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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.
International Students
You can learn more about on-campus residences, Corrib Village, Goldcrest Village and Dunlin Village here.
If you are searching for private accommodation, we recommend that you arrive in Galway well in advance of term to arrange viewings. We advise against sending money to a landlord until you have seen the property in person. You can find more info on safely searching for private accommodation in our FAQs here.
Ireland and the United Kingdom
Undergraduate:
Applications for on-campus accommodation has now closed. For more information please visit Campus Living.
Postgraduate (Ireland):
Applications for on-campus accommodation has now closed. For more information please visit Campus Living.
Postgraduate (UK):
Only students who have accepted their course offer and paid the university deposit will be considered for on-campus accommodation. On Tuesday, 9 May between 12pm and 13pm (Irish standard time) campus booking codes will be distributed by Campus Living to those who have completed the above steps. Offers will be sent bi-weekly until all rooms are reserved.
If you do not receive a booking code on this date or bi-weekly then the on-campus international office allocation for your cohort has reached full capacity.
Alternative Accommodation
To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to apply for more than just University campus accommodation as demand is always greater than supply.
Learn more about private accommodation options in our FAQs here. You will find links to various websites under the heading 'Off-Campus Accommodation' (where you will find a list of private student villages) and our very own Studentpad. These operate year-round; we suggest starting your search early (March/April) and keeping an eye on the websites throughout the summer months too, but the reality is that a lot of property owners do not advertise until mid-August.
Undergraduate students from the European Union – Central Applications Office Applicants (CAO Applicants) (other than Ireland/UK)
Applications for on-campus accommodation has now closed. For more information please visit Campus Living.
Alternative Accommodation
To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to apply for more than just University campus accommodation as demand is always greater than supply.
Learn more about private accommodation options in our FAQs here. You will find links to various websites under the heading 'Off-Campus Accommodation' (where you will find a list of private student villages) and our very own Studentpad. These operate year-round; we suggest starting your search early (March/April) and keeping an eye on the websites throughout the summer months too, but the reality is that a lot of property owners do not advertise until mid-August.
Postgraduate students from the European Union (other than Ireland/UK)
Only students who have accepted their course offer and paid the university deposit will be considered for on-campus accommodation. On Tuesday, 9 May between 12pm and 1pm (Irish standard time) campus booking codes will be distributed by Campus Living to those who have completed the above steps. Offers will be sent bi-weekly until all rooms are reserved.
If you do not receive a booking code on this date or bi-weekly then the on-campus international office allocation for your cohort has reached full capacity.
Alternative Accommodation
To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to apply for more than just University campus accommodation as demand is always greater than supply.
Learn more about private accommodation options in our FAQs here. You will find links to various websites under the heading 'Off-Campus Accommodation' (where you will find a list of private student villages) and our very own Studentpad. These operate year-round; we suggest starting your search early (March/April) and keeping an eye on the websites throughout the summer months too, but the reality is that a lot of property owners do not advertise until mid-August.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate students from beyond the European Union
Undergraduate:
Only students who have accepted their course offer and paid the university deposit will be considered for on-campus accommodation. On Wednesday, 18 April between 12pm and 1pm (Irish standard time) campus booking codes will be distributed by Campus Living to those who have completed the above steps.
If you do not receive a booking code on this date or bi-weekly then the on-campus international office allocation for your cohort has reached full capacity.
Alternative Accommodation
To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to apply for more than just University campus accommodation as demand is always greater than supply.
Learn more about private accommodation options in our FAQs here. You will find links to various websites under the heading 'Off-Campus Accommodation' (where you will find a list of private student villages) and our very own Studentpad. These operate year-round; we suggest starting your search early (March/April) and keeping an eye on the websites throughout the summer months too, but the reality is that a lot of property owners do not advertise until mid-August.
Postgraduate:
Only students who have accepted their course offer and paid the university deposit will be considered for on-campus accommodation. On Tuesday, 9 May between 12pm and 1pm (Irish standard time) campus booking codes will be distributed by Campus Living to those who have completed the above steps. Offers will be sent bi-weekly until all rooms are reserved.
If you do not receive a booking code on this date or bi-weekly then the on-campus international office allocation for your cohort has reached full capacity.
Alternative Accommodation
To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to apply for more than just University campus accommodation as demand is always greater than supply.
Learn more about private accommodation options in our FAQs here. You will find links to various websites under the heading 'Off-Campus Accommodation' (where you will find a list of private student villages) and our very own Studentpad. These operate year-round; we suggest starting your search early (March/April) and keeping an eye on the websites throughout the summer months too, but the reality is that a lot of property owners do not advertise until mid-August.
Visiting Students: Erasmus, Study Abroad & Student Exchange
Nominated Erasmus, Study Abroad & Student Exchange students will be given an opportunity to apply for on-campus accommodation once all nominations have been processed. There is no need to inform the International Office in advance. You will receive more information about this from the Erasmus, Study Abroad & Student Exchange Teams in the International Office in June/July 2023. Note that there is no guarantee that you will be successful upon application.
Alternative Accommodation
There is an allocation of on-campus rooms for international students, however it is limited and not guaranteed. To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to apply for more than just University campus accommodation as demand is always greater than supply.
Learn more about private accommodation options in our FAQs here. You will find a list of private student villages under the heading 'Off-Campus Accommodation' and our very own Studentpad. These operate year-round; we suggest starting your search early (March/April) and keeping an eye on the websites throughout the summer months too, but the reality is that a lot of property owners do not advertise until mid-August.
