University of Limerick

Applicants must have a primary degree in a social science or related discipline, with first or second-class honours (Level 8 - QQI) or an approved equivalent qualification. Candidates should be proficient in the use of English.


What to Include with Your Application

- Qualification transcripts and certificates

- English language qualification(s) if English is not your first language

- Certified English translation of your transcripts/certificates where the original transcripts are in a language other than English.

- A copy of your birth certificate or passport


English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet one of the criteria below (no longer than two years prior to application):


Acceptable English Language qualifications include the following:

- Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved

- Irish Leaving Certificate English – Ordinary Level Grade D or above

- TOEFL – 580 (paper based) or 90 (internet based)

- IELTS – Minimum score of 6.5* with no less than 6 in any one component.

- English Test for English and Academic Purposes (ETAPP) – Grade C1

- GCE 'O' level English Language/GCSE English Language – Grade C or above

- University of Cambridge ESOL – Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade C / Certificate in Advanced English Grade A

- GCE Examination Boards – Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations – Grade C / Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate – School Certificate Pass 1-6 / University of London Entrance and School Examinations Council – School Certificate Pass 1-6


Results in examinations other than those listed above may also be accepted as meeting our English language requirements. Contact the International Education Division for advice.