2025 Graduate Outcome Survey Release
2025 Graduate Outcomes Survey Graduates of 2024 1
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Introduction
The Cooperative Education and Careers Division is delighted to present the findings of the survey of the UL Class of 2024.
This year’s Graduate Outcomes Report reflects the voices of 2,701 respondents, representing the largest survey of UL graduates to date and providing significant data across all award categories. The report allows us to examine and cross-reference the survey results using a wide range of indicators, including award level, employment status, further study/training, faculty, programme, gender, location, salary, and sector. These findings are widely used for programme planning, accreditation, rankings, quality reviews, marketing, and strategic reporting purposes. The report reflects a healthy graduate labour market, with 95% of UL graduates progressing directly into employment or further study. The highest concentrations of graduates are in the Mid-West, East, and South-West regions of Ireland. Internationally, the most popular destinations for the Class of 2024 were Europe, North America, and Great Britain. The UL Class of 2024 report forms part of a national survey of graduate outcomes deployed annually by the Higher Education Authority. The national data are used extensively by government agencies, second-level guidance counsellors, and applicants for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. I would like to extend my thanks to Gavin Connell and Mark Robert for their work on this extensive survey and hope that you will find the report and its findings both interesting and useful. Kind regards,
Patrice Dr Patrice Twomey, Director, Cooperative Education and Careers Division
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Contents
Introduction..............................................................................................................3
Executive Summary.................................................................................................5
Results by Award Levels.........................................................................................7
Overall Data.......................................................................................11
Postgraduate Research....................................................................19
Taught Masters................................................................................27
Undergraduate Honours Degree....................................................35
Other Undergraduate Programmes...............................................43
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences....................................................................51
Education & Health Sciences...............................................................................59
Kemmy Business School......................................................................................67
Science & Engineering.........................................................................................75
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Graduate Outcomes Report 2025 Class of 2024 Survey coverage: 4,745 graduates surveyed; 2,701 responses received (57% response rate).
Employment outcomes:
81% entered employment directly after graduation. 70% are working in Ireland, with 11% employed globally.
Further study & training:
14% progressed to further study or training.
Seeking employment: 4% of graduates were actively job-seeking; 1% were unavailable for employment (e.g. health, family commitments, gap year).
Impact of qualification level:
PhD/Research graduates: 94% in employment. Taught Masters: 85% in employment. Undergraduate Honours Degrees: 79% in employment.
Graduate salaries:
Average salary: €41,347 (up €288 on last year). 82% of graduates earn more than €30,000. Salaries by qualification: PhD/Research Masters: €54,512 Taught Masters: €45,767 Undergraduate Honours Degrees: €37,204
Employment by sector: Industry: 19%
Human Health & Social Work: 17% Financial, Insurance & Real Estate: 13% Professional, Scientific & Technical: 12% Education: 12%
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Geographic spread: 63% employed along the Western Corridor (West, Mid-West, South-West). 27% employed in the East. Global destinations: Europe 38% (+2% on last year), North America 26%, UK 16%.
Additional Insights – Class of 2024
A consistent theme across the Graduate Outcomes Survey and the Early Careers Employer Survey is the strong workplace readiness of UL graduates. Employers frequently point to the value of UL’s placement model, which spans Co-operative Education across all faculties, school placements for trainee teachers, and clinical placements in Nursing and Allied Health. These experiences ensure graduates leave UL with not only academic expertise but also significant professional experience and confidence in applying their skills. Graduates are moving into employment quickly, particularly in healthcare, education, engineering, and financial services. Many secure offers directly from their placement employers, while others benefit from the competitive edge these experiences provide when applying elsewhere. Structured graduate programmes, especially within multinational companies and professional services firms, also remain an important career pathway. Placements provide more than a line on a CV; they allow students to put theory into practice in settings that mirror their future careers. Engineering and business students on Co-op, trainee teachers in classrooms, and nursing or allied health students in hospitals and community health services all gain invaluable first-hand experience. Employers consistently identify this practical grounding as a key differentiator of UL graduates. There is also a wider community dimension. Placements in schools, hospitals, and health services contribute directly to regional development while strengthening employability. They enable graduates to enter the labour market with a clear sense of purpose and responsibility, positioning them to contribute effectively to inclusive and values-driven workplaces in Ireland and abroad.
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Results by Award Levels All Faculties, All Award Levels
98%
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
95%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
95%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
84% 81%
75% 83%
87%
Employed Overseas
7% 10%
11%
12%
11%
17% 14% 9% 11%
Further Study/Training
14%
93%
Not Available
1%
2% 1% 2% 1%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
7% 2% 3% 4%
4%
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Results by Award Levels All Faculties The 2025 Graduate Outcomes Report highlights the strong demand for University of Limerick (UL) graduates across both Irish and international labour markets. Of the Class of 2024, 81% moved directly into employment, with the majority (70%) beginning their careers in Ireland and a further 11% securing roles overseas. Alongside this, 14% pursued further study or training, reflecting the continued value of advanced qualifications in a competitive market. The results reaffirm the positive link between higher educational attainment and graduate success. Employment rates rise to 94% among PhD and research graduates, 85% for taught Masters, and 79% for undergraduates. Salaries mirror this trend, ranging from €54,512 for PhD/Research Masters graduates, to €45,767 for taught Masters, and €37,204 for undergraduates. Across the cohort as a whole, the average salary stood at €41,347, with more than four in five graduates earning above €30,000. Graduates continue to contribute across a wide range of sectors, most notably Industry (19%), Human Health and Social Work (17%), Financial, Insurance and Real Estate (13%), Professional, Scientific and Technical roles (12%), and Education (12%). Geographically, the Western Corridor remains the top employment destination, accounting for 63% of graduates in work, compared with 27% in the East. Overseas, opportunities were most frequently secured in Europe (38%), North America (26%), and the UK (16%). These results demonstrate UL’s ongoing role in producing graduates who are adaptable, highly employable, and aligned with the evolving needs of the labour market — contributing not only to regional development but also to the wider global talent pool.
Please note that in some cases the totals may not equal 100% due to rounding.
Postgraduate Research, All Faculties 160 graduates were surveyed, with 112 responding, resulting in a 70% response rate.
Currently employed in Ireland – 65% of graduates. Currently employed overseas - 24% of graduates. Further study or research - 4% of graduates. Seeking employment - 4% of graduates. Not Available for Work - 2% of graduates.
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Results by Award Levels All Faculties
Taught Masters Degree, All Faculties A total of 1258 graduates were surveyed, with 689 responding, Resulting in a 38% response rate.
Currently employed in Ireland – 72% of graduates. Currently employed overseas - 13% of graduates. Further study or research - 4% of graduates.
Seeking employment - 8% of graduates. Not available for work - 2% of graduates. Undergraduate Honours Degree, All Faculties A total of 2746 graduates were surveyed, with 1642 responding, Resulting in a 60% response rate. Seeking employment - 2% of graduates. Not available for work - 1% of graduates. Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas, All Faculties A total of 270 graduates were surveyed, with 98 responding, Resulting in a 36% response rate. Currently employed in Ireland – 69% of graduates. Currently employed overseas - 10% of graduates. Further study or research - 17% of graduates.
Currently employed in Ireland – 88% of graduates. Currently employed overseas - 4% of graduates. Further study or research - 5% of graduates.
Seeking employment - 1% of graduates. Not available for work - 2% of graduates.
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Results by Award Levels All Faculties Other Undergraduate Programmes All Faculties A total of 311 graduates were surveyed, with 160 respondents. Resulting in a 51% response rate.
Currently employed in Ireland – 71% of graduates. Currently employed overseas - 4% of graduates. Further study or research - 26% of graduates.
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Overall Data Graduate Employability
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Award Levels The data below represents the current status of the graduates of 2024 for each of the award levels. This includes Postgraduate Research, Taught Masters, Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas, Undergraduate Honours Degrees and Other Undergraduate programmes.
Postgraduate Research
Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
Taught Masters
Other Undergraduate Programmes
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
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Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Faculty Level
The data below represents the current status of the graduates of 2024 for all award levels, at Faculty level. This includes Postgraduate Research, Taught Masters, Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas, Undergraduate Honours Degrees and Other Undergraduate programmes.
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Education & Health Sciences
Kemmy Business School
Science & Engineering
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Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Faculty All Award Levels - Gender
Male
Female
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
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Average Salaries All Faculties
Salary outcomes from the Graduate Outcomes Survey provide clear insights into the economic value of higher education at UL. For the Class of 2024, the average graduate salary stood at €41,347, with over four in five graduates earning above €30,000. Field of study, the nature of the role, employment sector, and geographical location all play a part in shaping graduate salaries. Sectors such as technology and pharmaceuticals continue to command higher starting pay, particularly in urban centres and high-cost regions, where salaries reflect both specialist skills and living costs. For students, this data supports informed choices about courses and career planning. For employers and policymakers, it provides a sharper understanding of salary dynamics across the graduate labour market. €54,512 €37,205 €45,767 Postgraduate Research Undergraduate Honours Degrees Taught Masters €47,944 €51,514 Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas Other Undergraduate Programmes
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Award Levels All Faculties Sectors of Employment
17%
13%
12%
12%
19%
Human Health & Social Work
Education
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Industry
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
3%
6%
5%
2%
2%
Administrative & Support Service
Wholesale & Retail
Information & Communication
Transportation & Storage
Construction
2% 1%
4%
Public Administration & Defence
Accommodation & Food Services
Other
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Region of Employment The Western Corridor — spanning the West, Mid-West, and South-West — remains the most significant destination for UL graduates. In 2024, 63% of the class found employment within the region, reinforcing the strong link between UL’s talent pipeline and regional economic performance. Employers highlight that retention in the region is supported not only by the availability of graduate roles but also by lifestyle, affordability, and the flexibility offered by hybrid work models. While Dublin and the East continue to attract graduates, employment is now more evenly spread, with strong representation across healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, financial services, and technology.
Northern Ireland
0%
1%
Border Region
West
9%
3%
27%
Midlands
East
40%
South-East
Mid-West
5%
South-West
14%
At the same time, employers responding to the Early Careers Employer Survey note a slowdown in foreign direct investment and more cautious hiring by multinationals, reflecting current global economic uncertainty. Despite this, regional resilience has been strengthened by a “nearshoring” approach, with employers decentralising operations without losing access to skilled graduates. This sustained flow of graduates into regional employment underlines UL’s critical role in building resilience, supporting employers, and contributing to the long-term competitiveness of Ireland’s western and southern regions. 17
Region of Employment
Great Britain
16%
26%
North America
11%
38%
Asia & Pacific
EU
5%
Middle East
2%
1%
Africa
South & Latin America
The Class of 2024 continues to demonstrate strong international mobility, with 11% securing employment overseas. This reflects both the demand for UL graduates abroad and the global recognition of Irish qualifications. This year, Education emerged as the leading sector for overseas employment (16%), followed by Human Health & Social Work (15%), Professional, Scientific & Technical roles (15%), Industry (13%), and Financial, Insurance & Real Estate (11%). The distribution highlights the adaptability of UL graduates across both technical professions and people-focused roles. Geographically, the European Union remains the top destination (38%), showing a 2% increase on last year. North America (26%) and Great Britain (16%) also remain significant destinations, supported by strong cultural and economic ties. In an era of heightened economic uncertainty, UL graduates continue to compete successfully for opportunities abroad. Their ability to secure roles across a wide range of industries and geographies reinforces their reputation for quality, ambition, and adaptability in the global workforce.
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Postgraduate Research Employability Trends
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Postgraduate Research All Faculties Current Situation
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study 100%
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
100%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
95%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
68% 65%
79% 69%
64%
Employed Overseas
17% 24%
27%
26%
24%
2% 1% 2% 1%
Further Study/Training
4%
76%
Not Available
2%
N/A 5% 4% N/A
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
2% 1% 4% 5%
4%
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Postgraduate Research All Faculties
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
The data below represents the current status of the graduates of 2024 for Postgraduate Research, all Faculties. Postgraduate Research - PhD and Research Masters
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Sciences
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Kemmy Business School
Science & Engineering
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Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Postgraduate Research All Faculties - Gender
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
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Average Salaries The average starting salary for graduates from the University of Limerick's Postgraduate Research programmes is €54,512. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni.
€54,512 Postgraduate Research €45,767 €37,205 Masters Taught Undergraduate Honours Degree €51,514 €47,944 Other Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
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Award Levels Postgraduate Research - All Faculties Sector of Employment
16%
10% 7%
34% 22%
Financial, Insurance and Real Estate
Education
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Industry
Human Health & Social Work
1%
1%
14%
3%
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Public Administration & Defence
Information & Communication
Other
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Region of Employment Postgraduate Research
Northern Ireland
1%
0%
Border Region
West
9%
22%
0%
Midlands
East
57%
South-East
Mid-West
1%
9%
South-West
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Region of Employment Postgraduate Research
Great Britain
16%
24%
North America
12%
28%
EU
Asia & Pacific
16%
Middle East
0%
4%
Africa
South & Latin America
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Taught Masters Employability Trends
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Taught Masters All Faculties
95%
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
89%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
90%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
72% 72%
71% 80%
78%
Employed Overseas
9% 11%
14%
16%
13%
4% 4% 3% 2%
86%
Further Study/Training
4%
Not Available
2%
3% 3% 1% 1%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
14% 2% 5% 8%
8 %
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Taught Masters All Faculties
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
The data below represents the current status of the graduates of 2024 for Taught Masters, all Faculties.
Education & Health Sciences
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Science & Engineering
Kemmy Business School
29
Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Taught Masters All Faculties
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
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Average Salaries The average starting salary for graduates from the University of Limerick's Taught Master’s programmes is €45,767. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni.
€45,767 Masters Taught €54,512 €37,205 Postgraduate Research Undergraduate Honours Degree €51,541 €47,944 Other undergraduate programmes Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
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Award Levels Taught Masters - All Faculties Sector of Employment
22%
8%
17%
12%
8%
Information & Communication
Education
Human Health & Social Work
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Industry
4%
2%
4%
6%
8%
Transportation & Storage
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Public Administration & Defence
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
Construction
6%
1%
1%
2%
Other
Wholesale & Retail
Accommodation & Food Services
Administrative & Support Service
32
Region of Employment Taught Masters
Northern Ireland
1%
Border Region
1%
West
10%
2%
33%
East
Midlands
35%
South-East
Mid-West
4%
South-West
14%
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Region of Employment Taught Masters
Great Britain
13%
16%
North America
52%
11%
EU
Asia & Pacific
0%
Middle East
7%
1%
Africa
South & Latin America
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Undergraduate Honours Degree Employability Trends 35
Undergraduate Honours All FACULTIES
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
99%
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
96%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
96%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
71% 69%
64% 67%
72%
Employed Overseas
6% 9%
9%
11%
10%
25% 21%
15%
15%
Further Study/Training
17%
96%
Not Available
1%
1% 1% 2% 1%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
4% 1% 2% 2%
2%
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Undergraduate Honours All Faculties Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
The data below represents the current status of the graduates of 2024 for Undergraduate Honours Degree, all faculties.
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Education & Health Sciences
Kemmy Business School
Science & Engineering
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Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Undergraduate Honours All Faculties
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
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Average Salaries The average starting salary for graduates from the University of Limerick's Undergraduate Honours Degree programme is €37,205. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni. €37,205 Undergraduate Honours Degree €54,512 €45,767 Postgraduate Research Masters Taught €51,514 €47,944 Other undergraduate programmes Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
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Award Levels Undergraduate Honours Degrees - All Faculties Sector of Employment
17%
12%
20%
13%
11%
Education
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
Industry
Human Health & Social Work
3%
3%
2%
6%
6%
Wholesale & Retail
Administrative & Support Service
Transportation & Storage
Construction
Information & Communication
1%
3%
1%
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Public Administration & Defence
Other
40
Region of Employment Undergraduate Honours Degree
Northern Ireland
0%
1%
Border Region
West
8%
3%
24%
Midlands
East
44%
South-East
Mid-West
6%
South-West
14%
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Region of Employment Undergraduate Honours Degree
Great Britain
17%
34%
North America
12%
31%
EU
Asia & Pacific
6%
Middle East
0%
0%
Africa
South & Latin America
42
Other Undergraduate Programmes Employability Trends 43
Other Undergraduate Programmes All FACULTIES
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
100%
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
100%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
100%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
71%
70%
79% 90%
90%
Employed Overseas
3% 2%
N/A
2%
4%
2%
3%
15%
10%
Further Study/Training
26%
100%
Not Available
0%
11%
5% 5% 6%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
4%
2%
0%
2% 1%
44
Other Undergraduate Degrees All Faculties The data below represents the current status of the graduates of 2024 for Other Undergraduate Programmes, all faculties. Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Education & Health Sciences
Kemmy Business School
Science & Engineering
45
Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Other Undergraduate All Faculties
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
46
Average Salaries The average starting salary for graduates from the University of Limerick's Other Undergraduate programmes is €51,514. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni.
€51,514 Other Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Research €54,512 €45,767 Masters Taught
Undergraduate Honours Degree €37,205
€47,944 Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
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Award Levels Other Undergraduate Programmes - All Faculties Sector of Employment
31%
19%
14%
8%
3%
Public Administration & Defence
Transportation & Storage
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Industry
Human Health & Social Work
3%
2%
3%
3%
2%
Wholesale & Retail
Construction
Information & Communication
Accommodation & Food Services
Education
1%
1%
5%
Administrative & Support Service
Other
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
48
Region of Employment Other Undergraduate Programmes
Northern Ireland
0%
1%
Border Region
West
10%
8%
42%
Midlands
East
21%
South-East
Mid-West
5%
South-West
13%
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Region of Employment Other Undergraduate Programmes
Great Britain
33%
17%
North America
33%
0%
EU
Asia & Pacific
0%
0%
Middle East
17%
Africa
South & Latin America
50
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Employability Trends 51
Results by Award Levels ARTS, HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
98%
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
95%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
95%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
58%
60%
58% 60%
48%
Employed Overseas
11% 12%
11%
13%
11%
24%
29%
21%
23%
Further Study/Training
24%
93%
Not Available
2%
5% 2% 3% 2%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
4% 3% 9% 4%
5%
52
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Award Level Employment
Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
Postgraduate Research
Taught Masters
Other Undergraduate Programmes
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
53
Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Male
Female
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
54
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Average Salary Data
The average starting salary for graduates for Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences is €35,104. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni.
€35,104 Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
€39,500
Taught Masters €43,125 €40,538 Postgraduate Research €30,077
Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
€32,500
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Other Undergraduate Programmes
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Arts Humanities & Social Sciences Employment Sectors 17% 9% 27% 7% 8%
Information & Communication
Public Administration & Defence
Education
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
Social Work Human Health &
6%
4%
3%
2%
6%
Wholesale & Retail
Administrative & Support Service
Transportation & Storage
Industry
Professional, Scientific & Technical
1%
8%
1%
1%
Accommodation & Food Services
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Other
Construction
56
Region of Employment Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Northern Ireland
1%
1%
Border Region
West
6%
3%
26%
Midlands
East
44%
South-East
Mid-West
6%
South-West
14%
57
Region of Employment Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Great Britain
16%
14%
North America
46%
11%
EU
Asia & Pacific
9%
Middle East
5%
0%
Africa
South & Latin America
58
Education & Health Sciences Employability Trends
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Results by Award Levels EDUCATION & HEALTH SCIENCES - All Award Levels
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
98%
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
95%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
95%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
65%
75%
76% 77%
75%
Employed Overseas
12% 11%
11%
13%
11%
7% 9%
3%
9%
Further Study/Training
12%
93%
Not Available
1%
1%
2% 2% 1%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
1% 10% 2%
1%
3%
60
Education & Health Sciences Award Level Employment
Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
Postgraduate Research
Taught Masters
Other Undergraduate Programmes
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
61
Education & Health Sciences Gender
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
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€42,722 Education & Health Sciences €58,750 €44,221 €37,932 Postgraduate Research Taught Masters Undergraduate Honours Degrees €47,381 €47,383 Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas Other Undergraduate Programmes Education & Health Sciences Average Salary Data The average starting salary for graduates from Education & Health Sciences is €42,722. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni.
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Education & Health Sciences Employment Sectors
48%
6%
5%
2%
26%
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Education
Industry
Transportation & Storage
Human Health & Social Work
1%
1%
1%
1%
1%
Wholesale & Retail
Accommodation & Food Services
Information & Communication
Public Administration & Defence
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
5%
Other
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Region of Employment Education & Health Sciences
Northern Ireland
1%
1%
Border Region
West
8%
5%
29%
Midlands
East
36%
South-East
Mid-West
5%
South-West
15%
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Region of Employment Education & Health Sciences
Great Britain
13%
48%
North America
4%
26%
EU
Asia & Pacific
7%
0%
Middle East
1%
Africa
South & Latin America
66
Kemmy Business School Employability Trends
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Results by Award Levels KEMMY BUSINESS SCHOOL
98%
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
95%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
95%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
75%
76%
73% 79%
81%
Employed Overseas
14% 7%
10%
12%
9%
6%
6%
7%
12%
Further Study/Training
11%
93%
Not Available
1%
1% 1%
1%
1%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
N/A 2% 4%
4%
5%
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Kemmy Business School Award Level Employment
Taught Masters
Postgraduate Research
Other Undergraduate Programmes
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
69
Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Kemmy Business School Gender
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
70
Kemmy Business School
Average Salary Data
The average starting salary for graduates from Kemmy Business School is €39,088. This figure is derived from the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) salary responses. Factors such as the graduate's field of study, job type, employment sector, and work location play a significant role in determining the salary levels of UL alumni.
€39,088 Kemmy Business School
Undergraduate Honours Degrees €37,956 €40,479 Taught Masters €46,786 Other Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Research €61,250
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Kemmy Business School Employment Sectors
21%
5%
9% 6%
32%
Information & Communication
Industry
Professional, Scientific & Technical
Human Health & Social Work
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
4%
3%
2%
5%
4%
Wholesale & Retail
Transportation & Storage
Administrative & Support Service
Construction
Education
2%
2% 1%
3%
Accommodation & Food Services
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
Public Administration & Defence
Other
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Region of Employment Kemmy Business School
Northern Ireland
0%
0%
Border Region
West
9%
2%
29%
Midlands
East
40%
South-East
Mid-West
6%
South-West
14%
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Region of Employment Kemmy Business School
Great Britain
19%
19%
North America
18%
37%
Asia & Pacific
EU
2%
Middle East
5%
0%
Africa
South & Latin America
74
Science & Engineering Employability Trends
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Results by Award Levels SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
98%
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
Education & Health Science Graduates are in employment or in further study
95%
Business Graduates are in employment or in further study
Five Year Trending Data
95%
Years
2020 2021
2022 2023 2024
Science & Engineering Graduates are in employment or in further study
Employed in Ireland
74%
77%
71% 76%
81%
Employed Overseas
16% 8%
10%
9%
9%
6%
6%
9%
13%
Further Study/Training
11%
93%
Not Available
1%
1% 1%
1%
1%
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Graduates are in employment or in further study
Seeking Employment
3% 2%
4%
5%
4%
76
Science & Engineering Award Level Employment
Taught Masters
Postgraduate Research
Undergraduate Honours Degrees
Other Undergraduate Programmes
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
77
Please note that in some cases the totals will not add up to 100% throughout this publication due to rounding whole numbers.
Science & Engineering Gender
Female
Male
Employed in Ireland Employed Overseas
In Further Study or Training Not Available for Employment Seeking Employment
78
Science & Engineering Average Salary Data
The average starting salary for UL Science & Engineering graduates is €44,384. The figure represents the current average based on those who completed the GOS and responded to the salary question. Some key factors continue to influence salary levels of UL graduates. They include discipline, type of job, employment sector, and location of employment. €44,384 Science & Engineering €39,410 Under graduate Honours Degrees Taught Masters €52,908
Postgraduate Research €51,912 €55,745 Other Undergraduate Programmes
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Science & Engineering Employment Sectors
33%
19%
11%
10%
7%
Information & Communication
Construction
Industry
Education
Professional, Scientific & Technical
1%
5%
1%
4%
4%
Wholesale & Retail
Public Administration & Defence
Human Health & Social Work
Financial, Insurance & Real Estate
Transportation & Storage
1%
1%
Accommodation & Food Services
Other
80
Region of Employment Science & Engineering
Northern Ireland
0%
2%
Border Region
West
11%
27%
3%
Midlands
East
37%
South-East
6%
Mid-West
South-West
15%
81
Region of Employment Science & Engineering
Great Britain
14%
23%
North America
42%
12%
EU
Asia & Pacific
6%
Middle East
3%
Africa
South & Latin America
82
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