Program Overview
The Actuarial Science PG Dip at University of Southampton is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Actuarial Science PG Dip programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 17,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 17,740 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Actuarial Science PG Dip programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Economics
- Probability and mathematical statistics
- Financial mathematics
- Actuarial mathematics I
- Mathematical finance
- Stochastic processes
- Actuarial mathematics II
- Survival Models
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- First or upper second-class honours degree or equivalent, in a quantitative subject (mathematics, statistics, economics, etc)
- IELTS score of at least 6.5 overall, with at least\xc2\xa06 in each component (intensive summer language course available if required).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 17,740 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,740 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 17,740 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Southampton is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2 September 2026
- Start Date 2017-09-28
- Language English
- Duration 12 months