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Study in Limerick

 

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University of Limerick

The University of Limerick has four academic faculties, covering a range of subjects with over 70 undergraduate and 100 postgraduate programmes. There are over 16,500 students at UL, which includes 2,000 international students.

 

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MIC Limerick Campus

Specialising in educational studies and the arts, Mary Immaculate College (MIC) was founded in 1898. The 25-acre campus in Limerick hosts around 5,000 students.

 

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TUS (Limerick Institute of Technology)

TUS offers a variety of courses including accounting, broadcast production, culinary entrepreneurship, quantity surveying and renewable energy engineering. Courses at TUS have a strong industry focus and influence on the module content.

 

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Griffith College Limerick

The Limerick campus of Griffith College offers courses in computing, business, engineering and hospitality, in full-time or part-time programmes. 

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Limerick Student Life

Overlooking the River Shannon, Limerick is a vibrant student city in the west of Ireland. As Ireland’s third largest city, there are plenty of cultural events, bars and local amenities to keep any student entertained. As there are over 20,000 students living in Limerick, there are many opportunities to meet like-minded friends from all over the world.

What is the cost of living in Limerick?

Accommodation prices in Limerick:

The average cost of student accommodation in Limerick per person is €156.80 per week (2023/24)
(Prices are for all purpose-built student accommodation (both private and university-owned) over the last 12 months, as listed on StudentCrowd)

The average price for:

A cheap meal at a restaurant: €16.00
A pint of beer: €5.50
A regular takeout coffee: €3.28
1L of milk: €1.08
A loaf of white bread: €1.28

(Source: Numbeo)

Nights Out in Limerick

 

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Public Transport in Limerick

Limerick’s bus network stretches from the University of Limerick, through the city centre and over the River Shannon towards the Limerick Institute of Technology. For travelling further afield, you can catch the train to Dublin, Waterford or Galway from Colbert Station.

Eating Out in Limerick

 

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Shopping in Limerick

From the Crescent Shopping centre to the Milk Market, Limerick has a range of shopping experiences to offer. The city centre features well-known brands, alongside smaller artisan craft stalls and fresh produce. 

Cultural Guide to Limerick

 

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People's Park

Need a breath of fresh air? The People’s Park, located next to Limerick City Gallery of Art, is full of greenery and diverse plants to enjoy.

 

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The Milk Market

Under a huge canopy, this market is host to local artisans, farmers and foodies. If you are looking for some local cuisine or produce, the Milk Market is the place to be.

 

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Treaty City Brewery

Learn about brewing history in Limerick through a tour of Treaty City Brewery. The tours also include complimentary beer tasting and a look into the beer production process.

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