I am interested in applying for your actuarial graduate programme
but I am not studying for a degree in Mathematics. Will you consider my application?
We will consider applications from candidates studying a wide
range of disciplines providing you have gained a grade A at A-Level Mathematics (or equivalent).
I graduated from university last year and took a gap year, will you
consider my application for the graduate programme this year?
Yes, we are happy to consider applications from graduates who
have taken a gap year.
When do you start recruiting for your graduate programme?
We review applications from the start of September for the graduate
programme commencing the following September. We will start reviewing applications in September
2008 for our September 2009 graduate intake.
When is the deadline for applications for the 2009 graduate programme?
The deadline for the 2009 intake is Monday 24th November 2008. We may consider
applications received after this date but to avoid disappointment we would encourage early applications.
How will you keep me informed on the progress of my application?
We will write to you initially to confirm that we have
received your application. We will then write to you to confirm whether your
application has been successful. If you have been successful at the application
stage, we will contact you to invite you to attend an assessment day.
When will your assessment days take place if my application is successful?
In 2008, we will be holding assessment days in November and December.
Will you provide me with feedback on my performance at the assessment day?
Yes, we will be happy to provide you with feedback on request.
When does your graduate programme start?
Generally our graduate programme commences in mid September.
Where can I find more information about actuarial exams and
whether I am eligible for exemptions?
Further details can be found on the Institute and Faculty
of Actuaries website: www.actuaries.org.uk.
If you join us as a graduate we will provide full details about studying for the
actuarial exams including our study leave package and financial support for study
materials and tuition. You will also be allocated a study mentor to help support
you through your studying and the process of applying for exemptions.