Actuarial Science with a Foundation Year, BSc (Hons)
COURSE OVERVIEW
Actuarial Science at Swansea University is a highly regarded degree that combines the mathematics and management content needed for an intriguing and rewarding career in risk management.
Your learning will be shaped by inspirational and internationally-renowned business professionals with many years of industry experience including Dr Randall Wright, Associate Professor in Actuarial Science and Fellow of the US Society of Actuaries, and Dr Jafar Ojra, Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Chartered Global Management Accountant.
The Swansea University Actuarial Science programme is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), so the successful graduate can gain exemptions for up to six IFoA professional exams.
You will be joining a university that holds a TEF Gold Award, UK Government recognition for teaching excellence.
Our career support services include:
- Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
- Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
- Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
- Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
- Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
- Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.
We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

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