Study MSc in Actuarial Science at University College Dublin in Ireland, UCD College of Science

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The MSc Actuarial Science is designed for students from quantitative disciplines who wish to train as an actuary upon completion of the programme. The MSc can help fast track your career as an actuary by supporting you through the initial examinations of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries IFoA, UK and is fully accredited by the IFoA, UK. The programme provides a solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance for future actuarial studies. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a dissertation in a topical area of actuarial science under the supervision of a member of the UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics. The programme is suitable for students with no prior exemptions and for students who wish to add to any exemptions they already have.DURATION:1 YearsNEXT INTAKE:20242025 September

Which department am I in?

UCD College of Science

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

€25,590.00 (US$ 27,425) per year

Estimated Monthly Costs (per student) - Accommodation - €1,708

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Belfield Campus

Belfield, Dublin 4,

Belfield,

Dublin,

D04 V1W8, Leinster, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

This programme is intended for applicants with degree in a quantitative area such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering or economics andor finance. An upper second class honours or international equivalent is required. Degrees in Commerce or Accounting do not generally carry sufficient mathematics and statistics content to make students eligible for the MSc in Actuarial Science.Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.