University of Limerick
Dive into the culture of Limerick, Ireland’s 4th largest city, which has a lot to offer. Enjoy the numerous festivals, like the Limerick Jazz Festival or the Richard Harris International Film Festival.
Discover Ireland's history back to 3000 BC at Lough Gur, one of Ireland’s most important archaeological sites or explore the surrounding with the impressing Rock of Cashel, Birr Castle or the beautiful Cliffs of Moher. Established in 1972, the University of Limerick (UL) is very future-oriented and was named University of the Year by Sunday Times Good University Guide in 2015 due to its leading position in graduate employability and rising academic performance. It is located at the shore of River Shannon close to the city centre of Limerick.
Key information
Application information
Student experience
Study in Ireland - Stories and Tips from International Students at Limerick
Virtual Tour of Campus
Video of a virtual tour of the University of Limerick
Program details
Areas of Study:
Our agreement with Limerick is primarily with their College of Humanities (Cultural Studies, History, Irish Studies, Law, Political Science, Sociology), however it may be possible to also take courses from Limerick's Faculties of Science (Chemistry, Environmental Science, Life Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics) and Health Sciences (Physical Education and Sports Science).
Closed Programs:
U of C exchange students do not have access to Business, Equine Science or Journalism courses at Limerick.
Course Information:
Courses at UL are called "modules". A normal course load is 5 modules per semester and students must take a minimum of 4. Students need to take at least 3 modules in the same subject area. One UCalgary Half Course Equivalent = 6 ECTS credits. Module descriptions can be found online in the "Spring 2024 Module Booklet" located on the left-hand downloads column.
More information on courses and credits can be found here.
UL Practicum
Worth 6 ECTS credits, students have the opportunity to participate in a UL Practicum Module with community-based projects. Practicum workshops address topics such as project management, ethics, research methods, measuring impacts and outcomes. Example projects offered in the past include working in areas such as tourism, history and heritage studies, social work in senior care, community association engagement and revitalization, rural youth exercise projects, supporting counselling centre for children/teens, sustainable community garden development, marketing arts and culture, religious studies research and history, non-profit education development, mental health associations, and more.
The academic year is divided into two semesters. The autumn semester runs from early September to late December and the spring semester runs from mid January to mid-May.
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Costs
Exchange students pay their tuition and academic fees to the University of Calgary. Other expenses are paid directly to the service provider.
Living costs are about €5,150 per semester.
Also, remember to include things like visas, insurance, vaccinations etc in your budget planning.
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Funding
Did you know that you can take your UCalgary funding with you on exchange?
Since you remain a degree seeking student at UCalgary while on exchange you remain eligible for any awards and scholarships you are eligible to receive from the university as well as student loans.Our office administers several awards, including the Global Access Fund (based on a funding-first model where students apply prior to committing to a global learning program) and the Global Learning Award (students apply after being accepted to a global learning program; the amount varies year-to-year as the money is split among chosen recipients). Students may only receive these awards once. Please see the funding page, linked below, for more information.
Exchange students can choose to live in one of five Student Villages on campus. Accommodation is in single rooms with shared facilities.
University of Limerick is not providing guaranteed accommodations to students at this time.
This exchange is open to regular, full-time students in any faculty at the University of Calgary, who have completed at least one full year (10 courses) at the post-secondary level, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.9 (B).
Students apply to UCalgary first, then we nominate accepted students who have met the minimum requirements to our partners. Once you have been nominated to Limerick, you will then apply directly to their exchange program. More information on Limerick's application requirements can be found here.
Some of Limerick's program highlights include:
- UL Buddy Programme: all international students matched with UL student
- Integrated living – all international students share housing with Irish and other international students
- New 7 day Orientation programme – focusing on helping students settle and adjust to the their new home
- Clubs and Societies – over 70 dedicated clubs and societies are run and managed by students for students, and are a fantastic way to make new friends, we even have a Tea Appreciation Society!
- UL Engage - working with community groups but for academic credit
- International Student Support Officer - dedicated to improving the International student experience through improved pre-arrival information, enhanced Orientation and encouraged integration.
UL has a smoke-free campus policy - one of the few universities in Europe to have one. Smoking on campus is not permitted.
Have questions?
The advisor for the program is: Sydney Guthrie
How to Apply
Download the application guide
This PDF contains information on how to complete your application and what to do after you have applied.
Identify three programs of interest
We recommend applying for your top three programs for the priority application deadline, as placement may be competitive. We will assess your applications in ranked order.
Check requirements and deadlines
These may vary by program, so check the individual program pages and make sure that you are aware of any different application deadlines or eligibility requirements.
Start your application
Once you have gathered everything you need, you can begin your application!
Please note: Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents are submitted in full.
International travel presents challenges that may not be found when attending classes on campus. There may be a lack of resources, emergency services, hospitals, accessibility issues and/or demands on the physical and the mental self, all of which can challenge individuals when away from their usual support systems and structures. Adequate preparation is essential.
For this reason, it is imperative that you evaluate all aspects of your own physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual condition against the rigors of the particular global learning program you are selecting. If you are unsure of whether or not this program is a good fit for you and/or if you have any circumstances that could impede your enjoyment of the program, please contact us. Our Global Learning Advisors will be happy to assist in finding the best options for you and arrange any supports or accommodations necessary to ensure your success.
If you have or are seeking a certificate from Student Accessibility Services, you should provide this early to your Global Learning Advisor to ensure that the option that you are seeking can support your needs.
Please note: All participants must adhere to COVID-19 and other vaccination-related requirements for the destinations visited on this program. Failure to do so may have consequences such as being denied access to accommodation/housing, program activities, or to the host country itself.