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How to get to Limerick

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 Places of Historic Interest
in Limerick
The “Treaty Stone”, on which,
the infamous treaty of Limerick
King John’s Castle
was said to have been signed
on the river Shannon

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 Places of Historic Interest
in Limerick
Adare Manor the seat of the Earl of Desmond on the river Maigue.
Now a famous hotel and golf course (2008 Irish Open).

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Places of Historic Interest
in Limerick
The new rugby stadium in Limerick (Thomond Park)

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The University of Limerick
Ariel view of the north campus of the University of Limerick

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 Importance of Science
• Proactive government policy to attract new companies while

retaining existing companies.

• Specific focus on biotechnology – the way of the future

• Focus on developing Ireland as a leading research based country

• Science Foundation Ireland fund of €686 million for research

• Programme for 3rd level research €250 million

• Challenge: will Ireland have enough Science graduates to meet the

demand?

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 Bachelor of Science
Science Courses:
• Mathematical Sciences
• Pharmaceutical and Industrial Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Applied Physics
• Industrial Biochemistry
• Sports and Exercise Science
• Financial Mathematics
• Food Science and Health
• Equine Science
• Health and Safety
• Chemical Engineering

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 Bachelor of Science
Education Courses:
• Physical Education
• Science (Education) -
Biological Sciences
with Physics or
Chemistry
• Physical Sciences –
Physics and
Chemistry (Education)
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Health Courses:
• Nursing (General)
• Nursing (Mental
health)
• Nursing (Intellectual
disability)
• Midwifery
• Physiotherapy
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 Bachelor of Science
Technology and Engineering Courses:
• Electronic Systems
• Computer Systems
• Information Systems
• Applied Computing and Network Technologies
• Product Design & Technology
• Production Management
• Wood Science & Technology
• Biomedical and Advanced Materials
• Materials Science
• Computer Systems with French

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At Work in the Lab

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Undergraduate Laboratories

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Chemical Engineering

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Computer Laboratories

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 Co-Operative Education
Programme
• Relevant work experience.
• Integrated into curriculum.
• 8-month paid placement.
• 1800 placements each year.
• 30% overseas assignments.
• Placements sourced by
Division.
• Preparatory programme for
students.
• Monitored and assessed by
faculty.

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 Typical Coop Placements
• Bachelor of Business Studies J. P. Morgan, London
• Law & Accounting KPMG, Dublin
• European Studies Alcatel, Paris
• Public Admin Dept of Finance, Dublin
• Computer Systems Fidelity Invest., Boston
• Food Technology Glanbia, Kilkenny
• Industrial Chemistry Pfizers, Cork
• Aeronautical Eng Boeing, Seattle
• Electronic Engineering Analog, Limerick

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 Benefits to students
• Relates theory to practice.
• Provides insight into the work environment.
• Exposure to different career options.
• Develops technical competence.
• Develops interpersonal skills.
• Offers financial support.
• Enhances employment prospects.

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First Destination of the graduates
The College of Science (2006)
3% 2%
15% Employed In Ireland

Employed Overseas

7% Further Study

Not Available

73% Seeking Employment

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 First Destination of the graduates
The College of Science (2007)
4% 5%
Employed In Ireland
17%
Employed Overseas

Further Study
10%
Not Available
73%
Seeking Employment

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Salaries (average) for College of Science
40,000
Graduates 2006
35,000

30,000 Industrial Chemistry

Applied Physics
25,000 Environmental Science
Industrial Biochemistry
20,000 Food Science & Health
Physiotheropy
15,000 Nursing
Equine Science
10,000 Sport & Exercise Sciences

5,000

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Social Amenities in UL

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Sport in UL

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Thank you any Questions

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