The Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc at the University of Leicester equips you with the analytical and quantitative skills essential for understanding and managing financial risk. This undergraduate degree is designed for students drawn to the intellectual challenges of mathematics and its practical application in the financial world, particularly in areas like probability, statistical modelling, and financial engineering. You will explore how actuaries assess uncertainty, ensuring financial security for individuals and organisations, making this a highly rewarding and sought-after profession.
You will study this course full-time on campus over three years, engaging with core modules such as Actuarial Modelling, Markov Processes, and Liability Modelling, alongside options like Data Mining and Financial Engineering. The curriculum is closely aligned with the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries' syllabus, providing exemptions from professional exams. You will develop your skills through practical application, including a significant Actuarial Mathematics Project in your final year. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for a career as an actuary or in related fields such as data analysis and financial risk management.