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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 & LanguageOrientation
Orientation Information and Programme
The International Office at University of Galway looks forward to welcoming you to the new academic year.
Semester 2 (Spring) Orientation 2024/25 will take place on the following dates:
| Support Services Orientation | 9:30 am - 1 pm Thursday January 9th (Bailey Allen Hall) |
| Academic Orientation | 8:30 am - 4 pm Friday January 10th (Bailey Allen Hall) |
Support Services Orientation consists of an overview of the following:
- library services
- computer services
- sports clubs and student societies
- student health
- counselling services
- banking
- student safety
- volunteering
- GNIB Registration (for Non-EU/EEA students)
Academic Orientation consists of an overview of the following:
- classes on offer
- prerequisites
- timetables
- venues
- examination arrangements
Please find schedule below for your information.
| Time | Details |
| 8.30 – 9.30am | Distribution of Registration packs & identity cards to Visiting students |
| 9.30 – 10.15am | Introduction to Course Selection procedures & Exam Information |
| 10.15 – 10.30am | Beginners Irish |
| 10.30 – 10.50am | School of History and Philosophy - Philosophy |
| 10.50 - 11.10am | Philosophy in Irish Schools |
| 11.10 – 11.30am | School of English and Creative Arts - English |
| 11.30 – 11.50am | School of History and Philosophy - History |
| 11.50 – 12:10pm | School of Political Science & Sociology |
| 12.10 – 12:30pm | School of Psychology |
| 12.30 - 1.30pm | School of Languages, Literature & Culture |
| 1.30 – 2.00pm | School of Geography, Archaeology & Irish Studies |
| 2.00 – 2.30pm | School of Law |
| 2:30 – 3.00pm | J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics |
| 3:00 – 3:30pm | College of Science & Engineering |
Classes start on Monday January 13th for most modules. A full list of semester dates is available by viewing the Academic Calender.
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