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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 & LanguageStudents & Resources
Student Sustainability Champion badge
A Sustainability Champion is a student who actively drives sustainability efforts through leadership, advocacy, and hands-on initiatives. They raise awareness by educating peers about critical environmental issues such as climate change, waste reduction, and responsible consumption. Leading by example, they adopt and promote sustainable practices like recycling, energy conservation, and eco-friendly habits.
Collaboration is central to their role, as they work with student organisations, faculty, and administration to implement sustainability-focused policies and programs. Additionally, they engage the wider community through workshops, campaigns, and volunteer initiatives while developing innovative solutions to address campus sustainability challenges.
To earn this badge, the student must:
1. Attend Introduction to Sustainability induction.
2. Participate in:
- the Community & University Sustainability Partnership (CUSP),
- OR Get active in the SU Climate Crew,
- OR Achieve a Student Sustainability Leadership Awards,
- OR Be a Student Residences Sustainability Champion,
3. Write a very short reflection paragraph (max 300 words).
Community & University Sustainability Partnership (CUSP)
CUSP consists of working groups of students, staff and community partners to drive a more sustainable campus. There are four working groups: Research & Learning, Nature & Ecosystems, Sustainable Living & Wellbeing, and Governance & Leadership. To earn the badge, students must contact the Sustainability Office to join a CUSP working and participate in at least six hours of CUSP meetings or activities. See here for further information.
SU Climate Crew
The SU Climate Crew is the environmental forum of the Students' Union that organises events and other activities. The Climate Crew is organised by the Students' Union Environmental Awareness & Sustainability Officer. To earn the badge, students must join the Climate Crew and participate in at least six hours of Climate Crew meetings or activities. Contact the Students' Union Environmental Awareness & Sustainability Officer for further information.
Student Sustainability Leadership Awards
The Student Sustainability Leadership Awards recognise students who demonstrate outstanding sustainability leadership. Awardees receive a paid internship with the Sustainability Office. The Awards typically open for entries in March and the internship is completed the following academic year. See here for further information.
Student Residences Sustainability Champions
Atalia Student Residences DAC, which manages the student residences at University of Galway, has been making substantial efforts in the area of sustainability. Atalia appoints Student Residences Sustainability Champions to increase sustainability awareness and best practice in the student residences. Contact Atalia Student Residences for further information.
Other ways to Learn, Live and Lead on sustainability
Learn about sustainability
- Browse our lists of sustainability programmes and modules. Is your course listed?
- Have a look at our student sustainability resources
- Learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Take a walk along the SDG Trail.
- Read the reports from the Sustainability Office, including our Annual Sustainability Report
Live sustainably - every little change counts
Our Student Sustainability Toolkit provides you with information and resources to move towards a more sustainable way of living.
Be a leader - get active in the environmental movement
- Support the Students' Union Climate Crew and consider running for the SU Environmental Awareness & Sustainability Officer position.
- Join an environmental society on campus. There is a lot to choose from!
- Talk to us about the Community & University Sustainability Partnership (CUSP) working groups.
- Volunteer with an environmental or community group off campus.
- Organise an event for your fellow students. Check out our Sustainable Events Checklist.
- Apply for a Student Sustainability Leadership Award.
