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APPOINTMENT OFPRESIDENT
Table of Contents
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Introduction 02
UL - The Facts 04
The Campus 08
Key Developments 12
Research - Excellence and Impact 16
Engaged Learning 18
Sport 22
Living 24
Culture 25
Role of the President 26
Terms & Conditions 33
Appointment Process & How to Apply 33
University Governance 34
University Management 34
Administrative Organisation Chart 36
Academic Organisation Chart 37
Limerick & the Mid-West Region 38
Additional Information for Candidates 44
Established as an educational institution in 1972 and conferred as a University in 1989, the University of Limerick is an independent, internationally focussed university with 14,000 students.
As one of Ireland’s five-star
(QS Rated) universities, we are
recognised for our commitment
to graduate employability, our
industry-relevant, award-winning
research, our dedication to the
student experience and extensive
community engagement. Located
5km from Limerick City and
20km from Shannon International
Airport, the University of Limerick
is renowned for possessing one
of the most spectacular and
environmentally sympathetic
modern university campuses
anywhere in the world.
A disciplined and rigorous approach
to learning challenges students
by setting high expectations for
their academic performance and
matches their potential and ability.
Equally, a rigorous approach to
programme design and continual
curriculum development that
is characterised by an ethos
of research-led teaching and
learning is a defining feature of the
institution. Since our foundation,
the needs of the communities
we serve have also been to the
forefront of our activities and have
shaped our research and teaching
programmes. The realisation that
we have a responsibility to promote
economic, educational and social
development unites us with the
community and demands that we
remain closely connected to the
cultural, economic, professional
and business worlds in ways that
distinguish us as an institution of
higher learning.
Employability has always been at
the core of our teaching mission
and continues to be a central tenet
of our distinctive approach to higher
education in Ireland. The inclusion
of Cooperative Education and
work placement as a compulsory
element of all our undergraduate
programmes is one of the specific
strengths of UL; and is for many
students, an incentive to choose
UL over other Irish universities
and colleges. The result of these
sustained efforts means that we
occupy a position of immense
strength with respect to graduate
employability compared to other
institutions in Ireland.
We value, support and encourage
research excellence with
demonstrable academic and
societal impact across all disciplines.
The research portfolio has
expanded steadily in recent years,
and our state-of-the-art research
infrastructure has been enhanced
through sustained investment and
expansion, including funding for
large-scale, UL-led national centres.
The campus is home to the Nexus
Innovation Centre supporting
spin-out activity in the region and is
central to the UL Enterprise Corridor
which hosts numerous indigenous
and multinational R&D companies.
Adjacent to the University is the
National Technology Park (NTP),
Ireland’s first science/technology
park (263 hectares), which is home
to more than 80 organisations
employing more than 3,000 people.
Broadening Horizons (UL Strategic
Plan 2015-19) reaffirms our vision
to be “internationally recognised
as a distinctively progressive,
research-led university that
provides an engaging student
experience, conducts world-
class research renowned for
its translational impact and is
globally and locally connected
in terms of its contribution to
economic, social and cultural
life”. This highly ambitious and
challenging plan aims to build on
our considerable achievements to
date in the institution’s relatively
short history; accentuate our
distinctiveness in ways that continue
to set the institution apart from
its competitors; and raise our
international profile, standing and
reputation across all areas of the
University into the future.
Introduction
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dedication to thestudent experience,
award-winning research
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Student Enrolment AY 2015/16Full-time Part-time Total
Undergraduate 10923 930 11853
Taught Postgraduate Diplomas
& Masters
1174 370 1544
Research Postgraduate Degrees
(Masters/PhD)
672 125 797
Total 12769 1425 14194
HEA statistics 2015/16
UL - The Facts
Graduates by Faculty
21%
16%23%
22%18%
Kemmy Business
School
Interfaculty
Education and
Health Sciences
Science and
Engineering
Arts Humanities
and Social Sciences
MedicalSchool
The first to be
established in
Ireland since 1900
Student Numbers20% increase
International Students
From 2008 to 2013
Research FundingSince 2013
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International Student Numbers AY 2014/15
Undergraduate
Students
738
Postgraduate
Students
586
Study Abroad
Programme
553
Exchange
Students
1144
University of Limerick Income (2014)
€170,000,000Faculty & Staff AY 2014/15
236 1,449
554 Support Staff
Research Staff
659 Faculty
92% employed or pursuing
further study
22% higher rate than
national average
1,700 students placed
annually
20% placements in
25+ countries
Graduate Employment Cooperative Education
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high-achievingdistinctive
international
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+ UL’s campus area comprises 148 hectares, which includes 50 hectares
located in the North Bank Campus on the Clare side of the river Shannon.
+ Total area of buildings is 222,672m2
+ 429 Laboratories (encompassing undergraduate teaching, research,
specialist and high-tech facilities)
+ Seven student villages providing accommodation for 2,700 students
and visiting academic staff
+ Total value of investment to date in land, buildings and equipment is over
€900 million with a future investment of €224 million planned for the
period 2014-18 under the current Capital Development Plan.
+ The University achieved Green
Campus accreditation under the
Energy, Biodiversity and Travel and
Transport themes in 2015.
+ UL was ranked 16th in the world
for its efforts towards campus
sustainability and environmentally
friendly university management in
the GreenMetric Ranking of World
Universities 2015
The Campus
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The Living Bridge
Main Campus
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North Campus
€14 million Sports Facilities
€100 millionResearch & Building
Infrastructure
€110 million Student & Teaching
Facilities
€224million
45%
49%
6%
Capital Development Plan 2014 - 2018
€200m+ raised to date
81,000+ active members
University of Limerick Foundation
- a leading recipient of international philanthropic
funding in Ireland.
Est. 1987, the University of Limerick Alumni Association
(ULAA) is a membership organisation for graduates of
the University.
North Campus+ Medical School
+ Health Sciences Building
+ Irish World Academy of Music
and Dance
+ President’s Residence
+ Student Villages
+ Sports Pavilion
Main Campus+ Main University Building
+ Foundation Building
+ Plassey House
+ Computer Science Building
+ Bernal Building
+ Schrödinger Science Building
+ Kemmy Business School
+ Tierney Building
+ Physical Education Science Building
+ UL Sports Arena
+ Glucksman Library
+ Student Centre
+ Student Accommodation
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innovation& excellencein educationresearch & scholarship
New developments underway include:
+ Glucksman Library Extension
Construction is due to commence on an extension
to the library of 7456m2 to accommodate 1000
reader stations, access stations for 140,000 book
volumes, automatic storage and retrieval system
for 400,000 volumes, individual group study rooms
and specialist display and exhibition areas.
+ Clinical Education and Research Centre (CERC) Construction has commenced on a joint venture
between UL and Health Service Executive (HSE)
at University Hospital Limerick campus. This is a
3400m2 facility providing laboratory, tutorial, library,
research and administration spaces for clinical
education and research. It also has dedicated
spaces for the University of Limerick Health
Research Institute.
+ Park Point Centre (including Travel Lodge Hotel) Purchased December 2015 (8,940m2)
+ UL Sports Arena Extension Incorporating a second pool with diving and sub
aqua facilities, weight training gyms, sauna and
steam rooms
+ Munster Rugby Training Centre
Incorporating gymnasia, treatment rooms, video
analysis rooms and office accommodation for
Munster Rugby’s new headquarters.
+ PGA Golf Academy
This facility will provide a driving range (25 bay),
practice greens and biomechanics research
facilities for golf on campus.
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* Global top ten rankings including employability, language support, accommodation and campus environment.
No. 1 Voted best
international student supports
in Ireland
4th OverallInternational
Student Barometer™
survey*
GlobalStudents from 95 countries
ErasmusLargest exchange
programme in Ireland
400Partner
universities in 38 countries
+ In March 2016 the University was placed in the
Times Higher Education (THE) top 150 universities
under 50 years old.
+ In 2015, the University was placed in the top 200
most international universities in the world in the
Times Higher Education’s rankings, which measures
international outlook by means of the diversity of
both the student and staff body and success in
international research collaborations.
+ The University of Limerick was named ‘University
of the Year 2015 in the Sunday Times Good
University Guide.
+ UL has been awarded a QS 5 Stars rating for the
institution
+ UL was one of only two universities in Ireland
awarded the Athena SWAN Bronze award which
recognises best practice in recruiting, retaining
and promoting women in Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine.
Key Developments
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Awards
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+ The University is the largest provider of
post-primary teacher education in the state,
embracing both initial teacher education
students and those undertaking continuing
professional development
+ The graduate employment rate of UL graduates
is now an impressive 22% higher than the
average for the other six universities in Ireland.
UL is home to the largest Co-operative
Education Programme in Ireland and one of the
largest in Europe with more than 1700 students
placed in work-settings annually
+ In 2015, UL spin-out company Powervation,
(established in 2006) who are global leaders in
the development of digital power controllers
serving high performance computing, cloud and
communications infrastructure was acquired by
Japanese electronic parts manufacturer ROHM
for $70 million (€64 million) in an all-cash deal.
+ UL’s total of student voluntary work has gone
past the 40,000 hour mark as part of the
President’s Volunteer Award scheme, one of the
largest university civic engagement initiatives in
Ireland.
+ University of Limerick is the first Irish university
to become a member of the prestigious
National Academy of Inventors (NAI).
+ Leadership of key national research clusters
- involving collaboration with other higher
education institutions and major industrial
partners - that have secured almost €200 million
in research funding.
Engagement
Industry Research Partnerships led by UL
€5m
€198.2m
€5.5m
€7m
€25m
€77.5m
€78.2mSynthesis & Solid State Pharmaceutical Centre
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology Centre
Dairy Processing Technology Centre
Irish Centre for Composites Research
Lero – Irish Software Research Centre
Mathematics Applications Consortium for Science & Industry
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highest graduateemployability in Ireland
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The University of Limerick prides itself on a reputation for delivering research that impacts on industry, society and the wider community.
Research - Excellence and Impact
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Due to our expertise and demonstrated
leadership of collaborative research,
we have attracted significant
sustained investments to support
the establishment of multi-partner,
academia/industry collaborative
research centres led by UL.
The research focus at the University of Limerick is characterised by
the convergence of discrete disciplines working together to achieve
fundamental breakthroughs whilst adopting a translational approach
to ensure research results are translated more rapidly towards
economic and social impacts for Ireland and beyond.
Our research addresses areas of importance to our society, such
as education, languages, healthcare and social inclusion and has
significant impact on sectors that are vital to the Irish economy, such
as pharmaceuticals, med-tech, software, food, communications
and energy.
Materials
Software
AppliedMathematical
Sciences
ResearchStrengths
Health
Advanced Manufacturing
Research Income€20m (2008) €50m (2015)
182 research collaborations with industry
Collaborations
Venture capital investment €50m+ Spin-out companies sold €100m+
Commercialisation
LEROAs more and more critical aspects of human activity become dependent
on it, software has become more and more pervasive. Lero the
Irish Software Research Centre is leading internationally in software
engineering and is working with industry to address grand challenges,
including architecture to support the ‘internet of things’.
Bernal InstituteThe Bernal Institute represents a €52 million investment that builds on
significant strengths in applied sciences and engineering. Examples of
these strengths include internationally leading research in crystallisation
and crystal engineering. The Institute has utilised its research expertise to
lead large, inter-institutional research centres in pharmaceutical materials,
pharmaceutical processing, composite materials and dairy processing.
Health Research Institute The Health Research Institute (HRI) fosters multidisciplinary research
collaborations with health practitioners to support discovery and
innovation in health and wellbeing. The work of the HRI focuses on the
themes of lifestyle and health, health service delivery and technology-
supporting health and well being.
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Building on these firm foundations,
Excellence and Impact 2020, Research
& Innovation Strategy for the University
of Limerick marks the next phase of our
growth as we seek to capitalise on our
strengths and distinctiveness to create
a world-class, research-led institution.
The University of Limerick’s Research Impact initiative is driven by the
concept of the measurable impact that research can have on industry,
society and the wider community.
This initiative highlights best practice among the UL research
community and UL researchers are encouraged to develop research
impact case studies demonstrating a clear link between their research
and its impact.
Teaching and learning at UL
has always been underpinned
by the proposition that
students should be actively
and deeply involved in their
education. As a result, the
University has built a very
strong reputation for the
exceptionally high quality of
its student experience both in
Ireland and internationally.
The UL educational ethos continually inspires us to strive for excellence and to pioneer new ways of supporting our most precious resource – our students.
Engaged Learning
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Engaged Learning Graduate A�ributes
Knowledgeable
ArticulateCollaborative
Responsible
Creative Proactive
EnrichedEducationalExperiences
SupportiveCampus
Environment
Active &Collaborative
Learning
MeaningfulStudent/Sta�
Interaction
AcademicRigour
Many of the features that support positive student engagement are already in
place at UL: teachers who excite students about their learning and who care
about their students as individuals; work placement (i.e. Cooperative Education,
practice placement and careers programmes and our extensive networks
with business and industry); study abroad, the final year research project; and
abundant opportunities to become actively involved in extra-curricular activities.
Through Engaged Learning: University of Limerick Teaching, Learning and
Assessment Strategy 2014–18, we have adopted a broad framework to capture
the most pertinent characteristics of an engaged approach to teaching, learning
and assessment. The framework, which has been tested against international
evidence, captures the key pillars of UL’s approach – namely academic rigour,
enriched educational experiences, a supportive campus environment, active and
collaborative learning and meaningful student/staff interaction.
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educating &empoweringour students
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The Visual ArtsThe University is the permanent home of several art collections, including:
+ The National Self-Portrait Collection of Ireland
+ The Watercolour Society of Ireland Collection
+ The O’Malley Sculpture Collection
+ The Irish American Cultural Institute’s O’Malley Collection of Irish Art
+ The Armitage Collection
+ The Molas Collection donated by Dr Patrick J Murphy
+ The Midnight Court Collection by Pauline Bewick
+ Limerick a positive view by Anne Marie Bourke
+ World-renowend collection of large outdoor sculptures
Library & Information Services
363,000print books
275,000electronic books
62,400journals
1,450reader stations
Information Technology
1,600 PCs for student lab useage
Over 5,000 PCs interconnected via
network
High speed
internal fibre network
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Ireland’s premiersporting campus
Sports+ UL Arena - 700,000 visitors annually
+ Ireland’s largest all-weather pitch complex
+ Ireland’s only indoor rowing tank
+ Training Headquarters of Munster Rugby
+ PGA Golf Academy
+ National 50m swimming pool
+ National Strength & Conditioning Centre
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Culture+ Home to the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance
+ Home to the Irish Chamber Orchestra
+ 60,000 patrons to the University Concert Hall annually
+ Internationally acclaimed Artist and Writer in residence
+ 11 national visual arts collection housing 1,700 artworks
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Living+ Distinctive 133-hectare parkland campus
+ Seven student villages providing accommodation for 2,700
students and visiting academic staff
+ Smarter Travel - €9 million investment supporting the
promotion of sustainable transport schemes on campus
+ 70+ student clubs and societies
Main Purpose of the Role
Profile of Office of the President 2016
The Chancellor of the University of Limerick, in conjunction with the Governing Authority, invites applications for the position of President. The President serves as Chief Officer of the University reporting to the Governing Authority and has overall responsibility for the leadership and oversight of the University in all its activities.
The University of Limerick is a progressive university with major successes and achievements across a wide spectrum of teaching and research. These achievements are attributable, in significant part, to a highly motivated campus community.
The new President is expected to assume office on 1 May 2017.
Role of the President
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The President will be a dynamic leader with the
vision and capacity to develop and implement
a comprehensive strategy that will build and
expand upon the existing successes of the
University.
In collaboration with the Governing Authority,
staff, students and alumni, the President
will serve as a guiding light and motivator
in the achievement of institutional goals
that will enhance the distinctive reputation
and character of the University in a highly
competitive environment.
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Duties and Responsibilities
The primary duties and responsibilities of the President include:
+ To develop the University’s vision and mission for the future and
communicate them to internal and external partners;
+ To lead the development and ensure the implementation of the
University’s strategic aims, objectives and related policies in support of the
University’s mission;
+ Maintaining a culture of excellence across all sectors of the University and
ensure that they remain focused on the University’s mission;
+ To enhance the reputation of the University for excellence and innovation
in its academic and research programmes;
+ To maintain and develop an effective working relationship with Governing
Authority;
+ Fostering existing partnerships and forging new ones;
+ To provide direction and guidance to all sectors of the University and
in particular to lead and manage the performance of the University’s
Executive so as to ensure the effective and efficient management of the
University and all its resources;
+ To maintain and reinforce the positive role played by the student
community and alumni in achieving the University’s goals and mission;
+ To act as the primary ambassador of the University to a wide range of
partners and the public generally so as to increase its profile nationally and
internationally;
+ To lead the advancement of the University through fundraising activities
and the development of relationships with local and international partners
including the business, commercial, cultural and voluntary sectors;
+ To develop and maintain positive relations with government bodies, other
universities and private entities;
+ To enrich the University’s contribution to local, regional, national life and
society and promote positive social change in all the University’s functions.
Role Description
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Competencies, Attributes and Experience
Strong candidates will have a record of achievement and demonstrate capabilities in executive leadership, fundraising and experience in a mission–oriented institution. Other attributes should include excellent communication skills, a results oriented focus and the ability to foster a team environment in which efforts are strategically directed and accountability is expected.
+ Senior leadership in a large and complex institution
including evidence of successful strategic
development and decision making combined with
effective financial oversight;
+ A distinguished personal career that will engender
a high degree of academic credibility among the
University community;
+ A prominent profile of leadership in research and
teaching with the vision and ambition to promote the
highest standards of quality in these areas;
+ Demonstrable experience or ability with regard
to innovative management in a large complex
organisation;
+ The capacity to ensure that whilst progressing
University projects, its distinct identity and ethos
are maintained with due regard to its existing
achievements;
+ Appropriate experience and personality to act as
an ambassador for the University and to perform
effectively at the highest levels in interactions with
the public, the media and other constituencies;
+ The ability to promote fundraising in conjunction
with University agencies and partners through
engagement with a wide range of stakeholders
regionally, nationally and internationally;
+ The ability to collaborate with and influence partners
in the State and private sectors, the professions and
the wider community.
Candidates will be evaluated having regard to the attributes and experience required to best fulfil the role of
President of the University of Limerick, including the following considerations:
Person Specification
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+ A competitive salary package including pension contributions
(consistent with Government guidelines).
+ The provision of a spacious modern and private family
residence situated on campus with a river view.
+ The appointment is for a 10-year period commencing on 1
May 2017.
Appointment Process& How to Apply
The University is being supported in this appointment by
executive search firm Perrett Laver. Applications should consist of
a full CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, and
should be accompanied by a covering letter describing briefly
how candidates meet the criteria in the ‘person specification’,
why the appointment is of interest and what they believe they can
bring to the role.
To view further information on the role or to apply for this position
please visit www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/ULPresident
The closing date for applications is:
Midday GMT on Monday, 13th June
Applications will be considered by the Search Board in June-July
2016 and shortlisted candidates will be invited subsequently for
informal visits to the University, which will be followed by more
formal interviews circa September 2016.
Terms & Conditions
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The University of Limerick operates under national legislation, the
Universities Act 1997. As set down in that legislation, overall authority for the
affairs of the University is vested in the Governing Authority of the University
of Limerick, which is appointed in accordance with the Act.
Overall management of the University’s affairs is the responsibility of the
Executive Committee of the University.
The academic affairs of the University are managed by the Faculty Boards,
the Academic Programme Review Committee and the Academic Council.
The University has adopted a new Strategic Plan, Broadening Horizons,
for the period 2015-2019. This plan is the foundation upon which strategic
priorities are formulated and implemented. The University Executive
Committee and Governing Authority will review the implementation of this
plan at regular intervals.
University Governance
University Management
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Administrative Organisation Chart
Governing Authority
President
Executive Committee,Management Council
Dean Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Dean Faculty of Science and Engineering
Director Human
Resources
Dean Faculty of Business
Vice President Academic &
Registrar
DirectorCorporate Affairs
Dean Faculty of
Education and Health Sciences
DirectorFinance
Vice President Research
CorporateSecretary
Associate Registrar
Director of Marketing &
Communications
AssociateVice President
Academic
DirectorQuality
Support Unit
Director International Education
Director Buildings & Estates
Director Cooperative Education &
Careers Division
Director Continuing
Professional Education
Director Student
Affairs
Director Information Technology Division
Director Campus Life Services
DirectorLibrary & Information Services
Director Sport & Recreation
DeanGraduate School
Director Research Support Services
Director Technology Transfer Office
Director Unijobs Limited
Director UL Alumni Limited
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Academic Organisation Chart
Irish World Academy of Music
& Dance
Faculty of Education and
Health Sciences
Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Faculty of Business
Faculty of Science & Engineering
Chemical & Environmental Science
Architecture
Computer Science &
Information Systems
Life Sciences
Civil Engineering & Materials
Science
Mechanical, Aeronautical & Biomedical Engineering
Electronic & Computer Engineering
Design & Manufacturing Technology
Mathematics & Statistics
MedicineEducation & Professional
Studies
Nursing & Midwifery
Physical Education
& Sport Science
Psychology
Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy
Speech & Language Therapy
Physics & Energy
Accounting & Finance
AssociateVice President
Academic
Vice President Academic &
Registrar
Associate Registrar
Economics
Management & Marketing
Personnel & Employment
Relations
Governing Authority
President
Academic Council
History
Languages, Literature, Culture & Communication
Law
Sociology
Politics & Public Administration
Limerick & the Mid-West Region
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Limerick is the third most populous city in Ireland, and is located in Ireland’s Mid-West region. It is situated at a strategic position on the majestic River Shannon with four main crossing points near the city centre.
The earliest settlement in the city dates back to the
pre-Viking and Viking eras. History also records an
important battle involving Cormac mac Airt in 221 and
a visit by St. Patrick in 434. Records show that, in 812
the Vikings sailed up the Shannon and pillaged the city.
The Normans redesigned the city in the 12th century and
added much of the most notable architecture, such as
King John’s Castle and St Mary’s Cathedral.
In early medieval times Limerick was at the centre of the
Kingdom of Thomond which corresponds to the present
day Mid-West Region. One of the kingdom’s most
notable kings was Brian Boru, ancestor of the O’Brien
Clan of Dalcassians. The word Thomond is synonymous
with the region and is retained in place names such as
Thomondgate, Thomond Bridge and Thomond Park,
home ground of Munster rugby.
In addition to being the region’s capital, Limerick City
is also a main tourist destination along the Wild Atlantic
Way tourist trail that extends the entire Atlantic seaboard
along the west coast of Ireland. Limerick also benefits
from having an excellent road and rail infrastructure,
linking it to other major centres as well as Shannon
airport (40 minutes), Cork airport (70 minutes) and
Dublin airport (2 hours).
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Limerick’s location in the Mid-West Region means that it has an exceptional recreational and cultural hinterland with its close proximity to the sea, its inland lakes and waterways, fertile farmland, hills and mountains.
In close proximity to the city are
heritage towns such as Adare and
Killaloe; and nearby attractions
include Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of
Moher and the unique Burren, one
of the world’s finest examples of
glacio-karst landscapes composed
of limestone pavements over an
area of 250 sq. km. Its micro-climate
is home to a diverse array of plants
and wild flowers where arctic/
alpine plants grow side by side with
Mediterranean species.
This allows for the pursuit of a vast range of recreational activities including
cycling, yachting, kayaking, fishing, shooting, hunting and hill walking to
name but a few. It has a number of blue-flag sandy beaches within close
proximity; and the country’s third largest lake (130 sq.km.), Lough Derg, only
a short distance from the city, is one of the region’s recreational gems. The
University’s own Sports Adventure Centre at Lough Derg provides an array of
sporting activities with state of the art equipment and professional staff.
Attractions of architectural and historical note in the city centre include
Limerick City Museum, King John’s Castle (1212), St Mary’s Cathedral
(1168), the Hunt Museum, Georgian houses and gardens; and the Treaty
Stone, on which was the Treaty Of Limerick was reputedly signed in 1691
(and later dishonoured) at the conclusion of a battle that defined the
course of history of 17th Century Europe.
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In 2011 Limerick was named as the European City of Sport. Sporting
Limerick is well-known for its interest and involvement a wide range
of sports; with rugby, Gaelic football, hurling soccer, golf, horse racing,
basketball and tennis being the most popular sporting pastimes in the
City. Limerick is also the headquarters of Munster Rugby and Thomond
Park, its home stadium, is a key feature on the city’s landscape. For the
amateur golfer, there are numerous golf courses located close to the
City including three Championship courses. There will be an opportunity
to get excellent practice and tuition in the soon to be developed PGA
accredited Golf Academy on Campus.
The city is now re-emerging after the recession as a successful
investment location for businesses from within and outside of
Ireland. Its recent economic success, particularly in terms of
attracting large scale multinational investment means that there
are now more than 14,500 people working in 116 overseas
companies in the Mid-West region. This increased international
presence in the region is due in no small part to the availability of
cutting-edge research, the development of new products and the
availability of highly skilled graduates of the University of Limerick.
This continuous investment has already transformed the city
centre. To further capitalise on this progress, Limerick is investing
over €1billion in enterprise and investment infrastructure and
targeting the delivery of a further 12,000 jobs as part of the
“Limerick 2030 Vision: An Economic and Spatial Plan for Limerick”.
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Listed in FDI Magazine’s biennial
league tables of the most attractive
locations in Europe for future inward
investment:
+ Designated ‘European City of the
Future’ in its population category
+ Top 10 European cities in its
population category for ‘Human
Capital & Lifestyles’
+ Top 10 Northern European Cities.
+ Runner-up in its population
category for ‘Business
Friendliness’, ‘Economic Potential’
and ‘FDI Strategy’.
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Limerick became Ireland’s
inaugural National City of
Culture in 2014, with a wide
variety of artistic and cultural
events occurring at various
locations around the city
throughout the entire year.
It is also a finalist in the current
competition for European City
of Culture 2020 which will be
awarded in late 2016.
The city hosts the prestigious
biennial EVA International Art
Exhibition curated each year by
an invited curator of renown.
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Additional Information for Candidates
Strategic DocumentsBROADENING HORIZONS University of Limerick Strategic Plan 2015-19
PDF 3D Issue version
ENGAGED LEARNINGUniversity of Limerick Teaching, Learning & Assessment Strategy 2014-18
EXCELLENCE & IMPACT 2020Research & Innovation Strategy for the University of Limerick
CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT PLANUniversity of Limerick Capital Development Plan 2014-18
PeriodicalsUL Links Magazine
PDF Archive
Video
UL Campus - Aerial Video
University Concert Hall Enhancing the Experience
BROADENING HORIZONS University of Limerick Strategic Plan 2015-19
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