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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.
Fees & Finance
Tuition Fees
- Non-EU Visiting Student Tuition Fees (Study Abroad)
- Non-EU Undergraduate Tuition Fees
- EU Visiting Student Fees
- Non-EU Postgraduate Tuition Fees
Scholarships and Aid
Payments
EU / NON-EU Fees?
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Galway is comparable to the cost associated with living in Limerick or Cork, but is significantly lower than the cost of living in Dublin.
This table will give you a good indication of your monthly costs in Galway.
What are the additional costs such as the cost of living?
The cost of living can come as a surprise but should be factored in and budgeted for prior to coming to Unviersity. To help you we have provided a cost of living chart available below to help you and inform you prior to arrival.
This table will give you a good indication of your monthly costs in Galway.
Monthly Cost of Living Expenses
Expense |
Cost |
Accommodation
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Average Cost Range per month (2022 estimates) |
Option 1 - On-Campus Accommodation |
€640 - €860 |
Option 2 - Private Complex |
€650 - €1,100 |
Option 3 - Private rental (house share) |
€500 – €800 (bills not included) |
Option 4 – Two bed apartment |
€1400 - €1900 (bills not included) |
Bills (phone/electricity/internet) |
€50 - €100 |
Food |
€250 - €350 |
Clothes/laundry |
€50 |
Books/study materials/printing |
€75 |
Recreation |
€100-€300 |
Travel - monthly bus tickets |
€65 - €85 |
Annual Gym Membership (Student rate) |
€250 |
This budget is based on 2022 estimated cost. Checkout Numbeo which is updated regularly.
To help ease your concerns about money management check out here to find out about costs associated with going to University.
Downloads
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Undergraduate Prospectus 2023 PDF (8.4MB)
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Postgraduate Prospectus 2023 PDF (20.6MB)
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Quick Guide to Courses 2023 PDF (1.20MB)
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Indian Student Guide PDF (2.81MB)
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Turkish Student Guide PDF (16MB)
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Indonesian Student Guide PDF (1.58MB)
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Malaysian Student Guide PDF (1.31MB)
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North American Student Guide PDF (1.49MB)
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Hong Kong Student Guide PDF (1.12MB)
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South African Student Guide PDF (1.14MB)
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Central Asia Student Guide PDF (1.14MB)
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Nigerian and Ghanaian Guide PDF (1.16MB)
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A-Level Quick Guide to Courses PDF (1.04MB)
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International Student Opportunities at University of Galway PDF (1.36MB)
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Pre-Arrival Guide 2022 PDF (16 MB)