AIFS Abroad in Limerick, Republic of Ireland: Semester

Name: AIFS Abroad in Limerick, Republic of Ireland: Semester
Brand: AIFS Abroad
SKU: 15866
Rating: 4.86 (21 reviews)

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Location

Ireland
- Limerick

Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring

Subject Areas

Animal Science Architecture Biology Business Chemistry Cultural Studies Economics Education Engineering English European Studies Geography Health Sciences History Information Technology Journalism Law Linguistics Literature Marketing Mathematics Music Nursing Physical Therapy Physics Political Science Psychology Public Policy Social Sciences Sociology Sports Science +21

Financial Support

General grants/scholarships, BIPOC funding

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Program Details

Program Type

Provider

University

University of Limerick

Degree Level

High School Diploma Bachelors

Housing

Dormitory

Language

English

Pricing

Price Details

AIFS Abroad is a premier provider of study abroad programs. Program fees cover tuition and housing, and over 50% of our study abroad participants receive financial support from AIFS Abroad in the form of scholarships or grants. Coordinated AIFS Abroad Flight Packages with major airlines are also available.

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Classes Some Meals Travel Insurance Wifi

What's Included (Extra)

Round trip flights, airport transfers and 2-night stopover in London included for students on the optional AIFS Abroad Flight Package.

Last Updated: Feb 15, 2024

Last Reviewed: Dec 12, 2018

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About Program

Spend a semester or academic year in the charming city of Limerick, Ireland with AIFS Abroad ! You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester at the University of Limerick (UL), withAACSB accredited business courses. Courses are taught in English.

The University of Limerick offers a service learning program for AIFS Abroad students. Community projects focus on a specific need within the local community.

You’ll live in university townhouses on campus and receive a meal allowance to subsidize the cost of meals and groceries.

You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities including:
• Literary walking tours and traditional Irish music night
• Visits to museums, castles and historic sites
• Day trip to the West of Ireland
• 2-day trip to the Aran Islands

A 2-night tour of London is included for students on the AIFS Abroad Flight Package.

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Diversity & Inclusion

BIPOC Support

At AIFS Abroad, we want to support all participants in their study/internship abroad journey, inclusive of gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Everyone has a complex identity, and faith, spirituality, and religion are important factors when deciding on a program location.

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LGBTQIA+ Support

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Accessibility Support

Everyone’s experience is unique. We recognize the location you choose can have an impact on your sense of belonging. We encourage you to use the information below as you review your options to select the program and location that will be the best choice for you. If you do not hold the identities that are amplified here, this information is still a great resource for you as well. It will give you a better understanding of those who have this identity.

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Impact

Sustainability

In response to the overwhelming global climate crisis, AIFS Abroad is pleased to make Sustainability a key priority when considering organizational, operational, and programming decisions. We understand that the only way to effectively combat this crisis and mitigate the effects of climate change is to drastically reduce our environmental impact. Therefore, AIFS Abroad has committed to reaching carbon neutrality by the year 2025. AIFS Abroad is proud to announce we have signed the CANIE Accord, becoming the first US provider to make this commitment.

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Program Highlights

Earn up to 15 credits and transcript issued by University of Limerick, AACSB accredited business courses
Live in a university townhouse on campus and receive a meal allowance
On-Site Program Director to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
2-day trip to the Aran Islands & 3-day trip to Cork (fall semester); 3-day trip to Galway (spring semester)
Volunteer opportunities available

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Cultural and social activities include:
• Walking tours and museum visits
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About University of Limerick

City

Limerick

Students:

12,000

Year Founded:

1972

International Students:

2,000

The University of Limerick (UL) is an independent, internationally focussed university with over 13,000 students, approximately 13% of whom are international. Established in 1972, UL is a young, energetic and enterprising university with a proud record of innovation in education and excellence in research and scholarship. Testament to this is the fact that ULs graduate employment rate is 18% higher than the national average!

Scholarships

AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants & Financial Support

We believe a study abroad experience is an essential component of well-rounded university education and we are committed to providing financial assistance to as many students as possible in support of their goal to study abroad. AIFS also offers internship and study abroad + internship blended programs to support the development of personal and professional skills.

Value

$500 - $5,000

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Academics 4.25
Support 4.85
Fun 4.35
Housing 4.7
Safety 4.8

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At first I was very nervous to study abroad. I was coming from a small Christian school and didn't know what to expect. I fell in love with Ireland. Studying abroad really is one of the best experiences of my life. Everything I had been so afraid of ended up turning out to be just fine. I would definitely recommend studying at UL to anyone!

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My 6 months in Limerick were nothing short of extraordinary. Traveling in Ireland and to other European cities was a breeze -- everyone was so helpful and friendly. The AIFS staff coordinated excellent trips and provided all the support that you'd need to study abroad. 10 out of 10!

My semester at UL was one of the best experiences of my life. Not only did I learn a lot about the culture, but I also learned a lot about myself. I stepped out of my comfort zone and experienced so many new things I never dreamed of.

While there I also made several friends whom to this day I still skype and keep in touch with most of them.

AIFS made my time in Limerick amazing and I've already started saving up to go back.

One thing I would recommend though, is have a lot of back up classes that will transfer back. I had issues with classes not being offered when I arrived. But the staff was helpful and we worked it all out.

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I think the class schedule was great and allowed all of the students to travel on the weekends and get the most out of their time overseas. The way that the classes were structured gave us more of a voice and it was a discussion as opposed to a full lecture. The attitude of the Irish people is very laid back and refreshing compared to how rushed we are in the states. I would go again in a second so if you are considering it just go for it and prepare to have the time of your life.

I would highly recommend this program to anyone interested in visiting Ireland. There was a great balance of academics and traveling. I really feel like I experienced the full Irish culture.

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you choose this program?

I liked that it came with on-site residents and that there were excursions included with the trip fee.

It was great that my scholarships were able to transfer with the program. I also liked that there was an option other than Dublin to go to so I wouldn't be in such a big city.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

AIFS had a contact person for once you were accepted into the program, I was able to ask her a lot of questions. They also put together a group on Facebook for all the people in the program so we were able to put questions in there so everyone would get an answer.

A pre-departure packet was provided about week before I left that had a lot of good information regarding what would happen when I got there. They helped me through a lot of it. I also used Pinterest as a resource for what I would need.

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I had an awesome support system, and I didn't feel alone during any of it.

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

You don't need 5 sweaters. I know Ireland is cold and you think you will need a lot of warm clothes, but you will only end up wearing 3 on a regular basis.

Learn to do laundry. Bring enough clothing for 5-7 days. Seriously. I brought clothes that I didn't need, which just took up room in my suitcase.

Leave room for a lot of souvenirs. You will get a lot. Bring something from home. A stuffed animal, a shirt of your favorite sports team. Something that you can hold on to when you are feeling homesick.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

Classes started at 9am and there were night classes that went until around 9pm. I never had a day that went from 9 to 9 though.

I had 2 classes in the morning then I would go home for lunch and then go back for my other class. I had labs and one class on Tuesday's and Thursdays.

On the weekends, I would go on an International Society trip to a different part of the country. Sunday I would spend some time on homework and just have a day to relax.

I would go into the city for groceries about every 10 days, and I used the convenience store near my house to supplement during the week.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it and/or how did your views on the issue change?

Homesickness. I knew that I was going to be homesick. I am every time I leave home. I brought my favorite stuffed animal with me to remind me of home and I could hold when times were rough.

I also brought something that each of my parents had bought for me in the past. I brought a small thin blanket my dad had got me and a handkerchief from my mom. They fit in my suitcase easily but were also nice to have when I was feeling homesick.

I was able to have my iPhone there with me and was able to text and FaceTime with my parents a lot which helped significantly.

Where is one place in the country you were at would you recommend students go to?

Kilkenny! It's a small city that reminded me a lot of the small town I am from. There are a lot of shops lining the streets and it was a fun place to hang out for the day. It was very relaxed and an enjoyable place to be. Makes for a great day trip.

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AIFS Abroad is a leading provider of study abroad programs. Since 1964, more than 1.5 million students have traveled abroad with AIFS Abroad. Comprehensive program fees make it convenient for students to study abroad and intern abroad to experience all that the world has to offer. Celebrating 60 years of service in 2024, AIFS Abroad has the...