Actuarial Science

Entry requirements

A first or 2.1 honours degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics or Physics. Other subjects with a high mathematical content will be considered.

Applicants holding 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.

Months of entry

September

Course content

You’ve already proved you can do the maths. Now learn how to use it to model uncertainty and make confident decisions in finance, insurance and beyond.

MSc Actuarial Science is Kent’s one-year conversion programme for those with strong mathematics education who want a faster route into actuarial work.

You’ll build a solid foundation in statistics, economics, finance, accounting and actuarial mathematics.

Depending on your performance on this course, you can be eligible for IFoA Core Principles exemptions (CB1, CB2, CM1, CM2, CS1, CS2) - a powerful head start towards actuarial qualification.

Choosing the right start point matters

We offer a variety of pathways to becoming an actuary. And we want to help you choose the right path:

• If you’re new to actuarial science but have a strong maths background start with MSc Actuarial Science (we call this the “M1” stage) for a confident career switch.
• If you have already studied actuarial science as a BSc, a Postgraduate Diploma or already completed the M1 (MSc in Actuarial Science) course, the you might be able to step up to MSc Applied Actuarial Science (we call this the “M2” stage) for advanced, practice-focused learning that supports the qualification process.
• If you want to study both options and have the chance to complete 11 of the 13 principles required to qualify as an actuary, then you might choose the Integrated Master’s (M1 then M2). This is popular with international students for a single visa journey, with the option to opt out after Year 1 and still graduate with MSc Actuarial Science.

Not sure which is right for you? Email AskAnActuary@kent.ac.uk and we can advise.

Information for international students

Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Please note that international fee-paying students cannot undertake a part-time programme due to visa restrictions.

English language entry requirements

The University requires all non-native speakers of English to reach a minimum standard of proficiency in written and spoken English before beginning a postgraduate degree. Certain subjects require a higher level.

For detailed information see our English language requirements web pages.

Need help with English?

Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways.

Fees and funding

For further information about funding, including scholarships, please visit our funding web pages.