Successful actuaries use mathematical skill and business acumen to solve financial problems related to risk and uncertainty.
This degree combines the expertise of the School of Business & Society and the Department of Mathematics, giving you access to world-class academics at the cutting edge of research in their fields. Youll sharpen your mathematical skills and statistical reasoning, using advanced calculus, algebra, probability and statistics. In parallel youll study economics, finance and accounting, developing your understanding of the wider context of actuarial work. ...
Successful actuaries use mathematical skill and business acumen to solve financial problems related to risk and uncertainty.<br/><br/>This degree combines the expertise of the School of Business & Society and the Department of Mathematics, giving you access to world-class academics at the cutting edge of research in their fields. Youll sharpen your mathematical skills and statistical reasoning, using advanced calculus, algebra, probability and statistics. In parallel youll study economics, finance and accounting, developing your understanding of the wider context of actuarial work. Spending a year in industry offers an opportunity to put theory into practice while gaining valuable experience. On successfully completing this course, you will be a multi-faceted and highly employable graduate with the financial and business skills required to qualify as a professional actuary. This course is available as a three-year degree, without a year in industry: Actuarial Science (BSc).
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
NG32
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Access to HE DiplomaD:39,M:6 Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction including Mathematics-related units and 6 at Merit or higher. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme36 With 6 in Higher Level Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Mathematics equivalent. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Mathematics equivalent. Scottish Advanced HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 Cambridge Pre-U Mathematics at grade D3 is essential. Extended ProjectB If you achieve B or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. A levelA,A,A Essential Subject: Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade A is essential. T LevelWe consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |