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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 & LanguageFreshers' Point
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Starting university is a significant transition, regardless of whether you're surrounded by familiar faces or arriving alone.
Freshers' Point aims to help ease the transition. This drop-in, weekly event offers you an opportunity to meet other first year students in a relaxed and casual setting. Our student facilitators are on hand to offer practical advice and tips for navigating campus life, all while you enjoy free tea and coffee! Drop-in to take a breather in between lectures and connect with other students.
Check out the below upcoming Freshers' Point Events:
When: 12-2pm, Wednesday 1 October
Where: The View in Áras Na Mac Léinn
When: 12-2pm, Thursday 2 October
Where: The View in Áras Na Mac Léinn
If you are new to campus and looking to meet other first-year students, drop into Freshers' Point for a chance to meet other first years.
Want to Help New Students? Become a Freshers' Point Facilitator!
If you have already completed your first year at University of Galway, you can apply to become a Freshers' Point facilitator. This paid part-time position is a rewarding and fun way to get involved and get to know fellow students in a relaxed setting. Freshers' Point facilitators can earn a digital badge to add to your University Skills Passport.
Learn more on this webpage.
