About the course

The Actuarial Science M.Sc. program offers exposure to a range of advanced actuarial topics and techniques. The program combines training in fundamental statistical methods and their applications in actuarial science, a project in the application or development of actuarial methodology, and the possibility of gaining work experience and course credit through the co-operative education program. The M.Sc. program prepares students for careers as actuaries in industry, government, consulting, and research organizations. In addition, graduates have the foundational training to continue on to Ph.D. studies.

　　Our faculty members in actuarial science produce internationally recognized research. For example, according to the actuarial research ranking system developed by the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, SFU currently is ranked in second place in North America and in third place worldwide in the category of Non-Business School Actuarial Science Rankings for four leading actuarial journals. As a graduate student, you will have the opportunity to be mentored by these talented individuals. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$9,297

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Burnaby
Fall (September), 2025	Burnaby

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Simon Fraser University

A bachelor's degree from Simon Fraser University or its equivalent from a recognized institution. A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0/4.33 (B), or a grade point average of at least 3.33/4.33 (B+) based on the last 60 credits of undergraduate courses. All graduate work is also considered. Individual graduate programs may set a higher admission grade point average.IELTS overall band score of 7.0 of the academic test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section.Paper-based TOEFL -580 and TWE 5,Internet-based TOEFL 93 with minimum of 20 in each category. Bachelor's degree with major in Mathematics, Statistics, or other areas with a strong quantitative background. Bachelor's degree with major or honors in Statistics. Students with degrees in Mathematics or other areas with a strong quantitative background and equivalent training in Statistics at the upper-division undergraduate level will also be considered.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 93.0

　　

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World ranking

　　251st / 1250

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