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University of Galway

University of Galway, Ireland

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University of Galway

The University of Galway, formerly NUI Galway, is located near the city of Galway on the western coast of Ireland and was founded in 1845. More than 18,000 students are enrolled, over 3,000 international, and Galway is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide. The University is well known for programmes in computer science, English language and literature, history, pharmacy, pharmacology, and law, all of which are listed in the QS World Rankings by Subject. The University is a member of the Coimbra Group of long-established European universities and has several partnerships with other global universities. Galway is also a leading university in Ireland for research and academic excellence. The Insight Centre for Data Analytics at NUI is Ireland's top data analytics research centre, while the World Health Organisation and CURAM recognise its Health Promotion Research Centre. The Centre for Medical Device Research is the number one research institute of its kind in Ireland. 


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6741
Graduate Students
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2770
Academic Stuf
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19700
Students
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3300
International Students
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Public
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Features

The University of Galway stands out for its: High graduate employability, with 96–98% finding work or pursuing further studies within six months. Strong international presence, hosting nearly one-fifth of its student body from over 120 countries. Sustainability leadership, ranking #1 in Ireland in THE Impact Rankings and consistently high QS performance. Robust research and teaching environment, supported by ~2,400–2,500 staff and nearly 20,000 students. Rich program offerings, with graduate and postgraduate pathways that attract over 3,500 new students annually.

Accommodation

Accommodation

Off-Campus Accommodations Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own, and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.

Work While Studying

Work While Studying

See guidelines on working while studying here.

Co-op/Internship Participation

Co-op/Internship Participation

Even if you do NOT meet our minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), you still can get conditionally accepted in the program of your choice with the condition of completing our English program prior to starting your chosen program.

Featured Programmes

Neuropharmacology

Neuropharmacology

location

University of Galway, , Ireland

Earliest Intake

November 2025

Gross Tuition

27140 €

Medical Physics

Medical Physics

location

University of Galway, , Ireland

Earliest Intake

November 2025

Gross Tuition

34140 €

Marketing Management

Marketing Management

location

University of Galway, , Ireland

Earliest Intake

November 2025

Gross Tuition

20640 €

Average Time To Receive Acceptance Letter

November - July

4 days

Location

University Rd, Galway, Ireland

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