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How much study / revision for CT1

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jonnyw

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I'm looking to self study for my CT1 qualification, whilst also studying 4 A-Level modules (to simultaneously bring up my UCAS points, and show potential employers I have some ability at least!). The plan is to take CT1 in September, and the A-Level's in January.

In trying to come up with a studying and revision plan, I was wondering how much study and revision time is required to learn the CT1 content, and then prepare for the exam.

Whilst I know everyone is different, I'd be interested to know how long it has taken (or is taking) others (on a daily or weekly basis).

On a side note, it the entire (pure core) A-Level content a prerequisite (or co-requisite)? Again, I'm just trying to plan the order I need to study things, and the time to put in.
 
Not quite sure where in your career you are. Anyhow, here is the link about eligibility for membership
http://www.actuaries.org.uk/students/pages/how-register-student

You will see they ask for B in maths at A'level if you don't have a degree, but generally speaking, most entrants these days are graduates.

But you can sit CT1 without membership as you know.

I'd say what crops up most is calculus ie integration/differentiation, and summing geometric progressions.

As for hours there are institute recommendations:

http://www.actuaries.org.uk/research-and-resources/documents/suggested-study-hours-and-pattern

basically its 125 - 150 hours spread over the session.

Hope this helps
 
CT1 study

Sounds ambitious jonnyw - I'm sure any employer would be impressed by your organisation effort!

I think Acted suggests 125-150 hours study time for each CT exam, which seems about right to me, depending on your ability level, and speed of reading/learning. Perhaps its a bit on the low side if you want to really prepare thoroughly though, and do all the Q&As, assignments and some past papers, but if you do 150 hours of genuine work, i'd expect to pass.

Its a few years since I did CT1, but I don't think your A-levels will help much to be honest - perhaps someone else could confirm - but I wouldn't worry about pre-requisite knowledge.

Goodluck with it all!
 
Many thanks for the replies.

Thanks for the links too. I was sure I'd read the amount of time required previously, but couldn't for the life of me find it last night! (Unfortunately I don't currently meet the eligibility requirements)

I too think it's ambitious, but hope as mentioned it will hopefully show potential employers that I'm serious (and able).

I know integration and differentiation come up in the A-Level, so may do some A-Level study in advance, and then alongside the CT1 studying.

I'd better get on with it!
 
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