University Study in Ireland: University of Limerick

Program Details

Program Eligibility

About University Study in Ireland: University of Limerick

The Republic of Ireland’s third-largest city, Limerick, boasts a Norman castle, elegant Georgian buildings and an active music scene. For performing arts lovers, the University is home to the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance. For sporting enthusiasts Limerick offers a wide range of sports from Gaelic games such as hurling and football to Limericks favorite sport, rugby. It is also home to the National Coaching and Training Centre of Ireland and Ireland’s first 50m Olympic swimming pool.

The University of Limerick is located 5km outside of town, spanning two banks of the River Shannon. Considered one of Ireland’s most beautiful campuses, the University offers innovative academics, state-of-the-art sports facilities, and vibrant campus life. The house or apartment-style campus housing complexes are a great source of student social life.

The University of Limerick is known as a technological powerhouse in Ireland, and works closely with the nearby National Technology Park of Ireland. The university is also well known for science, humanities, business, and social studies. You may choose from the university’s wide variety of courses in almost every discipline, allowing you to create a broad and diverse curriculum, or further study in your major. 

Housing & Meals

Students live on campus with other Irish and international students in apartment-style or shared houses. You will have your own room and share kitchen facilities with your flat- or housemates. Some residences offer private, en-suite bathrooms, but in most you will also share a bathroom with your roommates. There is no meal plan; students generally prepare their own meals in the residence villages or eat at the restaurants on campus. 

Excursions

Extracurricular activities abound at the University of Limerick. The International Office organizes a number of off campus activities each semester. These include a special Thanksgiving dinner in the Fall and organized trips to Dublin and western Ireland tourist attractions. Many of the 60+ clubs and societies organize day and weekend trips. Student residences organize dinners, dances and other activities. Orientation will introduce you to the myriad of opportunities available, as well as facilities and registration procedures.

Learning Outcomes

Students studying at the University of Limerick will:

• augment their cross-cultural understanding through interaction with Irish and international students and community members;
• gain appreciation of the academic culture of the Republic of Ireland and differences between the Irish and US educational systems through direct enrollment;
• gain awareness and appreciation of Irish culture through on-campus accommodation with Irish students, as well as access to a wide range of student organizations and clubs;
• become more self-reliant through immersion in a new culture and separation from familiar structures and surroundings
• become more effective at navigating differences by spending four to ten months of full integration in a foreign academic, cultural, and political climate;
• and experience Irish and international perspectives on academic disciplines through direct enrollment at an Irish host university.

Faculty & Staff

Faculty and staff at the University of Limerick are accessible and supportive. Students work closely with the International Office at Limerick before and during their experience. These advising and support services are designed to help you adjust to a new educational system and integrate into campus life.

The International Office organizes airport pick-up and an orientation for study abroad students upon arrival. You will receive information about campus facilities, clubs and the Irish educational system. 

Program Structure

The University of Limerick operates on a US-style schedule credit system, with two academic semesters in the academic year, which runs from September to May. Assessment is in letter grades and grade point averages is calculated on a 4-point scale. The normal semester course-load is 5 modules (classes/courses), with a minimum of 6 ECTS credits (3 US credits) awarded for each module and 30 ECTS credits (15 US credits) for a semester of study.

The summer program consists of one three-week session, during which you can take one of several courses. All courses are 6 ECTS credits (3 US credits), except the Architecture students, which is 12 ECTS credits (6 US credits) and 6 weeks long.

Coursework

Classes

Handbook

Grade & Credit Conversion Scale

Other academic information, as well as program dates, housing options, special classes, etc., can be found at Limerick's main study abroad page

For more tips on difference in terminology and finding course information, go to Finding Course Information for Host Universities.

Nursing BSN Track

BSN students in their senior year can study at Limerick and fulfill requirements of the BSN.  Nursing students take a specialized 9-credit block of classes at Limerick, replacing NURS 4703, NURS 4704 and NURS  4402, and any two 3-credit elective classes from Limerick’s regular class catalog. These other two classes can fulfill LibEd requirements, minor requirements, etc.

Students apply during their junior year for study Fall semester of senior year.  Good standing in the BSN program is required.  Students should work with their SoN academic adviser well in advance of participation, as early planning is required.  Practicum placements in Limerick are limited, and spaces may be competitive depending on the number of applicants.

Research and Community Engagement

Participate in a research project while making connections with the local community through the UL Practicum course. You will work with a team of students, UL staff, and community members to design and implement your project. In addition to gaining research skills and connecting to the local community, you will also develop other skills such as teamwork, leadership, and working across cultures. If you participate in this UL practicum, you are eligible for the I-UROP scholarship.

To to learn more about the UL Practicum and projects for the upcoming terms, contact your LAC adviser by clicking on the Contact tab. 

Summer Courses

Limerick offers a selection of 3-week, 3-credit summer courses available to international students. For brief course descriptions, and to view which Liberal Education requirements these courses fufill, visit our Summer Courses website.

For more detailed information, visit UL's Summer Schools website.

Major Advising Pages

Student Populations

• Student Athletes
• Honors
• Medicine, Public Health & Health Sciences

Majors

• Animal Science
• College of Science & Engineering (all majors)
• Economics
• Environmental Sciences, Policy & Management
• Kinesiology
• Music
• Nursing
• Sports Management
• Statistical Practice / Science
• Technical Writing & Communication

Global Identity

Dates & Deadlines

Fees for University Study in Ireland: University of Limerick

Summer 2019

Fall 2019

Spring 2020

The Total Program Fee reflects the host university’s international tuition rate converted into US dollars, plus the Learning Abroad Center’s adminstrative fee and required UofM international health insurance. 

Special scholarships are available through the University of Limerick for science, technology, engineering and math majors, as well as dedicated LGBTQ scholarships.

Billing & Payments

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Bridging Loan

Cancellation Policy

Prepare

Submit

Complete

After you submit your application, you will receive an email notification confirming that your application was received.  Submitted applications are assigned an application checklist. 

Standard Track

Upon initial review of your application, the Learning Abroad Center will send you a link to the University of Limerick's online application system. Create an account there, and upload the items requested. These items include but are not limited to:

• Official transcript
• Course selection information
• Digital passport photograph

Nursing Track

Prior to applying to UL, you will need to upload the below materials. Detailed descriptions and instructions for submitting each checklist item are included on the application checklist assigned to you. 

• Application Essay
• Study Abroad Approval from your Academic Adviser
• Practicum Instructor Assessment

All applications to this track will be reviewed together after the April 1st deadline. If you are nominated to the program, the Learning Abroad Center will send you a link to the University of Limerick's online application system. Create an account there, and upload the items requested. These items include but are not limited to:

• Official transcript
• Course selection information
• Digital passport photograph

Affiliate organizations and partner universities will not accept applications from UMTC students without the endorsement of the Learning Abroad Center. Students must participate in affiliate organization and partner university programs through the standard Learning Abroad Center application process.