Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science in Edinburgh United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
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Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,008
(c. USD33,490.96)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science is perfect for mathematics enthusiasts seeking a degree that leads to a fulfilling career – both mentally and economically. With 30% of faculty members being certified actuaries, this program provides current industry insights and practical skills for professional environments. Students can also participate in paid internships and study abroad options in Canada, Australia, or Heriot-Watt's Malaysia campus. The actuarial profession ranks among the UK's most gratifying careers due to its mentally challenging work, high earnings potential, flexible schedules, and outstanding employment opportunities. Actuaries utilize their sophisticated mathematical expertise to address intricate business challenges related to risk assessment, spanning conventional insurance and pension sectors as well as emerging fields like healthcare, tech, banking, finance, and environmental sustainability.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Highers AAAB including Mathematics at A
A-Levels AAB - AAA including Mathematics at A
Int. Baccalaureate 28 points with higher level Mathematics at 6
BTEC DDD including sufficient Mathematics
As our programmes are taught and assessed in English, applicants must be able to prove their level of English language ability as part of the application process. This should be shown through one of the following means - You are from a majority English speaking country or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree from a majority English speaking country as defined by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). You have successfully completed a degree from a UK University within the last two academic years where all study has taken place in the UK or at an overseas campus in a non-majority English speaking country as defined by the UKVI, then we will consider this on a case-by-case basis. Our decision will be made on a variety of factors including length of study, level of study, subject relevance, nature of degree and time since completion (no longer than two academic years). You have passed one of the following English Language Tests within the last 2 years at the levels indicated (we will need to verify the results of the test and as such you will need to upload your original certificate as part of the application process). IELTS Academic 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5. TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
A-Levels AAB - AAA including Mathematics at A
Int. Baccalaureate 28 points with higher level Mathematics at 6
BTEC DDD including sufficient Mathematics
As our programmes are taught and assessed in English, applicants must be able to prove their level of English language ability as part of the application process. This should be shown through one of the following means - You are from a majority English speaking country or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree from a majority English speaking country as defined by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). You have successfully completed a degree from a UK University within the last two academic years where all study has taken place in the UK or at an overseas campus in a non-majority English speaking country as defined by the UKVI, then we will consider this on a case-by-case basis. Our decision will be made on a variety of factors including length of study, level of study, subject relevance, nature of degree and time since completion (no longer than two academic years). You have passed one of the following English Language Tests within the last 2 years at the levels indicated (we will need to verify the results of the test and as such you will need to upload your original certificate as part of the application process). IELTS Academic 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5. TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
Tuition
GBP
25,008