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The University of Limerick warmly welcomes mature students to all its programmes of study and values the contribution they make to university life. Noreen Coveney O’Beirne is the Mature Student Officer at UL and is your support person in the Mature Student Office, and Maria O’Connell is the administrator. They hope to be of service to you as you take on the role of mature student. They also hope to be of assistance to those of you who are considering a course of study, by providing information which will allow you to make an informed decision concerning a return to formal education.
Supports Available
Some of you may be a little apprehensive about making a lifestyle change to that of mature student. Perhaps you have been away from formal study for a long period of time. You may be juggling a number of roles, for example, that of parent, spouse, carer, paid worker and now are also considering the addition of a mature student role. We are aware of the possible difficulties you may encounter as you journey through a degree/diploma course and have created a supportive environment for you. For example, an induction programme is provided for incoming mature students. Also, the following centres/offices will provide additional support when needed:
- Mathematics Learning Centre
- Science Learning Centre
- Information and Communications
Technologies (ICT) Learning Centre
- Study Skills from the Centre for Teaching
& Learning
- Career development
- Drop-in basic computer skills sessions
- Language Support Unit
- Regional Writing Centre
Mature Student Access Certificate Course
Are you interested in third-level but not quite ready to take on a degree course? Perhaps you might consider the pre-degree one-year access course. The Access Certificate course is designed for those individuals who feel that they lack (need to refresh) the skills to successfully undertake a degree course. It offers the opportunity to study introductory level subjects in one of the following disciplines: Humanities, Science, Electronic and Computer Technology, Business Studies, Engineering. Students also take modules in Computer Skills, Maths, Study Skills, Educational and Career Guidance and Personal Development. Further information on the Access Certificate course from the Mature Student Office.
Information and Advice
If you would like information and /or advice on the application process, courses, supports, life as a mature student, etc. please visit the Mature Student Office between 10h30-12h30, Monday to Friday (DM034). Pick up a copy of the Mature Student Handbook for further information on the supports and courses available.
Contact details:
Maria O’Connell, Mature Student Office
DM034, Main Building, University of Limerick
Telephone: 061 202735,
Email: maria.oconnell@ul.ie
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Student Profile
Noel Harrison
LM086 Bachelor of Science in
Health and Safety
"I choose this course initially because of the
work experience I had. I had worked in the
engineering and construction sector for 24
years and had witnessed quite a number of
accidents in my time, a lot of which could have
been easily avoided by taking a few very simple
and inexpensive steps. The course is very
challenging but extremely rewarding in the fact
that it covers every aspect of Health and Safety
for all industries.
My time in the University of Limerick has been
a life changing experience. I have made friends
with people of all ages and from all walks of life
I have also been involved in the new mentoring
programme for mature students and mentored
incoming first years. As a mature student, I
cannot stress how important it is to receive
the support one needs to complete a course
like this. I had never done chemistry and did
not have the knowledge of maths required to
get by in the first year of the course but with
the support of the Maths Learning Centre and
the Science Learning Centre provided by the
university, I was able to access the information
that I needed.
I would recommend UL to students of any age.
If one is considering continuing to third level or
returning to education after a long break, they
will receive all the help and support they need
to realise their ambitions. I will remember my
time at UL with fondness and pride."
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