Global | University of Limerick

Who we are

University of Limerick has been named among the top 500 universities globally, according to the latest edition of the world university rankings.

UL has significantly improved its position in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, climbing more than 100 places to a ranking of 426 overall. UL is now in the top 2% of universities in the world. It is an independent, internationally focused university.

It is a young, energetic and enterprising university with a proud record of innovation in education and excellence in research and scholarship.

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Where we are

Located on the west coast of Ireland along the picturesque River Shannon and enjoys an unspoiled natural environment blended with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities.

On our award-winning campus, students can study in a safe and supportive environment.

This setting blends lush parkland, riverside walkways, and wildlife with modern learning spaces, creating a peaceful yet inspiring environment for students.

Getting to know Limerick, Ireland's student city

What we do

University of Limerick has been voted number one in the world for student experience.

UL offers more than 70 undergraduate programmes and a strong postgraduate offering with more than 100 taught postgraduate programmes to Doctoral and Post-doctoral level.

UL Global at the University of Limerick (UL), assists all international students coming to UL under our Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Study Abroad, Erasmus+, Exchange and Summer School programmes.

Check out our online brochure of degree options