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Courses
Courses
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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
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 & LanguageWednesday 3rd September 2025
Online Orientation Schedule - 2025 (Proposed schedule)
| 9.00am-10.00am |
Psychology Dr Mike Hogan |
Léann an Aistriúcháin Áine Nic Niallais/Rose Ní Dhubhda |
What to do when things go wrong: Catherine McCurry and Dr Rosemary Crosse, Student Advisors, CASSCS |
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| 10.00am-11.00am |
Ancient Classics Professor Michael Clarke |
English Dr Heather Ladd & Dr Andrew Obaoill |
Information Technology Dr Finlay Smith |
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| 11.00am-12.00pm |
Global Media Dr Kelly Fincham |
Spanish Dr Ivan Kenny |
Archaeology taster – What can ancient burials tell us about prehistoric Irish people? Dr Carleton Jones |
Deciding on your subject choices: the process of choosing well Niamh Tobin Student Success Coach, Designing Futures Team |
| 12.00pm-1.00pm |
History Dr Róisín Healy |
Gaeilge Dr Lesa Ní Mhunghaile |
Modern Irish Culture Prof Louis de Paor |
How the Career Development Centre can support Arts Students Monica Turley, Career Development Centre, University of Galway |
| 1.00pm-2.00pm |
Philosophy Dr Lucy Elvis |
German Dr Jeannine Jud |
Celtic Civilization An Dr Liam Ó hAisibéil |
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| 2.00pm-3.00pm |
Economics Breda Lally |
French Dr Maura Stewart |
Léann na Cumarsáide An Dr Dan Dwyer |
Introduction to CÉIM Peer Learning and Q&A CÉIM Team & Student Leaders |
| 3.00pm-4.00pm |
Geography Dr Eugene Farrell |
Law Ursula Connolly |
Mathematics Prof Dane Flannery & Dr Angela Carnevale |
Introduction to the Students Union Faye Ní Dhomhnaill, President, University of Galway Students Union |
| 4.00pm-5.00pm |
Sociology and Politics Mr Gerard Fitzpatrick |
Italian Dr Lindsey Myers |
Performance and Screen Studies Dr Seán Crosson |
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