DC127 · Level 8 · 4 years (2 years common entry, then 2 years)

Common Entry into Actuarial and Financial Mathematics

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

543

Up 12 points since 2023 (531).

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About this course

A maths degree where you spend two years exploring both actuarial and financial maths. Then you choose to specialise in one of them.

How long
4 years (2 years common entry, then 2 years)
What you study
In the first two years you study analysis, calculus, probability, linear algebra, statistics, computing, economics and accounting. After Year 2 you move into either Actuarial or Financial Mathematics. Places on the actuarial route are limited and depend on your results. Financial Maths includes stochastic finance and simulation.
Placement and abroad
An eight-month paid internship in third year, for example with an insurer, an actuarial firm or a bank.
Where it can lead
Careers include actuary, finance professional and data scientist.
Who it suits
Suits students who are strong at maths and want to keep their options open between insurance and finance.

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About Mathematics and statistics

Focuses on mathematical theories and data analysis

This field focuses on problem-solving, data analysis, and quantitative reasoning. Students will learn about various branches of mathematics, such as algebra, calculus, and statistical methods. E.g. Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematical Science, and Financial Mathematics.

Points history

2023531202454520255552026543

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026543Published after the final round
2025 555555567
2024 545545567
2023 531531565

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H3

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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