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Courses
Courses
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University Life
University Life
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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.
New Research Postgrad
Welcome to NUI Galway
Research Postgraduate students!
- Online Registration for Current Research Postgraduate Programmes is now closed.
CURRENT Student Starting after 1st March 2021- if you are due to register on and from 1st March 2021, please see flyer for info.
NEW for 21/22: If you are due to start from September 2021 - you do not need to register now. Online registration will open in August for the new academic year 2021/2022. Registration Information will follow later this Summer ahead of term. This will be sent to the email address provided on your postgraduate application. - NOTE; We can only assist your Registration in September if you have accepted your offer and received your Student ID number from the Admissions Office, please contact pgresearch@nuigalway.ie if this is not the case.
- Registration Dates
See here for registration dates for 21/22. - Please visit the Graduate Studies Office website for orientation and other information.
How to Register Now - (for students who were attending but did not register for their course prior to March 2021)
- COLLEGE PERMISSION: Obtain Permission from College / School and forward to reghelp@nuigalway.ie
- FEES: Contact the Fees Office at fees@nuigalway.ie . Once the Fees Office have cleared you to register, email reghelp@nuigalway.ie with confirmation of same.
- STUDENT: In order for us to manually register you, we require your authorisation, please reply to this email if you want to register and accept the Universities Terms & Conditions.
I am hereby bound by the Terms & Conditions set out in the attached link and by emailing reghelp@nuigalway.ie I confirm by consent.
Student ID card: Once registered and a suitable photo uploaded (by logging into your student portal here), your student ID card will be posted to your home address unless otherwise instructed. Please make sure you home address is correct on your student portal.
Module selection: After online registration has closed, you must get permission to add or delete modules to your curriculum from your College Office. Please email reghelp@nuigalway.ie with the permission and relevant changes and we will update your record. Please include your student ID number on all correspondence.
NOTE: If your *area of research does not appear on your student portal once registered, please email the research discipline code e.g. Medicine MD701 to reghelp@nuigalway.ie for addition. Please include your student ID number on all correspondence.
*Your area of Research will have 0 ects beside it, this is used for tracking your area of research and your discipline.
You can log in to your student portal and view your curriculum / modules selection at any time.
FAQs
What is Registration?
Registration is the collection and maintenance of student data. All information is stored centrally on the Student Record System. All students at NUI Galway must register ONLINE to become students of the University each year, this is obligatory.
When do I Register ?
Online Registration opens each year in August/September, dates confirmed nearer the start of term. You cannot register before your relevant opening date.
You will receive an email from registration a few days before Online Registration opens inviting you to register online. During this time, students should register as soon as possible for their progamme to gain access to University services such as Student ID Card, Library, Blackboard, Access to rooms etc.
How do I Register Now
Online Registration is now closed for the 20/21 Academic Year, the following is required for us to manually register you:
- COLLEGE PERMISSION: Obtain Permission from College / School and forward to reghelp@nuigalway.ie
- FEES: Contact the Fees Office at fees@nuigalway.ie . Once the Fees Office have cleared you to register, email reghelp@nuigalway.ie with confirmation of same.
- STUDENT: In order for us to manually register you, we require your authorisation in writing that you want to register and accept the Universities Terms & Conditions.
I am hereby bound by the Terms & Conditions set out in the attached link and by emailing reghelp@nuigalway.ie I confirm by consent.
What is my login ?
Your logon is a combination of a Username and Password. Your Username is your student ID number. Password details will be noted in your welcome email.
I am a past student of this University, do I get a new ID number?
No. Please note that it is NUI Galway policy to retain your full student history under your first (or old) NUI Galway ID number. You will therefore be required to register using your existing NUI Galway student number and should not register using your application number.
Please note the implications of not using your old/existing number: Important Notice for Past Students
How do I select subjects / modules?
Schematic for Building Curriculum - Building Blocks
For any queries selecting your modules please refer to your course handbook and/or Department website.
(* if no subjects appear on your record after registration is complete, email reghelp@nuigalway.ie ASAP)
*Structured/Research Phd’s: Please ensure your area of research is on your student portal.
Your area of Research will have 0 ects beside it, this is used for tracking your area of research and your discipline.
- If your course allows you to choose different subjects / modules, you should direct any queries directly to the Discipline. Each department has guidelines regarding subject choices and options. Click here for details of College Offices.
NOTE: You can log into your student portal here and view your curriculum / modules selection at any time.
How do I get my student ID Card?
For ID card info please click here
Once registered and a suitable photo uploaded, your student ID card will be posted to your home address unless otherwise instructed. Please make sure you home address is correct on your student portal.
Where do I get my course timetable ?
All queries regarding course handbooks, timetables, and module selection ( including quotas) should be directed to the department or College Office
I didnt upload a photo online, what will I do?
You can email a suitable photo to regphotos@nuigalway.ie noting your student ID number in the subject title of the email.
I would like to update my home address but I am not allowed to do so on my Student Portal.
To update your home address e-mail askregistry@nuigalway.ie stating your ID number, your old address and your current address.
How can I check if I have registered correctly?
You can check your registration record at any time on your Student Portal- here .
Can I register without paying fees?
- Yes, when the online registration window is open. You can register without paying fees as you will have a 'pay now' or 'pay later' option available to you.
- If you are in receipt of a SUSI grant, you must provide your SUSI reference number (in the format W1XXXXXXXXXXX) when you complete your online registration details. If you are unable to provide your SUSI reference number when confirming your place, please email reghelp@nuigalway.ie . Failure to provide same may result in non payment of your grant.
- If you have any queries in relation to your application please contact SUSI directly
Non-EU Student Information
FOR 20/21 INCOMING NON-EU STUDENTS: Click here for Registration Information
I can't login to my student portal / change password / access my email...what do I do ?
Check the following link http://www.nuigalway.ie/information-solutions-services/services-for-students/ for guidance / further information.