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First Year Student

First Year Orientation

Welcome to the First Year Undergraduate Orientation Page for the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences.

First-year undergraduates will be welcomed to campus on Friday 4th September 2026.

Full details for your orientation timetable are below for MPharm (Pharmacy)

First Year Student Orientation Schedule.

Personalised Schedule

Course Code Date Time Session description Presenter Venue

GY505

 Fri 4th September 9.30 to 11.30 Pharmacy Programme introduction 

Dr Joanne O'Dwyer
Programme Director

School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences

HBB - B001

 

   9.30 - 10.00 Meet the Mpharm Programme Director Dr O'Dwyer and student ambassadors

 

 

 

   10.00 - 10.20 Meet the Head of School - Professor Leo R Quinlan

 

 

 

   10.20 - 11.00 Meet your Module Leads and hear about what you will be learning and doing this year

 

 

 

   11.00 - 11.30 Key Information about MPharm Programme and whats next

 

 
GY505 Fri 4th September 10.00-10.20 Fáilte go Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | Welcome to University of Galway

Overview of student supports and Active Consent

Your introduction to University of Galway, with essential information about how we'll support your success as you start your university journey.

Find out more		 University President, Dean of Students, College Dean, SU President, Student Services and Active* Consent Bailey Allen Hall, Áras na Mac Léinn
GY505 Fri 4th September 10.20 - 11.00 Fáilte | Welcome Pick and Mix

Enjoy music, games, grab a bite to eat and dive into some fun activities. This is your chance to have any burning questions answered by staff and fellow students, and to grab some freebies along the way!

Find out more		 Student panel, Societies, Clubs, University Units and Services Áras na Mac Léinn, Human Biology Building and Alumni plaza
GY505 Fri 4th September 11.00-11.30

Shaping What Success Means For You

Broaden your definition of success in university. Explore your journey, mindset and motivations beyond academics. Featuring our special guests!
Sports Personalities, Student Success Coaches, Students' Union (SU) VP Education, Student Support Officers
 Bailey Allen Hall, Áras na Mac Léinn
GY505 Fri 4th September 15.30 to 16.30 YourSpace 101: Hosted by the Societies, Sports Clubs and Student Volunteering

Discover YourSpace - your extracurricular portal. Make connections and get the inside scoop on how to make the most of your time in university.

Find out more		 Societies Officer, Director of Sport and Physical Wellbeing and Community Engagement Manager Bailey Allen Hall, Áras na Mac Léinn
GY505 Fri 4th September 17.00 to 19.00 Fresher's BBQ

Join the Freshers' party and get to know your fellow first years! Grab a free burger, enjoy the music and take part in quizzes and games.

Find out more		 Societies Office Áras na Mac Léinn and Sult
GY505 Fri 4th September 19.00 to 23.00 Fáilte after Dark

Join the Big Fáilte Party for a packed lineup of fun.

Find out more		 Societies Office and your Students' Union (SU) Áras na Mac Léinn and Sult