Bachelor degree
48 months
Application deadlines: July 1
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: €35
Full-time
Intakes: September
International tuition: €11,423
Domestic tuition: €5,558
Program overview
A distinctive and integral part of the BBS in UL is the innovative Cooperative Education Programme. This programme places you in employment in an appropriate business environment for an eight-month period in 3rd year. You will earn the going rate for the job while on placement and have an opportunity to apply your business education in a real work environment.
The BBS programme offers you the opportunity to study abroad as part of the EU Socrates/ERASMUS programme. The University has links with premier business schools and universities in a wide range of European countries. These exchanges are open to both language and non-language students as many of our partner institutions provide courses in English. Study abroad is an integral part of the programme and you will gain full credit for participation in such placements.
Study options
This program can be done
On campus
Requirements
Exams:
- IELTS
- PTE
Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher Level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary Level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.
In addition, applicants must hold at least an O4/H7 grade in Mathematics. Students wishing to take a language option must have a H4 in that language, with the exception of Japanese where a H4 in a language other than English is required.
We welcome applications from mature students. Mature applicants must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February.
Career opportunities
Employment opportunities for BBS graduates have been excellent, as the degree provides a general business education as well as an opportunity to combine specialist options.The latest survey of BBS graduates revealed that only two per cent of BBS graduates were seeking employment. Students who complete the BBS may choose from a wide range of careers in the public and private sectors. The precise job titles will depend upon the student's special interests and abilities together with the nature of their employer's business (www.ul.ie/careers)
Typical Careers include:
Tax Consultant
Banking, Insurance and Financial Services
Accountant
Financial Analyst
Stockbroker
Pensions and Insurance
Administrator
Risk Analyst
Economist
Marketing Brand Manager
Advertising Account Manager
PR Manager
Management Consultant
HR Manager
HR Recruitment and Training
Public Relations Officer
Social Researcher
Campus location
Limerick
,
Ireland