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Courses
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.
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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.
Accessibility & LanguageNew Student
Online Registration for Incoming 2025 1st year Undergraduate and Postgraduate students is now closed.
- Students register online via our online student registration portal from August /September of each year.
- Registration information is sent, upon confirmation of your place on your programme, including details of registration and fee payment.
- This information will be sent to the email address which you provided in your application, ensure that this is a valid, working email address
- Starting University provides useful information such as accommodation, student services etc
- NOTE: If you have any queries regarding your application please liaise direct with the Admissions Office, we can only assist once you have accepted your offer and are on our system.
Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught ( PGT)
- Semester 2 Module Registration / Change of Mind is open from Thursday, 8th to Friday, 30th January 2026.
Postgraduate Research ( PGR)
- 1st Change of Mind / Module Registration is Open from Monday, 1st to Friday, 12th December, 2025
- 2nd and Final Change of Mind / Module Registration is Open from Tuesday, 3rd to Friday, 20th February, 2026
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED - How to Register Now/Late registration?
How to Register Now/Late registration?
The following 3 steps are required for late registration. Once these are in place we can finalise your record for 25/26
- COLLEGE PERMISSION: Registrations this late in the academic year require permission to return to studies. Obtain Permission from College / School and forward to registration@universityofgalway.ie
- FEES CLEARANCE: Contact the Fees Office at fees@universityofgalway.ie . Once the Fees Office have cleared you to register, email registration@universityofgalway.ie with confirmation of same.
- STUDENT AUTHORISATION: 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 registration@universityofgalway.ie I confirm my consent.
Once all of the above are in place we can finalise your record for 25/26
How do I add modules to my record after Online Registration closes?
You must get approval from your Course Director with regard to what modules you are allowed to take at this stage.
You can list the modules you want to take and email your Course Director, copying registration@universityofgalway.ie. Once they approve the mail, we can add the modules for you.
Contact Us
Contact details, where are we located, etc
ID Card Collection
Collection Schedule for Undergrad and postgrad students will be updated near the start of term - ID card information
Important Contacts:
Useful information such as Other links in Registry, Student Support and College and School Information
Further Information on Starting University:
Check out the Starting University webpage which contains important information about welcome events, including orientation.
FAQ
Check out our frequently asked questions
New 1st Year PhD with start date after March 1st 2025?
As you are starting your course between 1st March and 31st August, you will commence in a ‘0’ course stream e.g. 0SPA1. This stream allows you to register, obtain your student card set up your campus student accounts and gain access to a wide range of campus services and facilities.
You will be required to register again in August 2025 for the 1st year of your course e.g. 1SPA1. Registration information for 25/26 will be updated on our registration webpage www.universityofgalway.ie/registration later in the year.
Online registration is now closed. If you wish to Register for the remainder of the academic year, the following is required:
1. COLLEGE PERMISSION: Permission from College / Supervisor to register.
2. FEES: Contact the Fees Office at fees@universityofgalway.ie . Once the Fees Office clear you to register, email confirmation of same to registration@universityofgalway.ie.
3. STUDENT: In order for us to manually register you, we require your authorisation, please email registration@universityofgalway.ie if you want to register and accept the Universities Terms & Conditions.
