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Courses
Courses
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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.
Structural and Earthquake Engineering
Structural and Earthquake engineering is a field of Civil Engineering that focuses on designing and constructing structures to withstand the destructive forces of earthquakes. The primary goals of earthquake engineering are to ensure the safety and resilience of buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure during seismic events.
The following research subjects are focused on:
- Structural Analysis and Design of Steel Structures: Creating buildings and infrastructure that can absorb and dissipate seismic energy without collapsing.
- Retrofit of Existing Structures: Strengthening older buildings and infrastructure to improve their earthquake resistance.
- Novel Self-centring Structure System Development: Incorporating technologies like pre-tensioning elements and dampers to reduce the impact of seismic forces.
People
Academic Staff

Prof Jamie Goggins

Dr William Finnegan

Technical Staff

Colm Walsh