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# Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc

## 3-4 years

Risk and uncertainty are where actuaries shine – drawing on their mathematical skills to help businesses and organisation make better financial decisions. It can be a high-stakes role, but we’ll give you the confidence to carve out an exciting career.

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# Mathematics and Actuarial Science BSc, 3-4 years

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## Course information

Typical offer AAB-ABB

UCAS code GN1H

Institute code L34

Taught by Mathematical Sciences

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3rd in the UK for Mathematics (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)

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16th in the UK for Mathematics (UniCompare, 2026)

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Joint 2nd for employability in the UK, with 94% of graduates in skilled work or further study 15 months after graduation (The Guardian University Guide, 2026)

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### Course description

## Course description

Actuarial science is the study of risk and uncertainty, usually of a financial and long-term nature. Professionals who work in this industry are called actuaries, and it’s a career that’s regularly voted as a top three choice in job rankings. The strong intellectual challenges combined with the expected financial rewards make this a highly sought-after profession.

Our Mathematics and Actuarial Science degree introduces you to the world of an actuary, allowing you to build your technical mathematical skills, as well as developing your business understanding and helping you to become ready to join the world of industry.

On this degree you will become comfortable with data and with its manipulation, studying core modules on data science and artificial intelligence. You will also develop great team working skills and persuasive communication techniques. Crucially, you’ll be in a position to know why you are in an organisation and what you can contribute.

Completing this degree can lead to you obtaining exemptions from the first tier Core Principles exams of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries' , alongside a wide range of related skills which will enable you to add value in many areas for your future employers.

The added benefit of an optional year in industry will help you become even more work-ready in a competitive environment.

### Entry requirements

## Entry requirements

* A/AS-levels: AAB-ABB including Maths. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level

* EPQ with A-levels: ABB-BBB + EPQ at grade B. A-level subjects to include Maths.

* Access to HE Diploma: Pass Diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction. Plus A-level Maths at grade A-B. We may consider substantial Level 3 Maths Access credits in place of A-level Maths. Please contact Admissions regarding eligibility

* International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points including grade 5 in HL Maths.

* BTEC Nationals: Pass Extended Diploma with DDM, plus grade B in A-level Maths. BTEC not accepted by itself. Please contact Admissions regarding eligibility.

Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies .

If your qualification or country is not listed, please contact us for more information, including the name and result of the qualification you have studied.

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this course, you can apply for Mathematics with Foundation Year BSc .

### Flexible entry requirements

We welcome applications from motivated students whose predicted grades are slightly below our standard entry requirements. We understand that predicted grades are not always an accurate reflection of your final results, and we’re happy to consider your application. Although we can’t guarantee an offer due to the high volume of applications, if you’re eligible, we may still offer you a place based on our standard requirements.

### Contextual offers

The University of Leicester is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all applicants from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to support students who may be impacted by the area they live in, their personal circumstances or who have completed one of our progression programmes . These offers are usually one or two grades lower than the standard entry requirements.

To qualify for a contextual offer, you must apply for an eligible course and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible .

### Selection Process

When considering your application, we will look for evidence that you will be able to fulfil the objectives of the course and achieve the standards required. We will take into account a range of factors including previous exam results.

Applicants are not normally interviewed. If you receive an offer you will be invited to visit the School.

### English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability . If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

### International Qualifications

Find your country in this list to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements.

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### Fees and funding

## Fees and funding

### UK Students

#### Starting in 2027

* £10,050 in your first year

The fee for 2028/29 has not been announced. Further increases are anticipated to be implemented automatically through government legislation, therefore it is likely that your tuition fees will rise for each subsequent year of your studies.

Find out more about tuition fees, including year abroad, placement years, scholarships and funding .

### International Students

* £26,000 per year

If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee.

### Additional costs for UK and International students

* Please note that you will need to buy a Casio FX83GT calculator (approximately £6). This is not included in your tuition fee.

* In your final year you can choose an optional module 'Communicating Mathematics' which will incur travel costs of around £50 for school placements.

### Accreditation

## Accreditation

The BSc in Mathematics and Actuarial Science is aimed at students who are specifically interested in becoming an Actuary.

Completing the BSc degree can lead to you obtaining exemptions from the first tier Core Principles exams of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (CM1, CM2, CS1, CS2, CB1 and CB2).

By extending your studies to the MMath, you will study modules which can lead to further exemptions from the three Core Practice exams of the IFoA (CP1, CP2 and CP3). This will help put you firmly on the pathway to becoming an actuary.

### Careers and employability

## Careers and employability

You will be well-placed to work in the worlds of insurance, pensions, healthcare, banking, business management and risk assessment. You will be equipped with mathematical and statistical knowledge and problem-solving skills to help businesses and institutions evaluate the long-term financial implications of the decisions they make.

We aim to develop graduates who:

* are comfortable with data and manipulating it

* have great team working skills

* can communicate persuasively in speech and writing

* know why they are in an organisation and what they can contribute

We also support your employability through:

* dedicated employability advisers within the careers team, who understand the markets you are applying to

* weekly employability sessions with qualified actuaries reviewing applications and giving advice based on industry experience

* regular Actuarial Society events attracting actuarial and other financial employers to the campus to meet students

* a professional skills and employability module

### Careers and Employability Service

Get career-ready at Leicester with guidance from our award-winning Careers and Employability Service . We're here to give you a lifetime offer of support, even after graduation. Our team of specialist careers advisers and mentors will help you every step of the way. From supporting you with CVs and interviews, to volunteering opportunities and placements, we're here to help you reach your professional goals.

### Sustainable Development Goals

## Sustainable Development Goals

We are committed to providing skills and knowledge to help prepare you tackle global challenges. We have mapped our undergraduate degrees for learning which aligns to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals .

This degree includes learning which relates to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:

* Goal 4: Quality education

* Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

* Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure

* Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals

Find out more about the UN Sustainable Development Goals

### Alumni testimonial

Image: Headshot of Lazeen “I studied BSc Mathematics and Actuarial Science at the University of Leicester and had a very positive experience. One of the best aspects of the course was the quality of the lecturers, who were knowledgeable, supportive and genuinely invested in students’ success. The course offered a strong balance between lectures and seminars, along with a good mix of exams and project-based assessments, which helped develop both technical skills and practical application.

A particularly valuable part of the course was the Professional Skills module, which focused on CV writing, interview preparation and broader workplace skills. This gave me a head start when applying for roles and transitioning into the professional environment.

My time at Leicester helped me build strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, alongside discipline and time management. Since graduating, I’ve spent seven years working in actuarial roles across both industry and consulting, and I regularly apply the technical and professional skills I developed during my degree.

My advice to anyone considering this course is to engage fully with both the academic and professional development opportunities - it provides an excellent foundation for an actuarial career and beyond.”

Lazeen, Manager – Life Actuarial, KPMG

### Integrated AI

## Integrated AI

At Leicester, you will study with full access to Microsoft 365 Copilot through our collaboration with global tech leader, Microsoft. As one of the first Microsoft Frontier Universities in the UK, we are helping to shape how AI is used in higher education and the workplace.

You will build practical, transferable skills that employers value. From analysing information and solving problems to communicating ideas and working collaboratively, you will learn to apply your knowledge in a digital world.

When you graduate, you will leave with more than a degree. You will have the skills and confidence to work with the technologies shaping your future.

### 100 hours work-related learning

## 100 hours work-related learning

Your future career starts right here, whilst you study. On all of our undergraduate courses you are guaranteed 100 hours of real, employer informed work related learning , built directly into your course.

You will gain a range of skills and grow in confidence through a mixture of activities, aligned closely to your subject. This could range from placements, clinics, laboratory work, field work and “real-world” projects such as live briefs, consultancy challenges, simulations, and virtual internships (discipline aligned and interdisciplinary).

By the time you graduate you'll be able to articulate and demonstrate to future employers you have the skills they are looking for as well as the understanding of your subject.

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## Course structure

### Year 1

## Year 1

### Modules

* Calculus and Analysis 1

* Linear Algebra 1

* Fundamentals of University Mathematics

* Calculus and Analysis 2

* Linear Algebra 2

* Probability and Statistics

* Business Microeconomics

* Business Macroeconomics

At the end of Year 1 it may be possible to transfer to the BSc in Mathematics (or the four-year MMath ).

The modules listed reflect those currently available to students starting in the next intake and may differ from the modules available to current students. Every year, we review our modules and their content to ensure that our courses maintain the best academic and student experience possible. Whilst this does mean elements of your course may change in future academic years, it ensures your course is giving you a research-inspired education and preparing you for your future.

### Year 2

## Year 2

* Actuarial Modelling 1

* AI for Data Science

* Statistical Distributions and Inference

* Actuarial Professional Skills and Employability

* Actuarial Modelling 2

* Fundamentals of Data Science

* Statistical Data Analysis

* Business Finance

### Year in Industry (optional)

## Year in Industry (optional)

If you want to, you can take a year out between Years 2 and 3 to work in an industrial placement (provided you meet set criteria). Or you can opt to continue studying at the University and complete your degree in three years.

NB. A year spent on an industrial placement still incurs a tuition fee, but this is much lower than for a normal year at Leicester. See our Fees and Funding section for details.

You will undertake a programme of training and practical experience that is agreed between the sponsoring company and the University. A member of staff will be individually assigned to you as your industrial placement tutor, who will be in regular contact with you throughout your placement and will visit the sponsoring company.

A year in industry is a great opportunity which can give you first-hand experience of working in a mathematics-related career while also enhancing your employability skills and allowing you to network with people in industry.

### Year 3

## Year 3

### Core modules

* Actuarial Mathematics Project (double module)

* Financial Engineering

* Liability Modelling

* Markov Processes

* Survival Models

### Option modules

Choose one option module from:

* Operational Research

* The Management and Shaping of Innovation

* Business Microeconomics *

Then choose one option module from:

* Generalised Linear Models

* Data Mining and Neural Networks

* Business Macroeconomics *

* Advanced Investment Management

*These economics modules are included for students joining the course in Year 2, to allow them to gain all of the exemptions from the IFoA offered within the course.

## Why Leicester?

We have a thriving, student-led Maths Society (SUMS) and Leicester Actuarial Science Society (LASS) which organise social activities and guest lectures throughout the year.

Joint 2nd for employability in the UK, with 94% of graduates in skilled work or further study 15 months after graduation (The Guardian, 2026).

UK Top 30 (Complete University Guide, 2026) and 3rd in the UK for Mathematics (Daily Mail 2026).

Our academic staff have written and edited dozens of books and publish regularly in major national and international journals. Where other people only get to read what our experts think, you will be working directly with them, learning from them in lectures and questioning them in seminars.

Hear from Yash, a Mathematics and Actuarial Science student who completed his placement year at Bupa.

## Teaching and learning

The course will be taught using computer classes, problem classes, skills sessions, supervision while undertaking extensive project and dissertation work as well as lectures. Some elements of supported eLearning will be used to refresh mathematical skills as necessary. Assessment will be via course work, computational exercises, projects and written exams. In addition to the mini-projects present in each module. The BSc also offers classes in developing professional skills and employability.

### Independent learning

When not attending lectures, seminars or other timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, undertaking research in the library, preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for exams. To help with your independent learning, you can access the Library and our social study spaces in halls of residence.

Your contact hours will depend on the option modules you select. You can see details of the contact hours on individual module pages.

### Academic support

Our Centre for Academic Achievement provides help in the following areas:

* study and exam skills

* academic writing

* presentations

* dissertations

* numerical data skills

* referencing sources

Our AccessAbility Centre offers support and practical help for students with dyslexia or other specific learning difficulties, including physical, mental health or mobility difficulties, deafness, or visual impairment.

### Teaching staff

You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course. PhD research students who have undertaken teacher training may also contribute to the teaching of seminars under the supervision of the module leader. Our teaching is informed by the research we do. You can learn more about our staff by visiting our staff profiles .

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Course | Qualification | Duration | UCAS Code | Availability

Course Mathematics and Actuarial Science with Year in Industry | Qualification BSc | Duration 4 years, full-time | UCAS Code GN1H | Availability How to apply

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