What does SIAS mean in INSTITUTES

The Salzburg Institute of Actuarial Studies (SIAS) is an internationally recognised institution offering postgraduate programmes in actuarial science, insurance and finance. It provides students with a comprehensive understanding of this rapidly changing business environment and how to manage financial risk. There are currently two master’s programs offered – the MSc in Actuarial Science and the MSc in Insurance & Risk Management.

Yes, SIAS offers intakes for its Masters Programmes once per year in September. Application materials must be received by June 1st in order to ensure admission for that fall intake. Applications may also be submitted during the summer months but these will only be processed after the June 1st deadline has passed.

The full-time Masters courses usually take one academic year, or two semesters, to complete, however some students may choose to extend their studies over a longer period if they feel that they need more time. Part-time studies are also available and can typically be completed within two years on average.

Applicants must have a minimum of a good Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from an accredited university or higher education institution in order to apply for admission into one of SIAS' Master's Programmes. Please note that certain courses also require specific subject prerequisites as outlined on our website - https://www.sias-education.org/.

Yes, there is an administrative application fee which must accompany all applications for admission into one of our masters programmes. The fee covers processing time and costs accrued during the admissions process, and is non-refundable regardless of your outcome.

Yes! SIAS is proud to offer scholarships for outstanding applicants who meet our criteria and demonstrate exemplary academic performance prior to entry into their chosen Masters programme at the Institute. Information about these scholarship opportunities can be found here -https://www.sias-education.org/scholarships/.

All classes at SIAS are held onsite with experienced teachers providing lectures both via web conferencing technology as well as face-to-face instruction depending on individual student preferences and class size limits due to safe distancing regulations related COVID-19 pandemic measures.