International Foundation in Actuarial Science
Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of of BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science at Cass Business School at City, University of London.
Course features
- Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students. Find out more about our money back guarantee.
- Adapt to studying in the UK thanks to modules designed to equip you with the skills you need for university.
- Guidance with your university applications, so you choose the best degree for you.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 23 September 2019 | 19 June 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£18,900 |
| 6 January 2020 | 4 September 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£18,900 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2019 | 4 September 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£23,330 |
| 29 June 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for this programme option are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 September 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 4 January 2021 | 3 September 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 September 2020 | 3 September 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 28 June 2021 | 17 June 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 23 September 2019 | 19 June 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£18,900 |
| 6 January 2020 | 4 September 2020 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£18,900 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 3 October 2019 | 4 September 2020 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
£23,330 |
| 29 June 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for this programme option are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 September 2020 | 18 June 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 4 January 2021 | 3 September 2021 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 September 2020 | 3 September 2021 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 28 June 2021 | 17 June 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Class hours: |
22-25 hours per week |
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Gain highly-prized financial risk management skills as you study on the longest established Actuarial Science degree in England. Set within its own unique faculty in the world-renowned Cass Business School, you’ll gain the knowledge necessary to embark on a career as an actuary or in a related field.
If you enjoy maths, statistics or probability, this course is ideal for you. You’ll tackle everything from stochastic models and financial reports, to calculus and linear algebra.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2019/20 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal. Entry to all City, University of London honours degrees is highly competitive, so the purpose of the assessment process is to help you improve and build on your success. Marks from the International Foundation programme do not count towards a final degree, but help the University determine whether you meet key criteria for progression.
You will receive support from your tutor throughout your course and be assessed by a combination of:
exams at the end of each term coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.