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MSc Actuarial Management with Data Science

Heriot-Watt University

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Edinburgh Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Overview

You've completed the mathematics in actuarial science and you want to qualify quickly. Our MSc in Actuarial Management with Data Science will take you close to the point of qualification and also develop your data science (machine learning) skills.

Data Science (machine learning) uses computer algorithms to build models of the future. Our MSc in Actuarial Management with Data Science will enable you to develop the skills to build and apply such models in an actuarial context.

In addition, the degree is fully accredited with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries in the UK for actuarial subjects: CP1, CP2, CP3, SP2, SP4, SP5, SP6 and SP9. Studying subject SP9 leads to the internationally recognised Certified Enterprise Risk Actuary (CERA) qualification.

These subjects cover a variety of areas including life insurance, risk management, investment, derivatives, pensions, communication and modelling. Combining your choice of these with your development in machine learning skills will prepare you well for the modern world. You choose the combination that works for you.

Completing this degree gets you close to qualification as an actuary, with only one or two exams left to complete after leaving university. It typically speeds up your qualification by one or two years.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 27,200per year

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

University information

Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH14 4AS, Scotland

One of Scotland's most international universities. With five global campuses, you'll join over 27,000 students and an alumni network of 159,000 in 190 nations.
Global companies actively seek out Heriot-Watt graduates due to the nature of the university's research-informed education.
Opportunities to transfer seamlessly between campuses in Dubai, Malaysia and Scotland through the university's 'Go Global' scheme.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    22nd out of 103 1

    42nd out of 117 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    194 85%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    23rd

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    86th

    14
  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    178 78%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    28th

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.64 66%

    115th

    45

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