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University Life
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About University of Galway
About University of Galway
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Guiding Breakthrough Research at University of Galway
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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 & LanguageUndergraduate Orientation 2025
Fáilte | Welcome!
We are delighted you have chosen to study with us at the School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.
| Course Code | Day | Time | Theme / Topic | Presenter | Venue |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 09:00 | Orientation for FY1 only (6 Year Programme) | School of Medicine | HBB |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 11.00 |
Programme Introductions for 1MB only (5 Year Programme) |
Dr. Ailish Hynes | Human Biology Building |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 11:45-12:45 |
Fáilte go Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | Welcome to University of Galway Overview of student supports and Active Consent |
University President, Dean of Students, College Dean, Student Services and Active Consent | Bailey Allen Hall |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 12:45-14:30 |
Fáilte | Welcome Pick & Mix This is your time to get to know your campus, meet other new students, and grab a bite to eat! - Check out the Midday Mix at Áras na Mac Léinn - enjoy music, games and dive into some fun activities! Meet the student societies, University sports clubs and University services, visit the volunteer hub and pick up some awesome freebies while getting to know us and each other. |
The choice is yours to Pick & Mix what you'd like to do and enjoy your welcome your way! | Campus and restaurants |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 14:30-15:30 |
YourSpace 101: Hosted by the Societies, Sports Clubs and Student Volunteering Learn about student life beyond the classroom in this interactive session! Find out all about YourSpace - your extracurricular portal. Make connections and get the inside scoop on how to make the most of your time in university. |
Societies Officer, Director of Sport and Physical Wellbeing and Community Engagement Manager | Sports Centre |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 15:45-16:45 |
The Practical Bits: Student-led Q&A and Digital Setup essentials From logging in to settling in, this student-led session will help you navigate the University's IT systems, creating your own Digital Toolkit along the way. The session also includes the Silly Questions Q&A, where no burning question is too silly for our student panel. |
Ask any burning questions to fellow students and your Students' Union - they've been where you are! | Bailey Allen Hall |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 17:00-19:00 |
Fresher's Bingo 'n' Burger A fun chance to meet, mingle and party with fellow first years, completing challenges and spinning the wheel for prizes! There will be tea and cookies - plus a free tasty burger for the first 500 to arrive! |
Societies Office and Chaplaincy | An Bhialann |
| GY501 | Fri 12th September | 19:00-23:00 |
Fáilte after Dark Join the Big Fáilte Party for a packed lineup of fun - with The Big Quiz, Music, Dance-off, Societies Talent Show, Games Room, Craft Corner and Movie Screening, it’s a night not to be missed! |
Societies Office and your Students' Union (SU) | Áras na MacLéinn and Sult |
Undergraduate Orientation School of Medicine Foundation Year - 1MB 2025
This orientation below is compulsory for all new incoming School of Medicine students.
Please click here for location/ directions to the Human Biology Building
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Find out more
The Help Hub has all the orientation information you need. If you have questions about university life you can ask Cara, the university virtual assistant. Contact our Accommodation Advisory team if you need advice about finding accommodation.
