University of Limerick for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Foundation Year required via UL Foundation Programme. KCSE accepted as O-level equivalent. Foundation route required for KCSE holders.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €16,000–€22,000. Application deadline: Rolling — apply by March for September intake.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3/4 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €13,000–€22,000. Application deadline: Rolling. Decision time: 3–6 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.3/4. Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES)
by Irish Government (HEA) · Masters, Phd
Learn more →UL International Merit Scholarship
by University of Limerick · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Limerick accept KCSE?
KCSE (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) is accepted as a secondary school qualification for undergraduate foundation entry at UL. For Masters admission, a recognised Kenyan Bachelor's degree with minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 (2:1 equivalent) is required — secondary school qualifications are not relevant at Masters level.
What GPA is needed for Masters at University of Limerick?
University of Limerick requires a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 (UK 2:1 equivalent) for most Masters programmes. The Kemmy Business School is triple-accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) — the only such business school in Ireland outside Dublin — making UL particularly strong for MBA and MSc Business applicants from Kenya.
Are there scholarships for Kenyan students at University of Limerick?
Yes. The UL International Merit Scholarship of €1,500/year is automatically considered at application with no separate form required. The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES) also offers full tuition waiver plus €10,000 stipend for Masters and PhD students.
Tips for Applying to UL
University of Limerick is the standout choice for Kenyan students targeting Business and MBA programmes outside Dublin — its Kemmy Business School holds the rare triple accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) that major employers recognise globally, with Limerick's living costs substantially lower than Dublin. The automatic €1,500 merit scholarship requires no additional application, reducing financial barriers. After completing a Masters, the 24-month Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) gives graduates two full years to work in Ireland, particularly valuable for Kenyan students seeking EU-based business careers.
Official source: University of Limerick ↗Cost of Living in Limerick
Among Ireland's most affordable cities for students.