Actuarial Science University of Regina

Overview

The Actuarial Science programme at the University of Regina provides students with the analytical tools required to excel in the global risk management industry. As the only accredited course of its kind in Saskatchewan, it offers a rigorous academic foundation in mathematics, statistics, and financial theory. Students develop the expertise needed to evaluate medical risks, investment trends, and complex legal frameworks.

Why Actuarial Science at the University of Regina?

This programme is one of only eleven in Canada to hold accreditation from the Canadian Institute of Actuaries. Students benefit from a dedicated one-year internship programme, allowing them to gain professional experience with insurance firms and crown corporations before graduation. Additionally, the Math Actuarial-Statistics Student Society provides a supportive community for networking and academic development.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 1143 per credit
• National fee: CAD 568 per credit

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Mathematics of Finance
• Actuarial Mathematics
• Actuarial Models
• Casualty Insurance and Credibility
• Calculus
• Vector Calculus
• Linear Algebra
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics

Careers with Actuarial Science

Graduates from this programme enjoy exceptional employment rates within the actuarial and financial sectors. The skills acquired allow for diverse career paths in both public and private organisations.

Employment opportunities are frequently found in banking, group insurance, pension planning, and enterprise risk management. Many graduates also pursue careers in academia or climate change risk analysis.