The MSc Actuarial Science is designed for students from quantitative disciplines who wish to train as an actuary upon completion of the programme. The MSc can help fast track your career as an actuary by supporting you through the initial examinations of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), UK and is fully accredited by the IFoA, UK. The programme provides a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance for future actuarial studies. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a dissertation in a topical area of actuarial science under the supervision of a member of the UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics. The programme is suitable for students with no prior exemptions and for students who wish to add to any exemptions they already have.

• Designed specifically for those seeking to enter the actuarial profession.
• Fully accredited by the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries (UK)
• Students who perform well in the programme may obtain block exemptions from the Core Examinations of the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries (UK).
• Paid research placements for some students with actuarial companies (subject to successful selection process)
• MSc Actuarial Science won the Science Postgraduate Course of the Year at the grad Ireland Higher Education Awards in 2016.

What Will I Learn?
1 - Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the key skills required by a trainee actuary, including data collection methods, statistical method development, analysis of statistical output.
2 - Model real-world problems using the appropriate framework and on that basis, make forecasts and analyse risk
3 - Demonstrate strong proficiency in appropriate computational methods
4 - Use the language of logic to reason correctly and make deductions
5 - Approach problems in an analytical, precise and rigorous way
6 - Give oral presentations of technical material at a level appropriate for the audience
7 - Prepare written reports on technical subjects in statistics, actuarial science, and finance in clear and precise language

Career & Graduate Study Opportunities
As a graduate you can look forward to a career ranging from the traditional areas of insurance and pension consultancy to the rapidly expanding areas of investment and risk management. Throughout your actuarial career you can rely on the support and guidance of the actuarial profession, and upon qualification you can expect a rewarding career that will continue to offer opportunities for further development.