First Year Orientation

Welcome to the First Year Undergraduate Orientation Page for clinical therapies within the School of Health Sciences. Full details for your orientation timetable are below for the following programmes (please scroll down the page to find your particular programme):

  • Occupational Therapy (GY502)
  • Speech and Language Therapy (GY503)
  • Podiatric Medicine (GY504)

The below Table 1: First Year Student Orientation is in draft and has yet to be confirmed.

GY502 Occupational Therapy Orientation Timetable  
Course Code Day Time Theme / Topic Presenter Venue
GY502 Friday, 12th September 9:30 - 11:30 Programme Induction - Occupational Therapy Dr. Jackie Fox MY228/229, 1st Floor, Áras Moyola
GY502 Friday, 12th September 11:45 - 12:45

Fáilte go Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | Welcome to University of Galway, Overview of student supports & Active Consent

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

University President, Exec Dean, Dean of Students, Student Services

Bailey Allen Hall

GY502 Friday, 12th September 12:45-14:30
Fáilte | Welcome Pick & Mix
This is your time to get to know your campus, meet other new students, and grab a bite to eat!
- Check out the Midday Mix at Áras na Mac Léinn - meet the University's sports clubs and student societies and enjoy music, games, freebies, and activities.
- Book your place on the Campus Challenge or join a guided tour to find your way around alongside other first years! Find out more on this webpage.
- Make time to eat - visit our campus restaurants and food trucks, or bring your own packed lunch.
- If you need some time out, the Calm Zone is a pop-in sensory-friendly space that's open to everyone.
Prizes, snacks, and more up for grabs so Pick & Mix your way through!
Student Services/ Schools/ Colleges Campus and Restaurants
GY502 Friday, 12th September 14:30 - 15:30
YourSpace 101: Hosted by the Societies, Sports Clubs and Student Volunteering
Learn about student life beyond the classroom in this interactive session! Make connections and get the inside scoop on how to make the most of your time in university.
Sports, Societies Office and Student Volunteering Sports Centre
GY502 Friday, 12th September 15:45-16:45 Systems and Spaces/Q&As/Student Voice Student Services, Schools/Colleges Bailey Allen Hall/Sports Centre/Lecture Theatres/smaller rooms as appropriate
GY502 Friday, 12th September 17:00-19:00 BBQ/ Freshers' Bingo Bash Student Services/  Chaplaincy/  Societies/ Clubs/ SU Chaplaincy / An Bhialann
GY502 Friday, 12th September 19:00-23:00 Fáilte after Dark - Social programme Societies/SU Áras na MacLéinn/ Sult
GY503 Speech and Language Therapy Orientation Timetable
Course Code Day Time Theme / Topic Presenter Venue
GY503 Friday, 12th September 9:30 - 11:30 Programme Induction - Speech & Language Therapy Dr. Rena Lyons MY226/227, 1st Floor, Áras Moyola
GY503 Friday, 12th September 11:45 - 12:45

Fáilte go Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | Welcome to University of Galway, Overview of student supports & Active Consent

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

University President, Exec Dean, Dean of Students, Student Services

Bailey Allen Hall

GY503 Friday, 12th September 12:45-14:30
Fáilte | Welcome Pick & Mix
This is your time to get to know your campus, meet other new students, and grab a bite to eat!
- Check out the Midday Mix at Áras na Mac Léinn - meet the University's sports clubs and student societies and enjoy music, games, freebies, and activities.
- Book your place on the Campus Challenge or join a guided tour to find your way around alongside other first years! Find out more on this webpage.
- Make time to eat - visit our campus restaurants and food trucks, or bring your own packed lunch.
- If you need some time out, the Calm Zone is a pop-in sensory-friendly space that's open to everyone.
Prizes, snacks, and more up for grabs so Pick & Mix your way through!
Student Services/ Schools/ Colleges Campus and Restaurants
GY503 Friday, 12th September 14:30 - 15:30
YourSpace 101: Hosted by the Societies, Sports Clubs and Student Volunteering
Learn about student life beyond the classroom in this interactive session! Make connections and get the inside scoop on how to make the most of your time in university.
Sports, Societies Office and Student Volunteering Sports Centre
GY503 Friday, 12th September 15:45-16:45 Systems and Spaces/Q&As/Student Voice Student Services, Schools/Colleges Bailey Allen Hall/Sports Centre/Lecture Theatres/smaller rooms as appropriate
GY503 Friday, 12th September 17:00-19:00 BBQ/ Freshers' Bingo Bash Student Services/  Chaplaincy/  Societies/ Clubs/ SU Chaplaincy / An Bhialann
GY503 Friday, 12th September 19:00-23:00 Fáilte after Dark - Social programme Societies/SU Áras na MacLéinn/ Sult
GY504 Podiatric Medicine Orientation Timetable
Course Code Day Time Theme / Topic Presenter Venue
GY504 Friday, 12th September 9:30 - 11:30 Programme Induction - Podiatric Medicine Ms. Sarah O'Connell MY422, 3rd Floor, Áras Moyola
GY504 Friday, 12th September 11:45 - 12:45

Fáilte go Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | Welcome to University of Galway, Overview of student supports & Active Consent

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

University President, Exec Dean, Dean of Students, Student Services

Bailey Allen Hall

GY504 Friday, 12th September 12:45-14:30
Fáilte | Welcome Pick & Mix
This is your time to get to know your campus, meet other new students, and grab a bite to eat!
- Check out the Midday Mix at Áras na Mac Léinn - meet the University's sports clubs and student societies and enjoy music, games, freebies, and activities.
- Book your place on the Campus Challenge or join a guided tour to find your way around alongside other first years! Find out more on this webpage.
- Make time to eat - visit our campus restaurants and food trucks, or bring your own packed lunch.
- If you need some time out, the Calm Zone is a pop-in sensory-friendly space that's open to everyone.
Prizes, snacks, and more up for grabs so Pick & Mix your way through!
Student Services/ Schools/ Colleges Campus and Restaurants
GY504 Friday, 12th September 14:30 - 15:30
YourSpace 101: Hosted by the Societies, Sports Clubs and Student Volunteering
Learn about student life beyond the classroom in this interactive session! Make connections and get the inside scoop on how to make the most of your time in university.
Sports, Societies Office and Student Volunteering Sports Centre
GY504 Friday, 12th September 15:45-16:45 Systems and Spaces/Q&As/Student Voice Student Services, Schools/Colleges Bailey Allen Hall/Sports Centre/Lecture Theatres/smaller rooms as appropriate
GY504 Friday, 12th September 17:00-19:00 BBQ/ Freshers' Bingo Bash Student Services/  Chaplaincy/  Societies/ Clubs/ SU Chaplaincy / An Bhialann
GY504 Friday, 12th September 19:00-23:00 Fáilte after Dark - Social programme Societies/SU Áras na MacLéinn/ Sult