Overview

Most of the subjects taught involve applied mathematics, the actuary’s most important working tool. Good knowledge of management, finance, economics and information technology is also necessary to ensure an adequate level of professional expertise.

This Master of Science (MSc) in Actuarial Science from University of Lausanne fulfills the requirements of the syllabus of the Swiss Association of Actuaries and prepares students to some exams of the Society of Actuaries.

University studies develop, in addition to specific academic skills, many transversal skills such as : oral and written communication, critical, analytical and summarising faculties, abilities in research, the learning and transmission of knowledge, independence and the ability to take decisions.

This panoply of skills, combined with specialist knowledge acquired in the course of studies, is an excellent preparation for a wide range of employment opportunities in financial sectors.

The following career prospects may be cited as examples :

Insurance companies
Banks
Consultants
Pension funds
Control authorities
Social security systems

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Risk theory

Stochastic processes

Compound interest mathematics

Credibility

Financial mathematics

Actuarial modeling for insurance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-28 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lausanne, Switzerland

Disciplines

Actuarial Science View 5 other Masters in Actuarial Science in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from a Swiss university in Economics, Management, Finance, Information Systems or Mathematics.

Another degree or university qualification in the same field of study may be deemed equivalent and give access to the Master’s program, with or without conditions.
English. Recommended level : C1.

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Tuition Fee

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International

1160 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 580 CHF per semester during 24 months.
National

1160 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 580 CHF per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Lausanne

1609 - 1979 CHF /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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