Expand+The MSc 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 ...

Hide-The MSc 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.

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Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
The MSc Actuarial Science (MSc Act. Sci.) is designed for students from quantitative disciplines wh...

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

The programme provides a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance for future actuarial studies. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a dissertation in a topical area of actuarial science under the supervision of a member of the UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics. The dissertation will allow you to develop an understanding of how the theory and principles covered in the Core Technical subjects are applied in practice. Some students will have an opportunity to avail of paid research placements with actuarial companies as a means of completing their thesis (interviews with the relevant companies will be required). The programme is suitable for students with no prior exemptions and for students who wish to add to any exemptions they already have. In addition you may also be able to take advanced courses in finance at the world class UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business. You can learn more about the MSc Actuarial Science by watching Dr Adrian O'Hagan's Google Hangout on Air on UCD Graduate Courses in Actuarial Science.

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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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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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Actuarial Dissertation I STAT40630
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Stat. Methods for Actuaries STAT40640
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Actuarial Dissertation II STAT40650
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Probability & Statistics for Actuar STAT40660
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Stochastic Models STAT40680
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Actuarial Dissertation III STAT40870

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As a graduate of the MSc 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 graduate...

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As a graduate of the MSc 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.