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University of Galway - Direct Enroll

Galway, Ireland
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University of Galway - Direct Enroll

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.

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Requirements

Overview

Location:

Galway

Dates:

1/7/25 - 5/11/25

Price:

$22,395

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

11/1/24

Requirements

Copy of Passport
Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee
University of Galway Application Form
Digital Photo
Transcript - Official
Complete Application

Eligibility

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Course Prerequisites:

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.

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Education Completed:

2 Years of College completed by time of application

Minimum GPA:

3.0

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Where You'll Study

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12-15

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.

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Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Finite Element Methods Graduate En 36 2.5
Advanced Tissue Engineering Graduate En 36 2.5
Biotransport 400 En 36 2.5
Introduction to Biomaterials 200 En 36 2.5
Materials I 200 En 36 2.5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Inorganic Chemistry 300 En 36 2.5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Computer Security and Forensic Computing 400 En 36 2.5
Multimedia Development 300 En 36 2.5
Networks and Computer Communication 300 En 36 2.5
Programming II 100 En 36 2.5
Real Time Systems 400 En 36 2.5
Technical Writing 300 En 36 2.5
Web Application Development 200 En 36 2.5
Web-based Information Systems 200 En 36 2.5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Group Theory 400 En 36 2.5
Algebraic Structures 300 En 36 2.5
Calculus II 200 En 36 2.5
Complex Analysis 200 En 36 2.5
Complex Variable 300 En 36 2.5
Cosmology and General Relativity * 400 En 36 2.5
Fields and Applications 300 En 36 2.5
Fluid Mechanics * 300 En 36 2.5
Functional Analysis 400 En 36 2.5
Geometry 300 En 36 2.5
Linear Algebra 200 En 36 2.5
Linear Algebra (Higher Level) 200 En 36 2.5
Mathematical Methods II * 200 En 36 2.5
Mathematical Molecular Biology II 200 En 36 2.5
Mechanics II * 200 En 36 2.5
Modelling II * 300 En 36 2.5
Non Linear Systems * 400 En 36 2.5
Numerical Analysis II 300 En 36 2.5
Topology 300 En 36 2.5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Advanced Mechanical Analysis and Design 400 En 36 2.5
Information Systems Ergonomics 300 En 36 2.5
Polymer Engineering 400 En 36 2.5
Turbomachines and Advanced Fluid Dynamics 400 En 36 2.5
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Biomedical Physics 300 En 36 2.5
Engineering Physics 100 En 36 2.5
Introduction to Physics 100 En 36 2.5
Physics of the Environment II 300 En 36 2.5
Properties of Materials 300 En 36 2.5
Thermodynamics & Atomic Physics 200 En 36 2.5
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  • 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

Compare Housing Options

*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.

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

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 07
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive in Galway on this date.
January 08
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA orientation will be held.
January 09
Orientation

Mandatory University of Galway Orientation will be held.
January 10
Academic Orientation

Mandatory Academic Orientation will be held for all University of Galway International students on this day.
January 13
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the University of Galway on this day.
February 03
Holiday

February Bank Holiday. No classes will be held.
March 17
Holiday

Bank Holiday. No classes will be held.
April 04
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at the University of Galway.
April 22 - May 09
Final Exams

Final exams will be held at the University of Galway.
May 05
Holiday

Bank Holiday. No classes will be held.
May 11
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

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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.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$22,395
$22,395
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$1,500
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$585
$585
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$98
$1,780
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,400
$1,960
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,400
$2,800
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$420
$840
TOTAL EXPENSES $26,998 $31,860