MSc Actuarial Science at University of Kent

Programme overview

A one-year conversion MSc at Canterbury for mathematically strong graduates moving into actuarial work, accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. Depending on performance, students may be eligible for IFoA Core Principles exemptions (CB1, CB2, CM1, CM2, CS1, CS2). Teaching uses industry-standard tools including PROPHET.

Faculty: School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science | Duration: 1 year full-time (MSc); 9 months full-time (PDip) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Nine compulsory modules: Probability and Statistics for Actuarial Science, Financial Mathematics, Actuarial Risk Modelling, Financial Economics and Derivatives, Actuarial Mathematics, Statistical Modelling for Actuaries, Data Modelling and Consultancy, Corporate Finance for Actuaries and Economics for Actuaries.

Career pathways

Graduates move into life insurance, general insurance, pensions, banking and investment, consulting and risk analytics, e-health, technology and climate risk, on a path towards actuarial roles such as Chief Actuary or Chief Risk Officer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 2.1 or above in an acceptable subject. A first or 2.1 honours degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics or Physics; other subjects with a high mathematical content considered. Applicants with a 2.2 honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject plus A Level Maths at A (or international equivalent), or a pass in the CS1 or CM1 IFoA exams, will also be considered. Additional, professional qualifications and relevant experience may be considered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

International applicants: GBP 23,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time (MSc); 9 months full-time (PDip)

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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