
MATH1013 Mathematics and Application 1
MATH1113 Mathematical Foundations for Actuarial Studies
MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics and Application 1
12 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU, which may include courses from the following list:
BUSN1001 Business Reporting and Analysis
CBEA2001 Australian Indigenous Perspectives in Business and Economics
CBEA3001 College of Business and Economics Special Industry Project (UG)
CBEA3066 Global Business Immersion
CBEA3070 ANU College of Business and Economics Internship Program
FINM1001 Foundations of Finance
FINM2001 Corporate Finance
FINM2002 Derivatives
FINM3003 Continuous Time Finance
FINM3011 Investments
MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2
MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2
Students may choose to take two MATH courses instead of MATH1113. The options are MATH1013 / MATH1014 or MATH1115 / MATH1116. MATH1013 / MATH1014 is recommended for students with the bare minimum of mathematical background for the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies or for those not confident in their mathematical ability. MATH1115 / MATH1116 is a higher level of MATH1013 / MATH1014 and is recommended for those who are considering further mathematical study. Should two MATH courses be chosen, an elective MATH course should be taken from the last list.
In the requirements of the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies above, it is not possible to gain full exemptions from the Actuaries Institute Foundation Program requirements as some exemption courses are not listed as compulsory courses. For details pertaining to the Actuaries Institute exemptions, please refer to the ANU Actuaries Institute exemption policy page. For details pertaining to the granting of credit for the Society of Actuaries exams under the University Earned Credit program, please refer to the the ANU Society of Actuaries (SOA) page. By including any missing exemption courses in the other flexible double degree, or non-award study (i.e. applying to take more than the standard four courses in some semesters on non-award basis which means you will need to pay full fees for the courses you are overloading), students may be able to complete the courses required to fully satisfy the accreditation program.
If your flexible double degree is within the College of Business and Economics (for example Commerce and Economics), the suggested study plan may show the same course twice. If this is the case, you must only do the course once and replace the other course with a University Wide Elective.
The minor in Business and Economics Essentials will not be listed on transcripts for students completing the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies.
The Bachelor of International Security Studies flexible double degree component requires completion of 96 units, of which:
A maximum of 36 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
A minimum of 18 units must come from completion of 3000-level courses
The 96 units must consist of:
The 144 units must consist of:
36 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
STST1001 Introduction to International Security
STST1004 How Nations Fight: From Tsushima to Taiwan
STST2001 Security Concepts in the Asia-Pacific
STST2005 Why Nations Fight: The Causes of International Conflict
STST3002 Living with Giants: Australia's Security in a Contested Asia
STST3005 International Security in the 21st Century
A maximum of 12 units from completion of the following courses:
ASIA3088 The Korean War
STST2003 Australia and Security in the Pacific Islands
STST3003 Honeypots and Overcoats: Australian Intelligence in the World
Minimum of 6 units from completion of a course from the following concepts and methods course list:
HIST2110 Approaches to History
POLS2044 Contemporary Political Analysis
POLS3001 Foreign Policy Analysis
POLS3125 Game Theory and Social Sciences
SOCY2043 Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
SOCY2038 Introduction to Quantitative Research methods
A minimum of 30 units from the completion of courses within one or more of the following Security, Language, and Area Studies majors and minors:
Languages
Arabic Language
Burmese Language
Chinese Language
French Studies
German Studies
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Studies
Japanese Language
Korean Language
Mongolian Language
Persian
Russian Studies
Sanskrit Language
Spanish Studies
Tetum Language
Thai Language
Tibetan Language
Tok Pisin Language
Vietnamese Language
Regions
Asian History
Asian Studies
Contemporary Europe
Chinese Studies
Indian and South Asian Studies
Indonesian Studies
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
Middle East Politics and Security
Russian and Central Asia Studies
Northeast Asian Studies
Pacific Studies
Southeast Asian Studies
Issues
Ancient History
Climate Science and Policy
Criminology
Geography
Gender and Sexuality
History
Historical International Security
International Relations
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Social Research methods
Sociology
Sustainable Development
Technology, Networks and Society
A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
A maximum of 12 units of internships courses:
ANIP3003 Australian National Internship Program Internship A
ASIA2110 International Affairs Internship
ASIA3023 Asia Pacific Week Internship
36 units from completion of the following compulsory course list:
STST1001 Introduction to International Security
STST1004 How Nations Fight: From Tsushima to Taiwan
STST2001 Security Concepts in the Asia-Pacific
STST2005 Why Nations Fight: The Causes of International Conflict
STST3002 Living with Giants: Australia's Security in a Contested Asia
STST3005 International Security in the 21st Century
A maximum of 12 units from completion of the following courses
ASIA3088 The Korean War
STST2003 Australia and Security in the Pacific Islands
STST3003 Honeypots and Overcoats: Australian Intelligence in the World’
A minimum of 6 units from completion of a course from the following concepts and methods course list:
HIST2110 Approaches to History
POLS2044 Contemporary Political Analysis
POLS2125 Game Theory and Social Sciences
POLS3001 Foreign Policy Analysis
SOCY2043 Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
SOCY2038 Introduction to Quantitative Research methods
A minimum of 30 units from the completion of courses within one or more of the following Security, Language, and Area Studies majors and minors.
Languages
Arabic Language
Burmese Language
Chinese Language
French Studies
German Studies
Hindi Language
Indonesian Language
Italian Studies
Japanese Language
Korean Language
Mongolian Language
Persian
Russian Studies
Sanskrit Language
Spanish Studies
Tetum Language
Thai Language
Tibetan Language
Tok Pisin Language
Vietnamese Language
Regions
Asian History
Asian Studies
Contemporary Europe
Chinese Studies
Indian and South Asian Studies
Indonesian Studies
Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies
Middle East Politics and Security
Russian and Central Asia Studies
Northeast Asian Studies
Pacific Studies
Southeast Asian Studies
Issues
Ancient History
Climate Science and Policy
Criminology
Geography
Gender and Sexuality
History
Historical International Security
International Relations
Peace and Conflict Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Social Research methods
Sociology
Sustainable Development
Technology, Networks and Society
A minimum of 12 units of courses tagged as Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving
A maximum of 12 units of internships courses:
ANIP3003 Australian National Internship Program Internship A
ASIA2110 International Affairs Internship
ASIA3023 Asia Pacific Week Internship
Minors
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies Minors
Bachelor of International Security Studies Minors
Study Options
| Year 1 | ECON1101 Microeconomics 1 6 units | STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods 6 units | STST1001 Introduction to International Security Studies 6 units | Course toward completion of minor from list B |
| ECON1102 Macroeconomics 1 6 units | MATH1113 Mathematical Foundations for Actuarial Studies 6 units | STST1003 Coping with Crisis: The Practice of International Security 6 units | Elective | |
| Year 2 | STAT2013 Introductory Mathematical Statistics for Actuarial Studies 6 units | STAT2014 Regression Modelling for Actuarial Studies 6 units | STST2001 Security Concepts in the Asia-Pacific 6 units | Course toward completion of minor from list B |
| STAT2005 Introduction to Stochastic Processes 6 units | STAT2032 Financial Mathematics 6 units | POLS2132 War and International Relations 6 units | Course toward completion of minor from list B | |
| Year 3 | STAT3057 Risk Modelling 1 6 units | BUSN1001 Business Reporting and Analysis 6 units | STST3002 Living with Giants: Australia's Security in a Contested Asia 6 units | Course toward completion of minor from list B |
| STAT3058 Risk Modelling 2 6 units | STAT3037 Life Contingencies 6 units | Elective | Elective | |
| Year 4 | CBE List 1 | STAT3032 Survival Models 6 units | Course toward completion of 18 unit requirement of list A | Course toward completion of 18 unit requirement of list A |
| ACST3032 Actuarial Data Analysis 6 units | STAT3038 Actuarial Techniques 6 units | Course toward completion of 18 unit requirement of list A | Elective |
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The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies is offered through the Research School of Finance, Actuarial Studies and Applied Statistics. You will learn how to combine skills from mathematics, statistics, economics, and finance to assess, evaluate and manage future financial risk, thereby addressing a wide range of practical problems in long-term financial planning and management. Actuarial skills are utilised in many areas, including insurance, superannuation, investment, banking, and government.
Single degree
- This degree requires 24 courses (144 units)
- A maximum of 10 courses (60 units) of 1000 level courses
- 14 compulsory courses
- 10 electives (of which 2 must be CBE List 1 elective courses)
- Please note that in the suggested study plan, Finance courses are listed as suggested electives in order to maximise a student's chances at meeting the Actuaries Institute of Australia Foundation Exemptions
Semester 1
- ECON1101 Microeconomics 1 - 6 units
- FINM1001 Fnd of Finance - 6 units
- BUSN1001 Bus Rep & Analysis - 6 units
- STAT1008 Quant Res Methods - 6 units.
Semester 2
- ECON1102 Macroeconomics 1 - 6 units
- FINM2001 Corp Finance - 6 units
- MATH1113 Math Fnd for Act Stud - 6 units
- Elective Course - 6 units
Commencing Semester 2:
Semester 2
- ECON1101 Microeconomics 1 - 6 units
- FINM1001 Fnd of Finance - 6 units
- MATH1113 Math Fnd for Act Stud - 6 units
- STAT1008 Quant Res Methods - 6 units.
Double degree
- This degree requires 16 courses (96 units) of CBE courses
- A maximum of 8 courses (48 units) of 1000 level CBE courses
- 14 compulsory courses.
- 2 CBE List 1 elective courses
Semester 1
Semester 2
Commencing Semester 2:
Please talk with the CBE Student Services Team about a study plan commencing in S2
About this degree
Single degree
In a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies single degree program you will study a total of 24 courses (144 units). Typically you will take 4 courses per semester (total
of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 24 courses across
your whole degree. You will need
to complete a minimum of 16 CBE courses (96 units) but will also get to
choose 8 courses (48 units) from other ANU Colleges. You can try a
range of courses or take a major or minor in a non-CBE subject, the choice is yours. Please note that in the suggested study plan, Finance courses are listed as suggested electives in order to maximise a student's chances at meeting the Actuaries Institute of Australia Foundation Exemptions
Double degree
In a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies double degree
program you will study a total of 96 units. Typically you will take 4
courses per semester (total
of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 16 courses
across
your whole degree. However, for each semester you are likely to take 2
courses from your Actuarial Studies degree and then 2 courses from the other degree - still a total of 4 courses a semester.
Enrolment Status
It is possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester but it will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an international student you must always be enrolled full-time in 24 units each semester, or have an approved Reduced Study Load.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
When you enrol for the first time you will study ‘1000-level’
courses. These courses have ‘1’ as the first number in their course
code, such as ECON1101.
Please also note that:
- You need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester.
- In your first year, you cannot study more than four courses (24 units) per semester, eight for the year.
- You may take 1000-level courses later in your program. But remember you can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) in total towards your single degree.
- You can change your enrolment via ISIS in courses up until the Monday of Week 2.
Electives
You can use your electives to enrol in any courses that you like, provided you meet prerequisite requirements.
Remember that you can choose up to 8 courses from another ANU College if you are undertaking the single Bachelor of Actuarial Studies degree.
- Please note that in the suggested study plan, Finance courses are listed as suggested electives in order to maximise a student's chances at meeting the Actuaries Institute of Australia Foundation Exemptions
If you are in a double degree, your electives must be CBE courses.
Don't forget the maximum number of 1000 level courses is 10 in single degree.
Study Options
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies
This is a typical study plan for the first year of a student undertaking a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies meeting the Actuaries Institute Part 1 requirements. Please note that the study options provided are for reference only and may not suit all students, especially those starting in Semester 2. If you have any questions, please discuss your study plan with the CBE Student Services Team to ensure you will meet all requirements.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ECON1101 Microeconomics 1 6 units | FINM1001 Foundations of Finance 6 units | BUSN1001 Business Reporting and Analysis 6 units | STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods 6 units |
| ECON1102 Macroeconomics 1 6 units | FINM2001 Corporate Finance 6 units | MATH1113 Mathematical Foundations for Actuarial Studies 6 units | Elective course 6 units |
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies - Double Degree
This is a typical study plan for the first year of a student undertaking a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies degree with another degree, such as the Bachelor of Arts (degree B)Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | ECON1101 Microeconomics 1 6 units | STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods 6 units | Degree B course 6 units | Degree B course 6 units |
| MATH1113 Mathematical Foundations for Actuarial Studies 6 units | ECON1102 Macroeconomics 1 6 units | Degree B course 6 units | Degree B course 6 units |
Disciplines
For further information on specific discipline you can:
- Find information here (http://cbe.anu.edu.au/students/)
Academic Advice
You may choose to take two MATH courses instead of MATH1113. The options are MATH1013/1014 or MATH1115/1116. MATH1013/1014
is recommended for students with the bare minimum of mathematical
background for the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies or for those not
confident in their mathematical ability. MATH1115/1116 is a higher level of MATH1013/1014 and is recommended for those who are considering further mathematical study. Should two MATH courses be chosen, please discuss your amended study plan with the CBE Student Services Team to ensure you are able to progress though the degree.
Please refer to the CBE Fast Track page:
https://www.cbe.anu.edu.au/fasttrack
Please note that in the Flexible double degree (Bachelor of Actuarial program with another ANU College degree) it may not be possible to gain full exemptions from IAAust Part I requirements (as you can only do 16 courses), however you may meet the requirements by taking courses as non-award.
If after reading through these guidelines you are unsure about which courses to enrol in, you can email info.cbe@anu.edu.au
Please refer to the CBE Fast Track page:
https://www.cbe.anu.edu.au/fasttrack
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When you study the Bachelor
of International Security Studies you will delve deeply into the
contemporary security threats facing nations, international organisations and
businesses around the world - including the threat of military power, civil
war, terrorism, cybercrime, environmental degradation and food security to name
just a few. Read more about this degree on our website.
Enrolment Status
It is possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester, but it
will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an
international student you must always be enrolled full-time in 24 units each
semester.
Remember you will need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second
Semester. You will be able to change your enrolment in courses up until
the end of week 2 of each semester without penalty. Other things to be aware of:
A course can only be counted towards one major or minor.
You can’t study more than 4 courses (24 units) per semester.
You may need to enrol in courses for your major and/or your minor, particularly if you are completing a double degree.
If you are intending to enrol in language courses and have previous experience with the language you wish to study, you need to sit a placement test to ensure you are enrolled at the most appropriate level of language study. Further information is available here.
Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses
When you enrol for the first time you will study ‘1000-level’ courses. These courses have ‘1’ as the first number in their course code, such as ASIA1234.
Majors and Minors
See available majors and minors for this program
Electives
You can use your electives to enrol in any courses that you
like, provided you meet prerequisite requirements.
To find 1000-level courses, search
Programs and Courses.
Remember, though, that if you are a single-degree student you cannot count more than 60 units of 1000-level courses towards the completion of your degree. If you are a double-degree student, you cannot count more than 36 units of 1000-level courses towards the completion of the 96 units allocated to the BINSS half of your degree.
Study Options
Single Degree example
This is an example only - you need to plan your degree carefully to ensure that you are on track to fulfil the requirements of the BINSS program orders. You may, for example, wish to leave a substantial number (24) of elective units free so that you can study overseas for a semester.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | STST1001 Introduction to International Security Studies 6 units | 1000-level course from the Language, Security and Area Studies minor list | 1000-level elective course | 1000-level elective course |
| STST1003 Coping with Crisis: The Practice of International Security 6 units | 1000-level course from the Language, Security and Area Studies minor list | 1000-level elective course | 1000-level elective course |
Double Degree example
This is an example only - you need to plan your degree carefully to ensure that you are on track to fulfil the requirements of both degrees.Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | STST1001 Introduction to International Security Studies 6 units | 1000-level course from the Language, Security and Area Studies minor list | Course from second degree | Course from second degree |
| STST1003 Coping with Crisis: The Practice of International Security 6 units | 1000-level course from the Language, Security and Area Studies minor list | Course from second degree | Course from second degree |