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University of Galway - Direct Enroll
Galway, Ireland
About the Program
Choose from University of Galway's entire—and extensive—course catalog. Take courses in a range of subject areas, from business to humanities, liberal arts to sciences, mathematics to languages, or focus your studies by enrolling in the Engineering & Computer Science Track or Marine Science & Biology Track. Take courses to fulfill your major or graduation requirements, or choose electives in your areas of academic or professional interest. This versatile, flexible program allows you to immerse into the Irish higher education system and study alongside Irish and other international students.
Requirements
Overview
Galway
late Aug 2025 - mid Dec 2025
$22,395
12
Deadlines
4/15/25
5/15/25
Requirements
Eligibility
All Levels
Students who have completed less than two years of college study will be considered on a case by case basis; additional application requirements will apply. Please contact CEA for details.
2 Years of College completed by time of application
Some courses may have prerequisites.
3.0
Where You'll Study
University of Galway
University of Galway (previously known as the National University of Ireland, Galway) was founded in 1849. Today, it’s one of Ireland's most prestigious teaching and research institutions. Situ...
University of Galway
University of Galway (previously known as the National University of Ireland, Galway) was founded in 1849. Today, it’s one of Ireland's most prestigious teaching and research institutions. Situated on the banks of the River Corrib, near Galway’s center, the university features a mix of historic and modern buildings. More than 17,000 students attend classes on the lovely 260-acre campus, with more over 1,000 international students per year. Here, you’ll integrate into the Irish student population and choose courses from more than 50 departments, including arts, law, commerce, and science. Courses consist of small seminars and tutorial sessions; many combine both, allowing you the opportunity to get to know your individual disciplines and work together with other students. In addition to enjoying the excellent academics offered at the University of Galway, you will have access to a wide variety of clubs and societies, computer labs, library, recreation halls and gym, student center, and guidance from the International Education Office. The relaxed, friendly atmosphere at the University of Galway makes for a thoroughly enjoyable and holistic study abroad experience.
Credit Transfer Information
University of Galway awards credits based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) system. CEA CAPA credit hour recommendations are based on the following conversion: 2 ECTS credits equals 1 U.S. semester credit. Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university. Please consult with an academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Transcript Information
Students receive a transcript from the University of Galway upon successful completion of the program. The transcript will reflect ECTS credits.
Accreditation
The University of Galway is accredited by the National University of Ireland, a federal University. It's Business School is also accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association for MBA programs (AMBA).
Grading
Grade conversions from CEA CAPA partner institutions abroad to a US grading scale are determined in consultation with our School of Record and benchmarked with other peer institutions in the field.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Classroom and Information
- International faculty from the University of Galway will teach your elective courses.
- Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
- Attendance in some classes is mandatory and monitored by professors.
- Teaching styles in Ireland may be different from those found in the U.S. or Canada. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations for your school.
- Class size ranges between 15 and 30 students for upper division courses, and between 50 and 300 students for lectures.
- You will be in class with CEA CAPA participants, other international students, and Irish students.
Amenities
Student Offices
Clubs & Organizations
Student Government
Student Center
Student Lounge
Study Room
Counseling Services
Student Health Center
University Library
Computer Lab
Printing Facilities
Student ID
Multi-Media
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Career Services
Academic Advising
Tutoring
Language Learning Services
Fitness Facilities
Student Sports Teams
Cultural Engagement
Dining Facilities
Banks & Post Office
Copy & Mail Center
On-campus ATM
Bookstore
Lockers
Chaplaincy
Museum & Art Galleries
12
Credits
Program Structure & Courses
Each semester, you'll enroll in courses that total 30 UG credits/15 U.S. credits. Contact hours vary by course and may be comprised of lectures, seminars, or tutorials. You may earn a total of 15 credits per semester or a total of 30 credits per academic year. Class meeting times and days per week vary by course.
The academic structure lists a small sample of subject areas available. You will have access to introductory, intermediate and advanced courses in a variety of subject areas. See below for information how to access the University of Galway website to access the full list of courses.
You'll "pre-register" by submitting course selections and alternates to CEA before you leave for Ireland. Formal registration takes place at a registration session during the first week of the program. If you take 2 or more courses, offered through the Science, Engineering and Nursing Faculties, there's a significant additional fee; you'll be invoiced after formal course registration. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
All Levels Course Structure
Courses
The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EOS3103 Palaentology & Evolution * | 300 | En | 0 | 2.5 |
| ZO317 Evolutionary Biology | 300 | En | 0 | 2.5 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPS3102 Plant Resources & Ecosystems | 300 | En | 0 | 2.5 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZO319 Marine Zoology | 300 | En | 0 | 2.5 |
- Accountancy & Finance
- Anatomy
- Archaeology
- Biochemistry
- Botany
- Celtic Civilization
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Classical Civilization
- Earth and Ocean Sciences
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- English
- French
- Geography
- German
- Greek (Ancient)
- History
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Italian
- Latin
- Law
- Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Mathematical Physics
- Mathematics
- Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering
- Microbiology
- Oceanography
- Pharmacology
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Physiology
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Statistics
- Women's Studies
- Zoology
Navigating the University of Galway Website for Courses
CEA CAPA knows it's important to make sure the credit you earn abroad will transfer back to your school at home. Fortunately, it's easy to find what you need in Galway, because the University of Galway offers such a wide variety of courses. In order to choose your courses for your upcoming semester, follow the steps below:
Choosing Your Courses
Step One:
View courses and access the University if Galway International Office website.Step Two:
Click on the "Visiting Students Booklet (Semester 1)" if you will be attending the Fall semester or Academic Year, or "Visiting Students Booklet (Semester 2)" if you will be attending the Spring semester. If you are a semester student, you cannot take a course that shows "1 AND 2" in the Semester column because these courses are only for year students. If the Semester column says "1 OR 2," semester students are able to take the course.Step Three:
Please read the general information in the booklet before paging through to the list of courses. Each department’s courses are presented in tables listing the course code, title, semester offered, credit amount (in ECTS credits), and type of exam held. At the end of each graph are important notes that outline course requirements or exceptions.Once you find a course offered, click the corresponding department's website. There, you will find course descriptions. Please keep in mind that the course description is often the extent of the information available on a particular course. If you are in need of syllabi, please notify your CEA CAPA advisor who will check for availability.
Step Four:
Select 4 modules and at least 4 alternate modules offered during your study abroad program. University of Galway credits are allocated according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Under this system, 3 U.S. credits typically equals 5 or 6 ECTS. The credit conversions recommended by the university for their own courses are as follows:
- 5 ECTS Credits = 2.5 U.S. Credits
- 10 ECTS Credits = 5 U.S. Credits
(Note: Some courses are worth 2.5, 6, 9, 12, or 18 credits.)
5-7 courses is considered to be a full load at the University of Galway. Please verify with your university the amount of credits you will receive for the courses you are taking so that you maintain full-time status abroad.
Step Five:
CEA CAPA encourages you to print the course descriptions and review them with your academic advisor at your home campus. It is important to get a variety of courses approved in writing by your home university prior to your departure.Step Six:
Prior to acceptance into the program, you must complete a course interest form on the university application. Please return this form, along with your official transcript, to your CEA CAPA advisor. These will be forwarded to the University of Galway for course pre-registration purposes. Final registration will take place once you arrive in Galway.Helpful hints when choosing your modules
Demand for some modules is extremely high. Please bear in mind that it is not always possible to guarantee admission to particular modules, although we will do our best to offer you places in the modules you prefer.
- Students choosing courses from the Science or Engineering faculties will be charged an additional fee due to the difference in tuition for these courses. This fee will be charged to your account after you finalize your registration in Galway.
- Visiting students usually wish to be offered places in seminars that present the opportunity to address the material under discussion in a more informal and detailed way than is done in the larger lecture group. Generally, places in seminars are offered on the same basis as for local students and competition for places is high. Please note that the Departments of English, Sociological and Political Studies, and History, which have the largest numbers of students, are constrained by staffing and practical considerations and cannot offer seminar classes in parallel with every module, as is the convention in other departments.
- While the University of Galway application gives you the option of listing only course subjects rather than specific courses, you must list specific courses if you are interested in math, science, engineering, nursing, or pre-law courses.
- As there is a wide range of modules open to visiting students at the University of Galway, it is important to ensure that careful consideration is given when selecting modules. For instance, a student without a background in a particular subject should not, in general, choose a specialized third year course in the subject. There will also be occasional but inevitable incompatibilities because of timetable conflicts or some other logistical problems. Students should consult with their academic advisors at their home universities before specifying their module choices.
If you have further questions regarding how to select courses of about the CEA CAPA program at the University of Galway, please contact CEA CAPA at 1.800.266.4441.
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Where You'll Stay
*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
Student Residence Apartment
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
Student residence apartments cater to the independent, do-it-yourself type students who want to experience Galway just as the locals do. Cook tasty Irish meals with your roommates in your kitchen, explore the personality of the neighborhood that surrounds you and make your new residence apartment a home. Semester students are placed in student residence apartments located in the town center, while students on summer programs are placed in student residence apartments located near the University of Galway campus. Please note this housing option is not available to students in the Irish Language & Culture program.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Office in Galway: 5-15 minutes walking
- University of Galway: 5-15 minutes walking
Meals Included
N/A
Roommates
- 1-2 students per room
- 2-5 students per apartment
Unit Amenities
- Shared full kitchen
- Shared-co-ed bathroom
- Bed linens included for summer students
- Internet access
- Telephone access available
- Washer only, pay-per-wash
- Central Heating
Additional Fees
This housing option may carry a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
Excursions
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
What's Included in your Program
From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Galway. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.
- Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
- Visa & Immigration Advising
- Financial Advising
- Tuition and Registration
- Onsite Orientation
- City Tour
- Onsite Staff Support
- 24/7 Emergency Assistance
- Travel Medical Insurance
- International Emergency Service Support
- Welcome & Farewell Events
- Centrally Located Housing
- Wellness Activities
- Cultural Engagement
- Language Exchanges
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Excursions
- Student Clubs & Organizations
- Host Institution Services & Amenities
- Official Transcript(s)
Sample Calendar
The calendar for this program is coming soon; please check back later.
Sample Budget
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.