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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 & LanguageTailor Made Programmes
Tailor Made Programmes, Special Classes, Summer Schools
Faculty-Led and Tailor-Made Led Programmes
University of Galway is practiced in developing and implementing faculty-led and tailor-made programmes in collaboration with our partners. For enquiries, please contact JB Terrins, Head of Global Mobility, jb.terrins@universityofgalway.ie, +353 91 494479.
Special Classes for Visiting Students
In addition to the regular classes of the University, Visiting Students can also apply for admission to three bespoke classes designed for our visiting North American students:
Philosophy in Irish Schools
Philosophy in Irish Schools is a service learning class for Visiting Students from the United States. This semester long class is worth 10 ECTS credits (approximately 4-6 US credits) and is delivered via a series of academic lectures reflective seminars and over 14 hours of service at local elementary schools. For international students interested in applying for PI2108/PI2109 please complete this form.
Scientific Research Experience
Scientific Research Experience enables students to undertake a range of hands-on tasks under the guidance of a faculty mentor and professional researchers to gain expertise in laboratory and analytical techniques using contemporary technologies. Students also critically read relevant literature, discuss concepts and results with mentors, and prepare a formal report detailing their research experience. Restricted intake.
Summer School in Galway
The International Summer School offers a range of courses in Irish Studies, Education in Ireland, Irish Language, Geology, Ecology, Archaeology and Play Therapy. Our courses aim to provide a rich and diverse perspective of the subject area and are taught by lecturers and education professionals who have a vast range of knowledge of their subject matter.
Educational field trips are an integral part of the courses and provide you with an opportunity to gain hands-on knowledge of your specialism to its fullest extent. During your stay, you will also have time to explore Galway City, which is a vibrant, youthful University City with an enchanting array of summer festivals which attract visitors from all over the world. Click here if you would like to learn more about our International Summer School programme.
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