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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 & LanguageSexual Health
Sexual Health
Sexual health is a vital and integral part of your overall health and wellbeing. Often, we think of sexual health in terms of contraception, infections and fertility but along with the physical, it includes the emotional, cognitive and social aspects of sexuality. It’s about pleasure, identity and the right to enjoy safe, fulfilling relationships free from violence and discrimination. Good sexual health means making sure you have the knowledge, skills, and ability to make informed sexual choices and act responsibly to protect your health and the health of others.
Take a look at some of these resources that may be of interest.
Active Consent
University of Galway's Active Consent programme supports young people in building their knowledge of consent as a key component of positive sexual health and wellbeing. Find out more about the programme on this link.
Contraception and Free Condoms
The Student Health Unit offers advice and guidance on the many methods of contraception options available to you. You can also pick up free condoms from the Student Health Unit. The Student Health unit is located upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn.
Free Period Products
The Free Period Product Initiative was launched at University of Galway as a joint pilot project from University of Galway and University of Galway Students’ Union. You can find them from the following locations. Please only take what you need.
- Áras na Mac Léinn (SU Office + Ladies toilet ground floor)
- Áras Moyola (Ladies toilet ground floor)
- Library Basement (SU Cloakroom, SU Síbín + Ladies toilet ground floor)
- Engineering Building (Foyer)
- Arts/Science Concourse (Beside Student Enquiry Centre)
- Arts Millennium Building (Ladies toilet ground floor)
Menopause
University of Galway is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all students and staff and to foster an environment in which we can openly and comfortably instigate conversations or engage in discussions about the menopause. Find out more on this webpage.
Other resources:
Mental Health Ireland - A guidebook on how to manage menopause and mental health
HSE Menopause and Mental Health Report - Exploring the mental health impact of menopause and perimenopause
STI Testing
Having regular screening tests for sexually transmitted infections is an important part of self-care if you are sexually active. STI screening appointments are always available on-campus at our Student Health Unit. The HSE also provide a free service called SH:24 which enables people to order a free STI home test kit.
Information and Supports
Take a look at some of the below websites that provide information and advise on sexual health.
Sexual Health West - Offering care and support to those affected by HIV/AIDS/STIs and to those worried about their sexual health.
HSE My Options Freephone - This freephone line offers information about abortion services and medical support for anyone who is having or has had an abortion. Judgement-free counselling is also available to anyone having an unplanned pregnancy.
HSE Unplanned Pregnancy Support - Provides information on the supports available for continued pregnancy and abortion services.
Jigsaw - Jigsaw provide a wide range of information and resources in the area of youth mental health.
HSE Sexual Wellbeing - This website provides information for positive sexual health and wellbeing.
