About Us
Innovative, Inclusive, and Student‑Centred Nursing & Midwifery Education
The School of Nursing and Midwifery was established at the University in 2003 and is part of the Faculty of Education and Health Sciences (EHS). We are situated in the state-of-the-art Health Sciences Building, on the North bank Campus of the University of Limerick. We offer a wide range of study opportunities that emphasise a flexible and lifelong approach to learning. We are committed to facilitating students’ personal and professional development within a supportive, respectful and flexible environment. We value, respect, and attend to the aesthetic of learning, teaching, and the educational environment. We strive to demonstrate the qualities of openness, balance, rigorous scholarship, research, and respect for diversity and creativity.
Through innovative approaches to teaching and learning, we provide our students with the very best opportunities and supports to pursue their studies in order to become safe, effective, skilled, and knowledgeable professional practitioners. We strongly support the principle of equal access and encourage all students and staff to achieve their full potential within an open, liberal and facilitative environment. With staff from a range of professional and disciplinary backgrounds, the School of Nursing and Midwifery provides a rich environment for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The University offers a wide variety of student resources, including world-class library facilities and a range of student supports.
It is my privilege to welcome you to the School of Nursing and Midwifery at University of Limerick, a dynamic and innovative community committed to shaping the future of healthcare. Nursing and midwifery are professions built on compassion, knowledge, and leadership, and our mission is to prepare nurses and midwives who are not only clinically skilled and competent, but also research-informed and globally connected.
At our School, we pride ourselves on combining academic excellence with practical experience. Our programmes in three key nursing disciplines; general, intellectual disability and mental health and our programmes in midwifery are designed to equip students with the knowledge, clinical expertise, critical thinking, and research skills needed to meet the evolving demands of healthcare. Through state-of-the-art facilities, clinical skills and simulation laboratories, interprofessional learning opportunities, and strong partnerships with healthcare providers, we ensure that our graduates are ready to lead with confidence and competence.
We are equally committed to advancing research and innovation. Our faculty are engaged in impactful studies that influence policy and practice, improve health outcomes, and enhance education. Students have opportunities to participate in research projects, publish findings and contribute to initiatives that make a real difference locally and globally.
Global engagement is a cornerstone of our approach. We are proud to be part of international networks and partnerships that promote knowledge exchange and cultural competence. Our collaborations with leading institutions and professional organisations worldwide ensure that our graduates are prepared for the challenges of a rapidly evolving global healthcare landscape.
I invite you to explore our programmes, research opportunities, and global partnerships. Whether you are starting your journey in nursing or midwifery or advancing your career through postgraduate study or research, you will find a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment here. We foster an environment where students, educators, service partners and researchers work together to achieve excellence and drive positive change in healthcare. Together, we will lead innovation in education, research, and practice.
Welcome to the School of Nursing and Midwifery. We look forward to working with you as you embark on an exciting and rewarding path.
Best regards,
Liz
