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.
• 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.

What will I study?

All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.

Core Modules:

• Academic English and Study Skills
• Advanced Mathematics
• Applied Computing for Business
• Economics
• Foundation Computing
• Mathematics for Science and Computing

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.

Where will it take me?

This course leads to the following degrees:

• Actuarial Science-BSc (Hons)
• Data Analytics and Actuarial Science-BSc (Hons)
• Finance and Actuarial Science-BSc (Hons)
• Mathematics and Finance-BSc (Hons)
• Mathematics with Finance and Economics-BSc (Hons)
• Mathematics-BSc (Hons)