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University Road, Galway City, Ireland

4.2

The University of Galway was established in 1845 as Queen's College Galway. Currently over 17,000 students attend the University of Galway and it's one of Ireland's most popular universities for undergraduate study.

The University of Galway is divided into five colleges: Arts, Social Sciences & Celtic Studies; Business, Public Policy & Law; Engineering & Informatics; Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences and Science. It has earned national and international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to top-quality teaching.

The campus is situated along the banks of the River Corrib and within walking distance of Galway city centre. The University boasts an active and vibrant student life, with over 50 sports clubs and over 100 societies on campus.

Featured AccomodationCorrib VillageUpper Newcastle, Galway, Ireland 3.7

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Overview

4.2
out of 5

Overall Score

65.2%

of those seeking jobs were employed in their area of study within 6 months of graduation.

61.2%

say the majority of the classes record their attendance.

95.7%

say they always feel safe on Campus

Academic Staff

5 Stars 41.1%

4 Stars 42.9%

3 Stars 14.3%

2 Stars 0%

1 Star 1.8%

Campus Facilities

5 Stars 32.1%

4 Stars 44.6%

3 Stars 21.4%

2 Stars 1.8%

1 Star 0%

Area of Study

5 Stars 53.6%

4 Stars 32.1%

3 Stars 12.5%

2 Stars 1.8%

1 Star 0%

Administrative Staff

5 Stars 46.8%

4 Stars 19.1%

3 Stars 25.5%

2 Stars 4.3%

1 Star 4.3%

Sports Facilities

5 Stars 43.4%

4 Stars 39.6%

3 Stars 11.3%

2 Stars 5.7%

1 Star 0%

Social Scene

5 Stars 73.6%

4 Stars 20.8%

3 Stars 3.8%

2 Stars 1.9%

1 Star 0%

Reviews

 
Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Postgraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Female 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2025 

		Campus AttendedRemote

		Specific Area of StudyInnovation

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

 " I'm studying remotely so I cannot comment on many areas of campus life. The university has strong supports in place, particularly for students with disabilities. Some processes felt slower at times, but overall the academic experience has been positive. I would highly recommend University of Galway for a postgraduate course, especially because of its strong links with local businesses. "
					
	15 Dec 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2024 

		Specific Area of StudyCommerce

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?No

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great place - made some great friends for life and great life experiences. Commerce is a great degree also with a great social scene and can easily get involved.
Would be nicer to live in a slightly never accommodation but other than that no complaints "
					
	9 Oct 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Computing & IT
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional

		Campus AttendedGalway campus

		Specific Area of StudyBusiness information systems

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?Yes

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?No

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?No

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great university I really enjoyed my time there, campus is great. Well spread out. I loved the business and economics building where I spent most of my time. The sports facilities could use an upgrade and some of the student accommodation "
					
	25 Jul 2025 

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Anonymous
Area Of Study :

  Other
Level :

 Postgraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Student
Gender :						

 Prefer_not_to_say 
Started Here In :						

 Sep, 2025 

		Specific Area of StudyHealth Psychology

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?No

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?No

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " I have had a very positive experience with UG. I studied three different degrees at UG; B.A , Psychology conversion and I am now studying a masters in Health Psychology. I was nominated for a year abroad in Finland which was an incredible experience and I am very thankful to the college for this experience. I think the university could improve IT facilitates. I also think that the repeat exam costs are outrageously expensive considering the cost of fees. I also think it is unfair that we had to pay to get the bus out to salthill to sit our exams, I think the university should cover these costs. "
					
	3 Jun 2025 

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Ellen Kate
Area Of Study :

  Accounting, Business & Economics
Level :

 Undergraduate
Type of Student :						

 Traditional
Status When Reviewing :

 Graduated
Gender :						

 Female 

		Specific Area of StudyCommerce

		Did You Find a Job in Your Area of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation?No

		Were You Happy with the Choice of Clubs and Societies Here?Yes

		Were you happy with the food options available on Campus?Yes

		Were you happy with the quality of the WiFi available on campus?Yes

		Are there enough computer labs for all the students?Yes

		Do you think you weekly living expenses were manageable for a student?Yes

		Did the majority of your classes record your attendance?Yes

		Were you satisfied with the student support services available on campus?Yes

		Would You Recommend This Institute?Yes

		Did you always feel safe on campus?Yes

 " Great place to learn, very friendly people, great atmosphere always. Lovely to walk around also. Lots of clubs and societies, great places to eat (east 56) best toastier ever. Nice change of scenery to go to a college outside of dublin "
					
	22 May 2025 

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