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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 & LanguagePromotional - Progressional Outlets
Promotional and Progressional Outlets
Academic Promotions Scheme
Details on how to apply for Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor, Professor in and Established Professor promotions are available on www.universityofgalway.ie/academicpromotions. The following are the schedule of deadlines for applications for the Academic Promotion Scheme for 2026:
- 27 February 2026
- 31 August 2026
Applications will close at 4:00pm Irish Time on the day of the deadline.
Retention Scheme for Academic Staff
Competency Framework for Academic Roles
Click the following link for the Competency Framework for Academic Roles
Progression to Lecturer above the bar
- Application Form for Progression from Lecturer (below bar) to Lecturer (above)
- Procedure for Progression from Lecturer (below bar) to Lecturer (above bar)
