Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science Program Offered at Tharaka University

Actuarial Science is the discipline that applies mathematical and statistical methods to assess risk in insurance, finance, and other industries and professions. Actuarial Science professionals apply mathematical, statistical, probabilistic, and financial theories to solve real business problems such as analyzing future financial events, especially where future payments involved have certain ... read more

The aim of the Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science programme is to provide students with the opportunity to develop confidence and skills to apply actuarial science techniques to solve practical problems in the financial sector and society in general. This course is ideal for ... read more

Eligibility for consideration for admission into the degree of Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science at the University be governed by the following minimum admission requirements or an equivalent qualification recognized by Senate:

• KCSE mean grade of C+ and a minimum of B- (minus) in Mathematics and C+ in English OR
• KACE certificate with two principal passes and one subsidiary pass in Mathematics at KCE OR
• A holder of an ordinary diploma in computer studies, Statistics, or Education with Mathematics as a major subject, or equivalent with, a minimum pass at credit level, from an institution recognized by the University Senate.
• Relevant professional qualifications approved by the University Senate.
• Successful Diploma graduates with at least a CREDIT Pass will join in 2nd Year

The student must also satisfy the University's general admission criteria for undergraduate programmes.

Note: These are general minimum entry requirements, however each University that offers the Bachelor os Science in Actuarial Science prgoramme has its own specific entry requirements.

Tharaka University College, a Constituent College of Chuka University, is an institution of higher learning located in Tharaka South Sub-County, in Tharaka Nithi County, Near Gatunga Town. Tharaka University College was initially established as a Campus of Chuka University in September 2015. The Campus was established to give the people ... read more

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