Expand+The Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science offers potential exemptions from the Core Technical subjects 1 to 8 (CT1-8) of the examinations of the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries (UK). If you have prior actuarial exemptions you may choose to study all or...

Hide-The Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science offers potential exemptions from the Core Technical subjects 1 to 8 (CT1-8) of the examinations of the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries (UK). If you have prior actuarial exemptions you may choose to study all or part of the syllabus for examination Core Applications 1 (CA1) of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK).** The programme is therefore suitable for students with no prior exemptions and for students who wish to add to any exemptions they already have.

** No exemptions are offered from the examinations of the Institute and Faulty of Actuaries in respect of CA1.

Expand+The programme provides a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance for future actuarial studies. Designed specifically for those seeking to enter the actuarial profession Students who perform well in the programme may obtain ...

Hide-The programme provides a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance for future actuarial studies. Designed specifically for those seeking to enter the actuarial profession Students who perform well in the programme may obtain subject-by-subject exemptions from the Core Technical examinations of the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries (UK)

Who should Apply?

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
The Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science is designed for students from quantitative disciplines who ultimately wish to train as an actuary upon completion of the programme. The Graduate Diploma can help fast-track your career as an actuary by supporting you through the initial examinations of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK).

Expand+Students must complete a minimum of 60 ECTS credits of work over two semesters. Students select between 5 and 7 subjects from the list. Most subjects are made up of two or more modules and students must take all modules comprising their selected subj...

Hide-Students must complete a minimum of 60 ECTS credits of work over two semesters. Students select between 5 and 7 subjects from the list. Most subjects are made up of two or more modules and students must take all modules comprising their selected subjects. Depending on their subject choices students may have to take more than five subjects to ensure the minimum 60 ECTS credits requirement is met. Each Subject of the Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science corresponds to the equivalently named Core Technical or Core Applications Subject of the examinations of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK).


Financial Economics I FIN30150
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Financial Economics II FIN30160
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Fundamentals of Actuarial and Financial Mathematics I MATH20130
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Fundamentals of Actuarial and Financial Mathematics II MATH20210
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Actuarial Statistics I STAT40020
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Actuarial Mathematics 1 STAT40060
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Actuarial Mathematics 2 STAT40100
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Survival Models STAT40250
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Actuarial Risk Management I STAT40550
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Actuarial Risk Management II STAT40560
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Actuarial Risk Management III STAT40570
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Actuarial Risk Management IV STAT40580
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Actuarial Reporting I STAT40600
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Actuarial Reporting II STAT40610
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Stat. Methods for Actuaries STAT40640
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Probability & Statistics for Actuar STAT40660
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Stochastic Models STAT40680

Expand+Where can I go?
As a graduate of the Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science you can look forward to a career ranging from the traditional areas of insurance and pension consultancy to the rapidly expanding areas of investment and risk management. Succes...

Hide-Where can I go?
As a graduate of the Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science you can look forward to a career ranging from the traditional areas of insurance and pension consultancy to the rapidly expanding areas of investment and risk management. Successful graduates can expect early responsibility in their chosen career and the opportunity to work in a variety of challenging roles. Throughout your actuarial career you can rely on the support and guidance of the Actuarial Profession and upon qualification you can expect a rewarding career that will continue to offer opportunities for further development. The Actuarial Profession is a global profession with actuaries in demand in Europe, America, Asia and Australia.