Specialise with a Master's degree

With your Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, you are guaranteed admission to the Master's programme in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance at the UvA. This follow-on Master’s programme aligns seamlessly with your Bachelor’s programme in Actuarial Science. The specialised knowledge and experience gained in your Master’s are assets in the job market that help you climb the career ladder. If you want to become a fully qualified recognised actuary, you can also follow the advanced post-Master’s programme at the UvA which leads to professional accreditation by the Actuarial Society of the Netherlands.

Did you take a minor in a specific discipline during your Bachelor's? If so, you may be eligible for admission to the Master's programmes relating to that discipline. For some of these, certain admission requirements apply.

*After obtaining a Master's degree in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Finance. Source: SEO Benchmark Rapport 2022.

Where do our graduates work?

As an actuary, you can work for a variety of employers, and perform various different tasks:

• insurance companies: compute premiums and reserves, develop and verify models, manage funds, ensure compliance with regulations.
• banks and pension funds: invest funds optimally to balance profits and risks, develop protections against financial shocks. 
• consultancies: help companies manage their assets and liabilities, design pension and benefit plans, use data to optimise operations.
• the Dutch Central Bank: make sure banks and financial institutions comply with regulatory laws, make sure those laws stay relevant and up-to-date in the face of new developments.
• other financial institutions and organisations: think of investment funds, credit unions and specialized lenders.
• government bodies: help them manage assets and liabilities, optimise their performance.
• Industry: manage risks and optimise operations for companies in various sectors, from transportation, manufacturing and agriculture to healthcare, hospitality and retail. 

Not only will you earn an excellent salary, there is also a good chance you will be offered a permanent contract and an attractive benefits package.

Professional development and career preparation during your Bachelor’s

The Economics and Business Career Centre (EBCC) offers advice and support for your professional development. From the first year of your Bachelor’s, you can reach out to the EBCC for:

• personal advice on your study and career choices (e.g. added value of a Master’s);
• developing professional skills and gaining practical experience (internship, study-related secondary job);
• preparing for the Dutch labour market.

Your skills and experiences are essential in today’s rapidly changing job market. With the EBCC's support, you will be ready to start your career with confidence after graduation.

The EBCC and the study associations often organise career events. Here you can expand your network with professional contacts and learn about the latest developments in the field.

Internship and exchange

During or after your studies you have the possibility to do an internship or go on an exchange abroad. For international students an internship is an excellent opportunity to experience the Dutch labour market.