Retrain as a bookkeeper and payroll specialist with GRETB

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

Would you like to start a new career as a bookkeeper and payroll specialist in 2024? A new bookkeeping and payroll specialist hybrid training course starting soon with GRETB.

Getting to know...

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

Can you describe your society to us?
We are a niche society dedicated to supporting F1 and the world of motorsports. We follow everything from the dominance of Max Verstappen, to the constant questioning of why Ferrari manage to bottle every potential win. We also delve into the world of smaller motorsports like Formula E, Indycare, WEC etc.

Why you should go on Erasmus

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

University of Galway has taken part in the Erasmus Programme since its inception in 1987. Thousands of students have benefited from the opportunity to study in another European country as part of their degree. Erasmus presents a unique opportunity to students, allowing you to experience the best of both worlds - to study something of interest to you while also being able to travel.

Dean Kenny talks Consent Week at the University of Galway

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

Next week is all about consent here in University of Galway Students' Union.

Student Views

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

University of Galway student
University of Galway provides to students a unique and advantageous immersion in the University experience. My name is Lanah and I’m a second year student of Sociology, Political Science and Psychology. I absolutely love my programme and studying the social sciences. When I think of how someone can make the most out of any experience, I think of engagement, of saying yes to experiences and adapting a mindset of curiosity and excitement about the abundant opportunities we are surrounded by, especially here at the University of Galway. When I had just begun college, a colleague and former student of the University mentioned something that has remained in my mind since; that he regretted not engaging more with university life. These years can be incredibly busy and thus move quickly, and so I decided to adapt a simple approach of saying yes more to what is around me. Why not? It may sound repetitive to hear but our University and Galway city itself offers so many outlets to fill your time usefully, express who you are and importantly cultivate the adult you wish to become; arguably the focus of your undergraduate years.

Advice for prospective new students from current students at University of Galway

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

Eoin Maher
University of Galway student

Noel Guckian Newell

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

University of Galway student
Managing Your Money at University

Rachel O’ Dea

Thu, Feb 01, 2024

University of Galway student
My Top Ten Tips for First Years

Would you like to start a new career as a Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist in 2024?

Thu, Jan 18, 2024

Get ready to elevate your skills with GRETB Training Centre’s comprehensive Manual & Computerised Accounts & Spreadsheet Methods training course commencing on Monday, February 19.

This 16-week full-time course, running from Monday to Friday, provides an in-depth exploration of bookkeeping and payroll techniques using the latest Sage software. This course will give you the chance to acquire invaluable skills and earn industry-recognised, QQI-accredited qualifications, including:

Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway

Thu, Jan 18, 2024

Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway? Our AMBA accredited MBA programme will host a Virtual MBA Open Evening tonight on Thursday January 18, 2024. With over 50 years of experience in MBA provision, and accreditation from the International Association of MBAs, choosing University of Galway is a smart decision.

Short Courses at University of Galway 2024

Mon, Jan 15, 2024

Have you one evening free per week? Are you interested in pursuing an area of study for your own personal motivation and development? The Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development at the University of Galway launched its Short Courses Series 2024. Commencing the week of February 12th, courses are eight-weeks in duration (online or classroom-based) and cost €145 each.

Is Transition Year worth doing?

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

What appealed to me most about transition year is that I would be able to stay in the same year as all my friends. I would be able to relax for a year and not have to worry about homework or projects or exams.

Learn about University of Galway's MBA programme at virtual open evening

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

University of Galway’s Association of MBAs and AACSB-accredited MBA programme will host a virtual open evening on Thursday, January 18 at 6pm. The virtual open evening is a great opportunity to learn more about this part-time, flexible programme, providing an opportunity to meet MBA faculty, students, and graduates.

Harris announces funding for students with a disability to access third level education

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD recently announced additional funding to help students with a disability access third level education.

The Fund for Students with Disabilities in Higher Education will be topped up in 2024 by 5%, bringing the total to €8 million for the first time ever.

Happy New Year from the French Institute

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

Is taking up a new language, refreshing your school French or preparing for your holidays one of your resolutions this year? Or maybe your children would like to get a head start in French or get good grades in their Junior or Leaving Cert Examinations? If so, the French Institute and its friendly, native, fully qualified staff members would be pleased to welcome you in the Bridge Mills, in the heart of Galway city.

Careers in tech – are you thinking of studying IT or computer science?

Thu, Dec 28, 2023

With more than 100,000 people employed in the Irish tech sector, and with many of the global tech leaders choosing to have their headquarters in this country, the tech industry here is booming. The Central Statistics Office has valued the IT industry in Ireland at over €241 billion. Dublin is home to Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and HubSpot, to name a few. Studying IT or computer science can offer a rewarding and exciting career. Nowadays, almost every company, whether it is an SME or a large multinational, has its own IT department, meaning that IT and computer science graduates can choose to work in a range of industries such as healthcare, banking, insurance and education. University of Galway, ATU, and TUS offer courses in information technology and computer science.

Minister Harris announces €5 million in mental health supports for third level students

Thu, Dec 28, 2023

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris has announced €5 million in mental health support for students.

Experiencing TY and how to make the most of it

Thu, Dec 14, 2023

BY SEMI MCHUGH
After the Junior Cert, students have a choice to make: continue swiftly through two more years or take a break and enter TY. I chose the latter. but a lot choose to get it over with. Some of you trying to make this decision may be undecided and that's why I'm here. Time to get the ball rolling in your mind on what you want to choose.

Bumper funding announced for expansion apprenticeships across higher education sector

Thu, Dec 14, 2023

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris and Minister of State for Skills and Further Education Niall Collins have this week announced €17 million in capital funding to respond to the growing demand for apprenticeships in the higher education sector.

More than sixty Galway primary schools to join Hot School Meals Programme

Thu, Dec 07, 2023

Minister for Disability and Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has welcomed the approval of 62 additional primary schools in Galway for the Hot School Meals Programme.

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