Further suggested reading for the specialist applications (SA) exams

The following list is of suggested reading for each of the specialist applications subjects.

Students may find it useful to consult additional material to obtain a different viewpoint when studying a particular topic. However, students are not expected to have read all of the items on the list for their chosen subject. Learning portals have been set up for all SA subjects, containing links to much of the suggested reading material. To access the portals, follow the links below.

All books are available to borrow from the libraries. Members can request items by email from libraries@actuaries.org.uk or order direct via the online library catalogue.

To download papers from the British Actuarial Journal first login as a member. 

Subject SA1 - Health and care. Specialist applications

  • The financial press and weekend supplements
  • The trade press, particularly those which specialise in health and care
  • The bulletins and other publications from reinsurers
  • Papers from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries
  • Bulletins from the Continuous Mortality Investigation
  • Presentations made at recent annual Faculty and Institute Healthcare Conferences
  • Other recommended references on the Health and Care pages 

Subject SA2 - Life insurance. Specialist applications

SA2 learning portal

Subject SA3 - General insurance. Specialist applications

SA3 learning portal 

Subject SA4 - Pensions and other benefits. Specialist applications

SA4 learning portal 

Subject SA5 - Finance. Specialist applications

SA5 learning portal 

Subject SA6 - Investment. Specialist applications

SA6 learning portal