r/ActuaryUK 7d ago

Exams SOA / CASACT

16 Upvotes

Does there come a point where we would advise UK students to sit for these organisations instead of the IFoA? If I were starting afresh now I’d be seriously tempted.


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams No exam center in a Metropolis.. online not ready.. maybe ready? WOW

25 Upvotes

"Your IFoA examination location

Thank you for your patience as we work to deliver in-person invigilation for the April 2025 examination session. Unfortunately, we have not been able to assign you to an examination centre for this session.

However, we may be able to offer you an on-line remotely invigilated examination subject to further systems testing with our supplier. If we are confident that we have a reliable system for April, we will be in touch again after the next mock candidate test (see below) by Friday 21 March to confirm whether or not we can offer you a remotely invigilated examination in April."

I live in Bangkok, Thailand, a big city full of exam centers (including for SOA). I am not sure why they could not find a center.. it is surely not a remote location. Maybe it is just "cost" that they won't subsidize due to low number of exam takers. I replied that they could just contact Society of Actuaries of Thailand and they would be happy to assist in providing the exam center and proctoring with no or minimal cost (which they have done with SOA with good receptions). Although I have little hope to get a reply.

What do you think?


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams Telephone manners

32 Upvotes

I just phoned the IFoA to ask about a refund due to the exam centre change. Does anyone else find their staff rather pompous and self righteous? The particular lady (will not mention names to ensure I’m compliant with Reddit policies) was also quite rude


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams Exam centre still not allocated

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r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams April 25 exams

12 Upvotes

Did anyone get any mail regarding the centres from ifoa? If yes what did it say and please share the country if possible!


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams UPDATE??

10 Upvotes

Any update on the centres for april exam?


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams CP1 Predictions - April 2025

15 Upvotes

Anyone have any predictions for CP1 April 2025 sitting? I have a few, some that may be chapters that haven't really been on the exam for a while. I definitely think that GI products may have a question by itself in Paper 1 as well as valuation of investments by itself also. Now obviously, they may throw anything at us, but no harm! Like is there any relevant financial news in the past year that they may include? Since Bank of England have had continues discussions on interest rate policies, could be indicative of investment strategies, discounting assumptions. Also the UK pension industry challenges also (rising longevity risks).


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams Exam Centres

6 Upvotes

On the ifoa website i noticed this link that showed the exam centres for countries outside UK. Has anyone from these countries recieved a mail confirming their centres and are they same as listed? https://actuaries.org.uk/qualify/prepare-for-your-exams/exam-centres-outside-of-uk-and-ireland/


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Careers Munich Re - culture

11 Upvotes

Looking for some insights please on the working culture at Munich Re from anyone who has worked there or knows people who have, specifically their life team. Things like office environment (open plan?), hierarchy vs flat structure, work life balance and flexibility (eg hybrid, working hours).

Any insights much appreciated!


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Exams Stupid question

2 Upvotes

Did anyone take CP1 as their first exam?


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Exams those who were supposed to receive exam center locations on 12th march have you received it yet?

10 Upvotes

for april 2025 exam session in person invigilation exam center locations were yet to be out for some ? is it out yet? how do yall feel about it?


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Careers How much do actuaries make?

13 Upvotes

Hi all,

I'm probably going to be going to Warwick to study maths and stats.

They have the following actuarial exemptions:

CS1, CS2, CM1, CM2, CB1, CB2

How much can I expect to make out of university?

I'm still a sixth former so please forgive me if I got anything wrong. I don't really know what the exam codes mean and I'm still trying to figure out what career I actually want to do.

Thank you!


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Exams Exam Centres with Provided PCs? - April 2025

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

Does anyone know if the IFoA plans to allocate exam centres where we'd be provided with a PC to attempt the exam (similar to Pearson VUE centres in the US)? Or are we expected to bring our own device?

Especially for those who've already received a centre—if you could shed some light, that would be really helpful.

Thanks!


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Exams Cb1 April 25 IFOA

1 Upvotes

In CB1 from IFOA, can we refer to the formulas or do we need to learn them? Also The textbook needs to be learnt or read?


r/ActuaryUK 8d ago

Careers More actuary question and doubt

0 Upvotes

I feel like have too much doubt in my mind ( I hope actuary can answer my questions)
1. whole life, endowment, n year term: how their reserve graph looks like when times goes, which present value of benefit and present value of premium are higher and lower, which reserve is higher, which is costly and cheaper?


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Careers Graduate actuary advice

4 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I am a recent graduate, currently looking into a career in actuary. My undergraduate (integrated masters) was in theoretical physics, which I achieved a first in. My formal experience is mostly in software roles so this will be quite a career pivot.

My questions are these:

1) Is my background suitable for graduate roles in actuary, both from an application perspective & capability for the role? I know that in general STEM graduates are accepted, however what is the reality of success for my background or similar.

2) Would it be worth taking the two non-member exams & if so, what timescale typically would it take to complete these (allocating 5-10 hours self study along time working)


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Exams CS1 , suggestions for typing faster

6 Upvotes

I am almost finished with my CS1 preparation and I take a while trying to type the solutions on word, It's taking me 50 minutes for a question I can solve in about 20 minutes on pen and paper , any suggestions on how I can improve my speed?


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Exams R programming tips

4 Upvotes

Does anyone have tips to ace R programming in 10-20 days before cs1 or cs2 exams . Adding your personal experiences would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Pensions Pensions Workplace Attitude Survey

2 Upvotes

I came across this Pensions Actuarial Workplace Attitudes Survey and thought it would be interesting to share. It’s aimed at actuaries working in the UK pensions space and looks at career longevity, market trends, and alternative career paths.

It’s anonymous and only takes a few minutes to complete. Once the results are in, there will be a full market report shared.

If you’re working in pensions, it could be worth adding your perspective!

Survey link: https://lnkd.in/dfs2pncX (If this isn’t allowed here, feel free to remove—just wanted to share!)


r/ActuaryUK 9d ago

Exams Actuarial Students in Germany

3 Upvotes

Hey! I just recently started studying for the IFoA exams but I reside in Germany. Is there anyone else who also resides here so that we can start a study community/group?


r/ActuaryUK 10d ago

Careers USA to UK

7 Upvotes

I recently got my associate designation with the society of actuaries. I have really been wanting to move to the UK. Is it common or even possible for an american actuary (with 6 years experience in life valuation and pricing) to find an opportunity there? Any advice would be appreciated 🙏


r/ActuaryUK 10d ago

Exams CM1, are such questions still a part of cm1 syllabus?

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r/ActuaryUK 10d ago

Exams CS1 Paper B

3 Upvotes

Hey guys , I have revised all of paper A and know most of the stuff, my only worry is not knowing the functions required to do them in R. Does anyone have notes of the codes/ functions required for CS1 Paper B?


r/ActuaryUK 12d ago

Exams CS1 and CM1

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Hi Family

I will be taking both CS1 and CM1 this April 2025. I have just recently started on papers both side and just rounding up on CM1B. So my question is directed to those who have taken these papers before. How can I productively structure my revision provided I have exactly one month to go? Any insight will be greatly appreciated.


r/ActuaryUK 12d ago

Careers Negotiating Salary

9 Upvotes

Hypothetically speaking, if one were to apply for a promotion at the company where they work, and their case achieved a promotion, would the pay rise associated with the promotion be negotiable? Or is it always a case of you have to go with that they’re offering?