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 Actuarial Science
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SchoolUniversity of Calgary - Faculty of Science
LocationCalgary, AB, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 5,000
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*77%
Prerequisites
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Mathematics  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Physics 
Prerequisites NotesRequired courses for admission:

English Language Arts 30-1
Mathematics 30-1
Two of: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Mathematics 31, CTS Computing Science 30 level (5 credits)
An approved course or option

Cost
International: $28,257
Scholarships
DescriptionHow is the premium rate for flood insurance calculated? Can an insurance company cover all of their claims? What is the value of a company’s pension commitments? Actuarial science is concerned with the construction of models and solutions for financial, business, and societal problems involving uncertain future events. During the course of your studies, much of your learning will occur while actively working on problems in class and during tutorials. By exploring the complicated world of financial risk, this degree will equip you with the fundamental and practical tools you’ll need to assess and forecast risk in order to make sound financial decisions.
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