Actuarial Science BSc

Bachelor's degree

In Currie

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Currie (Scotland)

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Home Undergraduate Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics Actuarial Science BScActuarial Science BSc How to apply »UCAS codeGG13QualificationBScDurationUp to 4 yearsStudy locationEdinburghDelivery typeFull-timeOverviewProgramme contentEmployabilityEntry requirementsFees & scholarshipsOverviewIf you enjoy maths and are looking for a degree that will prepare you for a rewarding career, both intellectually and financially, then this might be the programme for you. It's one of only a few to be accredited by the UK actuarial profession. Good performance means exemptions from professional examinations (CT1-CT8), giving prospective actuaries an advantage over those on other mathematics programmes. At the same time it opens doors to the wide range of careers available to maths graduates. Opportunities are available for a year out to participate in an industrial placement for students from the UK or EU. The opportunity to participate in an exchange year in Canada or Australia is open to all students. PwC Actuarial Flying Start programme The opportunity of a lifetime! The PwC Actuarial Flying Start programme offers, uniquely to Heriot-Watt University's Actuarial Science students, two six-month, paid, PwC work placements during Years Three and Five. It's the perfect way to gain valuable industry experience during your time at university. As an Actuarial Science student at Heriot-Watt University, you will have the opportunity to apply for this programme in Year Two. If successful, you'll join PwC's actuarial team in London and work directly with their clients - helping them plan for uncertainty as well as identifying, quantifying and managing their risks. They are known for the outstanding training they provide to graduates and if you do well, you could also get a job offer for when you graduate. Don't miss out!Sorry, your browser does not support this video.Please download it instead.Teaching Excellence and Student Satisfaction 30% of our teaching staff...

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Currie (Midlothian/Edinburghshire)
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Edinburgh Campus, Riccarton, EH14 4AS

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Actuarial Science
  • Teaching
  • University
  • GCSE Mathematics
  • Mathematics
  • Maths
  • Statistics

Course programme

Year 1

Introduction to Statistical Science; Calculus; Algebra; Professional Development Planning; Finance; Economics and practical work.

Learning and teaching
  • Scheduled learning:29%
  • Independent study:71%
  • Placement:0%
Assessment
  • Written:56%
  • Practical:0%
  • Coursework:44%

Year 2

Probability and Statistics; Actuarial and Financial Mathematics; Linear Algebra; Real Analysis; Multivariate Calculus; Introduction to Numerical Methods and practical work.

Learning and teaching
  • Scheduled learning:30%
  • Independent study:70%
  • Placement:0%
Assessment
  • Written:83%
  • Practical:0%
  • Coursework:17%

Additional information

OverviewIf you enjoy maths and are looking for a degree that will prepare you for a rewarding career, both intellectually and financially, then this might be the programme for you. It's one of only a few to be accredited by the UK actuarial profession. Good performance means exemptions from professional examinations (CT1-CT8), giving prospective actuaries an advantage over those on other mathematics programmes. At the same time it opens doors to the wide range of careers available to maths graduates. Opportunities are available for a year out to participate in an industrial...

Actuarial Science BSc

Price on request