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University of Limerick

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Limerick, Ireland
401–500th in World University Rankings 2024
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About

Basic information and contact details for the University of Limerick

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University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarship. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Stay Curious

Renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading edge research, we are the academic home to more than 18,200 students. UL has an exemplary record in attracting world-leading researchers with success in national and EU programmes. We encourage all to stay curious throughout their studies , as curiosity leads to impact and global change.

Tackling global challenges

We are committed to creating and implementing a holistic approach to sustainable development, in partnership with the communities we serve, locally and regionally and through our national and international alliances. Our aim is to enable our students, graduates and staff to be ‘active citizens’ who contribute to the well-being and future of our planet.

Network of Excellence

·       We have a truly international reach through our network of over 4,011 research collaborations across 130 countries and an Alumni of 120,000 worldwide.

·       20% of the University student body are international students from 100+ countries and 30% of the student population take part in international placements.

Awards and Accolades

  • QS World Rankings Top 500 and 5 Star Status.
  • Times Higher Education Impact Rankings Top 100.
  • GreenMetric 23rd in the world.
  • QS Graduate Employability Rankings Top 200
  • Top 75 Universities in Europe for Excellence in Teaching and Learning 
  • The Education Awards – 1st for Excellence, 1st Best Student Campus, 1st Student Engagement & Communications

THE IMPACT RANKINGS

University of Limerick # 86

  • SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth ranked joint 31st. Top ranking Irish university.
  • SDG 10: Reduced inequalities ranked 25th.  
  • SDG17: Partnership for the Goals ranked 45th. Top ranked university in Ireland.

TRIPLE CROWN  

  • The Kemmy Business School at University of Limerick is Triple Crown accredited and among the top 1% in the world with accreditation awards from the prestigious EFMD Global quality system (EQUIS) which includes the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA).
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Rankings

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Key Statistics

A breakdown of the key statistics at the University of Limerick

  • gender ratio
    Student gender ratio
    50 F : 50 M (1)
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    International student percentage
    15% (1)
  • student per staff
    Students per staff
    27.1 (1)
  • student
    Student total
    14640 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2024

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Subjects Taught at the University of Limerick

See below for a range of subjects taught at the University of Limerick

Social Sciences251–300th

  • Sociology
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Communication and Media Studies

Psychology176–200th

  • Psychology

Physical Sciences401–500th

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics

Life Sciences301–400th

  • Sport Science
  • Biological Sciences

Engineering301–400th

  • General Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Education101–125th

  • Education

Computer Science501–600th

  • Computer Science

Clinical and Health401–500th

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Arts and Humanities301–400th

  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • Architecture

Business and Economics401–500th

  • Economics and Econometrics
  • Business and Management
  • Accounting and Finance