Choosing a university is a big decision, and the University of Galway open day on Saturday, March 22 from 9am to 3pm, is your chance to explore everything this vibrant campus has to offer. Whether you're finalising your course choice, curious about student life, or eager to meet lecturers and current students, this event provides valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about the next steps in your academic journey.
Top reasons to attend
1. Experience the campus first-hand
Step onto the stunning riverside campus and explore state-of-the-art facilities, lecture halls, labs, and social spaces. Guided tours, led by Student Ambassadors, will run throughout the day.
2. Meet lecturers
Talk to lecturers about course content, learning and assessment methods, and gain insight into the world-class education University of Galway offers.
3. Take part in interactive sessions
There will be plenty of opportunities to participate in interactive sessions, including:
· Experience medicine: Get hands-on with clinical skills, try listening to heart and lung sounds, and examining the ear and eye with digital trainers.
· Tour of the physics labs: See the cutting-edge physics research spaces.
· Moot courtroom tour: Step into the state-of-the-art moot courtroom and experience a simulated court setting, designed to replicate the experience of a real courtroom.
· Marine science: Check out the range of specialised equipment and vehicles used for conducting cutting-edge marine science research which will be on public display. The various exhibits will provide a good overview of what students could be involved in as part of either the Marine Science or Earth and Ocean Science degree programmes.
4. Learn about admission requirements
The admissions team will be available to answer questions about entry requirements, CAO applications, and deadlines.
5. Explore accommodation options
Take a tour of student residences' common areas and on-site amenities. You can also meet with the university's Accommodation Advisory Service for guidance on housing options.
6. Join special meet and greet sessions
Meet academic staff and students in a relaxed setting. Special meet and greet sessions will include:
· BSc Earth and Ocean Sciences.
· BSc Occupational Health and Safety Management.
7. Chat with current students
Who better to answer your questions than students already living the University of Galway experience? Get first-hand insights into campus life, academic expectations, and extracurricular activities.
8. Attend sports talks
With a proud tradition of sporting excellence, University of Galway offers excellent facilities, expert coaching, and a range of sports scholarships to support student-athletes. Whether you're aiming for elite competition or just want to stay active and make friends, learn how you can get involved in sports clubs, scholarships and take your game to the next level.
9. Attend a study abroad talk
Learn about the study abroad and ERASMUS options available for students at the University of Galway.
10. Make the best choice for your future
An open day is the perfect chance experience the campus atmosphere, and decide if the University of Galway is the right fit for you.
The open day will take place on Saturday, March 22 from 9am to 3pm on the University of Galway campus.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your future at the University of Galway. Where will it take you? Register now at www.universityofgalway.ie/opendays
