M.Sc./Diploma in Actuarial Science

Department of Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I choose Heriot-Watt?

• The MSc/Diploma in Actuarial Science will get your career as an actuary off to a flying start.
• The course can lead to exemption from all of subjects 101 to 109 of the Institute of Actuaries and of the Faculty of Actuaries.
• The University has one of the finest campuses in the United Kingdom:
  • a beautiful parkland setting;
  • a peaceful environment free from the noise and pollution of a city centre;
  • shops, restaurants and a bank;
  • a very well equipped sports centre.
• The university can guarantee you a place in one of the modern residences, just minutes walk from the department.
• The full-time staff of the department includes 6 fellows of the Faculty of Actuaries or of the Institute of Actuaries. The actuaries are:
  • active in many areas of research, both theoretical and practical;
  • active within the UK profession through participation in working parties, examination and education.
• The department has a reputation as being one of the leading international centres of research in Actuarial Science in the world.
• MSc/Diploma students have a special, recently-refurbished lecture room which is exclusively for their own use. This encourages a happy, group atmosphere amongst the students.
• The small class size means that all students can get plenty of individual attention from the friendly and approachable staff.