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Galway UniversityStudents Ratings & Reviews
3.8/5
105 Verified Reviews
Student Views (Based on Reviews)
- 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Friendly
Academically oriented
Fun loving
Easy going
Internships3.2
Part time work3.5
Post study jobs3.5
Quality of faculty4.2
Student Life4.3
Value for money3.8
Public transportation3.8
Safety4.5
Indian Food3.6
Permanent Immigration3.8
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Anonymous
MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2024
2.2
The university looks good, it has a very good library.
Tips: The modules are quite advanced, and the classes wouldn't cover any basics. One or two classes will be spent on basics, and then the modules will jump to advanced-level topics. Assignments will be of the same level of complexity. I didn't get any scholarships. I'm not satisfied with the university or the course, because neither helped me get a job. I used my previous experience to get a full-time job here. Use these universities as a gateway to enter the country. That's it. You're on your own with everything else.
Likes (Safety): Cycles were lost. The ambulance arrived late. Since it's a huge campus, you have to take care of your own safety. Twice a week, the student council would give out groceries that were about to expire, and when there was a huge crowd (non-Irish) to collect them, that would be made into big news, which was absurd.
Dislikes (Part time work): University doesn't help you with part-time jobs. You're on your own. On-campus part-time jobs are quite limited, and there'll be a lot of competition for them. The same goes for off-campus jobs too. As Galway city is small, the shops and stores are also fewer. So you've to keep handing out CVs or applying online to get a part-time or full-time job.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 150
Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anuja Shrikant Drakshe
MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2025
4.5
A great lifetime experience for students
Tips: Yes. There will be major cultural shift. But the University and it's people will make sure to involve you in everything going around. You just have to be attentive when the announcement are done. I didn't avail any scholarship, I funded my study by education loan and personal finances
Likes (Student Life): There are many groups, Societies, in the campus which u can join based on your preference. There are many events where u can network with fellow students and make friends. You can develope your leadership skills and even practice your English speaking skills by communicating to international students
Dislikes (Internships): Various seminars and presentations take place on ways in which one can be prepared for employment. The university offers great advice regarding career guidance, help with writing CVs, and job hunting. The students have access to internships in different fields, including data analytics and business analytics.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1275
Prepping time for classes3 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 43725
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Anonymous
MSc (Health Economics) - Batch of 2026
4.2
Amazing Experience as international Student.
Tips: Before going to college students should look at the courses offered the university facilities, the housing options, the cost of living and the career chances.
It is equally important for students to ready themselves for the academic setting and to be ready to meet people from different cultures.
Although the first few weeks after the student arrived at college were hard because the student was getting used to an education system, a new way of life and new surroundings the student’s adjustment overall was smooth.
The student did notice some differences, especially in how people talk, in food in social activities and in class interactions.
However these differences have helped the student become more independent, confident and open?minded.
The student also obtained a scholarship from the university.
The student applied through the university scholarship procedure. Submitted the required academic and supporting documents.
The scholarship gave the student help for tuition fees and this was very useful in meeting the total education costs.
In fact the student is very satisfied with the university, the country and the course.
The university offers a learning environment, good academic resources and opportunities for personal and professional development.
The student is happy, with the course because it matches the student’s interests and career goals.
Studying in a country has also given the student valuable international experience and helped the student gain new skills, confidence and independence.
The student would certainly recommend this experience to any students who're ready to adapt, learn and make the most of new opportunities.
Likes (Student Life): Well, we usually have 2-3 lectures in a day, depending on your course as well. I enjoyed activities which is going around the campus, like volunteer work. There are various types of events that were organised throughout the year, from parties to cultural events. There are a lot of clubs I was part of, including the cricket club.
Dislikes (Value for money): It was way cheaper than other European countries. The course I have chosen has a really good market in Ireland, and I also got an internship, which enhances my experience as help me jump into the Irish market. Overall, the placement cell also helps a lot with job search and interview preparation.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
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Gowri shankar
MSc in Information Systems Management - Batch of 2025
3.7
Collectible facts about my university
Tips: They should have at least a good amount of experience related to their course so that they can fetch a job. They should know how to handle personal time, part-time time, and academic time because your days will be hectic and you will be stressed all the time if you don’t manage the time properly.
Likes (Safety): Galway is safer during nighttime. Police will help you if you face any security issues. Personally, I didn’t see any racial discrimination or any threats. Even in a pub, you won’t feel any insecurity about threats. Everything here is a process; no bribery or anything works.
Dislikes (Internships): There will be no internships provided for the master's students. You can fetch it based upon your skills from outside. College will guide you for the internship, but they won’t provide it to you. Outside also, it will be difficult to get an internship since the job market is kind of unstable.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
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Anonymous
Bachelor of Medicine (MB) of Surgery (BCh) and of Obstetrics (BAO) - Batch of 2030
3.9
Life as a Student in University of Galway
Tips: There's a very big Indian community on campus, which is nice. The transition period is definitely tough. The weather is very different, and it's definitely harder to get some stuff here than it is in India. Probably the biggest culture shift is the emphasis on independence and doing it yourself. There are no services like BlinkIt, no inter-city parcel service, and Uber is expensive. Students are quite reliant on public transport. If you can, definitely buy a cycle! You can get them second-hand for cheaper, quite easily. I didn't avail of any scholarships. The cost of living is high here, so make sure to keep a budget. Irish people are very friendly, so make sure to be friendly back! Making friends with locals is awesome and fun, and they can show you around and help you adjust a bit better than fellow internationals in some ways. Social etiquette is quite big here. Be mindful of not skipping in queues and not taking too many freebies when free stuff is up for grabs in college. Taking too much can be viewed poorly. There are many Asian grocers around so you can get most vegetables and a lot of dry groceries here easily. I love my university and course! It's such a wonderful city to study in. Galway is very much a student city, as a big part of the population is university students. As such, there are always a lot of fun events happening both in the city and on campus. Connections to other Irish cities are good, so you can explore the rest of Ireland with relative ease. My course is extremely busy and quite full-on, so my free time is definitely limited. This isn't the case for other courses, though. I would definitely recommend my university!
Dislikes (Part time work): I gave Part-Time Work a low rating because trying to land a flexible job around Galway is way harder than people expect. On-campus roles exist, but they are ridiculously competitive and almost always go to returning students who hear about openings before the term even starts. As a first-year or new master's student, you're pretty much locked out of those early on.
Off-campus, you’re competing with thousands of other students for basic retail or pub shifts down around Shop Street and the Latin Quarter. Even with Ireland's minimum wage sitting at €14.15 an hour now, getting enough consistent hours to cover rent is the real struggle. Plus, if your modules have heavy coursework or lab hours, juggling late weekend shifts in hospitality alongside early morning lectures on campus gets exhausting very quickly.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1850
Prepping time for classes38 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anitha Kanagaraj
MSc in Computer Science & Information Technology - Batch of 2025
3.2
Studying in Ireland: Opportunities, Challenges, and Growth
Tips: The biggest advice I can give anyone heading to the University of Galway is to sort your finances and accommodation as early as humanly possible. Living costs and rent in Galway have climbed fast, so you need a solid financial buffer.
While the university and the city are super welcoming to international students, the job market requires early action. Don't wait until you hand in your final dissertation to start job hunting—build your network, pick up practical certifications, and target working-student roles right from year one.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The low rating comes down to how competitive and slow the hiring process is in Ireland. Having two years on the Stamp 1G visa is great on paper, but plenty of employers still hesitate to hire international students if it involves future visa sponsorship. Landing a solid role that actually matches your qualifications takes months of applications. Since Galway’s job market is smaller compared to Dublin, building a local network from scratch takes serious effort while you're still studying.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 41550
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
University of Galway has an overall acceptance rate of over 86%, which is a good sign for Indian students. Acceptance rates may vary based on the subject or stream and generally - popular and in-demand courses tend to have a lower acceptance rate than others.
Courses in the field of Medical and Alli
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Abhishek Mehra
Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 weeks ago
University of Galway is widely regarded as a very good and highly ranked university in Ireland. It ranks in top 2% universities in the world and #1 in Ireland for sustainable development. On platforms like Quora - users praised the University of Galway for its vibrant student community, cultural env
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Rohini Rawat
Contributor-Level 9
Answered a month ago
The placement rate of Uni of Galway is very high, 96% of the graduates are working full-time within 6 months of Graduation. The job sectors where the graduates work incudes Operations, Engineering, Business Development, Healthcare Services, IT and Sales etc. The top companies where Graduate student
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Khushi Arora
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
University of Galway is generous with Scholarships. Around 10 Scholarships are available for International students and the total scholarship amounts to INR 62 L.
Scholarship Name | Amount | Eligibility |
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Postgraduate Merit Scholarship | INR 1.8 L | For PG students who have received admission offer from Galway Uni |
For College of Science and Engineering | INR 1.8 L | For high achieving PG students |
Business Postgraduate Merit Scholarship | 50% of the tuition fee | Accept a taught-Master's degree offer |
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Khushi Arora
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The University of Galway is very famous in Ireland due to its global top 2% ranking, strong MedTech career link and lower living costs compared to a major city like Dublin.
Galway University is named Irish University of the Year by the Sunday Times University Guide. And, under the rankings, Galway Q
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Lalit Shukla
Contributor-Level 10
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Galway UniversityLocation
| University City | Galway, Other - Ireland, Ireland |
| Size of city | Small |
| Population of City | 79,934 |
Galway UniversityContact Information
Address
University Road,
Galway, Ireland
H91 TK33
Galway ( Other - Ireland)
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