Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics
Heriot-Watt is an accredited, world-leading centre of teaching and research in actuarial mathematics, financial mathematics, risk management, probability and statistics.
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Where can an Actuarial degree take you?
A Postgraduate degree in Actuarial Science is your perfect step into a number of high paying, sought after fields, Including;
Actuarial Consultant: a role to evaluate, manage and advise companies on financial risks.
Business Analyst: a role where you examine the operations, structure and policies of an organisation
Risk Analyst: a role where you advise companies about the potential risks of new and existing projects
Underwriter: a role where you determine whether or not to accept applications for insurance coverage
Investment Analyst: a role where you work with traders, fund managers and stockbrokers to make investment decisions
Our Actuarial team
Over 30% of our teaching staff are qualified actuaries that have worked for some of the biggest names in the Acturial world, while others are leading mathematicians, financial mathematicians and statisticians, who are nationally and internationally recognised for their research
Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics
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We are accredited by the following organisations
At Heriot-Watt University we develop degrees that are relevant for the world of work. We work with Professional bodies and Institutes to gain appropriate Accreditations and Professional Memberships for your industry. Find out below how this degree aligns to industry.
