ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
The University of Galway in Ireland offers scholarships for new international undergraduate and postgraduate students, usually as tuition-fee reductions based on academic merit. Some awards are considered automatically on admission, while others need a separate application. Values and eligible countries are published on the official scholarships page each year.
Available programmes (2)
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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University of Galway Global Scholarships 2027–2028
Bachelor, MasterPartially Funded46 majorsMay 31, 2027 - View Details
University of Galway Hardiman PhD Scholarships 2027
PhDFully Funded46 majorsNext cycle not announced yet
Life and living
Galway · Ireland
Life and living
Galway · Ireland
Living in Galway
A young cultural city on Ireland’s west coast, the gateway to Connemara, home to the University of Galway.
Student housing
University of Galway housing costs from EUR 3,316 a year (bed in a twin room) to EUR 8,086 (en-suite), plus a EUR 450–600 utilities fee (2026/27).
Transport for students
The TFI Student/Young Adult Leap Card (ages 16–24, and third-level students of other ages with a student ID) cuts public transport fares across Ireland by up to 50%, depending on the service and distance.
Top landmarks
Eyre Square
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Galway Cathedral
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Cliffs of Moher (nearby)
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Studying and living in Ireland
Costs and living
• Non-EU International Tuition Fees: - Undergraduate: €10,000 to €22,000 per year (up to €35,000+ for clinical medicine). - Postgraduate / Master’s: €12,000 to €26,000 for the full 1-year programme. • Living Expenses & Accommodation: - Dublin (Capital): €1,200 to €1,800 per month including rent, utilities, food, and student travel. - Other cities (Cork, Galway, Limerick): €900 to €1,300 per month.
Working while studying
Working Rights & Post-Study Work Visa (Stamp 1G): • During Studies (Stamp 2): Students are legally permitted to work part-time up to 20 hours per week during term time, and up to 40 hours per week during vacation periods (June–September and Christmas holidays). Minimum wage is among the highest in Europe (€14.15/hour since January 2026). • Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G): - Master’s & PhD graduates (NFQ 9/10): 2-year (24 months) stay-back work permit allowing full-time employment. - Honours Bachelor graduates (NFQ 8): 1-year (12 months) stay-back work permit. Leads directly to the Critical Skills Employment Permit and long-term European residency.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in IrelandFaculties and programmes
4 faculties · 52 programmes
Faculties and programmes
4 faculties · 52 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishGAIrish- ArchaeologyEN
- Curriculum & Instruction· Bachelor:EN· Master, PhD:ENGA
- Digital Media
- Early Childhood Education· Bachelor, MasterEN
- Film & Television ProductionEN
- GeographyEN
- HistoryEN
- Journalism· Bachelor, Master
- Languages and Literature
- Music· BachelorEN
- PhilosophyEN
- Political ScienceEN
- PsychologyEN
- Social Work· Master, PhDEN
- SociologyEN
- Theatre & DramaEN
- Translation· Bachelor, Master
College of Business, Public Policy and Law
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglishGAIrish- AccountingEN
- Business Management
- Corporate LawEN
- Criminal LawEN
- EconomicsEN
- EntrepreneurshipEN
- FinanceEN
- Hospitality Management· BachelorEN
- Human Resource Management· MasterEN
- Human Rights LawEN
- Information Technology (IT)· Bachelor, MasterEN
- International BusinessEN
- International LawEN
- MarketingEN
College of Medicine and Health
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- General Medicine
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy· Bachelor, Master
- Public Health· Master, PhD
College of Science and Engineering
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Agricultural Engineering & Crop Science· Bachelor
- Artificial Intelligence· Master
- Astronomy
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Statistics
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
The latest deadline we have is May 31, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.universityofgalway.ie. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
QS World University Rankings 2026
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