Awarding Body : University of Limerick
The University of Limerick offers undergraduate, postgraduate, continuing professional education, research and other educational programmes. UL is 5 kilometres from Limerick city centre, along the River Shannon.
The University is an active participant in the European Union's Erasmus programme. UL has over 200 partner institutions in 24 European countries. In addition, UL students may study at partner universities in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, China and Singapore.
History of UL
The University of Limerick was established in 1972 as the National Institute for Higher Education, Limerick. It became a university by statute in 1989.
In the 1960s, an improving economy, foreign direct investment into Ireland and the need for advanced expertise lead to the creation of the National Institute for Higher Education (NIHE) at Limerick. The NIHE was to follow the model of Europe’s new technological universities.
The World Bank financed the project. The Institute hired faculty and staff from around the world, and NIHE had extensive teaching and research facilities. These attracted an influx of foreign investment.
In 1977, the government required NIHE Limerick to apply for recognition as a Recognised College of the National University of Ireland. Students and staff strongly opposed this. The Institute withdrew from the NUI. Through legislation, NIHE Limerick became an independent institution. From 1978 to 1988, the National Council for Educational Awards was the degree-awarding authority for the NIHE Limerick.
Awarding rights
In 1989, NIHE Limerick became the University of Limerick through legislation. UL was the first new university in the history of the Irish State. UL was granted powers to award its own degrees.
Colleges that run University Of Limerick courses in Ireland
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Advanced Fitness Specialist
Practical, Personal Trainer Courses Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, personal trainer and gym instructor then this is the course for you. The Higher Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional […]
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Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness Conversion Courses
Classroom Based Course by Maltings Fitness Training - Coote Street, Co. Laois
Maltings Training are please to announce we are offering learners who hold a relevant health and fitness qualification, for example, FETAC Level 5 Sports, Recreation and Exercise Course, the exciting opportunity to achieve their CEHF FETAC Level 6, as accredited […]
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Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness Galway
Classroom Based Course by Maltings Fitness Training - Coote Street, Co. Laois
The aim of this course is to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to devise and implement effective exercise programmes for both individuals and groups of all abilities. Maltings Training will be running the CEHF Course which is […]
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Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness Kilkenny
Classroom Based Course by Maltings Fitness Training - Coote Street, Co. Laois
The aim of this course is to provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to devise and implement effective exercise programmes for both individuals and groups of all abilities. Maltings Training will be running the CEHF Course which is […]
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Early Childhood Practice
Child Development Course by Institute of Technology Tralee - Tralee, Co. Kerry
The BA in Early Childhood Practice is a level 7, 180 credit programme jointly delivered over four semesters by both the Department of Social Sciences at the Institute of Technology, Tralee and the Faculty of Education at Mary Immaculate College […]
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Exercise Instructor Course – Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness – University Accredited
Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Exercise Instructor Course from Motions Health & Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, […]
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Exercise Instructor Course University Level 6 and EQF Level 5 Qualification
Practical, Fitness instructor training Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Exercise Instructor Course from Motions Health & Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, […]
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Fitness Coach
Practical, Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Fitness Coach Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, […]
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Fitness Coach (University Level 6 and EQF Level 5)
Practical, Fitness instructor training Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, personal trainer and gym instructor then this is the course for you. The Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional university […]
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Fitness Coach – Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness, University Accredited
Health Care Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Fitness Coach Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, […]
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Fitness Professional Course
Practical, Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Fitness Professional Course is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, personal trainer and gym instructor […]
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Fitness Professional Course – Cert in Exercise & Health Fitness, University Accredited
Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Fitness Professional Course is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, personal trainer and gym instructor […]
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Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies
Classroom Based, Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
This Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies is accredited by the University of Limerick and is delivered as a partnership between Middletown Centre for Autism and Mary Immaculate College. Middletown Centre for Autism is funded by the Department of Education and […]
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Graduate Diploma / M.Ed. in Information and Communication Technologies in Primary Education
Education Studies Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Information and Communication Technologies course is designed to provide practicing primary teachers with a holistic approach to the use and application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the Primary School. Teachers will learn how to skilfully and creatively […]
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Graduate Diploma / M.Ed. in Special Educational Needs
Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Combined Post-Graduate Diploma Programme of Continuous Professional Development for teachers involved in Learning Support and Special Education This programme, which is organised by the Department of Special Education, is for Learning Support teachers, Resource Teachers, LS/RTs, teachers in Special Schools, […]
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Gym Instructor Course
Practical, Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a gym instructor. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, personal trainer […]
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Health Fitness Instructor Course
Practical, Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Health Fitness Instructor Course – Cert in Exercise & Health Fitness – University Accredited courses is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional or a health fitness instructor. If you are a health […]
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Health Fitness Instructor Course – Cert in Exercise & Health Fitness – University Accredited
Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Health Fitness Instructor Course – Cert in Exercise & Health Fitness – University Accredited courses is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a fitness professional or a health fitness instructor. If you are a health […]
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Higher Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness – University Accredited
Personal Trainer Courses Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Higher Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a specialist fitness coach. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, […]
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Higher Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness – University Accredited
Personal Trainer Courses Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Higher Certificate in Exercise & Health Fitness is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a specialist fitness coach. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, […]
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M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Management
Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Mary Immaculate College is pleased to announce a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Management (MEd ELM). This new Master’s programme grows from and extends Mary Immaculate College’s strong commitment to the principle of professional development in the education […]
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MA in Applied Linguistics (On Campus; Blended; Online)
Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The course is aimed primarily at Language Teachers and other language professionals. The Masters in Applied Linguistics aims to provide a broad-based course of study in language description (language systems: grammar, lexis and phonology), theories of Applied Linguistics, theories of […]
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MA in Christian Leadership in Education
Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Masters of Arts in Christian Leadership in Education is an innovative postgraduate programme leading to a professional qualification. The degree is under the auspices of Mary Immaculate College and is awarded by the University of Limerick. The programme will […]
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MA in Education and The Arts (META)
Dance, Music & Theatre Performance Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
META has a collective arts approach. It is neither an integrated arts programme nor a programme in any specific discipline and will examine the issues, practices and theories that underpin music, visual arts, dance, drama and literature in education.
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MA in History
History Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
This programme consists of six taught modules and a 20,000 word dissertation. Accredited modules include: Revolutionary Ireland, 1789-1803; The American Irish, 1850-1920; Irish Communities in Early Modern Europe; Science and Enlightenment in Early Modern Europe; Race, gender and ethnicity in […]
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MA in Local History
Local History Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
This programme is offered jointly by faculty from the Department of History, Mary Immaculate College and the Department of History, University of Limerick. The programme meets the needs of graduates in history, or in related disciplines (e.g. Irish studies, human […]
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MA in Media Studies
Media Studies Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Master of Arts in Media Studies is an innovative programme offered by Mary Immaculate College, Limerick and the University of Limerick. The programme takes place on both campuses and will run during the day time in 2015-16. Students can […]
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MA in Modern English Literature
Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
Aims of the Programme • To widen and deepen student’s knowledge and appreciation of English literature and contemporary critical theory • To familiarise students with traditional and modern technological sources for research in English literature • To equip students with […]
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Master of Arts in STEM Education
Education Studies Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Master of Arts degree programme in STEM (Science, technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education is a two-year, part-time programme offering a focus on integrative and innovative approaches to STEM education through exploring socially responsive teaching and research informed by national […]
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The Personal Training / Fitness Instructor course is a professional university accredited health and fitness qualification for anybody interested in becoming a Personal Trainer or fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work […]
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Personal Trainer / Fitness Instructor Course
Practical, Sport Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Personal Training / Fitness Instructor course is a professional university accredited health and fitness qualification for anybody interested in becoming a Personal Trainer or fitness professional. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work […]
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Professional Diploma in Adult and Further Education
Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Professional Diploma in Education (FE) is recognised by the Teaching Council as a professional teaching qualification for the Further Education sector. It should also be of interest to people working in other sectors in adult education and lifelong learning. […]
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Professional Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology
Classroom Based, Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology (DECPsy) is a highly sought-after three-year, full-time professional training course for candidates interested in pursuing a career as an educational psychologist. This course will equip candidates with the necessary competencies to work in […]
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Strength & Conditioning Coach
Practical, Gym Instructor Course by Motions Fitness Training - Dublin
The Strength & Conditioning Coach Certificate is a professional university accredited qualification for anybody interested in becoming a Strength & Conditioning Coach. If you are a health & fitness enthusiast and would like to work as a fitness coach, personal […]
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Structured PhD in Applied Linguistics
Classroom Based, Humanities & Social Sciences Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
This doctoral programme in Applied Linguistics is a four-year fulltime programme which includes a combination of taught modules (in year 1 of the programme) and individual research, the principal component being the doctoral thesis. In tandem with the doctoral thesis, […]
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Structured PhD in Education
Onsite, Education Course by Mary Immaculate College - Limerick City, Co. Limerick
The Structured PhD programme is a four year structured programme which involves coursework in research methods, core and optional discipline specific courses and generic skills and training. Modules are delivered during the week and weekends. Students are allocated supervisors and […]
