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Additional information will be added to this page over the coming weeks to get you started on your university journey.
Start Dates
Students accepting CAO offers
Autumn 2026:
First Year CAO-entry undergraduate courses will begin the Autumn 2026 semester on Monday, 07 September 2026.
Students joining UL via non-CAO routes
All students joining UL via non-CAO routes will also begin the Autumn 2026 semester on Monday, 07 September 2026.
Which faculty is my course in?
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
CAO Courses:
- LM002 BA Arts
- LM019 BSc. Social Science
- LM020 BA Law & Accounting
- LM027 LLB Common and Civil Law
- LM028 BA Criminal Justice
- LM029 LLB Law Plus
- LM030 BA Global Politics
- LM032 LLB Law and Cyber Security
- LM039 BA Journalism and Digital Communication
- LM040 BA European Studies
- LM044 BA Applied Languages
- LM131 BA Irish Music
- LM132 BA Irish Dance
- LM133 BA Contemporary Dance
- LM134 BA Voice
- LM135 BA Music
Non CAO Courses:
- Diploma in Community, Wellness, Empowerment, Leadership & Life Skills
- Certificate in Music & Dance
Kemmy Business School
CAO Courses:
- LM050 Bachelor of Business Studies
- LM056 Bachelor of Arts in International Business
Science & Engineering
CAO Courses:
Science
- LM058 BSc Financial Mathematics
- LM066 BSc Environmental Science
- LM068 BSc Food Science & Health
- LM093 BSc Equine Science
- LM113 BSc Interaction Design
- LM114 BSc Music, Media and Performance Technology
- LM115 BE/ME Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
- LM121 BSc Computer Science (Computer Systems or Computer Games Development or Cyber Security and IT Forensics)
- LM123 BSc Biological and Chemical Science (Bioscience or Environmental Science or Industrial Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical & Industrial Chemistry)
- LM124 BSc Mathematics (Mathematical Sciences or Mathematics & Physics or Economics & Mathematics)
- LM125 BSc Physics (Applied Physics or Mathematics & Physics)
- LM173 BSc/MSc Immersive Software Engineering
- LM174 BSc/MSc Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- LM175 BSc/MSc Immersive Bioscience and Biotherapeutics
- LM180 Certificate in Equine Science
Engineering
- LM063 BSc Technology Management
- LM076 BSc Product Design & Technology
- LM077 BE/ME Aeronautical Engineering
- LM082 BSc Construction Management & Engineering
- LM099 B Arch Architecture
- LM116 BE/ME* Engineering (Biomedical or Civil or Design & Manufacture or Mechanical or Digital Mechatronic Engineering)
- LM118 BE/ME Electronic and Computer Engineering
- LM126 BE/ME Electrical Engineering
* Design and Manufacturing Engineering does not have an associated ME.
Non CAO courses:
- Diploma in Equine Science
Education & Health Sciences
CAO Courses:
- LM038 BA Psychology and Sociology
- LM089 BSc Sport & Exercise Science
- LM090 BSc Physical Education with English, Gaeilge, Geography or Mathematics
- LM091 BA (Ed) Languages
- LM092 BSc (Ed) Biological Science with Physics or Chemistry or Agricultural Science
- LM094 BTech (Ed) Materials & Architectural Technology
- LM095 BTech (Ed) Materials & Engineering Technology
- LM096 BSc (Ed) Physics & Chemistry
- LM097 BSc (Ed) Mathematics & Computer Science
- LM100 BSc Physiotherapy
- LM102 BSc Psychology
- LM103 BSc Paramedic Studies
- LM104 BSc Occupational Therapy
- LM105 BSc Exercise & Health Fitness Management
- LM106 BSc Speech and Language Therapy
- LM150 BSc Nursing (General)
- LM152 BSc Nursing (Mental Health)
- LM154 BSc Nursing (Intellectual Disability)
- LM156 BSc Midwifery
- LM106 BSc Speech and Language Therapy
- LM301 BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Direct Entry)
Non CAO Courses:
- BSc Paramedic Practitioner
- Higher Diploma in Midwifery
What to expect starting in UL
Terms you will hear used in UL
Here in UL there are some terms which you will hear frequently. Below is a brief explanation of some of these terms to help you be prepared if you are offered a place in UL.
Term | Explanation |
Lab | Some but not all courses will have labs. These are practical classes where you can interact with classmates and complete practical work. |
Log a call | This means to submit a query through Student Hub Online (TOPdesk). See details below. |
Modules | Modules are the classes / subjects that you take each semester as part of your course and consist of lectures and labs / tutorials. |
Tutorial | Tutorials are classes which are based on lecture material and which offer you the opportunity to ask questions which you may not have been able to in a lecture setting. |
Student Hub Online (TOPdesk) | Once you have created your UL student account, you can log in to Student Hub Online (TOPdesk) to find useful information or to log a call (submit a query) for support with a member of the Academic Registry team. You can also find information and support from our colleagues in ITD on TOPdesk. |
Student Portal | The Student Portal is where all your information and student record are stored. You can also complete Module Registration (each semester), and update your personal details in the Student Portal. |
Student Record | Your student record contains all of your student information including your grades, transcripts etc. You can view your student record on the Student Portal. |
ULSL | UL Student Life: This is the UL students union. |
Undergraduate | Students completing their first degree course are referred to as undergraduate students / undergrads. |
Weeks | In UL, we talk about our semesters in Week numbers. A typical semester is broken down as follows:
You can visit our timetable website for further breakdown of week numbers and the dates they correspond to. |
Support with your transition to third level education
Student Engagement
A high level of engagement results in a greater student experience. The more engaged you are during your time in UL, the more you will get out of your learning experience and learning environment. This refers to academic life such as lectures, study, and assessments, but also includes extracurricular activities such as membership of Clubs & Societies and voluntary activities.
Watch the UL Student Engagement video.
Transitioning to Third Level
The transition to third level education offers some amazing new experiences and opportunities for personal growth. However, it is also necessary to acknowledge that starting university is a big change for new students' academic, social, and personal lives. Students are likely to face issues in relation to these factors, and everyone will cope with these in a different way. The key is that whatever you feel or experience in these initial weeks it’s completely normal, and part of this experience.
Watch the UL Transition to Third Level video.
UL Student Supports
There is a range of supports and staff dedicated to helping students at the University of Limerick. If you feel like you need more feedback from university teaching staff, reach out and contact them. Don’t be afraid to ask for help & support from relevant sources, and don’t wait for somebody to suggest assistance - it is up to you to seek help.
Watch the UL Student Supports video.
Orientation and Campus Tour information
Orientation and Campus Tour information
- Undergraduate students: You will receive detailed information via email about your orientation in due course.
- Postgraduate students: Please visit the Graduate and Professional Studies (GPS) website for orientation information.
Get set up: Complete your admin tasks!
There are some administrative tasks you will need to complete before you arrive on campus.
You will receive an email from UL advising you when to begin these tasks and you can find instructions below:
