23 January 2020
The IFoA is delighted to announce that they will be working with the Southampton Data Science Academy (SDSA) to deliver our certificate in data science.
This new standalone credential, launches in the first quarter of this year, and will offer our members a practical introduction to the concepts, tools and techniques of data science within an actuarial context.
The Certificate will be jointly accredited by the IFoA and the Web Science Institute of the University of Southampton.
The IFoA’s Data Science Certificate is a globally-accessible online programme, which prepares actuaries for work alongside data scientists.
The first intake of IFoA members will begin the programme in April.
Regius Professor Dame Wendy Hall, UK AI Skills Champion and Co-Founder Southampton Data Science Academy, said:
“We’re delighted to be working with the IFoA to develop this Certificate in Data Science.
“Converging world-class data science education with highly numerate professions such as Actuaries is an exciting and essential step towards professionalising data science and AI.”
Clifford Friend, IFoA Director of Engagement and Learning, said:
“I am very pleased that we will be working with the Southampton Data Science Academy to deliver our Certificate in Data Science.
“Our members tell us of their desire for accredited learning in this field so that they can expand their skills into this important area for the future of both actuarial employment and the wider profession.”