
Master of Actuarial Practice
Business, administration and law
Specialising in applying mathematical, statistical and financial analysis, actuaries are key to helping businesses all over the world prosper. They’re in high demand across the many industries that use data – from finance, insurance, superannuation and trading, to airlines, energy, healthcare and start-ups. Actuaries advise corporations, governments and NGOs on financial management, risk management, product design and complex transactions. The global reach and versatility of the Master of Actuarial Practice ensures you’ll be highly sought after by top-tier local and international firms across a wide range of industries. Your professional value will be amplified by insights from industry leaders and researchers, who bring theory to life through real-world experience. You’ll gain a further edge with the opportunity to undertake exemption units – the maximum allowed by any university worldwide – that facilitate your progress to associate with the Actuaries Institute and the Society of Actuaries. This dual accreditation will position you to pursue a career in multiple major global markets.
Official- Duration
- 2 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- North Ryde
- NSW
- Course code
- CRICOS 083775K
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Course overview
Specialising in applying mathematical, statistical and financial analysis, actuaries are key to helping businesses all over the world prosper. They’re in high demand across the many industries that use data – from finance, insurance, superannuation and trading, to airlines, energy, healthcare and start-ups. Actuaries advise corporations, governments and NGOs on financial management, risk management, product design and complex transactions. The global reach and versatility of the Master of Actuarial Practice ensures you’ll be highly sought after by top-tier local and international firms across a wide range of industries. Your professional value will be amplified by insights from industry leaders and researchers, who bring theory to life through real-world experience. You’ll gain a further edge with the opportunity to undertake exemption units – the maximum allowed by any university worldwide – that facilitate your progress to associate with the Actuaries Institute and the Society of Actuaries. This dual accreditation will position you to pursue a career in multiple major global markets.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent (which includes a minimum of one unit of Mathematics covering calculus and linear algebra) 2. AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
1. AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent (which includes a minimum of one unit of Mathematics covering calculus and linear algebra) 2. AQF level 7 bachelor’s qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
Additional entry requirement
Recognised AQF-7-equivalent bachelor degree; course-specific WAM, discipline, qualification or experience; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 2 | North Ryde | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | North Ryde | 22 February 2027 | — | $45,100per year | International students |
Where it is taught
North Ryde
PrimaryNSW
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Actuarial Practicemq.edu.au
- Macquarie Universitymq.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Academic Entry for International Students - Undergraduate (July 2026)Official source
- Macquarie Undergraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
- Academic entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
- Macquarie official 2027 Coursefinder pagesOfficial source
- Macquarie English language requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

