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BSc in Actuarial and Financial Mathematics at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This programme builds analytical and problem-solving skills with a choice between an Actuarial Science option, designed for exemption from Actuarial Society of South Africa exams, and a Financial Mathematics option for financial analysis and engineering.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years, full-time  |  Intake: 2027 (closing dates: SA and international 30/06/2026)  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Actuarial science or financial mathematics, with specialisation beginning in third year; the programme is accredited by the Actuarial Society of South Africa.

Career pathways

Insurance, retirement funds, healthcare, financial consulting, risk management, banking; financial engineers work in banks, brokerage and investment institutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 36. NSC/IEB: English HL/FAL achievement level 5, Mathematics achievement level 7, APS 36.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 75,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BSc (Actuarial and Financial Mathematics)'); the source states a range of R75,000 to R85,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years have Source

Intake: 2027 (closing dates: SA and international 30/06/2026)

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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