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Actuarial science applies mathematical and statistical skills to problems arising in applied subjects such as insurance, finance, commerce and government.

Actuarial science at Essex covers the full range of core skills essential for the profession. Our course gives you exemption from the main professional examinations, CS1, CS2, CM1, CM2, CB1, CB2, of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), subject to your performance on certain modules. This means you can qualify as an actuary faster upon graduation. Being an actuary is a shrewd career choice - actuaries enjoy high rewards and have an excellent work/life balance.

Why study here?
  • Our BSc Actuarial Science course exempts you from key Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) exams.
  • You have access to our dedicated computing facilities that provide real-world experience.
  • An exceptional learning environment: world-class lecturers, academics, professional actuaries, further supported by Innovate UK.

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Actuarial science courses in Clearing for 2023

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BSc Actuarial Science

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Full-Time

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Colchester Campus

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Actuarial science teaches you the art of turning risks into opportunities. Actuaries provide assessments of financial security systems, with a focus on their complexity, their mathematics, and their mechanisms.

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BSc Economics with Mathematics

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Full-Time

Campus:

Colchester Campus

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Study Abroad

Placement Year

How do individuals and organisations produce, consume and sell goods and services? How can a country or individual make better use of the resources it has? Economics is not only about stocks, shares, and financial markets; it relates to every aspect of our lives where there is a demand to produce and supply goods and services.

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BSc Actuarial Science (Including Foundation Year)

Study mode:

Full-Time

Campus:

Colchester Campus

Our BSc Actuarial Science (including foundation year) is open to Home and EU students. It will be suitable for you if your academic qualifications do not yet meet our entrance requirements for the three-year version of this course and you want a programme that increases your subject knowledge as well as improves your English language and academic skills.

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BSc Economics with Mathematics (Including Foundation Year)

Study mode:

Full-Time

Campus:

Colchester Campus

Our BSc Economics with Mathematics (including foundation year) will be suitable for you if your academic qualifications do not yet meet our entrance requirements for the three-year version of this course and you want a programme that increases your subject knowledge as well as improves your academic skills in order to support your academic performance. This four-year course includes a foundation year (Year Zero), followed by a further three years of study.

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Integrated Master in Science: Actuarial Science and Data Science

Study mode:

Full-Time

Campus:

Colchester Campus

Our MSci Actuarial Science and Data Science is an Integrated Masters course that will teach you the art of turning risk into opportunity with the understanding of visualising data in actuarial applications and beyond. Such a skillset is crucial for the growing market for experts in data science with the collection and analysis of data being crucial to understanding how to improve, create and guide products and services across the globe.

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BSc Finance and Mathematics

Study mode:

Full-Time

Campus:

Colchester Campus

Course options:

Study Abroad

Placement Year

Through developing expert abilities in mathematics and discovering how these can be applied to financial situations, you will improve your capacity to make successful financial decisions and understand how you can turn risk into opportunity. Our BSc Finance and Mathematics course offers you modules in mathematics, accounting, economics and actuarial science.

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"Since graduating from Essex I worked as a Trainee Actuary for a London brokerage, then took a year off to learn to code, and now I am working as an Actuarial Systems Analyst for Pacific Life Re. My role involves designing actuarial models as well as working on tools for the actuarial systems team. The skills and knowledge that I developed by studying at Essex includes my knowledge of actuarial science and an introduction into coding, which helped to shape my career choices. My plans for the future involve continuing to improve my coding skills as well as my understanding of the re-insurance industry. My advice for other students would be to not give up! There are so many jobs out there that I didn’t even realise existed."
Frederick Coles bsc actuarial science, 2017
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Data Science is a growing industry across the world. By undertaking a degree in understanding data and it's applications you'll set yourself up for a rewarding career.
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Economic recovery is probably one the most pressing and urgent challenges right now and studying an economics degree gives you the unique tools to take on this challenge, find a solution, and improve well-being.

Actuarial science uses principles from mathematics, statistics and probability to evaluate risks in a broad range of areas such as insurance, finance, commerce and government. 

Our postgraduate actuarial science courses are based on the syllabus of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, which means that you’ll cover most of its Core Technical subjects as part of your course.

This focus on up-to-date research findings in actuarial methodologies and actuarial applications means that you gain a solid training in actuarial modelling and actuarial analysis. 

Why study here?
  • We are the 'ideas people' of the maths and actuarial science world – work with award-winning teachers and researchers, and top industry experts.
  • We have active links with industry to broaden your employment potential and placement opportunities.
  • Through our pioneering teaching approaches we cultivate the next generation of actuarial scientists and keep the industry prepared for the future.
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"My favourite modules were those where I was able to work hands-on with data performing analysis, building models, and learning to code. In the era of big data it is an important skill to be able to manipulate, interpret, and gain insights from your data. I had a brilliant experience at Essex, loved the Colchester Campus, and had a great relationship with the lecturers. I am currently working as a Pricing Analyst for RSA Insurance, the oldest property insurance company in the UK. I work within the SME Non-Motor team, pricing shops, offices, pubs, restaurants, hotels, tradespeople, and landlords."
George Brooks msc actuarial science, 2018
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Our mathematics Masters courses
Develop your knowledge with a postgraduate degree from Essex. We have courses that cover mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, data science and actuarial science.
Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science research at Essex
Our research is broad in reach and has real impact on things like social policy, insurance, human-technology interaction and mathematical physics. But that's not all! There's a lot more research that goes on at Essex.
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The advent of the digital era has revolutionised the study of actuarial science, expanding its frontiers and posing new challenges. 
 
At research level, you will embark on a journey of independent study into this thriving subject. You’ll be supervised by internationally recognised experts in the areas of survival analysis, forensic economics, risk management, asset-liability management, performance evaluation of funds, and much more.

Why study here?
  • Students have access to computer labs and software including MATLAB, R, and LaTeX.
  • Our School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science has an international reputation in many areas like such as semi-group theory, optimisation, probability, applied statistics, bioinformatics and mathematical biology.
  • Work alongside our staff who are strongly committed to research and teaching.
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Our mathematics research group
Our researchers work collaboratively across our Faculty of Science and Health. Our research focuses on analysis and mathematical physics, mathematical applications, and algebra, discrete mathematics and geometry.
Our data science research group
Data science brings together statistics and data analytics. Our research interests focus on actuarial mathematics, data science and statistical learning, operational research, and statistical methodology.
Research degrees in the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science
Find out more about the research degrees run by our School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science.
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