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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.
Orientation
Orientation
Orientation will take place on the following dates for our Incoming Erasmus Students:
It is important to attend each session on both days.
Semester 1 Orientation Dates 2024/25
Support Services Orientation Erasmus Students Orientation |
9:30 am - 1 pm Thursday September 5th (Bailey Allen Hall) 2.00pm - 3.30pm Thursday, 5th September (Bailey Allen Hall) |
Academic Orientation |
9:30 am - 4 pm Friday September 6th (Bailey Allen Hall) |
Support Services Orientation consists of an overview of the following:
- library services
- computer services
- sports clubs and student societies
- student health
- counselling services
- banking
- student safety
- volunteering
Academic Orientation consists of an overview of the following:
- classes on offer
- prerequisites
- timetables
- venues
- examination arrangements
Please find schedule below for your information.
Time | Details |
9.30 – 10.15am | Introduction to Course Selection procedures & Exam Information |
10.15 – 10.30am | Beginners Irish |
10.30 – 10.50am | School of History and Philosophy - Philosophy |
10.50 - 11.10am | Philosophy in Irish Schools |
11.10 – 11.30am | School of English and Creative Arts - English |
11.30 – 11.50am | School of History and Philosophy - History |
11.50 – 12:10pm |
School of Political Science & Sociology |
12.10 – 12:30pm | School of Psychology |
12.30 - 1.30pm | School of Languages, Literature & Culture |
1.30 – 2.00pm | School of Geography, Archaeology & Irish Studies |
2.00 – 2.30pm | School of Law |
2:30 – 3.00pm | J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics |
3:00 – 3:30pm | College of Science & Engineering |
Classes start on Monday September 9th for most modules.
Downloads
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Undergraduate Prospectus 2025 PDF (12.4MB)
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Postgraduate Prospectus 2025 PDF (3.2MB)
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Quick Guide to Courses 2025 PDF (1.20MB)
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A-Level Quick Guide to Courses 2025 PDF (1.04MB)
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Pre-Arrival Guide 2024 PDF (54.1 MB)
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Brazil Student Guide PDF (3.2 MB)
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Chile Student Guide PDF (3.1 MB)
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Colombia Student Guide PDF (3.1 MB)
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Ghana Student Guide PDF (3.4 MB)
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Hong Kong Student Guide PDF (3.6 MB)
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Indian Student Guide PDF (3.5 MB)
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Indonesian Student Guide PDF (3.2 MB)
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Malaysian Student Guide PDF (3.6 MB)
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Mexico Student Guide PDF (3.1 MB)
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Nigeria Student Guide PDF (3.4 MB)
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North American Student Guide PDF (2.9 MB)
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Panama Student Guide PDF (3.1 MB)
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South African Student Guide PDF (3.7 MB)
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Taiwan Student Guide PDF (4.0 MB)
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Thailand Student Guide PDF (3.6 MB)
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Turkish Student Guide PDF (4.2 MB)
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UAE Student Guide PDF (3.4 MB)
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Vietnam Student Guide PDF (3.39 MB)