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Mathematics with Actuarial Science

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Actuaries are the world’s financial architects and engineers. Their expertise is vital to the management of pension funds, general insurance companies and investment by financial institutions. On this course you’ll learn how to tackle the uncertainties of future events using mathematics, probability and statistics to create models and simulations. This degree will provide you with the technical skills needed for a career as an actuary. The course combines a programme of mathematics with key topics from economics, finance and actuarial science. You’ll investigate the applications of mathematics in a variety of contexts and use mathematical and statistical models.As part of this course you’ll:- Develop analytical and problem-solving skills, alongside expertise in the statistical analysis of risk- Specialise in statistics and actuarial science- Use our student centre, a dedicated learning and social space, exclusively for maths students- Use mathematical and computational packages such as Python and the statistics package RYou’ll be taught through a combination of lectures and workshops by leading researchers in statistical modelling and experts in actuarial and financial mathematics.This degree is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA). You'll be eligible for multiple exemptions from the core principles - please see course page for more details.Upon graduation you’ll be well equipped to begin an actuarial career with advanced professional standing, or to follow many other careers that require high-level quantitative skills, including those within the wider financial services industry. Within


15 months of graduating our alumni earn on average £36,700 with over 97% in employment or further study

(Graduate Outcomes 2022-23, published 2025).

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, University Road , Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    20th out of 104 2

    12th out of 65 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 209
    131 63%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    13th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.25 81%

    35th

    38

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    154 65%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    24th

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    56th

    27

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