Limerick Institute of Technology: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4243 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1123 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #19 of 32 | In Ireland |
| #2 of 2 | In Limerick |
| #4098 of 4,586 | For Education Majors |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 6,500
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Master
- Website
- lit.ie
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 49%*
* Limerick Institute of Technology is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | Irish Leaving Certificate or recognized international equivalent |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 6,500 |
Research profile
Limerick Institute of Technology has published 533 scientific papers with 7,099 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering, Political Science, Philosophy, Sociology, Law, Physics, and Computer Science.
Limerick Institute of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 | 11 |
| 1993 | 0 | 4 |
| 1994 | 0 | 6 |
| 1995 | 0 | 9 |
| 1996 | 1 | 10 |
| 1997 | 0 | 5 |
| 1998 | 0 | 8 |
| 1999 | 2 | 5 |
| 2000 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 | 10 |
| 2002 | 4 | 14 |
| 2003 | 6 | 25 |
| 2004 | 4 | 30 |
| 2005 | 6 | 42 |
| 2006 | 11 | 30 |
| 2007 | 8 | 37 |
| 2008 | 11 | 32 |
| 2009 | 16 | 61 |
| 2010 | 19 | 68 |
| 2011 | 18 | 117 |
| 2012 | 25 | 145 |
| 2013 | 15 | 169 |
| 2014 | 34 | 188 |
| 2015 | 22 | 241 |
| 2016 | 22 | 285 |
| 2017 | 23 | 308 |
| 2018 | 39 | 359 |
| 2019 | 59 | 500 |
| 2020 | 44 | 680 |
| 2021 | 68 | 895 |
| 2022 | 24 | 902 |
| 2023 | 23 | 920 |
| 2024 | 16 | 883 |
Tuition
| Local studetns | EU students: 3000 per annum (EUR) |
|---|
Limerick Institute of Technology has financial aid programs.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Limerick Institute of Technology.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Doctoral Degree | Biotechnology, Design, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Fine Arts, Information Technology |
|---|
Notable alumni
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Michael Healy-Rae
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Michael Healy-Rae is an Irish independent politician who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Kerry constituency since 2016, and from 2011 to 2016 for the Kerry South constituency. He served as Chair of the Committee on European Union Affairs from 2016 to 2020. He has served as a Minister of State since January 2025.
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Joe Canning
- Occupations
- hurler
- Biography
-
Joseph Canning is an Irish hurler who plays for club side Portumna and previously at inter-county level with the Galway senior hurling team. Often considered one of the greatest players of any generation, Canning enjoyed a 14-season career with the Galway senior hurling team, won five All-Stars and was named GAA-GPA Hurler of the Year in 2017. He won seven major trophies in his inter-county career, including one All-Ireland Championship, three Leinster Championships and three National Hurling Leagues. A prolific scorer from play and placed balls, Canning holds the record for most sideline cuts scored (28) and was the championship's all-time top scorer with 27 goals and 486 points. His 62 championship appearances is a Galway record.
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Maurice Quinlivan
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Maurice Quinlivan is an Irish Sinn Féin politician who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Limerick City constituency since the 2016 general election. He was appointed Chair of the Committee on Enterprise, Trade and Employment in September 2020. He was chosen as Sinn Féin's nominee for Mayor of Limerick, at the 2024 election.
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Marcus Horan
- Occupations
- rugby union player
- Biography
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Marcus Horan is a retired Irish rugby union player who played prop for Munster and Ireland.
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Pat Breen
- Occupations
- farmerpolitician
- Biography
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Patrick Breen is an Irish former Fine Gael politician who served as a Minister of State from 2016 to 2020. He served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Clare constituency from 2002 to 2020.
Limerick Institute of Technology faculties and divisions
| Campus : LIT Tipperary | Accountancy, Art Therapy, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Energy Engineering, Environmental Management, Finance, French, German, Information Technology, Irish, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Modern Languages, Multimedia, Natural Resources, Psychology, Social and Community Services, Social Sciences, Software Engineering, Sports, Technology |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Applied Science, Engineering and Technology | Agricultural Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Automotive Engineering, Biology, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Business Computing, Chemistry, Computer Networks, Computer Science, E-Business/Commerce, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Energy Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Forensic Medicine and Dentistry, Information Technology, Management, Mechanical Engineering, Multimedia, Music, Pharmacy, Production Engineering, Road Engineering, Software Engineering, Sound Engineering (Acoustics), Systems Analysis, Technology, Transport Engineering, Video |
| Faculty : Business and Humanities | Accountancy, Arts and Humanities, Business Administration, Cooking and Catering, Finance, Hotel and Restaurant, Law, Management, Marketing, Social Work, Sports Management, Taxation |
| School : Art and Design | Art Education, Ceramic Art, Communication Arts, Design, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Media Studies, Painting and Drawing, Printing and Printmaking, Sculpture |
General information
| Alternative names | LIT |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1975 |
| Accreditation | Quality and Qualifications Ireland - QQI (Dearbhú Cáilíochta agus Cáilíochtaí Éireann) |
| Motto | Active Leadership in Education, Enterprise and Engagement |
| Colors | red, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | Moylish Limerick, V94 EC5T Ireland |
|---|---|
| City population | 63,000 |