Overview

This European Studies course from the University of Limerick develops knowledge and understanding of all of these areas linking them with knowledge of the cultures and languages of key member states. The University of Limerick has long led the way in Ireland in this field, with the result that this degree is one of the longest established European Studies degree programmes in Europe.

Career opportunities:

Employability skills from this degree:

Gathering, assessing, and interpreting information

Leading and participating in discussions and groups

Developing opinions and proposing ideas

Reading text to pick out the essential points

Adapting to new and changing surroundings

Working in teams and independently

Verbal and written communication

Organisation and working to deadlines

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

European Studies
History: Sources for History
Economics: Microeconomics
Law; Principles of Law
Politics/Public Admin
Sociology: Sociology of the Welfare State

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Limerick, Ireland

Disciplines

European Studies View 6 other Bachelors in European Studies in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include:
Two H5 (Higher level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
Note: Grade F6 in Foundation Mathematics also satisfies the minimum entry requirements. Foundation Maths is not reckonable for scoring purposes.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16900 EUR / year

≈ 16900 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2558 EUR / year

≈ 2558 EUR / year

Living costs

Limerick

Ireland

850 - 1150 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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