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Actuarial Science (Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance)

Master
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The Actuarial Science track provides you with an excellent grounding for your career as an actuary or risk manager. This track is one of the tracks you can opt for in our Master's in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance.

Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time

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Why study Actuarial Science at the UvA?

Specialise in your field of interest

How?
Choose from 2 specialisation tracks and challenging electives. With our electives, you can tailor the programme to your interests and ambitions.

Challenging Honours programme

What?
Highly motivated students can participate in the Honours programme. This is a great chance to stand out for future employers.

Stepping stone for the AAG title

How?
With the right electives, you can continue with the Postmaster Actuarial Practice Cycle. After completion, you will qualify for membership of the Royal Dutch Actuarial Society.

Top-ranked university

What?
The Amsterdam School of Economics is internationally ranked within the top-50 putting your Master’s degree on a worldwide map with interested employers.

Is Actuarial Science for you?

  1. You want to help organisations predict the financial impact of future developments.
  2. You are interested in classes by leading scholars in the fields of big data science, sustainability of pension systems and behavioural insurance and finance.
  3. You have sufficient background knowledge of mathematics and a solid grasp of statistics. Including some knowledge of econometrics.
  4. You want to learn all about today's techniques, practices and insights.
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Facts & Figures
Degree programme
MSc Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance
Mode
Full-time
Credits
60 ECTS, 12 months
Language of instruction
English
Starts in
September
CROHO code
66411
Location
Roeterseiland campus