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Case Study

Cooperative education for all undergraduate students at the University of Limerick, Ireland

Year of publication 2023

  • Europe
  • Ireland
  • Support for Student Success
  • Post Higher Education Outcomes
Cooperative education for all undergraduate students at the University of Limerick, Ireland

The case study of the University of Limerick's Cooperative Education programme integrates work placements into all undergraduate degrees, enhancing employability. Established in 1972, it offers students valuable work experience, benefiting those from disadvantaged backgrounds, including students with disabilities. The program strengthens regional economies by aligning academic learning with industry needs.

Transforming Lives at the Institutional Level: Equity Promotion Initiatives Across the World, edited by Jamil Salmi, pp. 350 - 358.

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