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For all Arts Taught Programmes the following supporting documentation must be submitted:

  • Official qualifications and exam results (transcripts) to date: required for all non-University of Galway applicants and for University of Galway graduates who did not receive their undergraduate degrees from University of Galway. Applicants who have still to graduate must upload final transcripts on receipt. 
  • English language competency: if necessary, evidence of  English language competency.
  • Personal statement: all applicants must enclose a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme(s) of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, unless indicated otherwise in the table below. 
  • Passport or Birth certificate:—a copy of your passport or birth certificate must also be submitted.
  • IMPORTANT: Some programmes require additional documentation. Please check below for the list of programmes that require additional supporting documents.

Adolescent Health (MSc)

  • Two written references are required (one academic and one professional)

Ateangaireacht Chomhdhála / Conference interpreting (MA)

Applicants to this programme may not have to submit evidence of English language competency: rather their language ability will be ascertained by the programme director during a telephone/ Skype/face-to-face interview.

Child, Youth and Community (MA / PgDip)

Two written references are required.  One should be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) OR an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment).

Clinical Neuroscience (MSc)

  • Two written academic references
  • Current CV
  • Personal Statement which outlines aptitude and motivation for pursuing this course (1 page)

Coastal Marine Environment: Physical Processes, Policy and Practice (MSc)

  • Personal statement requirements - please click here‌ for details.
  • A CV is also required for this course.
  • 2 references should be supplied.

Consumer Psychology (MSc)

Drama & Theatre Studies (MA)

  • Applicants to this programme must submit a writing sample of 5 - 6 typed pages. This may consist of an academic essay, creative writing, or theatre reviews.
  • A Personal Statement outlining suitability for and interest in the programme is required.
  • Names and contact details of two referees should be uploaded also.

Education (Professional Master of Education [PME])

See below requirements for appropriate documents:

English (MA)

Applicants are also required to submit:

  • A writing sample consisting of a (preferably recent) academic essay they have produced (1000 - 3000 words). In exceptional cases, this requirement may be waived, or an alternative type of writing sample may be accepted, at the discretion of the Course Board.
  • Personal statement (c. 500 words outlining your relevant motivations, experience and interests (academic and other) that makes you feel that you would be suited to a place on this programme.
  • 2 written references are also required. 

Environment, Society and Development (MA)

Applicants to this programme are required to submit a current CV and also a personal statement outlining interest/motivation for participating in this programme and why you feel you are a suitable participant for the programme. For Guidelines for Personal Statement please refer to this document.

2 references written are also required.

Film Studies - Theory & Practice (MA)

Applicants are required to submit a writing sample consisting of either a graded academic essay or a review essay of a recent film (1000 words).

Gender, Globalisation and Rights (MA)

Applicants must submit an academic writing sample such as class or seminar essay.

Global Media and Communication (MA)

Applicants must submit a sample of writing or other media. A CV is also required for this course.

Health Psychology (MSc)

  • There is no need to submit a personal statement for this programme.
  • You must provide the names and contact details of two referees.

Please note that International applicants are required to submit module descriptors, module weightings and a copy of their final year research project.

History (MA)

  • Please submit a personal statement of about 500 words explaining your motivation for further studies in History.
  • Two academic references submitted on the downloadable standard referee form should also be submitted.
  • Applicants with relevant work experience should include a CV. 

Journalism (MA)

  • A copy of your current CV.
  • A personal statement of no more than 500 words detailing your interest in the programme and your career aspirations.
  • And at least one sample of your work; for example, a blog post, student media, short radio or television or other media.
  • References: Applicants are required to supply the names of two referees.

Literature and Publishing (MA)

Two hardcopy academic references are required (or relevant professional recommendations in the case of applicants who are a long time out of the education system).

Medieval and Antiquity (MA)

Applicants should also provide both a sample of their written work (such as an extended essay, seminar paper, or senior thesis; 2,000-5,000 words) and an academic reference. Their personal statement should explain their choice of Medieval Studies.

Nua-Ghaeilge (MA)

Iarrtar ar gach iarrathóir ráiteas pearsanta c.500 focal a scríobh. Ba cheart go luafaí na nithe seo a leanas sa ráiteas:

Spreagadh an iarratasóra le cur isteach ar an gcúrsa agus na fáthanna a gceapann an t-iarratasóir gur duine oiriúnach é/í le cur isteach ar an gcúrsa.

Oideachas (Máistir Gairmiúil san [MGO])

Féach thíos riachtaisí maidir le doiciméidí cuí:

Politics & Sociology (MA)

Two references submitted on the downloadable Referee Form should also be submitted.

Practice Teaching, Supervision & Management (PgDip in Arts)

CORU registration number/details are required as well as a personal statement.

Psychology – Conversion (Higher Diploma in Arts)

There is no need to submit a personal statement for this programme.

Psychology (Higher Diploma in Arts)

There is no need to submit a personal statement for this programme.

Public Advocacy and Activism (MA)

Personal statement: applicants must enclose a personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the MA programme, and outlining how it fits into your career objectives. You may use this statement to describe any prior relevant experience. 

Public Policy (MA)

  • Personal statement: all applicants must enclose a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, and discussing your research interests.
  • Referees: you are required to supply two written references. One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) OR an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment).

Social Work (MA)

Applicants must provide information on work experience (voluntary or paid) on the following form: Work Experience Details.‌

Two references are required:

  • An academic reference completed on the downloadable Referee Guidelines form.
  • A work-related reference also (i.e,. general reference from employer).

Personal statement consisting of 600 words on why you wish to study social work is also required.

Writing (MA)

Further to providing typical supporting documentation, applicants are required to submit:

- A representative writing sample (max. 5000 words). This can be in any genre or mix of genres. While an academic essay written for a university course is not ideal, if this is the only sample you can provide it will be given full consideration as part of your application.

- A personal statement (max. 600 words). This should specify your area(s) of interest and outline your intent and hopes for development while on the MA in Writing programme.

 

For all  College of Business, Public Policy and Law Taught Programmes the following supporting documentation must be submitted: 

  • Official qualifications and exam results (transcripts) to date: required for all non-University of Galway applicants and for University of Galway graduates who did not receive their undergraduate degrees from University of Galway. Applicants who have still to graduate must upload final transcripts on receipt.
  • English language competency: if necessary, evidence of English language competency.
  • Personal statement: all applicants must submit/upload a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme(s) of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, unless indicated otherwise in the table below.
  • Passport or Birth certificate:—a copy of your passport or birth certificate must also be submitted/uploaded. 
  • C.V. (curriculum vitae): J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics programmes—a current C.V. is required.
  • References: School of Law programmes—non-University of Galway applicants only must provide one written reference.
  • IMPORTANT: Some programmes require additional documentation. Please view the list below for programmes that require additional supporting documents.

Accounting (Master of)

Applicants to this programme do not need to submit a personal statement. Instead, please download and fill in this form and upload onto your application.

Business Administration (MBA) Master of

A current C.V., max 3 pages.  

Business Analytics (MSc)

Personal Statements are required to be original and unique, maximum 1 A4 page (600 words) Please do not exceed the word limit on your personal statement.

Business and Hospitality (MSc)

  1. Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) 

Applicants are required to submit/upload a current C.V. (max. 2 pages)

  1. References 

Applicants are required to submit/upload 2 references.  One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) and/or an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment), and/or suitable personal reference.

Business Studies (HDip)

A personal statement is not required.

Cybersecurity Risk Management (MSc)

A current C.V., max 3 pages.

Hospitality Management (PgCert)

  •  Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) 
  • 2 written references  

Information Systems Management (MSc)

Personal Statements are required to be original and unique, maximum 1 A4 page (600 words) Please do not exceed the word limit on your personal statement.

International Accounting and Analytics (MSc)

Pathway A - September intake:  transcripts showing all modules taken as part of your degree and grades achieved. Where the applicant is a current final year undergraduate, show details of all modules registered for in final year.

Pathway B - January intake (only):  a notarised* copy of full associate membership of a recognised Professional Accounting Body.  

*Notarised copy means having the membership cert attested to by a notary (signature on the document).

International and Comparative Business Law (LLM)

One letter of reference is also a requirement for all non-University of Galway applicants.

International and Comparative Disability Law and Policy (LLM) Master of Laws

Please include a personal statement which will provide any additional information to support your application (e.g., work in the area of disability, knowledge of languages, computing, special aptitudes, or details not already cited). Please attach any other additional documentation which you feel would enhance your application, e.g., curriculum vitae. One letter of reference is also a requirement for all non-University of Galway applicants.

International Criminal Law (LLM) Master of Laws

Please include a personal statement which will provide any additional information to support your application (e.g., knowledge of languages, computing, special aptitudes, or details not already cited). Please attach any other additional documentation which you feel would enhance your application, eg., curriculum vitae. One letter of reference is also a requirement for all non-University of Galway applicants.

International Finance (MEconSc)

Personal statement required for candidates whose primary degree is not in Economics.  

International Human Rights (LLM) Master of Laws

Please include a personal statement which will provide any additional information to support your application (e.g., knowledge of languages, computing, special aptitudes, or details not already cited). Please attach any other additional documentation which you feel would enhance your application, e.g., curriculum vitae. One letter of reference is also a requirement for all applicants, except University of Galway graduates/students.

Law (LLB) Bachelor of

Please include a personal statement indicating why you wish to undertake this course and outline how it fits into your career objectives. Please attach any other additional documentation which you think may assist in the assessment of your application.

Marketing Practice (MSc)

You must provide a two page Curriculum Vitae. 

If you are called to interview as part of the application process, this document will be of use: MSc Marketing Practice Interview Preparation

CV, Personal Statement & Interview Guidelines are available here. 

Peace Operations, Humanitarian Law and Conflict (LLM) Master of Laws

Please include a personal statement which will provide any additional information to support your application (e.g., knowledge of languages, computing, special aptitudes, or details not already cited). Please attach any other additional documentation which you feel would enhance your application, e.g., curriculum vitae. One letter of reference is also a requirement for all non-University of Galway applicants.

Public Law (LLM) Master of Laws

Please include a personal statement which will provide any additional information to support your application (e.g., knowledge of languages, computing, special aptitudes, or details not already cited). Please attach any other additional documentation which you feel would enhance your application, e.g., curriculum vitae. One letter of reference is also a requirement for all non-University of Galway applicants.

For all Science and Engineering Taught programmes the following supporting documentation is required:
  • Official qualifications and third level exam results (transcripts) to date: required for all non-University of Galway applicants and for University of Galway graduates who did not receive their undergraduate degrees from University of Galway. Applicants who have still to graduate must upload final transcripts on receipt. 
  • English language competency: if necessary, evidence of English language competency.
  • Personal statement: all applicants must enclose/upload a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme(s) of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, unless indicated otherwise in the table below.
  • Passport or birth certificate:—a copy of your passport or birth certificate must also be submitted/uploaded.
  • References: School of Engineering/School of Computer Science programmes—unless specifically stated otherwise non-University of Galway applicants only must provide two written references. One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) OR an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment).
  • IMPORTANT: Some programmes require additional documentation. Please view the list below for the list of programmes that require additional supporting documents.

AgriFood Sustainability & Technology (MSc)

An academic reference is required.
Applicants to this programme are required to submit a 2 page C.V.
Personal statement - max 600 words required.

Applied Mathematics (HDipAppSc)

Non-University of Galway applicants only must provide two written references.

Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence – online (MSc)

  • Please upload a current C.V.
  • Letter of support from your company is required
  • Proof of payment to Skillnet should be submitted

Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence (MSc) 

  • A personal statement outlining:
    • A summary of your primary degree and its relevance for a successful completion of this programme. We strongly encourage an evidence based approach to highlighting your academic accomplishments.
    • A summary of your previous capstone projects (e.g. undergraduate final year projects) including an outline of your exact contribution there. We strongly encourage an evidence based approach to outlining your existing technical skills and experience
  • Please upload a current C.V.

Biodiversity & Land-use Planning via blended learning (MSc)

2 written references should be uploaded.

Biomedical Engineering (ME)

Please upload a current C.V.

Biomedical Genomics (MSc) 

Applicants to this programme are required to submit a current C.V.

Biomedical Science (MSc)

Applicants to this programme are required to submit a current C.V.

Biotechnology (MSc)

Applicants to this programme are required to submit a current C.V.

Civil Engineering (MSc)

  • There is no need to submit a personal statement for this programme.
  • Non-University of Galway applicants must provide details of your final year project/dissertation or the most substantial project/dissertation conducted during your Bachelor’s degree - download and complete this Form.
  • Civil Engineering applicants are required to provide two adacemic references and an optional employee reference.

Computer Science - Adaptive Cybersecurity (MSc)

  • Applicants are required to submit a personal statement outlining:
    • A summary of their primary degree subjects and their relevance for a successful completion of this programme.
    • Their career goals and subsequent expectations for this programme.
    • If admitted, how the course and the class would benefit from the applicant’s personality and skills.
  • Please submit/upload a current C.V. 

Computer Science (Data Analytics) (MSc)

Please submit/upload a current C.V. 
Only transcripts from accredited third level institutions are required. 
Employer reference/letter of support

Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ME)

Non- University of Galway applicants must provide details of the most recent project you have completed as part of your bachelor’s degree - download and complete the Additional Documentation Form‌
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Electronic and Computer Engineering (ME)

Non-University of Galway applicants must provide details of the most recent project you have completed as part of your bachelor’s degree - download and complete the Additional Documentation Form

Enterprise Systems (MApplSc)

There is no need to submit a personal statement for this programme.

Environmental Leadership (MSc)

2 written references are required.

Health Data Science (MSc)

      • 2 written references are required.
      • Applicants to this programme are required to submit a current C.V.

Intelligent Robotics (MSc)

Non-University of Galway applicants must provide details of the most recent project you have completed as part of their bachelor’s degree - download and complete the Additional Documentation Form.

Mathematics (Higher Diploma in Applied Science)

Non-University of Galway applicants only must provide two written references.

Mathematics (MSc)

Non-University of Galway applicants only must provide two written references.

Mechanical Engineering (MSc)

Please submit/upload a current C.V.

Neuropharmacology (MSc)

2 written references are required.

Occupational and Environmental Health & Safety (Higher Diploma) / (MSc)

Nursing applicants must submit a copy of their current registration with NMBI.

Sustainable Environments (MSc)

2 written references are required.

Toxicology (MSc)

2 written references are required.

 

 

For all Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences Taught programmes the following supporting documentation is required: 

  • Official qualifications and exam results (transcripts) to date: required for all non-University of Galway applicants and for University of Galway graduates who did not receive their undergraduate degrees from University of Galway. Applicants who have still to graduate must upload final transcripts on receipt. 
  • English language competency: if necessary, evidence of  English language competency.
  • Personal statement*: all applicants must enclose a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme(s) of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, unless otherwise indicated in the table below. 
  • Passport or birth certificate:—a copy of your passport or birth certificate must also be submitted. 
  • IMPORTANT: Some programmes require additional documentation. Please view the list below for the list of programmes that require additional supporting documents.

    *The majority of programmes administered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery do not require you to submit a personal statement (with some exceptions however, see below list).

Advanced Practice Nursing (MSc)

  • This Site Declaration Form must also be downloaded and completed.
  • Current registration with NMBI.
  • C.V., this should outline history of employment and educational achievements.

Advanced Practice Nursing (PDip)

  • This Site Declaration Form must also be downloaded and completed.
  • Current registration with NMBI.
  • C.V., this should outline history of employment and educational achievements.

Clinical Research (MSc)

Please submit/upload a current C.V. 

Evidence-Based Future Healthcare (MSc)

  • A Personal Statement is required, see outline of requirements here.
  • Please upload a current C.V., guidelines can be viewed here. 

Health Promotion (MA/PgDip)

Applicants to this programme are required to submit a current C.V. Please also submit a personal statement of approximately 500 words outlining:

  • your interest/motivation for participating in this programme
  • how you feel you meet the specific selection criteria outlined for this programme
  • why you feel you are a suitable participant for the programme

Nurse/ Prescribing (Certificate in)

  • Current registration with NMBI
  • C.V., this should outline history of employment and educational achievements.
  • This Site Declaration Form must be downloaded and completed on behalf of the Health Service Provider by the Director of Nursing/Midwifery/ Public Health Nursing or relevant nurse or midwife manager. 

    In completing please ensure that it includes the following:
  1. Clearly printed names and signatures of your Professional and Clinical Mentors that have agreed to support your application and will be in position for the duration of your programme.
  2. Your current role.
  3. Your highest level of education.
  4. Clearly stated if HSE or Non-HSE staff member.
  5. Signed statement by director or manager the length of time that you are in your current role and that you will remain in this role for the duration of the course.
  6. Sign off of funding.
  7. If candidate is ANP.

Nursing (Acute Medicine) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

Please submit:

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter of support from the Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in an acute medical unit or equivalent setting for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.

Nursing (Childrens Palliative Care/Complex Care) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.

Nursing (Education) PDip

Please submit: 

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter indicating that teaching practice has been negotiated in a Department of Nursing/ Midwifery Education.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form. 

Nursing (Emergency Care) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

Please submit: 

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.

Nursing (Gerontology) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

Please submit:

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.  

Nursing (Intensive Care) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

Please submit:

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.

Nursing (Obesity) Master in Health Sciences/PDip

Please submit:

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing and the Clinical Supervisor in support of your application.

 

Nursing (Oncology and Haematology) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

Please submit:  

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.

Nursing (Perioperative) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

Please submit:  

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form.

Nursing (Wound Healing and Tissue Repair) PDip/Master in Health Sciences

  • A Personal Statement is a requirement for this course
  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or relevant professional body
  • Letter from Director of Nursing guaranteeing practice placements in appropriate specialism for the duration of the programme.
  • Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of previous work experience as stated on the application form

Nursing Education (Master of Health Sciences)

Please submit:

  • A copy of current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Letter indicating that teaching practice has been negotiated in a Department of Nursing/ Midwifery Education.

Nursing & Midwifery applicants are reminded that they must also submit details of