How to Apply

Download your Postgrad Prospectus Here. 

To make an application please follow instructions below:

1. Click here for Taught Programmes, choose the programme of your choice
2. Read ‘Entry Requirement’ to find out the documents required to be uploaded with your application.  At the time of applying applicants must upload their educational documents (UL graduates do not need to upload UL Transcripts). 
3. Click APPLY NOW, then ‘new user’.  From there you will create a username and password, please take note of these in case you need to save the application and return to it later.   Remember to use upper and lower case letters, numbers and symbols in  password. If you experience any difficulties creating an account please check the type of browser you are using - Google Chrome can cause problems in some instances. If you have previously submitted an application to the University via the online application but are unable to remember your password - please use the forgotten password.
4. UPLOAD required documents - as set on under "What to include with your application" on the entry requirement section of the programme webpage
5. Pay an application fee of €50 (electronic transfer) which allows you to apply for two postgraduate programmes in one online application. 
6. The final step is to SUBMIT your application.

If you experience any difficulty with your Application please Contact Us

Recognition of Prior Learning

A key element in facilitating the return of adult learners to education is the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This is a system whereby learning acquired through certified programmes and/or through experience can be acknowledged as a basis for admission onto programmes and/or for gaining exemptions from specific parts of a programme. The purpose of RPL is to expand access to programmes and formal qualifications and to reduce the time and cost of programmes for people who already possess some of the knowledge, skills and competence which a programme seeks to develop. For further information on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), click here..

To make an application please follow instructions below:

1. Click here for Professional Education Programmes, choose the programme of your choice
2. Read ‘Entry Requirement’ to find out the documents required to be uploaded with your application.  At the time of applying applicants must upload their educational documents (UL graduates do not need to upload UL Transcripts). 
3. Click APPLY NOW, then ‘new user’.  From there you will create a username and password, please take note of these in case you need to save the application and return to it later.   Remember to use upper and lower case letters, numbers and symbols in  password. If you experience any difficulties creating an account please check the type of browser you are using - Google Chrome can cause problems in some instances. If you have previously submitted an application to the University via the online application but are unable to remember your password - please use the forgotten password.
4. UPLOAD required documents - as set on under "What to include with your application" on the entry requirement section of the programme webpage
5. Pay an application fee of €50 (electronic transfer) which allows you to apply for two postgraduate programmes in one online application. 
6. The final step is to SUBMIT your application.

If you experience any difficulty with your Application please contact us.

Recognition of Prior Learning

A key element in facilitating the return of adult learners to education is the Universitys Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This is a system whereby learning acquired through certified programmes and/or through experience can be acknowledged as a basis for admission onto programmes and/or for gaining exemptions from specific parts of a programme. The purpose of RPL is to expand access to programmes and formal qualifications and to reduce the time and cost of programmes for people who already possess some of the knowledge, skills and competence which a programme seeks to develop. For further information click here. 

Funded Programmmes

At UL you'll find a range of programmes that may be partially or fully funded by the Government of Ireland. The courses are designed specifically to address the skills gaps in the economy and employability is key focus for the course offerings. The application process for some of these progrmmes may involve two steps. More details on the application process will be available according to the funding stream. For more, please visit here.

For Apprentices - Unlike traditional apprenticeships, these executive apprenticeship programmes at UL are designed for people who are already working and wish to gain additional knowledge and experience within their role. As such, all of our programme participants have existing contracts of employment that meet or exceed the duration of the apprenticeship.

If you’re interested in undertaking one of our executive apprenticeships, we recommend that you speak with your employer in the first instance and direct them to the Expresson of Interest form.

For Employers - If you are interested in developing the skills of your employees and to drive the growth and development of your business, then the Apprenticeships programme could be for you. Employers who wish to employ apprentices are required to complete an approval process. There are a number of steps in the validation process:

     1.  Register your Company interest in the apprenticeship programme by completing the expression of interest here or by contacting us at apprenticeships@ul.ie.

     2.  Complete the UL Approval Process:

      - Site visit by one of the dedicated UL programme managers to assess your suitability to host an apprenticeship.
      - Complete the Company sponsorship paperwork including the identification of an In-Company Mentor.

    3. Complete the SOLAS approval process:

      - Site visit by an Authorising Officer of the local Education & Training Board.
      - SOLAS approval of company for funding including SOLAS paperwork for each apprentice.

    4. Complete the UL Postgraduate Registration process:

      - UL Graduate & Professional Studies will send the successful applicant the link to proceed through the normal UL postgraduate student applications process.

EU Applicants - Application closing date for programmes commencing in Spring 2025 is early January. Closing dates for Autumn 2025 is 14 August 2025. Early application is advisable as many programmes will close in advance of this date where all available places have been filled. 

Non-EU Applicants - Important: The application deadline for non-EU visa-required countries is 10th July 2025 at 12pm (UTC+1). Applications received after this date will not be considered. To check your country requirements, please refer to the Immigration Service Delivery Visa and Non-Visa Required Countries document at irishimmigration.ie. 

Refer to Citizens Information website for information relating to Non-EU countries NOT requiring a visa.

Early application dates, where applicable, will be noted on the programme webpage.