Limerick
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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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Confetti, great tunes and neon lights, Amber Limerick is one of the newest clubs in the city. Expect a range of local DJs and themed nights around the holidays.
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For a more sophisticated evening, head to Opium for top-class liqueur, fancy seating and dark lighting to spend time with friends on Friday or Saturday nights.
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Stretched out over 3 floors, Angel Lane has 5 bars to choose from. It hosts regular student nights playing club classics and chart hits. It also hosts sports nights showing LIVE hurling matches in afternoons.
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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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If you are craving Thai food, head to this street food restaurant located near the University of Limerick campus. From sweet chilli chicken to a range of curries, Lana is open during lunch and dinner times.
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Located between Limerick and Castleroy, this award-winning cafe is the place to be if you are looking for a healthy and seasonal meal. Great for a tasty lunch in between lectures and workshops!
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On the hunt for the best burgers and fried chicken? Look no further than Coqbull, a restaurant and bar in the centre of Limerick. Expect stacked burgers, steaks, tacos and dirty fries!
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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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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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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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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.