Master in Actuarial Science Msc

Tuition is International: £26,500 (£6,000 discount, see T&Cs link below), while applications for the Sep 2027 intake close on Aug 31, 2027.

Hone your quantitative expertise inside the FinTrU Trading Room, where 26 Bloomberg terminals simulate the high-stakes environments of London and New York financial hubs. This programme is designed for ambitious graduates from mathematics, statistics, finance, or other highly quantitative disciplines who are ready to pivot into a high-impact actuarial career.

Delivered by the prestigious Queen’s Business School at Queen’s University Belfast, this conversion-focused MSc bridges the gap between academic theory and the practical realities of the insurance, pensions, and consultancy sectors. You will learn from a faculty that includes five fully qualified Fellows of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), ensuring your training is grounded in current industry standards.

Professional Integration

• IFoA Exemptions: Gain up to six exemptions from professional exams (CM1-2, CB1-2, and CS1-2), providing a significant head start toward full qualification.
• Industry Connectivity: Participate in an annual London 'City Tour' to meet leading employers and benefit from guest lectures by active industry practitioners.
• Real-World Application: Manage a £70,000 real-money investment portfolio through the Queen’s Student Managed Fund and master professional-grade software including Python, R, and SQL via DataCamp.

The curriculum is structured to build commercial awareness alongside technical rigor, supported by the 'Future-Ready Skills for Leaders' programme. Whether you are modeling complex financial risks or presenting strategic solutions in small-group seminars, you will be prepared to contribute immediately to the global actuarial profession.

Queen's University Belfast is a historic and research-led university located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Founded as Queen's College Belfast in 1845 and established as an independent university in 1908, Queen's combines a long heritage with modern ambitions. The campus sits within a designated conservation area and serves a diverse community of around 24,915 students, including roughly 3,500 international students, creating a lively and inclusive environment for study and social life.

Academically, Queen's is a Russell Group member with strong disciplinary strengths and a clear focus on employability. The university hosts four flagship Global Research Institutes addressing Global Peace, Security and Justice; Cyber Security; Health Sciences; and Food Safety, offering students opportunities to engage with impactful research. Career-facing initiatives such as Degree Plus and targeted employer workshops enhance internships, placements and graduate prospects, while sustained investment in campus infrastructure has delivered new teaching facilities, a student centre and a cutting-edge clinical simulation centre for health-related programmes.

For international students, Belfast offers an affordable and welcoming city experience with rich cultural life and efficient transport links across the UK and Ireland. University support services help with arrival, visas and accommodation, and a variety of clubs, societies and volunteering options make it easy to build networks and gain practical experience. Queen's is a strong choice for students seeking rigorous teaching, active research opportunities and clear pathways into careers in the UK and beyond.