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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
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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 & LanguageMicro-credentials List
Small, accredited courses designed to meet the demands of learners, enterprise & organisations
Applications are now open for Semester 2 micro-credentials (starting January 2027).
NB: Use the Quick Filter to search by Delivery Mode (Online, Blended Learning or On Campus).
| Micro-Credential | Delivery Mode | Duration | Key Words |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship Innovation and entrepreneurship theory applied in practice |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MG8105 |
| Consent, Sexual Violence & Harassment Further develop your approach to consent, sexual violence & harassment |
Blended Learning | 12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Social and Behavioural Sciences , Social Work and Welfare PS6176 |
| Enterprise Simulation for Digital Twinning with Project Digital models optimize enterprise performance via simulation. |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNoneBS1178 |
| Digital Construction Technologies Building information modelling, technology, digital twinning & visualisation methods |
Blended Learning | 8 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering CE5105 |
| Vascular Disease
Multidisciplinary vascular module promoting current evidence-based practice |
Blended Learning | 8 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicinePO5102 |
| Student-Centred Teaching and Learning: Active Engagement Strategies Develops active, tech-supported, student-engaging teaching strategies. |
Blended Learning | 10-12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicineNU644 |
| High Dependency Maternity Care Providing midwives with the specialised clinical knowledge to become effective practitioners |
Blended Learning | 12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicineNU568 |
| Dementia Care: Transforming Practice Provides an advanced understanding of dementia. |
Blended Learning | 12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicineNU634 |
| Clinical Governance: Supporting Safe Practice Examine clinical governance and its role in supporting safe practice. |
Blended Learning | 12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicineNU623 |
| Skills for Business Management Self-assessment and skills development for effective management growth |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MG8110 |
| Project Management Master project management to deliver organizational value. |
Online | 15 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management BS1144 |
| Negotiation Skills Discover common ground among parties with differing aims |
Online | 6 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MK8104 |
| Implementing Digital Innovation Leading digital innovation, disruption, and business transformation |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MS8101 |
| Finance for Non-Financial Managers Understand & interpret the financial performance of your business |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management , Maths, Economics and Statistics , Teaching and Education SC3309 |
| Critical Thinking for Effective Change Developing critical thinking for leadership, strategy and change |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MK8107 |
| Consumer Behaviour Critically analysing consumer behaviour for effective marketing |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MK8108 |
| Business Strategy Strategic analysis for sustainable business growth and advantage |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management MG8104 |
| Management of Lower Extremity Wounds
Holistic, evidence-based care for lower wounds. |
Blended Learning | 12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicinePO5103 |
| Management of Diabetic Foot Disease
Diabetic foot care theory for clinical practice. |
Blended Learning | 12 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicinePO5101 |
| Promoting Healthy Behaviours Focusses on the areas of nutrition, physical activity, smoking, sexual health & substance use |
Blended Learning | 10 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicineHP1109 |
| Mental Health Promotion Addressing the promotion of positive mental health, sexual health & prevention of substance misuse |
Blended Learning | 10 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Healthcare and MedicineHP1107 |
| Street & Estate Naming in Local Government Urban Irish placenames policy, practice, and governance skills |
Online | 8 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management , Law , Science and Engineering NG8100 |
| Próiseas na Pleanála Teanga II Sa mhodúl seo, déanfar plé agus anailís ar chúrsaí pleanála teanga in Éirinn le fiche bliain anuas |
Blended Learning | 12 Seachtain | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Humanities and Languages LT119 |
| Irish for Beginners An intensive course aimed at students with little or no previous knowledge of Irish |
On Campus | 10 weeks | Mode:On CampusNone, Creative Arts, Media and CultureGDT1012 |
| An Anailís Sochtheangeolaíochta II Déanfar plé & anailís ar phróiseas an aistrithe teanga agus ar na comharthaí sóirt a bhaineann leis. |
Blended Learning | 12 Seachtain | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Humanities and Languages LT120 |
| Aistriúchán Téacsanna Eorpacha
Aistriúchán Téacsanna Eorpacha |
Online | 12 Seachtain | Mode:OnlineNone, Humanities and Languages LN6109 |
| Aistriúchán Téacsanna 2 (Béarla-Gaeilge)
Aistriúchán Téacsanna 2 (Béarla-Gaeilge) |
Online | 12 Seachtain | Mode:OnlineNone, Humanities and Languages LT6109 |
| Ethics and Law for Artificial Intelligence Legal & ethical perspectives on pertinent AI-related issues for managers |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management , IT and Computer Science , Law CT5185 |
| Societal Impact of Artificial Intelligence Providing learners with a comprehensive understanding of the implications of advancements in AI |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, IT and Computer Science CT5212 |
| Future of Artificial Intelligence Understanding the current trends in Artificial Intelligence & the future development of the field |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, IT and Computer Science CT5186 |
| Scalable Science, Technology and Innovation
Explore innovation, value chains, technology, and strategy. |
Blended Learning | 15 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering BS1192 |
| Rapid Prototyping and Pilot Production
Hands-on experience with sustainable, future-focused manufacturing technologies. |
Blended Learning | 15 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering BS1193 |
| Product Development, Validation and Authorisation Improve your knowledge in the topics of product development, validation & authorisation. |
Online | 24 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Agriculture and Food Systems, Food and NutritionBES5118 |
| Modern Methods of Construction Covers key areas of standardisation & routes to certification & next-generation rapid build systems. |
Blended Learning | 8 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering CE5106 |
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship Equips students with skills to manage innovation projects & launch their own enterprises. |
Blended Learning | 8 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering CE5108 |
| Green Lab Principles and Practice Exploring sustainability concepts for eco-friendly labs. |
Online | 10 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Science and Engineering BME5107 |
| Green Hydrogen Technology, Design and Analysis Introduction to potential roles green hydrogen can play in decarbonisation. |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Science and Engineering EG5108 |
| Gemstones and the Commercial World Learn gemstone identification, grading, valuation, and marketing |
Blended Learning | 8 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering EOS205 |
| Environmental Management for Organisations Explore the roots & principles of environmental planning and management in practice. |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management , Law , Science and Engineering BST153 |
| Enabling (Laser) Technology for Manufacturing Explore sustainable tech through hands-on manufacturing experience. |
Blended Learning | 15 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering BS1188 |
| Design of Engineering Systems Engineering design fundamentals with practical, modern focus. |
Blended Learning | 15 weeks | Mode:Blended LearningNone, Science and Engineering BS1190 |
| Blended Learning and Teaching Incorporate digital learning practices, tools and strategies in your own professional contexts. |
Online | 12 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Teaching and Education TE303 |
| Ageing, Inequalities and Rights Research-informed overview of ageing and inequalities in later life. |
Online | 6 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Business and Management , Law EC5151 |
| Environmental Impact Assessment of Marine Renewable Energy Developments Gain the knowledge & tools to develop EIA Reports |
Online | 16 weeks | Mode:OnlineNone, Science and Engineering EOS5110 |
NB: courses will only run if enough places are filled. Learners will be notified as soon as possible of any cancellations.
