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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.
Accessibility & LanguageYour Campus
Finding your way around the campus is a key skill for surviving the early weeks and months of University life. It can take some time to get your bearings and to feel confident about navigating the campus.
Campus Maps
Here is a detailed campus map and here is a list of maps for different purposes, including the interactive campus map.
Getting to and around the campus
Students walk, drive, cycle, or take public transport to University of Galway. The Galway campus is very walkable for those with good mobility. Here are a few things to know about getting to and around the campus:
Public transport
Check out the Transport for Ireland website to see your options for getting to University of Galway by public transport from anywhere in Ireland. Download the TFI Live and Go Apps to help plan your route.
Full-time students in third-level education can get 50% off public transport fares with a valid Young Adult or Student Leap Card. Find out how to get yours from the Students' Union.
Campus shuttle bus
During term-time, there is a free shuttle bus service running from Park and Ride on the north campus to the Orbsen Building in the central campus, with several stops along the route. Buses run regularly: every 10 - 12 minutes during peak times in the morning and evening, and every 20 minutes during the day. There is no night time bus service, and there is no service during the summer months. Check out the bus timetable on this webpage.
The SafeZone app includes a handy feature that allows you to see where the buses are in real time.
Student parking on campus
As a student, you can purchase a student parking permit that will allow you to park in:
- the designated student car park on campus near the Sports Centre
- the shared staff and student car park near the Orbsen building
- the shared staff and student car park opposite Blocks D and E near the Quadrangle
- the Park and Ride in the north campus (see parking map).
The designated student car park is usually very busy during the semester.
Students can also park in Pay and Display parking spaces. This can be a costly option and some of these spaces only allow short-term parking.
You can park anywhere on campus after 5.30 pm on weekdays and at weekends, without the need for a permit. Overnight parking is prohibited. Clamping is in operation on campus between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm from Monday to Friday.
Find out more about parking here.
Cycling on campus
Bicycle racks (covered and uncovered) are dotted around campus. There is a secure bicycle compound (which you can swipe in and out of using your student ID card) and some cycle lockers close to the James Hardiman Library. See this map for the location of bicycle racks, the bicycle compound and cycle lockers, and changing/showering facilities for cyclists.
Accessibility
You can find out more about campus accessibility here.
Many lifts on campus may be used by all students. However, some lifts operate by swipe card access only – contact the Disability Support Service if you need to access these lifts or if you encounter any accessibility issues.
Campus safety
It's important to prioritise your personal safety when on campus. Check out the SafeCampus initiative, which includes information about the SafeZone app.
