BSc · Natural Sciences
BSc Actuarial Science
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Ashanti
Overview
The BSc Actuarial Science programme at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology applies mathematics, statistics and finance to the measurement and management of risk. It matters in Ghana because insurers, pension schemes, banks and businesses need professionals who can make sound long-term financial decisions.
What you will study
You study probability, statistics, calculus, financial mathematics, economics, accounting, investment analysis, risk theory, insurance and pension mathematics. You also develop skills in data analysis, financial modelling, programming and communicating technical findings to decision-makers.
Career prospects
You can work as an actuarial analyst, risk analyst, pricing analyst, pension analyst, investment analyst or data analyst, while progressing through professional actuarial examinations. Employers and sectors include insurance companies such as Enterprise Group and SIC Insurance, pension trustees, banks, investment firms, consulting companies, regulators and international financial institutions.
Who this programme may suit
You will thrive if you enjoy mathematics, patterns, problem-solving and working carefully with numbers and data. Patience, logical thinking, business awareness and the ability to explain complex results clearly are important.