Science courses
Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
Duration : 1 Years
Intake : September
IELTS : 6.5
TOEFL : 90
PTE : 58
Level : Postgraduate
Tuition & fees : £ 20,000 Per Year
Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh Contact Details
1 Pace Plaza, New York, NY, 10038, USA
Email: intlgradadmission@pace.edu
Phone: +18667223338
About Msc Actuarial Science in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
Our Masters in Actuarial Science is designed as the starting point to a career as an actuary – preparing you for a leading role managing risk in financial institutions worldwide. Many of our staff are qualified actuaries, meaning you’ll be able to benefit from their extensive business knowledge and research expertise.
The course offers hands-on experience solving real-life financial problems through interactive lectures, tutorials and practical coursework. What’s more, our close links to industry means you’ll have the chance of a summer placement within Edinburgh's financial sector.
We have an excellent record of preparing students for successful careers - recent statistics show that around 90% of our postgraduate students were either in full-time employment or further study within 6 months of graduation. Our students consistently rate us highly - the Sunday Times University Guide 2013 named us "UK University of the Year for Student Experience" as well as "Scottish University of the Year" for the second year running.
Academic qualification equivalents
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A bachelor degree with related subject
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 90
- PTE: 58-64
Heriot-Watt University Highlights
| Year of Establishment | 1821 |
| University Type | Public |
| Campus Setting | Suburban |
| Establishment Year | 1966 |
| Endowment | £8.9 million |
| Total Enrolment | 30,000+ |
| Mode of Program | Full time, distance and online |
| Graduate job rate | 80% |
Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
| Expenses | Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
|---|---|
| Hall Fees | £500- £735 |
| Food/Toiletries/Laundry | £175 |
| Social | £140 |
| Mobile Phone | £25 |
| Books and Equipment | May vary |
| Travel | £1.80/per bus ticket |
| Total | £865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.
Know more about Studying in USA
| Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) | BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176 |
| Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA | USD 700 to 1000 Per Month |
| Entrance Exams in USA | TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177 |
| Work and Study in USA | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More |
| Post Study Work Permit in USA | One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course. |
| Cost of Student Visa in USA | USD 160 |
| Student Visa in USA | F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More |
| Intakes in USA | There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More |
| Top Job Sectors in USA | Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance. |
| Economy in USA | GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal |