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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 & LanguageOnline Study Skills
Online Study Skills
Online Study and working remotely has become an essental part of the University experience for students. The COVID-19 Pandemic has meant that the 2020-21 academic year learning experience is almost entirely online.
For information on how to get the most out of your studies in an online environment, please see this guide to online learning.
In the sections below, you will find information and resources to help you get the most out of online learning.
Students Helping Students
Useful Resources
- Instagram - @edtl.iua
Instagram account run by 3rd level students around Ireland
Active instagram account for practical advice on learning online.
- Enhancing Digital Teaching and Learning in Irish Universities (EDTL)
The Irish Universities' Association (IUA) is currently coordinating a national project (Enhancing Digital Teaching and Learning) to support the use of technologies to support teaching and learning.
Students regularly update with different supports and advice for learning online
Student-led Supports
- CÉIM
CÉIM is a peer-led scheme for 1st years across different courses and programmes
Weekly sessions with other 1st year students and trained student leaders. Offers support for transition to 3rd level and developing an understanding of course work.
Available in: Engineering & Construction Management, Geography, Law (all programmes including BA Law), Political Science & Sociology, Psychology
Log into www.yourspace.nuigalway.ie to access the sessions
- Students' Union
Wide range of supports available through the SU VP/Education Officer: https://su.nuigalway.ie/
- Class Reps
Student-elected representatives for each course who will liaise between students and academic staff running your course.
You can find out who your class rep is and contact them through YourSpace
