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How to get to Limerick

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Places of Historic Interest in Limerick King John’s Castle on the river Shannon

The “Treaty Stone”, on which, the infamous treaty of Limerick was said to have been signed

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Places of Historic Interest in 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 Interest in Limerick The new rugby stadium in Limerick (Thomond Park)

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The University of Limerick Ariel 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.

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Specific focus on biotechnology – the way of the future

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Focus on developing Ireland as a leading research based country

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Science Foundation Ireland fund of €686 million for research

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Programme for 3rd level research €250 million

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Challenge: will Ireland have enough Science graduates to meet the demand?

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Bachelor of Science Science 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 International Week Fachhochschule Köln

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Bachelor of Science Education Courses: • Physical Education • Science (Education) Biological Sciences with Physics or Chemistry • Physical Sciences – Physics and Chemistry (Education)

Health Courses: • Nursing (General) • Nursing (Mental health) • Nursing (Intellectual disability) • Midwifery • Physiotherapy

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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 International Week Fachhochschule Köln

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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. International Week Fachhochschule Köln

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Typical Coop Placements • • • • • • • • •

Bachelor of Business Studies Law & Accounting European Studies Public Admin Computer Systems Food Technology Industrial Chemistry Aeronautical Eng Electronic Engineering

J. P. Morgan, London KPMG, Dublin Alcatel, Paris Dept of Finance, Dublin Fidelity Invest., Boston Glanbia, Kilkenny Pfizers, Cork Boeing, Seattle 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. International Week Fachhochschule Köln

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First Destination of the graduates The College of Science (2006) 3% 2% 15%

Employed In Ireland Employed Overseas

7%

Further Study Not Available 73%

Seeking Employment

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First Destination of the graduates The College of Science (2007) 4% 5% Employed In Ireland 17% Employed Overseas Further Study 10%

Not Available 73% Seeking Employment

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Salaries (average) for College of Science Graduates 2006 40,000 35,000 30,000

Industrial Chemistry Applied Physics

25,000

Environmental Science Industrial Biochemistry

20,000

Food Science & Health Physiotheropy

15,000

Nursing Equine Science

10,000

Sport & Exercise Sciences

5,000 0

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Social Amenities in UL

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Sport in UL

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Thank you any Questions

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