Modules
Year 1
Core
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AM1052 Introduction to Mechanics (5 credits)
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AM1053 Introduction to Mathematical Modelling (5 credits)
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AM1054 Mathematical Software (5 credits)
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MA1057 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (5 credits)
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MA1058 Introduction to Linear Algebra (5 credits)
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MA1059 Calculus (5 credits)
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MA1060 Introduction to Analysis (5 credits)
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ST1051 Introduction to Probability and Statistics (5 credits)
Electives
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AC1107 Investment in Capital Assets (5 credits)
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AC1108 Introduction to Valuation and Risk (5 credits)
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BL1005 Introduction to Ecology (5 credits)
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CM1006 Introduction to Chemistry for Physicists and Mathematicians (10 credits)
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CS1061 Programming in C (5 credits)
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CS1065 Computer Applications with Visual Basic (5 credits)
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CS1069 Introduction to Internet Technologies (5 credits)
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EC1213 & EC1214 Principles of Economic Analysis I & II (5 credits each)
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PA1003 Principles of Market Analysis (10 credits)
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GL1001 Introduction to Geology (5 credits)
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PY1052 & PY1053 Introductory Physics I & II (10 credits each)
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PY1054 Special Topics in Physics (5 credits)
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ST1050 Statistical Programming in R (5 credits)
Fourier Methods; Mathematical Analysis; Ordinary Differential Equations; Linear Algebra; Multivariable Calculus; Discrete Time Financial Models; Financial Mathematics; Financial Modelling for Actuarial Science; Regression Analysis; Probability & Mathematical Statistics
Core: C/C++ Programming with Applications; Mathematical Analysis; Derivatives, Securities & Option Pricing; Financial Modelling for Actuarial Science; Stochastic Modelling; Generalised Linear Models; Statistical Theory of Estimation; Statistical Theory of Hypothesis Testing
Electives: International Fiannce; Mathematical Modelling; Computer Modelling & Numerical Techniques; Vector & Tensor Methods; Partial Differential Equations with Applications; Computational Techniques; Complex Analysis; Metric Spaces & Topology; Principles of Market Analysis; Survival Analysis; Stochastic & Survival Models for Actuarial Science; Methods of Reporting in Actuarial Science
Note: Choice of Electives in Year 3 will have a direct bearing on the number of recommendations for exemptions from professional actuarial examinations for which a FMAS graduate may be eligible
Core: Measure Theory & Martingales; Continuous Time Financial Models; Computational Finance; Stochastic Modelling; Statistical Methods in Insurance; Time Series
Electives: Securities Analysis; Empirical & Behavioural Finance; Corporate Financing; International Finance; Vector & Tensor Methods; Nonlinear Dynamics & Control; Partial Differentiaal Equations with Applications; Computational Techniques; Topics in Applied Mathematics; Applied Stochastic Differential Equations; Perturbation & Asymptotic Methods; Complex Analysis; Metric Spaces & Topology; Functional Analysis; Project; Topics in Modern Algebra; Topics in Differential Geometry; Survival Analysis; Stochastic & Survival Models for Actuarial Science; Financial Mathematics Project; Methods of Reporting in Actuarial Science; Statistical Consulting; Statistical Methods in Insurance; Practical Implementation of Statistical Analysis Techniques; Contingencies; Computational Statistical Methods for Actuarial Science