Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology – FST
Department: Mathematics and Statistics – DMAS
Level: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSc) – BSc
Description:
Actuarial Science applies mathematical skills to a range of applied subjects and helps to solve important problems for insurance, government, commerce, industry and academic researchers. Graduates may go on to work in the areas of insurance (life and general) as well as banking, finance and statistics. This programme includes courses on the Mathematics of Finance, Probability Theory, Financial Management, Life Contingencies, and Abstract Algebra among others.
CSEC Minimum passes: 5
CSEC Mandatory: English Language, Mathematics
CAPE Minimum passes: 2
CAPE Mandatory: Pure Mathematics
Career Opportunities: Actuarial Science; Business; Finance; Education; Engineering; Statistics; Insurance; Government; Industry; Academia