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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.

About University of Galway
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.

Colleges and Schools
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.

Real Learning

What to Expect When You Contact Us

Speaking with a counsellor can help you gain perspective to respond more effectively to your difficulties. Counselling begins here with an initial assessment session where you and your counsellor explore the impact of what you bring and your goals for counselling. Some challenges can be fully addressed in this initial session, but those that are more complex may require further sessions. However, the aim of our service is to keep counselling focused and efficient, with most students in our service availing themselves of up to 4 sessions. Some students find that groups are as effective or even more effective than one-to-one counselling.

We can also connect you to other support services, both internal Student Services and external professional services. We encourage students to use online supports such as Togetherall post counselling to maintain positive mental health. Our waiting time is usually within 2 weeks but can be longer in the peak times. The service isconfidential unless you or someone else is at serious risk. If you are experiencing an emergency that cannot wait, please let us know and we will provide a sameday appointment.

Where are we located?

Our main office is 5 Distillery Road (H91 TKW3). Our opening hours are 9am–1pm and 2–5pm Monday to Friday. During term time, we also offer appointments on Tuesday & Wednesday evenings.