UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK LANGUAGE CENTRE

A modern University with an international reputation for excellence. We offer high quality Programmes for adults including: • Year-Round Programme in General English (start any Monday); • Summer Programme (General English; Business English; English for Academic Purposes; Preparation for University;) • In-Service Courses for Teachers - Grant funded; • Preparation for University Programmes; • Custom-Designed Programmes for groups (e.g. Business, Aviation, Technical English). Professional yet friendly atmosphere. Exceptional teachers and language learning facilities ensure that course participants receive maximum benefit from their course. Valuable opportunities to mix with Irish and/or other international students and experience campus life. Superb recreational facilities on campus including the biggest indoor sports centre in Ireland. Host family and self-catering campus accommodation both available. Historic, vibrant city in a beautiful region. Easy access via Shannon Airport (30 mins). Ideal location from which to explore the South and West of Ireland. 2½ hours from Dublin.

Situated at the mouth of the river Shannon, Limerick stands as a dynamic educational, economic, social and recreational base serving the mid western region and the surrounding areas. Limerick's central location and vast range of travel and accommodation facilities provide an ideal base for both the prospective tourist and eager entrepreneur contributing greatly to the regions economic success. With breath-taking views of the river Shannon and Lough Gur, coupled with Limerick's many historical landmarks, e.g.. John's Castle, the Treaty Stone and Glenstal Abbey, Limerick boasts a strong and varied past. "What does Limerick have to offer you?" A question that holds many responses. Firstly, with approximately 49% of the total population ranging between the ages of 0 - 29, Limerick is a young vibrant City with a changing face focusing primarily on education, better road networks and infrastructure, and between social and leisure activities. In addition, Limerick is home to some of Ireland most reputed third level institutions e.g. the University of Limerick and Limerick Institute of Technology. These institutions are committed to turning out thousands of quality graduates each year to meet the growing demand for professionals in the Mid-west region. When it come to sports, Limerick has a wide array of sporting facilities, including a 50mswimming pool, a new racecourse and many fine golf courses.

Standard courses generally run from 09.00 to 13.00 each weekday, giving a total of 20 hours per course each week. In the afternoons, participants may use our Self-Access Area for individual study or may explore the many attractions of Limerick and the surrounding countryside. Intensive Courses generally run from 09.00 to 13.00 each weekday and from 14.00 to 16.30 on two afternoons, giving a total of 25 hours a week. (For morning classes, participants may be in the same class groupings as participants in the Standard Courses.) Participants are free on three afternoons per week to join the social activities or explore Limerick and the region. Afternoon classes allow participants to develop their General English. The classes are also suitable for students who intend taking one of the following Cambridge examinations: PET, First Certificate, Advanced. (Further information on the Cambridge examinations is available at the following website: http://www.ucles.org.uk). As with all courses, entry to classes will be decided by the level of English demonstrated in the placement test.

Accommodation on campus (student village) or with host families can be booked in advance, according to each course participant's requirements. * Campus Accommodation: The University has five student villages on campus. These consist of individual study bedrooms with communal kitchen and sitting-room in modern apartments/houses which accommodate 4 or 6 people. All bedrooms are single rooms. Accommodation is normally in the newest of the student villages, Dromroe or Thomond Villages, where all bedrooms have an en suite bathroom. Price: €140 per week during the summer. This rate includes towels and linen on arrival, and one linen per week. Houses are cleaned once a day. * Homestay: Accommodation is organised with local families. Family accommodation includes half-board Monday to Friday (Bed/Breakfast/Evening Meal) and full board at the weekends. All rooms are single rooms unless otherwise requested. Price: €140 per week

A range of optional activities and excursions is available to course participants. Activities can include visits to the theatre, cinema, pubs with Irish music, international food fairs, sports, Irish dancing. Courses include a free half-day excursions to some of the many interesting locations near Limerick, and a free full-day excursions at the weekends. Participants can also use the excellent sports facilities on campus. The cost varies according to the activities/excursions and students only pay for those in which they decide to take part. There is something for everyone!