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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site - Highfield Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-21
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
This is the only degree in the UK to combine economics and actuarial science. Actuarial science uses mathematical and statistical methods to assess risk and uncertainty. Actuaries are essential in industries such as insurance and finance. • You'll learn to use the Bloomberg Trading Suite in your first year, and study alongside students on the related Mathematics and Actuarial Science degree.• This degree is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA). You'll be eligible for 6 exemptions from the core principles - see course page for more info. You'll study core modules in microeconomics, macroeconomics and quantitative methods. You'll have the freedom to shape your studies by choosing optional modules to suit your interests or career plans - such as international banking, risk management or public economics. You can also choose modules from outside the Economics and Mathematics departments.You could also: • Take part in a 2 week summer school in China• Spend a semester abroad• Spend a year in employment• Gain vital work experience on IBM's Business Innovation Programme
Application deadline
15 January
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A level : AAA
Typical offer: AAA or AABB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) or AAB or ABBB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) and Further Mathematics (minimum grade B)Contextual offer: AAB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) or ABB including Mathematics (minimum grade A) and Further Mathematics (minimum grade B) Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Although an Economics A level is not required, preference will be given to applicants taking at least one analytical A level subject ; that is, ei
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