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
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Finance Statistics Actuarial Science View 8 other Masters in Statistics in SwitzerlandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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.
Tuition Fee
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International
1100 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 550 EUR per semester during 24 months. -
National
1100 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 550 EUR per semester during 24 months.
- CHF 580 per semester
Living costs for Lausanne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.