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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 & LanguageAccess Programmes
Welcome to the Access Programmes Office
Applications for academic year 24/25 are now closed.
Access programmes are designed to provide a supportive educational environment which prepare students academically and personally for a full-time undergraduate degree at third level. Find out if an Access Programme is for you!
APPLY TO AN ACCESS PROGRAMME NOW!
Foundation Programme Application Form
Access Programme Application Form - School Leavers
Access Programme Application Form - Mature Applicants
Am I eligible to apply?
This scheme facilitates prospective students who are resident for 1 year or more in the Border Midlands and Western (BMW) region and County Clare.
Applicants are assessed according to their socio-economic status. Applicants must supply evidence of a full year's household income for the previous calendar year with their application. Income limits are consistent with the Higher Education Access Route to Education (HEAR) Scheme
Costs
Access Course costs for those selected are borne by the University, contingent upon funding.
Any queries please contact the Access Centre on the ground floor of Áras Uí Chathail, University of Galway Campus. Service provision is currently by appointment only, please submit queries by email to: access@universityofgalway.ie
Access Programme for School Leavers
More Information and Application Form
Access Programme for Mature Student
More Information and Application Form
Part-Time Courses - Mature Students
More Information and Application Form
Access Student Voices
Hear from four graduates of the Access Programme at the University of Galway and their journey to accessing third level education.
