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Universities Ireland Dublin City University Courses BSc in Actuarial Mathematics

BSc in Actuarial Mathematics

Dublin City University

Dublin, Ireland

Tuition Fee € 15,000
Country Rank#5
Duration48 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 92

Program Overview

The DCU BSc in Actuarial Mathematics prepares students to pursue a career as an actuary or, more generally, for a career in finance. Actuaries are involved in quantifying and managing risk and work in areas as diverse as banking, insurance and healthcare.

As financial markets become increasingly complex there is a growing need for professionals who combine both mathematical and financial expertise. Graduates of the DCU BSc in Actuarial Mathematics are in high demand by both the actuarial and financial industry in Ireland and internationally.

Course Content
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Programming for Mathematics
- Introduction to Microeconomics
- Introduction to Macroeconomics
- Linear Mathematics I
- Linear Mathematics II
- Integral Calculus
- Sequences and Series
- Probability 1
- Financial Modelling with Excel
- Analysis 1
Year 2 Core Modules:
- Accounting 1
- Calculus of Several Variables
- Introduction to Differential Equations
- Numerical Methods
- Linear Algebra
- Statistics I
- Statistics II
- Analysis 2
- Probability II
Year 3 Core Modules:
- Accounting 2
- INTRA ACM
- Stochastic Modelling
- Financial Mathematics
- Actuarial Modelling
- Financial and Actuarial Models
Year 4 Core Modules:
- Financial Economics I
- Financial Economics II
- Time Series (Intermediate)
- Life Contingencies
- Risk Theory
Entry Requirement
Leaving Cert
- In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply
- Minimum of H3 in Mathematics
GCE A Level
- In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply
- GCE A Level B Mathematics
International Applications
- International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.
IELTS ACADEMIC Composite score of 6.5 or above, with no less than 6.0 in any one component

TOEFL iBT Total Score of 92
Fees & Scholarships
Student Contribution

€3,043 per annum

EU Status Fee

€6,250 per annum

Non EU Fee

€15,000 per annum
Career Prospect
Career Prospects
- Actuary
- Actuarial Consultancy
- Risk Management
- Investments
- Insurance
- Pensions
- Finance Analyst
- Pricing Analyst
The BSc in Actuarial Mathematics provides an excellent start to a career as an actuary or in finance. Students who perform sufficiently well on the degree may be exempt from some or all of the Core Principles examinations (CS1, CS2, CM1, CM2, CB1, CB2) of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaies, UK and can, therefore, significantly reduce the time taken to qualify as an actuary. The Actuarial Profession is a global profession with opportunities internationally in America, Asia, India, Africa and Australia. Graduates are also well placed to undertake further studies and research in actuarial science, mathematics, financial mathematics, economics and finance. Graduates can look forward to a rewarding and varied career with opportunities in all areas of the actuarial profession as well as certain areas of business and finance.

Cost Of Studying At Dublin City University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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