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Courses
Courses
Choosing a course is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make! View our courses and see what our students and lecturers have to say about the courses you are interested in at the links below.
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University Life
University Life
Each year more than 4,000 choose University of Galway as their University of choice. Find out what life at University of Galway is all about here.
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About University of Galway
About University of Galway
Since 1845, University of Galway has been sharing the highest quality teaching and research with Ireland and the world. Find out what makes our University so special – from our distinguished history to the latest news and campus developments.
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Colleges & Schools
Colleges & Schools
University of Galway has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to top quality teaching across a range of key areas of expertise.
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Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation
University of Galway’s vibrant research community take on some of the most pressing challenges of our times.
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Business & Industry
Guiding Breakthrough Research at University of Galway
We explore and facilitate commercial opportunities for the research community at University of Galway, as well as facilitating industry partnership.
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Alumni & Friends
Alumni & Friends
There are 128,000 University of Galway alumni worldwide. Stay connected to your alumni community! Join our social networks and update your details online.
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Community Engagement
Community Engagement
At University of Galway, we believe that the best learning takes place when you apply what you learn in a real world context. That's why many of our courses include work placements or community projects.
Latest News
University of Galway Alumni Awards 2023
The Alumni Awards recognises the achievements of individual alumni and showcase the diverse ways in which University of Galway graduates have contributed to society. Whether in the arts, sciences, business, politics, or other fields, the alumni awards programme highlights the important role that University of Galway alumni have played in shaping Ireland and the wider world.
First initiated in 2000, the alumni awards have grown to include 133 awardees who have gone on to make significant contributions. Previous winners include notable figures such as President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, Ireland’s first female Attorney General, Máire Whelan; Irish Olympians, Olive Loughnane and Paul Hession, and actors Marie Mullen and Nicola Coughlan.
University of Galway has always been known for its commitment to academic excellence and nurturing some of the brightest minds in the world. University of Galway alumni have not only become successful in their careers but also serve as excellent role models for the University. They embody the core values of the University - respect in our actions, excellence in our world, openness in our outlook and sustainability in our approach and inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams and make a difference in the world.
When is the 2023 Alumni Awards Gala Banquet?
The 2023 Alumni Award Winners will be presented at the Alumni Awards Gala Banquet on 16th June, 2023 in the Bailey Allen Hall, Univesity of Galway. For more details, please contact us at alumni@universityofgalway.ie
Watch our 2022 Alumni Award Winners
Click here to view our 2022 Award Winners