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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
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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
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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 & LanguageScience & Engineering
Courses with placement in Science & Engineering
Download our brochure University of Galway Work Based Learning 2024-25 for contacts and information.
See below for links to further information on programmes.
| Title | Sample placement roles | Placement Timeline |
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| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | Technical, Application and Process roles: Digital and Analogue System Design, Control & Power Systems, Network and Communication Systems, Signal Processing, Integrated Circuit Design and Technology, Software Applications, Electrical Systems, Automation Projects, Engineering Design, Test and Debug, Project Planning, Technical Support. | M.Eng: Jan - Aug B.Eng: Jan - Aug |
| Electronic & Computer Engineering | Technical, Application and Process Roles: Digital and Analogue System Design, Software Development, Signal Processing Network and Communication Systems, Integrated Circuit Design and Technology, Embedded systems and Internet of Things (IoT) Development, Web and Database Applications, Software Applications, Electrical Systems, Automation Projects, Engineering Design, Test and Debug, Project Planning, Technical Support. | M.Eng: Jan - Aug B.Eng: Jan - Aug |
| Civil Engineering | Structural analysis/design , Foundation and retaining structure design, Hydraulic analysis/design, Wastewater treatment, Pavement design, Traffic analysis, Junction design, AutoCAD projects, Setting out and surveying, Construction supervision, Project management, Health and safety management. | M.Eng: Jan - Aug B.Eng: May - Aug |
| Computer Science & Information Technology | Software Development, Programming, Technical Support, Work with Artificial Intelligence frameworks, Graphic Design, Database Validation, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Game Development, Energy Informatics, Digital Media, System Integration, Website Development and Update Networks. | Jan - Aug |
| Project & Construction Management | Project management, Construction management, Project planning and programming, Construction supervision, Health and safety management, Production management, Operations engineering, AutoCAD projects, Engineering surveying, Material testing to European standards. | May - Aug |
| Biomedical Engineering | Manufacturing, test validation, biomechanics, biomaterials R&D, researcher, and quality engineer, test process design, test data reporting, validation engineering. | M.Eng: Jan - Aug B.Eng: May - Aug |
| Mechanical Engineering | Research, design, technical sales, computer-aided engineering, process control, manufacturing engineering, aeronautics, materials engineering product development and project lead functions - ie management of prototype build, Health and safety function interface, validation engineering. | M.Eng: Jan - Aug B.Eng: Jan - Aug |
| Energy Systems Engineering | Contract safety, design & test, facilities engineering, global reliability programs, energy systems management, utility operations, and other Global Engineering programs and initiatives. | M.Eng: Jan - Aug B.Eng: Jan - Aug |
| Environmental Health & Safety | EHS records maintenance, risk assessments, safety management systems operation, EHS training support. | June - Dec |
| Biopharmaceutical Chemistry | Quality systems/assurance, validation, lab analyst, regulatory & compliance, process engineer, analytical specialist, inspection associates, lab technician and R&D. | June - Dec |
| HDip Data Analytics & Visualisation | New | June 2022 - Dec 2022 |
School of Science & Engineering Programmes & Placement Officers
Looking to bring fresh talent into your team? Our placement students are eager to apply their skills and gain real-world experience.
Contact our Placement Officer to discuss how we can connect you with the right candidate.
Click Work Based Learning Brochure 25/26 for the PDF version
