Are you curious about what it is really like to take an Actuarial Science course in Malaysia?
In a recent episode of “Uni Spills” by Uni Enrol, host Angel Lim visited the vibrant library at the APU campus to get the inside scoop directly from a current student. If you are considering a future in math, data, and risk management, Asia Pacific University might be the perfect place for you.
We sat down to transcribe this insightful and fun Q&A session about the APU Actuarial Science degree. Here is what the student had to say about her studies, her specialism, and her future career plans at No. 11, Jalan Teknologi 5, Taman Teknologi Malaysia, Bukit Jalil 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Angel (Host): As a fresh grad, what is your expected salary?
APU Student: My expected salary as a fresh graduate is around RM3,500 to RM4,000! 💸
Angel: That is a great start! So, why did you choose to study Actuarial Science at APU specifically?
APU Student: There are two main reasons I chose APU.
Firstly, it’s because of the professional paper exemptions! Asia Pacific University provides the highest number of exemptions for actuarial students. You can actually get 6 of the 13 IFoA (Institute and Faculty of Actuaries) professional papers exempted (CS1, CS2, CM1, CM2, CB1, and CB2). Since I want to become a Certified Actuary in the future, getting this head start is incredibly important.
The second reason is the amazing environment at the APU campus. We have students from more than 130 different countries here! This means I get to meet students from completely different backgrounds and cultures, which makes university life so much more interesting.
Angel: The APU Actuarial Science program offers different pathways. What specialism did you end up choosing and why?
APU Student: I chose the Data Analytics specialism!
I went with this route because, instead of just learning standard Maths and modelling, you also get to learn highly relevant programming skills, such as R programming. It teaches you exactly how to apply these tech skills in the real actuarial world—like using programming to easily analyse massive amounts of data. It is highly related to Actuarial Science, so you are learning programming skills and how to apply them to your core career at the same time.
Angel: That sounds incredibly useful. So, what is your plan after graduation?
APU Student: For my plan, I actually want to work and study at the same time to finish my remaining professional papers.
Career-wise, I would love to work in the consulting field! I really enjoy communicating with people. In consulting, I can learn how to help our clients solve complex problems and provide them with the best financial solutions. 🤝
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Ready to Crunch the Numbers With APU’s Actuarial Science?
Choosing to study Actuarial Science in Asia Pacific University (APU) means you aren’t just getting a standard degree, you are getting a massive head start on your professional certifications, learning future-proof tech skills, and doing it all in one of the most diverse university environments in Malaysia.
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About the Author:
Ken Hoong is the co-founder of Uni Enrol and a contributing writer. Drawing on his close work with Uni Enrol’s counsellors, he brings keen insight into Malaysia’s evolving private higher education landscape and the shifting preferences of students in learning and career choices.
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