Student supports
The PSU is here to help you. Get in touch or stop by the PSU!
- Academic Assistance
- Emergency Financial Aid
- Childcare Bursary
- Events and Activities
- Competitions and Prizes
UL PhD and Research students will find helpful information in our
I-Grades
‘I-Grade’ stands for ‘Incomplete Grade’. You may want to apply for an I-Grade in circumstances where you might not be able to sit your end-of-semester exams or complete your assessments or placement for one or more modules.
If you apply for and receive an I-Grade, then your exam or assessment will be rescheduled with no grade cap or exam fee applied.
Health and wellness services
Off-campus medical services
- Doctor 365
- Online Doc
- Shannon Doc (out of hours, non-emergency care)
Financial supports
Student Emergency Fund
The PSU provides financial support through two main funds: Student Emergency Fund and the Childcare Bursary:
Student Emergency Fund
For unexpected expenses. Please make an appointment with the PSU to discuss. Email postgradengagement@ul.ie or psu@ul.ie for more details.
Childcare Bursary
Application forms are available from the ULPSU office. Deadlines fall in Week 5 of Semester 1, Semester 2, and the Summer Semester.
Student assistance fund
We also assist with applications for the Student Assistance Fund (SAF). To discuss any support options, you can drop in or book an appointment with our VP Engagement (postgradengagement@ul.ie / psu@ul.ie).
All applications and documents are stored for six years in line with University of Limerick and Irish Revenue record-keeping policies, and in compliance with GDPR. For questions, contact psu@ul.ie.
Applying for the SAF
The SAF is funded by the Irish Government and co-funded by the European Social Fund.
It provides financial support to full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students whose access to education is at risk due to financial difficulties, including ongoing hardship or sudden challenges such as family issues, bereavement, accidents, or health problems.
Eligibility
Open to full-time registered students on programmes of at least one year leading to an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification.
Not eligible
- Students on programmes that do not lead to an undergraduate qualification (e.g., Foundation or Access courses)
- International students
- Non-UL Erasmus students
- Students supported by the Access Office (HEAR or Access to University routes)
Supporting documentation is required for all applications.
SUSI (Student Grant Scheme)
Postgraduate students may receive funding for approved UL courses. Supports include:
- A €3,000 tuition contribution (subject to means testing), or
- Full tuition fees, including mandatory field trips, for students who qualify for the special rate of grant.
Applicants must meet nationality, immigration, and residency criteria.
Tax relief
Tax relief may be available on tuition fees.
