Actuarial Science

Entry requirements

First or upper second-class honours degree or equivalent, in a quantitative subject (mathematics, statistics, economics, etc).

Months of entry

September

Course content

This programme provides an intensive, professional-level, specialist education in actuarial science. Students performing well in the instructional component (PG Dip) can gain exemptions from professional examinations of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, which are internationally recognised. Following the instructional component, students progress to the MSc by successfully completing a three-month supervised project and dissertation/ report component.

Information for international students

IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall, with at least 6 in each component (intensive summer language course available if required).

Fees and funding

Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.