Mathematical, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Mathematical, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

This degree combines aspects of Mathematics and Actuarial Science to provide specialist actuarial and statistical skills as well as a wide-ranging approach to other areas of advanced mathematics. Year 1 comprises core topics in algebra, calculus, statistics etc. In Year 2 topics in actuarial science are introduced. In 3rd & 4th year students choose the combination of courses which best reflects their interests. Up to seven actuarial professional exemptions may be obtained by a good performance.

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Course Information

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

2027-09-13

Campus

Edinburgh Campus

Course Address
Riccarton
Edinburgh
EH14 4AS

Application Details

Course Code

A06-A56

Institution Code

H24

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2

Entry Requirements

A level

including Mathematics for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB including Mathematics at A.

T Level

We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.

UCAS Tariff

Scottish HNC

HNC with B in graded unit and SCQF Level 6 Mathematics modules or equivalent for entry to Year 1.

Scottish HND

HND with BB in graded units and SCQF Level 6 Mathematics modules or equivalent for entry to Year 1.

Scottish Higher

including Mathematics at A.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)

Not accepted

Scottish Advanced Higher

including Mathematics at A plus ABBBB at Highers for entry to Year 2.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

with Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: A total of 30 points with Mathematics at Higher Level 6.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDD in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics).

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)

We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.

A level

Standard Entry Requirements: including Mathematics Minimum entry requirements: including B in Maths

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics)

Scottish Higher

Standard Entry Requirements: including Mathematics at A. Minimum entry requirements: including B in Maths

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

with Mathematics at Higher Level 5

Scottish HNC

HNC with B in graded unit and SCQF Level 6 Mathematics modules or equivalent

Scottish HND

HND with BB in graded units and SCQF Level 6 Mathematics modules or equivalent

A level

including Mathematics at A

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

in a relevant subject (including sufficient Mathematics).

Scottish Advanced Higher

including Mathematics at A plus ABBBB at Highers

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

with Mathematics at Higher Level 6.

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Fees and funding

Scotland £1,820
Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland £9,790
EU, International £25,808

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