BSc Actuarial Science
London School of Economics and Political Science
About this course
BSc in Actuarial Science, a mathematics and statistics degree focused on financial and probabilistic methods. Core topics include Statistics and Mathematical Modelling. Students can earn professional examination exemptions through the curriculum. The first year introduces foundational principles through compulsory modules such as Elementary Statistical Theory, Mathematical Methods, Microeconomics I, and Macroeconomics I. The second year progresses to advanced methods with Probability and Distribution Theory, Statistical Inference, Further Mathematical Methods (Calculus), and Mathematics for Finance and Investment. The final year covers specialised topics including Stochastic Processes and Actuarial Mathematics (Life), alongside extensive options to the value of three units.
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Entry requirements
A-levels: A*AA, with an A* in Mathematics IB Diploma: 39 points overall, including 766 in higher level subjects, with 7 in "Mathematics: analysis and approaches"
What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started
- Continued on course: 98%
- Left higher education: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 30%
Most common jobs
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 55%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Finance Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 70%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 96%
- No formal qualifications: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
- Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Elementary Statistical Theory
- Mathematical Methods
- Microeconomics I
- Macroeconomics I
- The LSE Course
- Options to the value of one unit
- Probability and Distribution Theory
- Statistical Inference
- Further Mathematical Methods (Calculus)
- Further Mathematical Methods (Linear Algebra)
- Mathematics for Finance and Investment
- Survival Models
- Options to the value of one unit
- Stochastic Processes
- Actuarial Mathematics (Life)
- Options to the value of three units
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science earn?
The median salary is £40,000 after 15 months, £41,500 after 3 years, £57,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £45,000 and £75,500. The £57,000 median after five years is £17,500 more than the UK median for Mathematics.
What do graduates of BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 39 points in the IB. The average entrant had 172 UCAS points.
Is BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route. Accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Does BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Actuarial Science at London School of Economics and Political Science?
98% of students continued into their second year, and 2% left higher education.