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Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc

University of Leicester — Leicester, United Kingdom

Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc is a undergraduate Mathematics & Statistics course at University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom. It takes 3-4 years, costs £26,000 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3-4 years · Full-time · Mathematics & Statistics · £26,000 per year

Intakes: September

Actuarial science is the study of risk and uncertainty, usually of a financial and long-term nature. Professionals who work in this industry are called actuaries, and it’s a career that’s regularly voted as a top three choice in job rankings. The strong intellectual challenges combined with the expected financial rewards make this a highly sought-after profession. Our Mathematics and Actuarial Science degree introduces you to the world of an actuary, allowing you to build your technical mathematical skills, as well as developing your business understanding and helping you to become ready to jo

Modules

  • Calculus and Analysis 1
  • Linear Algebra 1
  • Fundamentals of University Mathematics
  • Calculus and Analysis 2
  • Linear Algebra 2
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Business Microeconomics
  • Business Macroeconomics
  • Actuarial Modelling 1
  • Statistical Distributions and Inference
  • Actuarial Professional Skills and Employability
  • Actuarial Modelling 2
  • Fundamentals of Data Science
  • Statistical Data Analysis
  • Business Finance
  • Actuarial Mathematics Project
  • Financial Engineering
  • Liability Modelling
  • Markov Processes
  • Survival Models
  • Operational Research
  • The Management and Shaping of Innovation
  • Generalised Linear Models
  • Data Mining and Neural Networks
  • Advanced Investment Management

Careers

  • are comfortable with data and manipulating it
  • have great team working skills
  • can communicate persuasively in speech and writing
  • a professional skills and employability module

Frequently asked questions

How long is Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc at University of Leicester?

Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc takes 3-4 years (Full-time).

How much does Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc at University of Leicester cost?

The listed tuition fee is £26,000 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc start?

Intakes: September.

What level is Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc?

It is a undergraduate course in Mathematics & Statistics.

What will I study on Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc?

Modules include Calculus and Analysis 1, Linear Algebra 1, Fundamentals of University Mathematics, Calculus and Analysis 2, Linear Algebra 2 and Probability and Statistics.

What careers can Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc lead to?

Typical roles include are comfortable with data and manipulating it, have great team working skills, can communicate persuasively in speech and writing and a professional skills and employability module.