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Limerick, Ireland
501–600th in World University Rankings 2026
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About 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 4,013 research collaborations across 130 countries and an Alumni of 120,000 worldwide.

Twenty percent 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

Silver Athena Swan Institution Award

QS World Rankings: Top 500 and 5-Star Status.

Times Higher Education World University Rankings: 501-600.

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings: 76.

Times Higher Education World University Rankings – Young: 72nd place.

GreenMetric: 22nd 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 # 61

  • SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth ranked 49. Top ranked university in Ireland.
  • SDG10: Reduced Inequalities ranked 21. Top ranked university in Ireland.
  • SDG11: Sustainable Cities and Communities ranked 23. 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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Key Student Statistics

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Student gender ratio
52 F : 48 M (1)
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International student percentage
18% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
27.1 (1)
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Student total
14691 (1)

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Australia, Adelaide

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The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown

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The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown


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Australia, Adelaide


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Subjects Taught at the University of Limerick

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Arts and Humanities

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

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
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Computer Science

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Engineering

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  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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Law

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Life Sciences

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  • Sport Science

Medical and Health

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Physical Sciences

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

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

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