Regulations for admission as students of the Faculty and of the Institute
We advise you to read this document before applying for admission. This will tell you the level of qualifications you need.

What do I have to pass to qualify?

To become a Fellow, applicants must have all the relevant examinations or examination module passes, and have completed a learning log showing the acquisition of work-based skills over a three year period.
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Admission closing dates

Students who wish to enter the examinations must have been confirmed as students, having paid their entrance fees and subscriptions at least two weeks prior to the relevant closing dates. To become a student download and complete one of the application forms below.

Students resident in India, New Zealand or South Africa must submit their applications to their local association. Students based in India are recommended to join the Actuarial Society of India before joining the Faculty or Institute.

Help for overseas students

The Faculty and Institute currently have a reduced rate policy for fees and subscriptions to help members and students in countries outside the UK with very low incomes.

• List of countries

Student membership application forms

Details of fees and subscriptions are available in the forms below. Applicants must include payment of their entrance fee and annual student subscription with their application. They will also be required to sign a Form of Obligation. 

• UK, Ireland and Europe students [pdf]
• Overseas students [pdf]
• Overseas students eligible for special overseas rates [pdf]

Further advice

• Admissions - advice on how to complete your form and general enquiries.
  email: admissions@actuaries.org.uk
• Local representatives in overseas countries.
• Exemptions
  It is possible to gain exemptions from certain examinations if you have relevant qualifications.
• Mutual recognition agreements with overseas actuarial organisations [pdf]
  If you have qualified outside the UK your qualification may nevertheless be recognised by the UK Profession.
• Level of mathematics needed
  This page will tell you which mathematical skills you need for each of the Core Technical stage exams.
• The careers team. Our network of careers advisers who have links with universities in the United Kingdom and can provide guidance on careers. For further details email the Careers Team at careers@actuaries.org.uk