Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science | Wits

APS Required

points

University

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Requirements

English Home Language or First Additional Language Level 7
Mathematics Level 7
Physical Sciences Level 7
Waitlisting
Applicants with 40-41 points and English Level 6, Mathematics Level 7, and Physical Sciences Level 7 may be wait-listed, subject to place availability.

Career Prospects

  • Actuary: Analyse financial risks and develop strategies to minimise them, primarily in insurance, pensions, and healthcare. Actuaries work for insurance companies, consulting firms, and pension funds.
  • Risk Analyst: Assess and manage financial risks by analysing market trends, financial data, and investment opportunities. Risk analysts are employed by banks, asset management firms, and financial institutions.
  • Insurance Underwriter: Evaluate risks associated with insurance policies, determining coverage terms and premium amounts. Underwriters work in insurance companies and financial services firms.
  • Investment Analyst: Provide insights on investment opportunities by analysing economic trends, company performance, and financial markets. Investment analysts work for asset management firms, banks, and investment companies.
  • Data Scientist: Apply mathematical and statistical techniques to analyse large datasets, developing predictive models for business insights. Data scientists work in industries such as finance, technology, and healthcare.

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