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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.
Mature Students
Welcome
Accepting applications for 2023-24 part-time foundation courses
Welcome to the Access Centre Mature Students page. Here you will find advice on applying to University of Galway as a mature student, degrees that you can apply for, entry criteria, assessment procedures and essential information on finances and supports.
Successfully completing a degree at University of Galway is the first step to changing your career. Before contemplating the degree you wish to pursue there are a number of steps we recommend:
- Read the Mature Students Guide for information on criteria for all our degrees.
- Also read the Undergraduate Prospectus for a detailed explanation of the individual degrees and subjects.
- The Postgraduate Website will give you information on what you can study next after your degree.
- If unsure whether a full-time degree is for you try a Foundation Course first or an Access Course.
- If unsure what Career you should pursue, try some careers tests at http://www.careerdirections.ie/
- Come to the University of Galway Open Days. To learn more, visit University of Galway Virtual Events.
- Apply through the CAO on time! Before 20 January for the online discount. All applications must be in before 1 February. http://www.cao.ie/
- Ensure you have registered correctly for any Entry Assessments as outlined in the Mature Students Guide.
- Complete your CAO application correctly ticking Mature. Do not be afraid to add all relevant experiences and courses you have participated in that has now lead you to wishing to pursue a degree.
- Having a clear career plan will keep you focused, motivated and determined.
The Mature Students Office is situated in the Access Centre on the ground floor of Áras Uí Chathail. Appointments with the Mature Students Officer are advised. Email: maturestudents@universityofgalway.ie
