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There's more than one way to become an actuary and you can choose the route that best suits your situation now and your long term ambitions. Most people start with a maths-based degree at 2:1 or above and begin taking actuarial exams once they have secured a graduate role.

Others choose an actuarial apprenticeship and get started that way.

If you don’t have a background in maths but are interested in an actuarial career, we recommend you take one of our non-member exams to gain an understanding of the level of maths required to become an actuary.

Contact Details

Institute and Faculty of Actuaries

London

7th Floor, Holborn Gate
326-330 High Holborn
London, WC1V 7PP

Main Switchboard: +44 (0)20 7632 2100

Our Values

Member-focused: We put members at the heart of everything we do
Action-oriented: We work hard, we work smart, and we take pride in getting things done, valuing action over perfection
Forward- and outward-looking: We’re always looking to be bold and improve, innovate and take the next step
Team-driven: We work in partnership, advancing together as one IFoA.