FETAC Students

Holders of recognised FETAC qualifications, with appropriate modules and who achieve a minimum of five distinctions, may be admitted onto certain degree based programmes at NUI Galway on a competitive basis.

For more information on specific entry requirements and which NUI Galway courses accept FETAC awards please click here.

A. Applicants who have an appropriate FETAC (Level 5 / 6) qualification and have achieved distinctions in a minimum of five modules will be considered for entry to certain NUI Galway Courses, e.g. General Arts, Commerce, Business Information Systems, Science and Nursing.

Q. How many places are available on courses for FETAC applicants?

A. As the number of places is limited, applicants are admitted on a competitive basis to designated courses based on the student’s scores. Quotas for FETAC applicants are as follows:

Arts (GY101) 20 places

Business Information Systems (GY206) 5 places

Commerce (GY201) 10 places

Nursing (GY515/GY516/GY517) 2 places across three courses

Science (GY301) 10 places

Q. How do FETAC applicants apply?

A. Application is made through the CAO.

Q. Where can I get a FETAC award?

A. For details of where you can do a programme leading to a FETAC award, please refer to either the Qualifax website or the FETAC website for a list of registered providers. The  FETAC FAQ Section is also a considerable resource and should be consulted.

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