University of Limerick, Limerick

The University of Limerick (UL) is a leading independent university known for its strong research focus and lively academic environment. With over 18,000 students, including 3,300 from abroad, UL offers a broad range of programs from undergraduate to graduate levels in various disciplines including Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences; Education, Health Sciences; Science, Engineering; and Business through the Kemmy Business School.

UL is well-known for its robust industry partnerships and is adept at applying academic research to real-world problems. It also runs the largest Erasmus+ program in Ireland, showcasing its strong European and international presence. Furthermore, UL is known as Ireland's most favored university with a student satisfaction rate of 85%.

A key feature of UL is its Cooperative Education program, one of the EU's largest, which places over 2,000 students in paid or semi-paid work placements globally each year. Impressively, 30% of these placements are international, greatly improving the job prospects for UL graduates, who have a 15% higher employment rate than the national average.

UL is also a leader in digital education, offering various online courses that align with industry needs. The university's commitment to innovation is highlighted by facilities like the Nexus Innovation Centre, which aids new businesses and job creation.

Sustainability is a core value at UL, which was the first in Ireland to adopt a Sustainability Framework to tackle global issues proactively. The campus is renowned as ‘Ireland's Sporting Campus’ and includes top facilities like Ireland's first altitude training center, an Olympic-sized pool, and the largest artificial grass complex in Europe.

The UL campus is also celebrated for its peaceful and beautiful surroundings, enhanced by lush greenery, the River Shannon, and dynamic seasonal changes.