About the University

With over 18,000 students and more than 2,500 staff, NUI Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence.

Our Reputation

NUI Galway has earned national and international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to top-quality teaching.‌

Our Campus

Our campus has been transformed over the past decade through our €400 million capital programme. With over 90 buildings on 105 hectares of land, the University is right in the heart of Galway city.

The Irish Language

The language has a unique position in the University, predominantly due to its proximity to the Connemara Gaeltacht - the largest Irish-speaking region in Ireland.

Our History

From Queen's College to National University of Ireland, the University's past is intertwined with the history of Galway and Ireland.‌‌‌