ACTL30009 Advanced Financial Mathematics

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.

Is ACTL30009 hard?

ACTL30009: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it harder: Final exam 70%, You must pass the exam on its own. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Pricing options and other derivatives, from binomial trees to Black-Scholes, plus interest-rate and credit risk models.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 20%, Tests 10%, Final exam 70%

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Quick answers

When is ACTL30009 offered?
Not running in 2026.
What do I need before taking ACTL30009?
No prerequisites.
Does ACTL30009 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 70% of the mark. You must pass the exam on its own. Assessment: Assignments 20%, Tests 10%, Final exam 70%.
Can I take ACTL30009 as breadth?
No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
Can I rate ACTL30009?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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