IFoA accreditation provides independent recognition that a university programme, or specific modules within a programme, meet the standards expected by the actuarial profession. It demonstrates that programme content and assessment are broadly comparable to the IFoA curriculum and supports students on their journey towards becoming qualified actuaries.
We have agreements with universities across the globe, enabling graduates to be exempt from some of our subjects.
Accreditation for individual modules that meet the requirements of specific IFoA subjects.
Accreditation for established programmes that demonstrate broader alignment with the IFoA curriculum and quality standards. Eligible departments may also be awarded Accredited Centre Status.
IFoA accreditation is recognised internationally as a mark of quality and academic excellence.
Benefits include:
Students on accredited programmes may also be eligible to apply for exemptions from selected IFoA examinations, subject to meeting the required standards.
Find out more about Route A exemptions and find a list of universities that we currently have IFoA examination exemption agreements with:
University courses with exemptions (Route A)
The accreditation process is straightforward:
The IFoA can accredit bachelor's degrees, postgraduate diplomas and master's degrees in subjects such as:
To discuss accreditation for your programmes and to receive a copy of our detailed accreditation guidelines, please contact us quality@actuaries.org.uk.
Alternatively, please: