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University of Limerick (UL)

University of Limerick, Castletroy, LIMERICK, Ireland
3.99 / 5 based on 252 reviews.
Description:
The University is located on a riverside campus at the heart of the 600 acre National Technological Park at Plassey, three miles above the ancient city of Limerick. Over 6000 full-time and 3000 part-time students are enrolled at the University. Over seventy different organisations are located on the Park and interact in a variety of ways with the teaching, research and cultural activities of the University. The development of the University has been financed by both the World Bank and the European Investment Bank, and is supported by The University of Limerick Foundation.


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88% of students recommend
252 reviews
Housing
4.1/5
 All experiences (252)
Student life
4.3/5
 5 stars (108)
Academic
4.0/5
 4 stars (90)
Languages
4.5/5
 3 stars (42)
Expenses
3.0/5
 2 stars (6)
Overall
4.5/5
 1 star (6)
“Don't miss the opportunity to visit Belfast, London, Galway, The Cliffs, Cork, Aran Islands, Giant's Causeway.. They are nice places and it's really cheap traveling from Limerick.” Read Review
array2000, Spain

University of Limerick review by Raul

Review by Raul, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
Artificial Intelligence, Erasmus
HOUSING    
Personal assessment
Cost
KEY:
Couldn't have asked for more.
Pretty good.
Could've been better, but didn't lessen the overall experience.
Disappointing.
Facilities
Location
Cleanliness
Space
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why? Nice atmosphere and only 5 minutes far from university.
Personal comments:
Really good opportunity to meet people from all over the world, and taste food from their countries as well.
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STUDENT LIFE    
Personal social experience
Activities
KEY:
Amazing! Hardly had time to study.
Plenty to do when I had the time.
So-so.
Did not get involved.
Nightlife
Travel
Overall
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal comments:
It is really nice to attend International Society meetings and parties at Scholars Pub: Traditional irish dancing, live music, quids, games, cool people, guiness... Organized travels to Belfast, Galway, Cork, etc. are terrific!
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ACADEMIC       4.5 / 5
My academic experiences
Quality of courses
KEY:
Fantastic.
Pretty good.
Could've been a bit better.
Disappointing.
Variety of courses
Availability/access to resources
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with other international students
Interaction with local students
Course recommendations:
The best way to course selection is try the first two weeks to get a 'taste' of every module being considered, and then make the final module selection/registration.



My opinion of the university assessment
Exams at end of course
KEY:
Liked it.
It was alright.
A bit annoying.
Didn't like it.
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course.
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
Overall
Personal comments:
The topics covered in courses could be much more advanced in many cases.

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Language difficulties
Social
KEY:
No problems.
I coped pretty well.
Sometimes it was difficult.
It was a constant struggle.
Educational
Administrative / Institutional
Overall
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Personal comments:
Not only the language is learnt, but also irish and british culture, folklore and traditions.
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EXPENSES    
The accessibility of student needs
Second-hand text books
KEY:
Very easy.
Minimal effort.
Accessible but required effort.
Almost impossible.
Second-hand household items
Computers / Internet
Administrative
Money from home
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Government assistance
An ERASMUS grant
Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience
Personal spending habits:
Usually goods are more expensive in Ireland than in Spain.
Food, Travel, Overall, Housing: was more expensive than at home.
Nightlife, Telephone: was the same price as at home.
Personal comments:
It is a good idea to open a bank account in AIB or Bank of Ireland. There are interesting offers for University of Limerick students. ISIC card is useful to get travel discounts as well.
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OVERALL    
Important to choosing this university...
Academic reasons
KEY:
Very Important.
Important.
Not really important.
Unimportant.
Culture
Costs
Activities
Campus life
Party / people
Weather / Location
I wish I had known...
It is an unforgettable experience and I recommend any student wishing an international background to come.
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
KEY:
Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
Don't drink too much. Irish people do, but remember that they have been doing for years and their livers are prepared for it.



FINAL COMMENTS

Don't miss the opportunity to visit Belfast, London, Galway, The Cliffs, Cork, Aran Islands, Giant's Causeway.. They are nice places and it's really cheap traveling from Limerick.
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