This professional degree is recognised by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, giving you a head start in your actuarial career. By the end of the programme, you'll be equipped to assess and manage risk using advanced actuarial science techniques. Graduates can pursue roles as analysts or in other careers requiring strong quantitative skills. The course prepares you to become an actuary – a professional who identifies, analyses, and manages long-term financial risks. This skillset is highly valued across the financial services industry. The curriculum includes a wide range of topics such as: Actuarial mathematics Statistics and probability Economics Accounting and finance Survival models and analysis The programme is flexible and suitable for students with or without prior actuarial education. Upon enrolment, academic advisors will help tailor your module choices to best suit your background and career goals. Flexible Study If you prefer, you can apply to study this course as: A part-time master's – study the same course content over 2 or more years A Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) – you'll usually study for around 30 weeks and will not need to write a dissertation Your modules and fees may vary if you choose a different study option.