Semester in Limerick is housed at the University of Limerick. About 10,000 full-time students enjoy a riverside campus at the heart of a 600-acre park 3 miles above the ancient city. The campus facilities are spread out over the beautiful campus grounds with the Shannon River running right through the center. From the fitness center to the outdoor food market on Tuesdays throughout the semester, you can truly find everything you need right on campus.
Founded in 1972, the University has quickly gained a reputation among its peers for its innovative courses and high academic standards. Although young, this energetic, enterprising university has a proud record of excellence in research and scholarship. Their innovative approach to learning has gained them huge respect among educators and universities throughout Ireland. The International Student Services office is dedicated to helping you get the most out of your experience. You will take part in an extensive orientation when you arrive, introducing you to the city and to campus life, and they provide continuous support to students throughout their semester abroad.
The University is also home to collections of fine Irish art, the Irish Chamber Orchestra, and the Irish World Music Center. The University is always putting on artistic events including music and drama performances as well as art and photography displays. The campus also boasts outstanding fitness facilities, complete with group exercise classrooms, weight rooms, an indoor track and basketball arena and an Olympic sized swimming pool. And that’s not all…they even have plans to expand! This campus truly offers it a complete semester study abroad experience.