Overview

This MSc in Actuarial Science from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University covers a series of core modules from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) and Society of Actuaries (SOA).

Students that complete the programme will have a wide range of skills, making them highly employable. Actuaries are greatly valued in the financial and insurance industries, as well as many other fields that demand data analysis and problem-solving capabilities.

Why study actuarial science at XJTLU?

The actuarial and risk management professions are both challenging and highly rewarding. Financially and statistically, trained graduate actuaries are highly in-demand in the financial industry as well as in a wide range of other for-profit and non-profit sectors.

XJTLU's Actuarial Science programme is recognised by various actuarial societies, such as the UK-based Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), and has UCAP-AC accreditation from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) in North America.

There are numerous opportunities to undertake internships and work placements at firms in the insurance and finance industries.

Students will have access to a variety of resources from academic and professional platforms, including the Intelligent Computing and Financial Technology Laboratory (ICFT) and Research Institute of FinTech (RIFT).

Our professional team offers powerful support, with members affiliated to IFoA, SOA, CAS (Casualty Actuarial Society), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and other actuarial societies, offering professional advice and up-to-date industry development.

Careers

Some of our graduates become actuarial trainees and study for professional examinations. Others embark on some of the following lucrative careers:

Investment banking and investment management
Accountancy
Commercial banking
Insurance
Financial analysis
Management
Consulting
Regulation
Computing and programming
Research and teaching.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Actuarial Mathematics

Stochastic Modelling in Actuarial Science

Actuarial Modelling

Life Insurance Mathematics

Statistics and Data Analytics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Mathematics Applied Mathematics Actuarial Science View 33 other Masters in Applied Mathematics in China

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor Degree in mathematics or related field or Industrial experience deemed to be the equivalent to an Honours degree in a mathematics-related discipline. Applicants for this category will have to comply with the University’s procedures for non-standard entry.

Tuition Fee

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International

12586 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18880 USD for the full programme during 18 months.
National

12586 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18880 USD for the full programme during 18 months.

RMB 120,000 for the entire programme.

Living costs for Suzhou

3000 - 5500 CNY /month

Living costs

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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