Why Limerick?
Limerick City is an ancient city where the River Shannon meets the Wild Atlantic Way, offering stunning natural beauty.
The University of Limerick spans 138 hectares of parkland, providing a vibrant and green learning environment.
UL features artificial grass pitches, indoor and outdoor running tracks.
The first university in Ireland with an Olympic-standard swimming pool, a diving board, and Ireland’s tallest climbing wall.
Home to Europe’s largest all-weather sports field complex, making it ideal for athletes and sports enthusiasts.
About the Course
Limerick City, located 2.5 hours from Dublin in the south-west of Ireland, is an ancient city where the River Shannon meets the Wild Atlantic Way.
The University of Limerick (UL) is a parkland campus spanning 138 hectares, situated right on the River Shannon and 4 km from Limerick City.
UL has often been called ‘Ireland’s Sporting Campus,’ with its top-class facilities, including an array of artificial grass pitches, indoor and outdoor running tracks.
It is the first university in Ireland to offer students an Olympic-standard swimming pool and diving board, Ireland’s tallest climbing wall, and Europe’s largest all-weather sports field complex.
Package Includes:
2 weeks stay (see opening dates and arrival/departure days)
15 hours’ tuition per week following a zig-zag timetable of morning and afternoon mixed-nationality classes (Example: one week morning classes, one week afternoon classes)
Apollo Focus: 9 hours of optional extra tuition per week (instead of 2 activities) completely free of charge
(Apollo Focus is selected by the student as an option at the school on the first day)
1 Year Free online course
Entry test and end of course certificate
Teaching materials
Residential Accommodation: on-campus single room with private bathroom in shared apartments with all meals in University canteen
Excellent sports complex with tennis courts, indoor and outdoor running tracks, dance & spin studios and extensive outdoor football/hockey pitches
Comprehensive insurance
A wide variety of activities every afternoon & evening and every afternoon
Two Full day excursion per week on Thursdays and Sundays
Mondays: Arrival/Departure Day or Limerick City Trip
Free WIFI throughout school
Airport Transfers from/to Dublin Airport
About the School
Location
Limerick City, about 2.5 hours from Dublin in southwest Ireland, is a place full of history and charm. Located where the River Shannon meets the Wild Atlantic Way, this ancient city was founded by the Vikings and has grown into Ireland’s third-largest city. Limerick combines historic sites with a lively, modern atmosphere.
With its beautiful riverside views and a mix of old and new buildings, the city has become a popular spot for both visitors and locals. Today, Limerick is a vibrant place, known for its rich past, bustling city life, and welcoming spirit.
University of Limerick
The University of Limerick (UL) is a spacious, green campus covering 138 hectares along the scenic River Shannon, just 4 km from Limerick City.
Known as “Ireland’s Sporting Campus,” UL offers outstanding sports facilities. Students and can enjoy a range of artificial grass pitches, both indoor and outdoor running tracks, Ireland’s only Olympic-standard swimming pool and diving board, the country’s tallest climbing wall, and Europe’s largest all-weather sports field complex.
Accommodation
Students stay in single bedrooms, each with a private en-suite bathroom, for comfort and privacy. The accommodation is in modern apartments on campus, with 4-6 students sharing each apartment. This setup provides a comfortable, social living environment while still allowing each student their own space.
