Mathematical, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences, BSc (Hons)

Heriot-Watt University, the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BSc (Hons)	Full-time	4 years	September	GBP 9250	GBP 14200

About Mathematical, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences, BSc (Hons) - at Heriot-Watt University

This degree combines material from the Mathematics and Actuarial Science courses, together with specialist actuarial and statistical skills. It also takes a wide-ranging approach to other areas of advanced mathematics. Year one focuses on core topics in algebra, calculus and statistics, along with an introduction to finance and economics. Year two builds upon this by introducing topics in actuarial science. The third and final years offer a range of options - allowing you to choose a combination which best suits your interests. A good performance in this actuarial science degree could lead to up to seven actuarial professional exemptions.

Student satisfaction

95% of our 2015 graduates reported in the National Student Survey that they were satisfied overall with their Mathematical, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences degree.

Employability

Work and study

This is what our BSc (Hons) Mathematical, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences students are doing six months after graduating:

81% are working
0% are studying
10% are working and studying.

Managerial/professional position

75% of those working are in a professional/managerial position six months after graduating.

Salary

The average salary of students six months after graduating: £21000
The average UK salary of students six months after graduating from a similar course: £23000

Jobs

These are the most common jobs students go into six months after graduating:

Business, research and administrative professionals
Business and public service associate professionals
Elementary occupations
Information technology and telecommunications professionals
Sales occupations

Notes about fees for this course

Status*Scotland / EU**England / Northern Ireland / WalesInternationalFeePaid by SAAS£9,250£14,200

* Your residency 'status' is usually defined as the country where you have been ordinarily resident for the three years before the start of your course. Find out more about tuition fees.

** European Union countries, not including England, Northern Ireland or Wales.

Scholarships and bursaries

Featured scholarships

Bursaries for students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales starting undergraduate degree courses in 2018

In addition to government maintenance loans and grants towards the costs of fees and living costs, we are offering generous financial support to attract and support eligible students from England, Northern Ireland or Wales:

Heriot-Watt University Bursary (up to £3,100 per year)
Heriot-Watt Academic Scholarship (£1,000 per year)

View our full range of undergraduate scholarships.

Entry requirements

Year 1

Highers ABBBB including Mathematics at A
A-Levels ABB including Mathematics at A
Int. Baccalaureate 28 points with Mathematics at Higher Level 5
BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) Level 3 at DDM including sufficient Mathematics

Year 2

Advanced Highers ABB including Mathematics at A plus excellent Highers or Scottish Baccalaureate
A-Levels AAB including Mathematics at A
Int. Baccalaureate 30 points with Mathematics at Higher Level 6
BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) Level 3 at DDD including sufficient Mathematics

Additional information

To find out about the difference between the 3 and 4 year honours programmes, please watch our video to help you decide which route is best for your qualifications and experience so far.
Applications from students studying a relevant HNC/HND or recognised Access Programme who possess a suitable grounding or appropriate qualification in Mathematics would be welcomed.
We also accept the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) at D in place of one A-Level, however it cannot replace a subject specific requirement unless relevant.

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