Jobs are quite widely available Available in most large towns and cities. The life of an actuarial student is dominated by exams and it may be necessary to forego some social life in order to study. The rewards are reaped once qualified. Travel for consultants is frequent, but rare for life officers. Overnight stays occasional for consultants.
Most new actuaries have first or upper second class degrees.
Graduates must have a minimum of Grade B in A-level Mathematics or Grade A at higher in Scotland, or equivalent. A pre-entry postgraduate qualification is desirable Unless first degree is very mathematical. This is sometimes possible Applicants with excellent A-level Mathematics or equivalent may be considered by some employers. Most entrants have a good honours degree. Excellent A-level Maths is needed.