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How to get to Limerick
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Places of Historic Interestin Limerick
King John’s Castleon the river Shannon
The “Treaty Stone”, on which,the infamous treaty of Limerickwas said to have been signed
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Places of Historic Interestin 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 Interestin Limerick
The new rugby stadium in Limerick (Thomond Park)
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The University of LimerickAriel 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 ScienceScience 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
Health Courses:• Nursing (General)• Nursing (Mental
health)• Nursing (Intellectual
disability)• Midwifery• Physiotherapy
Education Courses:• Physical Education• Science (Education) -
Biological Sciences with Physics or Chemistry
• Physical Sciences –Physics and Chemistry (Education)
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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)
73%
7%
15%
3%2%
Employed In Ireland
Employed Overseas
Further Study
Not Available
Seeking Employment
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First Destination of the graduates The College of Science (2007)
73%
10%
17%
4% 5%
Employed In Ireland
Employed Overseas
Further Study
Not Available
Seeking Employment
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Salaries (average) for College of Science Graduates 2006
0
5,000
10,000
15,000
20,000
25,000
30,000
35,000
40,000
Industrial Chemistry
Applied Physics
Environmental Science
Industrial Biochemistry
Food Science & Health
Physiotheropy
Nursing
Equine Science
Sport & Exercise Sciences
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Social Amenities in UL
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Sport in UL
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Thank you any Questions