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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.
A Level Students
Applications for full-time Undergraduate Degree courses from students taking GCE exams in the UK or Northern Ireland should be made to the CAO. Please ensure that you read the CAO Handbook. The CAO has provided a helpful video guide explaining the application process for GCE applicants here.
Please see our A Level Quick Guide in the 'Download' section below which includes the 'A-Level to Leaving Certificate Grade Conversion' table.
FAQs
Is there a minimum age requirement?
Students must normally have attained the age of seventeen years by 15 January following entry: e.g. for entry in 2024, date of birth must be on or before 15 January 2008. Where a student below that age seeks to enter the University, special application must be made to the President of the University.
Is the Irish language required for entry to University of Galway Degree Programmes?
Generally speaking, Irish is a standard subject requirement for matriculation for applicants with the Irish Leaving Certificate. However, for A-Level applicants it can be used to satisfy the 2nd language requirement if an applicant happens to have the subject.
Where can I find information on how to apply for an exemption?
This information is available by contacting NUI, 49 Merrion Square, Dublin 2 (Tel: 01 4392424) or NUI website.