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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 & LanguageUniversity Guidelines, Regulations and Forms for Research Degrees
University Guidelines for Research Degree Programmes
The QA245 University Guidelines for Research Degree Programmes have been updated as at May 2025 and apply to all PhD/MD and Research Masters students.
Relevant Official Forms> (click on this link)
For chairs of vivas, please see 'Video: Your role as Chair of the research degree viva'. This video is only accessible to university staff.
Graduate Studies Policies
Research Accounting Office Policies
Local College Guidelines:
- College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies
- College of Business, Public Policy & Law
- College of Science & Engineering
- College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences - link only to QA245 University Guidelines for Research Degree Programmes
