Actuarial Science

University College Dublin

Ireland, Dublin

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University College Dublin

Ireland , Dublin

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

F036

Application Fee

EUR 50

Credit point

60 Points

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2024

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

EUR 6,330 / year

Next Intake September-2024

Actuarial Science

About

The Graduate Diploma in Actuarial Science is designed for students from quantitative disciplines who ultimately wish to train as an actuary upon completion of the programme. The Graduate Diploma can help fast track your career as an actuary by supporting you through the initial examinations of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, UK.
The programme provides a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance for future actuarial studies. The programme is suitable for students with no prior exemptions and for students who wish to add to any exemptions they already have.

Download the UCD Science Graduate Taught Courses brochure (pdf)

Designed specifically for those seeking to enter the actuarial profession
Students who perform well in the programme may obtain subject-by-subject exemptions from the Core Technical examinations of the Institute & Faculty of Actuaries (UK)

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

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants for graduate taught programmes should normally possess a first degree of at least a second class honours standard or the equivalent.

Applicants for graduate research programmes should normally possess a first degree of at least an upper second class honours standard or the equivalent and/or Master's degree or its equivalent.

In certain circumstances, applicants who has demonstrated other evidence of academic standing and/or relevant professional experience as satisfies the Governing Board of their suitability for admission to the degree programme. These criteria are considered non-standard admission requirements.

Career

As a graduate of the Graduate Diploma Actuarial Science 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. Successful graduates can expect early responsibility in their chosen career and the opportunity to work in a variety of challenging roles. 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. The Actuarial Profession is a global profession with actuaries in demand in Europe, America, Asia and Australia.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 6,330 / year

Application Fee

EUR 50

How to Apply

If you are not a UCD student and have not applied previously, you must register before using the system for the first time. You'll find step-by-step instructions on how to apply in our instructions for applicants [pdf] and video tutorial.

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