Master in Design for Health and Wellbeing

The University of Limerick, founded in 1972 and located on a scenic riverside campus in Limerick, Ireland, is known for combining high quality teaching with strong industry engagement. With about 16,300 students including some 2,700 international learners, the university offers a broad portfolio of programs across arts, business, engineering, science, health and education. Its compact campus and emphasis on experiential learning create a supportive environment for academic and personal development.

Students benefit from practice-oriented study, extensive placement options and partnerships with local and international employers that help translate classroom learning into real-world skills. The university’s 151 programs provide flexible pathways at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while research activity and innovation hubs support entrepreneurship and graduate employability. Campus life balances academic support with opportunities for clubs, sport and cultural engagement.

International students find dedicated services for admissions, visas, accommodation and integration, plus strong career support through co-op placements and industry links. Limerick’s location offers the advantages of a lively regional city with good transport to major Irish centres. Graduates typically pursue careers in industry, research or professional practice, benefitting from the university’s practical focus and global outlook.

The Master in Design for Health and Wellbeing at the University of Limerick is a one-year program for students who want to design and innovate medical technologies and healthcare solutions. This Master's degree helps students develop creative problem-solving skills and work with clinicians and industry partners. The program is available full-time and part-time.

The curriculum includes subjects like entrepreneurship, design research, anatomy, and physiology. Students will also learn about human factors in health systems, ideation, and representation. The program focuses on experimentation and exploration to develop critical thinking and independent learning. Students will work on a design project and develop healthcare solutions through a practical and multidisciplinary approach.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as medical device designers, healthcare consultants, health promotion specialists, or innovation managers. They can work in hospitals, healthcare services, or the medical technology industry. With this degree, students can advance their careers in industry or switch to a new field, applying their skills to improve healthcare and wellbeing.