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International Division Niamh Kavanagh International Recruitment Officer Why Ireland

• Most popular destination for international student experience.

• High Quality Education System

• Part-time Work Available during academic year up to 20 hours per week –

• 2 Year post study Work Visa

• English Speaking across whole Ireland

• Multi Cultured, family oriented, safe environment Limerick City

The opportunity to study in another country is an once-in-a-lifetime experience, during which your students will grow and develop personally. Very few places in Europe can offer such a rich array of experiences and such wealth of culture as Limerick. Limerick is a city on the rise, it is a safe and friendly city where you can enjoy all of the benefits of city life. Limerick offers the perfect mix of ‘affordability without compromise’. With a lower cost of living compared to larger Irish cities and their U.K. counterparts, you can afford to live life to the full in a city that is richly served by wonderful amenities and infrastructure #afriendlywelcome Facts TOPICabout Limerick TITLE 3

• Limerick is Irelands third largest city, with a population of over 100,000 • Almost 50% of it’s population is under the age of 35, 25,000 of which are students • Limerick is the prime destination to travel Ireland from • 20 minutes from Shannon International Airport • 1 hour from Galway City • 2 hours from Dublin City (€10 on a bus) • 1 hour from Cork City • 1 hour from the Wild West of Ireland (Great Beaches) #independent

The Sunday Times University of the Year 2019

This award reflects the commitment to graduate employability, UL`s dedication to the student experience, industry-relevant programmes, award-winning research, stunning campus and UL`s deep commitment to community engagement.

UL`s partnerships with world-leading universities like University London, Delft University of Technology and University of São Paulo have added immensely to UL`s research and postgraduate programmes. AwardsTOPIC & Achievements TITLE 3 * No.1 Globally for * UL Ranked World No.2 for Social International Student Activities Happiness (Clubs & Societies) *No.1 in Ireland for Sports Facilities

* Best Library in Ireland * Best 97% of the University`s International Graduates are employed or Office in Ireland & in further studies UK * Ranked 35th Globally In the Times Higher * Best Education Accommodation ** Top 3% of Quality and Universities Access in in the World *International **QS World Ireland Student Barometer University 2019 Ranking 97% Graduate Employment

Limerick has a proud history as an industrial hub and has experienced an economic revival in recent times, with new thriving sectors and increased economic diversity.

The city also has a host of multinational companies on its doorstep, providing the opportunity for graduates to get invaluable work experience during their studies, plus the opportunity to work and live in Ireland after they have qualified. Studying at UL Undergraduate Programmes • 4 years in duration • 6-8 months work placement in area of study • 1 semester/ full year Erasmus/ Exchange placement • Multi-disciplinary • Large lectures/ smaller group tutorials • Individual and group projects • Long links with industry • Scholarships available in four Faculties Band 3 SAT 1250 (600 minimum in either Band 4 – SAT 1350 – ACT 28 GPA 3.3 – 86% Band 1 – SAT 1090 – ACT 22 (GPA 3.0 – 80% Band 2 SAT 1190 – ACT 24 (GPA 3.0 – 80% Maths/ English depending on programme) – Average (600 minimum in both Maths and Average) Average) ACT 25 (GPA 3.3 – 86% Average) English) (1 AP subject with a Grade 3 or Studying at UL better)

BA in European Studies Bachelor in BA in Performing Arts (audition/ interview Business Studies BA in Journalism and New Media BA in International Business required) BA in Laws (Law Plus) BSc in Aeronautical Engineering BSc in Psychology BA in Arts (Common Entry) BA in Law and Accounting BSc in Chemical and Biochemical BA in Psychology and Sociology Engineering BA in Applied Languages BSc in Physiotherapy BSc in Electronic and Computer BA in Criminal Justice Engineering

BSc in Equine Science (requires an AP BSc in Mathematics (Common Entry) examination in any Science Subject) BSc in Engineering (Common Entry) BSc in Product Design and Technology BSc in Biological and Chemical Sciences BSc in Sport and Exercise Science (Common Entry)

BSc in Paramedic Studies (equivalent of a BSc in Food Science and Health C1 driver license required) BSc in Physics (Common Entry) BSc in Construction Management and Engineering BSc in Financial Mathematics

Bachelor in Architecture (portfolio BS in Technology Management required)

BSc in Creative Media & Interaction Design (Common Entry)

BSc in Computer Science (Common Entry) Studying at UL Postgraduate Programmes

• 1 or 2 years in duration • International field trips with in certain programmes • Large lectures/ smaller group tutorials • Individual and group projects • Long links with industry – • Programmes structured to meet industry demands & international best practice. • Scholarships available from all Faculties. • Science and Engineering – up to €4,000 • Kemmy Business School – €1,500 • AHSS (Arts, Humanities) - €1,500/ €2,000 • PG Scholarship for international students who complete UG/PG at UL. #future Studying at UL

Undergraduate Entry Requirements Postgraduate Entry – UL accepts High School Diploma Requirements with SAT or ACT.

(Application available online or through the Common App) 4-6 Year Bachelor Degree in a relevant discipline from a • Band 1 – SAT 1090 ACT 22 GPA 3.0 recognised University with a • Band 2 – SAT 1190 ACT 24 GPA 3.0 CGPA of 3.o/4.0 or above. • Band 3 – SAT 1250 or ACT 25 GPA 3.3 (Application available online) • Band 4 – SAT 1350 or ACT 28 GPA 3.3

Please refer to UL International Website for Band breakdown

UL Facilities & Accommodation Tuition & Living Costs • 8 Campus villages (3,000 private rooms) • UG Tuition AHSS & BUS $13,500 (everything provided except food) • UG Tuition S&E $17,800 • UL Sports and Clubs (over 80 different clubs and societies to join) (Ireland Sporting • *Accommodation $5,500 Campus)

• Full Student Supports (Nurse, Doctor, • *Other Expenses $6,400 Counsellors, Disabilities office, International Support Officer and special events organised • *Total for AHSS or BUS $26,000 for international students) • *Total for S&E $30,000 • 7 week specialised Orientation *Please note these are total estimate cost Financial Aid (FAFSA)

You can receive Financial Aid at the . After you have received an offer letter from UL, you will receive information on how to apply for your FAFSA loans

• OPED ID Number 03084300 • (UL School Code Number) • Family Federal Educational Loan Program • Stafford/ PLUS Loans • DUNS Number 988068763 • FAFSA Code G30843 Why Choose UL #succeed

So what are you waiting for Choose UL ul.ie/international

Questions & Thank you

Niamh Kavanagh International Recruitment Officer [email protected] +353861448909

International Education Division ULInternational /ULInternational University of Limerick, Limerick Ireland, V94 T9PX /internationalul /InternationalUL

T: +353 (0) 61 213 153 /InternationalEducation Division /InternationalUL

E: [email protected] /InternationalUL www.studyireland.ie