Undergraduate Prospectus 2020 Prospectus Undergraduate NUI

NUI Galway Undergraduate Prospectus – Réamheolaire Fochéime 2020 www.nuigalway.ie www.nuigalway.ie National University of Galway Ireland of University National GaillimhOllscoil hÉireann na t. +353 91 524 411 w. STUDENT SUPPORTS GoBus line from Ballina into Galway. It stops in: Ballina, Foxford, Ballyvary, Castlebar, Transport Links to NUI Galway Balla, Claremorris, Ballindine, WESTPORT HEALY BUSES Milltown, Tuam, and Galway GOBUS LINE (GMIT, City Centre, and NUIG)

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NUI Galway Courses

College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge

GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) 22 Cúrsaí Gaeilge do Mhic Léinn / 82 Courses for Students GY104 Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) 47 GY122 BA (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge) 83 GY105 Bachelor of Arts () 48 GY107 BA (Gaeilge agus Léann an Aistriúcháin) 85 GY109 Bachelor of Arts (Mathematics and Education) 49

GY110 Bachelor of Arts with Children's Studies 51 College of Business, Public Policy and

GY111 Bachelor of Arts with Creative Writing 52 J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics

GY112 Bachelor of Arts with Film Studies 53 GY201 Bachelor of Commerce 92

GY113 Bachelor of Arts with Human Rights 54 GY209 Bachelor of Commerce (Global Experience) 93

GY115 Bachelor of Arts with Performing Arts Studies 55 Bachelor of Commerce (International with GY202 94 French) Bachelor of Arts (Drama, Theatre and GY118 56 Bachelor of Commerce (International with Performance Studies) GY203 95 German) GY119 Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) 57 Bachelor of Commerce (International with GY204 96 Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Spanish) GY120 58 Policy and Practice) Bachelor of Science (Business Information GY206 97 GY121 Bachelor of Arts (Children's Studies) 59 Systems)

GY123 Bachelor of Science (Applied Social Sciences) 60 GY207 Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) 98

GY124 Bachelor of Arts (Arts with Data Science) 61 GY208 Bachelor of Commerce (Gaeilge) 99

GY125 Bachelor of Arts (Digital Arts and Technology) 62 Shannon College of Hotel Management Bachelor of Business Studies (International GY126 Bachelor of Arts (English and Media Studies) 63 GY261 102 Hotel Management) GY127 Bachelor of Arts (Film and Digital Media) 64 Bachelor of Commerce (International Hotel GY262 103 GY128 Bachelor of Arts (Global Languages) 65 Management)

GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) 66 School of Law

GY130 Bachelor of Arts (Music) 67 GY251 Bachelor of Law 106

Bachelor of Arts (History and Globalisation GY252 Bachelor of Law and Human Rights 107 GY131 68 Studies) GY254 Law, Criminology and Criminal Justice NEW 108 Bachelor of Arts Government GY132 69 (Politics, Economics and Law) GY250 Bachelor of Law and Business 109 Bachelor of Arts Education (Computer Science GY253 Law and Taxation NEW 110 GY133 70 and Mathematical Studies) GY101 Bachelor of Law and Business 111 Bachelor of Science ( GY134 71 and Geosystems) NEW St Angela's College, Sligo Bachelor of Applied Science in Nutrition, Food and AS051 72 Business Management Bachelor of Arts (Education, Home Economics AS001 73 and Biology) Bachelor of Arts (Education, Home Economics AS002 74 and Religious Education Bachelor of Arts (Education, Home Economics AS003 75 and Irish AS054 Bachelor of Arts (Home Economics) 76

Important: This hard copy prospectus lists all programmes on off er, at the time of going to press, for entry in 2020. Details of new programmes on off er subsequent to the printing of this prospectus will be listed online at: www.nuigalway.ie/newcourses. The information contained in this prospectus is, to the best of our knowledge, true and accurate at the time of publication. Any amendments to the published information will be included in the online prospectus. The content of the prospectus is for information purposes only and should not be viewed as the basis of a contract between students and the university. NUI Galway reserves the right to amend programmes or regulations at any time without notice; we may re-open previously closed programmes to accept applications in the event of programme quotas not being met. The university also reserves the right to withdraw programmes periodically for any reason (e.g., insu� cient numbers).

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GY401 Undenominated Engineering 118

GY402 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) 119

GY405 Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) 120

Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and GY406 121 Computer)

GY408 Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) 122

GY413 Bachelor of Engineering (Energy Systems) 123

GY414 Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) 124

Bachelor of Science (Project and Construction GY410 125 Management)

Bachelor of Science (Computer Science and GY350 126 Information Technology) College of , Nursing and Health Sciences

Bachelor of Medicine (MB) of Surgery (BCh) and of GY501 131 Obstetrics) (BAO)

GY502 Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) 134

Bachelor of Science (Speech and Language GY503 135 Therapy)

GY504 Bachelor of Science (Podiatric Medicine) 136

GY515 Bachelor of Nursing Science (General) 137

GY516 Bachelor of Mental Health Nursing 138

GY517 Bachelor of Midwifery Science 139

St Angela's College, Sligo

AS110 Bachelor of Nursing Science (General) 140

Bachelor of Nursing Science (Intellectual AS130 141 Disability)

College of Science

GY301 Bachelor of Science 146

GY303 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) 152

GY304 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) 153

GY308 Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) 154

Bachelor of Science (Financial Mathematics and GY309 155 Economics)

GY310 Bachelor of Science (Marine Science) 156

Bachelor of Science (Environmental Health and GY313 157 Safety)

GY314 Bachelor of Science ( Earth and Ocean Sciences) 158

Bachelor of Science (Biopharmaceutical GY318 159 )

GY319 Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Science) 160

Bachelor of Science ( - degree options in GY320 161 Applied, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Theoretical)

GY321 Bachelor of Science (Genetics and Genomics) NEW 162

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Welcome to NUI Galway Celebrating 175 Years of Excellence

NUI Galway was founded in At NUI Galway we want to build 1845 and 2020 marks the 175th on your passion for learning and anniversary of the foundation of the encourage and support your desire University. The University has been a to develop as a person, to explore defining presence and recognisable new interests and to remain curious. landmark in Galway City for almost Here is where... you will be given the two centuries. support, knowledge, skills and self- confidence to achieve your goals and reach your full potential. 5 Your University City

Imagine a city where learning, creativity and life come together as one. Galway city, nestles on the doorstep of the NUI Galway campus. The city and university have grown together, entwined for 175 years, creating a unique, safe and exciting home away from home. Galway is a city overflowing with creativity from year-long festivals to the creation of medical device solutions shaping health care across the globe. We’re part of a city with a big heart and soul, that’s alive with passion and pride. Here is where we celebrate the place, the people, and the feeling of inclusivity that makes NUI Galway so unique.

6 Galway is steeped in history: In a recent European survey Galway from medieval streets to modern city was ranked the best small city in thoroughfares, there is so much to Europe for ‘cultural vibrancy’ and for its see and do. A single day could see you ‘creative economy’. hillwalking in rugged Connemara in the Galway is set to become the European morning, lazing on the beach in Capital of Culture in 2020, and already in the afternoon and enjoying the the city and our campus are gearing cultural treasures of medieval lanes at up to celebrate this unique honour in night, while also sampling our unique spectacular fashion. award-winning cafés and restaurants.

7 Friends for life You will shortly embark on the next exciting chapter of your life. As an NUI Galway student you will be joining a vibrant, caring and close-knit university community. At NUI Galway, community means we have an intense ambition that drives us to achieve great things. We work together because we want to succeed together. Community means creating lasting friendships and wonderful memories together. NUI Galway ignites connections that stay with you for life.

8 9 10 Sport at NUI Galway Sport at NUI Galway recognises the relationship between academic performance, health and well-being. The Sport and Recreation Unit has a mission to promote participation in sport and physical activities by all students and staff , and to support higher standards of performance in sport for elite athletes and teams within NUI Galway. Over 6000 students in NUI Galway are participating in weekly sporting activities, and 43% of these students are competing in a new sport for the very fi rst time. The Presidents’ Cup is an intra-mural event which allows you to try new sports, get active and integrate into life at NUI Galway. There is a sport for everyone and we strive to ensure we help you fi nd it. At NUI Galway we cater for every level of sport and hope we can become part of your university journey.

11 Galway and NUI Galway Ladies Star Siobhan Divilly

Outdoor Amenities Include: Sports Facilities • Eight-lane synthetic, international standard NUI Galway boasts outstanding sports track, with jumping and throwing facilities; and recreational resources. • A complex catering for Gaelic games, rugby, soccer, hockey and cross-country; Our state-of-the-art indoor facilities include: • 11 Grass Pitches; • 600-square-metre sports complex; • 1 Hockey Synthetic Pitch; • 25-metre, 6-lane swimming pool; • Gym; • National League basketball arena; • Floodlit artifi cial surfaces catering; • 130-piece cardiovascular gym; for multi-sports; • fi tness studios; • Tennis courts. • High Performance Testing Lab; • High Performance Gym; The university’s river-side location ensures • Indoor 2 Lane 35 metre Running Track; water sports clubs are very active: you can get involved in rowing, kayaking, windsurfi ng, subaqua • squash and racquetball courts; and more! • a competition-style climbing wall.

NUI Galway boat club in action Team 2019

12 Sports scholarships Your sports clubs

• NUI Galway has a very long and proud tradition in High There are over 50 active and vibrant sports and Performance Sport. recreational clubs at NUI Galway. Joining and • The University has produced athletes that have participating in a sports club is a part of the overall competed at the highest level both domestically student experience, and it is through your active participation in the sports clubs and recreational and internationally. programmes that you will make new friends and • NUI Galway students have competed at World, learn life-long skills. Olympic and Paralympic level. • We are very proud of our relationships with the National Find out more Governing Bodies of sport. Our High Performance www.nuigalway.ie/sports/elitesport/ Pathway looks to create strong links with the NGB’s, so our athletes are well prepared for the next step in their sporting journey. We are also very lucky to have coaches within the University that also coach national squads. • At present the university has athletes competing at an international level in sports such as athletics, women’s soccer, rowing, sailing, , boxing and basketball. Some of these athletes will be hoping to compete in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.

13 World Class Research At NUI Galway we encourage our students The Nekton Expedition to develop original thinking, push boundaries In March 2019 I joined the Nekton Mission to the Indian Ocean on board the vessel Ocean Zephyr. and participate in finding solutions for global It was a mission to conduct pioneering scientific challenges. Our research benefits humanity, research in Seychellois waters, to engage the world society and the economy. We collaborate with our oceans and the need to protect them, and to build science capacity in the Seychelles through with research institutions and companies collaboration with Seychellois scientists. globally in our key areas of strengths which I had the pleasure of being second in command of include: harnessing technology, improving the science team to Chief Scientist Dr Lucy Woodall of Oxford University. Second in command is truly the human health, nurturing creativity, shaping best job! As Chief Scientist you spend a lot of time society and sustaining the planet. Many on the bridge, co-ordinating activities and making of our graduates have gone onto become decisions. As second in command I spent my days working on the deck, directing Remotely Operated leading researchers in their chosen fields. Vehicle (ROV) operations, diving in submersibles, handling the samples and downloading the data that our different scientific gears provided us, occasionally retreating to the relative cool of the Professor Louise Allcock, Head scientists room to help with data entry. of Zoology and Director of the Centre for Ocean Research and Exploration at NUI Galway conducted her first ship-board research almost 30 years ago and was instantly hooked on the ocean! Louise’s expertise is in cephalopods (octopuses, cuttlefishes and squid), and deep-sea habitats, particularly focusing on octocoral-dominated deep- water reefs. Read her story…

14 But for me, naturally, the most exciting part of the A forthcoming taxonomic workshop where experts mission was the science. Although we could only around the world examine the collected samples study a tiny area of the vast Seychellois territory, we is likely to establish tens of new species, given that spread our sample sites widely to try to get a picture these depths have rarely been explored in the of the whole area, and we studied every depth Indian Ocean. Nekton’s mission does not stop here. with video transects from shallow waters swum by Nekton hope to partner with other Indian Ocean SCUBA divers, mid-depth waters using submersibles, governments in the future for further expeditions, and deeper waters using the ROV. and I very much hope to be a part of that. We also deployed a series of nets to sample the tiniest creatures in the water column, and a baited camera at night to capture images of the largest predators. My personal highlights were definitely the submersible dives. Being in an acrylic sphere at 250m depth is definitely one of the greatest privileges and most awesome experiences of my life. Now the scientific highlights will emerge over the next 18 months. Already there is evidence from the data of a ‘rariphotic zone’ – a rare light zone where the light is super super scarce and the fish communities are different from both the dark deep sea and the sunlit photic zone.

Professor Louise Allcock NUI Galway

15 a Building your employability

Your career does not just start when you graduate. Through our strong links with business and our highly valued reputation in industry, we offer our students every opportunity to develop their personal and professional skills, while providing an excellent foundation from which to launch your career. NUI Galway graduates are successfully employed at high-profile organisations in Ireland and throughout the world, including Facebook, Apple, JP Morgan, GlaxoSmithKline, Google, TG4, RTE and PWC to name but a few. Our dedicated Career Development team offers career guidance and advice to help you manage your own career development. We also offer an extensive schedule of careers events ranging from in curriculum modules for specific classes, Over 70% of our degree sector specific career seminars, employer courses now offer a work events and employability skills workshops. placement and/or a study abroad Each year we bring over 200 employers opportunity, ensuring that on campus to meet with students and our graduates are workplace organise over 150 diverse career events to ready with a global focus. empower our students to make successful Our student voluntary service – ALIVE – is the largest student voluntary service in Ireland, providing transitions towards fulfilling careers. our students with local, national and international opportunities to hone their skills as change makers and influencers on the global stage. studentvolunteer.ie/nuigalway/

NUI Galway has one of the highest graduate employment rates of any Irish university.

16 EMPLOYABILITY AWARD NUI Galway is committed to preparing its students for the ever-changing challenges of the 21st century workplace. The Employability Award increases students’ understanding and awareness of employability by creating a framework to recognise and develop their skills gained through work experience, extra- curricular, career and academic education. The Employability Award helps students to articulate learning, extra-curricular activities and student life in the context of employability allowing students to direct their own learning to fulfi l individual needs. Positive outcomes for students: • Gives a formal recognition of Employability (Award & Recorded on Diploma Supplement) • Increases self-confi dence presenting for work opportunities • Unique access to employers, employment options & industry practice • Develops employability skills, personal attributes & knowledge • Recognises part-time work experience, • on campus leadership roles & summer internships.

Find Out More: nuigalway.ie/employability/

17 Find out for yourself Come and see for yourself why our campus has been voted one of the most beautiful university campuses in Europe. Open Days are the perfect opportunity for you and your family to experience life at NUI Galway first hand. Visit us and immerse yourself in our vibrant and diverse community. Meet our world-leading academics, our current students and see how they can inspire you.

Guided Campus Tours You can book a guided tour of the campus, which will be led by one of our current students, by emailing [email protected]

School Visits To arrange for a university representative to visit your school please contact us directly. t. +353 91 492814 e. [email protected]

Coming to a town near you… We hold regional information evening’s throughout Ireland, where we bring the NUI Galway student experience to you. Meet us in: • Clonmel - 24th October 2019 • Kildare - 14th November 2019 • Letterkenny - 5th December 2019 • - 12th December 2020 • Limerick - 16th January 2020 • NUI Galway - 23rd January 2020

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18 NUI Galway’s Open Days

Friday 4th October 2019 Saturday 5th October 2019 Saturday 28th March 2020

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Galway city will become European Capital of Culture in 2020 20 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies Our Bachelor of Arts courses are recognised as top quality degrees o� ered by a world renowned University and taught by leading academic experts. Across our course range, we aim to foster values and skills that equip our students with the expertise necessary to change society for the better. Our graduates have the ability to distil and critically assess information, to think innovatively and act independently. They demonstrate excellent analytical skills, precise communication skills, and can work e� ectively on their own initiative and in teams. In delivering excellence across our degrees, we have a student-centered ethos that provides a space for students to learn and develop both personally and professionally.

“I graduated from NUI Galway with a BA in English and History. At the end of my three-year degree, I applied for and was accepted onto the MA in Journalism at NUI Galway. I was selected to carry out my placement with Highland Radio in my hometown of Letterkenny and was offered a job shortly thereafter. I am currently a full-time broadcast journalist with Highland Radio – Ireland’s number one local radio station. I absolutely love my work and ultimately that’s the goal of every university graduate!”

Catherine Ga� ney Letterkenny, , BA (English and History)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY101 This is one of Ireland’s most popular undergraduate degree programmes. A key attraction of this programme is the wide range Bachelor of two-subject degree combinations available of Arts The course provides a route to multiple career opportunities The BA (Joint-Honours) is a pathway towards a career in primary (Joint-Honours) or secondary school teaching. COURSE FACTS

CAO Code: GY101 SKILLS FOR ARTS STUDY ABROAD Course Level: 8 Building on feedback from our Students can opt to spend a year students and following discussions with studying abroad. In addition to an extensive Duration: 3 or 4 four years depending employers, an integrated skills curriculum network of Erasmus links with universities on the subjects chosen. has been introduced as part of BA across the EU, we have study abroad Minimum Entry Points 2019: 300 (Joint-Honours). Skills are delivered opportunities in Canada and the USA, throughout all classes o� ered on the Central and South America, and China. Minimum A-Level Grades: programme. Our ‘skills-pillar’ is designed Some language students spend their year See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels to enable students to think through, abroad on approved work placements as Leaving Certi� cate Entry recognise, and articulate clearly the skills language assistants. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in developed as part of the overall BA CAREER OPPORTUNITIES two subjects and passes in four other (Joint-Honours) experience. This subjects at O6/ H7 level in the Leaving culminates in an opportunity for each Arts graduates can be found in almost Certi� cate, including Irish, English, student to develop a ‘College Skills every walk of life, and BA (Joint-Honours) another language and three other Passport’. Over the course of the BA graduates from NUI Galway occupy leading subjects recognised for entry purposes. (Joint-Honours) degree, students can gain positions in commercial, social, educational up to � ve digital badges for their ‘College and public organisations at home and A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: Skills Passport’. Each badge highlights abroad. The website below gives examples See page 177 for matriculation entry the skills developed through successful of careers taken up by Arts graduates and requirements. engagement with subjects in the College has useful advice for those seeking to take up employment on completion of their Arts Average Intake: 850 of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies. WORK PLACEMENT degree: www.nuigalway.ie/choose-arts/ PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will study three subjects in First Year Work placements may be provided with and then pursue two of the subjects you some subject modules. Please refer to pass in � rst year to degree level. During subject pages for details. Field work is orientation week, you will have the also a feature of speci� c subjects, where, opportunity to learn about all the subjects in addition to specialist skills, students learn how to work both in teams and that are on o� er and how di� erent subject FURTHER STUDY combinations � t well together. Talks by independently. Final-year research students and lecturers on the di� erent projects encourage independent working, The University o� ers a wide range of subjects available can be found on knowledge acquisition and evaluation, and taught Master’s degrees and postgraduate www.youtube.com/user/thinkingaboutnuig/ the writing of polished reports. diploma programmes of interest to Arts graduates. The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies also o� ers a number of structured PhD programmes. These programmes can be viewed at: www. FIRST YEAR nuigalway.ie/courses/. Subject A Subject B Subject C 3 Subjects YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE College Skills Passport 20 ECTS 20 ECTS 20 ECTS • GY111 Bachelor of Arts with Creative Writing SECOND YEAR Subject A Subject B Skills* • GY110 Bachelor of Arts with Children Studies • GY115 Bachelor of Arts with 2 Subjects + 1 Skill 25 ECTS 25 ECTS 10 ECTS Performing Studies

Optional Opportunities for Students FIND OUT MORE THIRD YEAR • Study Abroad (compulsory with some languages) Optional • Work/Community Placement College of Arts, Social Sciences, • Diploma/Further Study and Celtic Studies t. +353 91 493 958 e. FINAL YEAR [email protected] Subject A Subject B w. 2 Subjects nuigalway.ie/gy101 30 ECTS 30 ECTS College Skills Passport

*Skills modules are integrated within each subject area. 22 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours)

SUBJECTS AVAILABLE ON BA (JOINT-HONOURS) GY101

Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6 Group 7

Information Archaeology Law Classics English Technology History Gaeilge

Léann an French Psychology Geography Economics Aistriúcháin Spanish Italian

Léann na Sociological & Mathematics Celtic Civilisation Cumarsáide Political Studies

German

Modern Irish Culture Studies (Literature and Music)

• In First Year students select three subjects to study and can choose only one subject from any one group. • In Second Year students progress with two of their three subjects to degree level. • Students who opt to study a language will spend at least part of their Third Year studying abroad (e.g. Erasmus) before progressing into Final Year. • Students selecting Gaeilge as one of their subjects to degree level will spend time in the during their Third Year

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Archaeology is the study of human society through the recovery and analysis of its material remains (i.e., objects, monuments, burials, etc.) Archaeology From digital survey and excavation to learning how history, myth and legend can be used to complement the archaeological record, Archaeology provides students with a deep understanding of the forces that have shaped our world, from the earliest human records to the nineteenth century Our course has a strong emphasis on fi eldwork and interpretation and strikes a good balance between practical, fi eld and laboratory skills and academic training.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR FINAL YEAR STUDY ABROAD • Metal, Warfare and Chiefdoms: The Bronze FIRST YEAR The Erasmus student exchange Age roots of European civilisation programme o� ers you the opportunity to • Recording Monuments in the Landscape • Public Archaeology study abroad in year three. Archaeology • Prehistoric Ireland and Europe • Explaining Prehistory: current trends has Erasmus agreements with Glasgow • Material culture and Museums • Gaelic Peoples: identity and cultural practice University (Scotland) and • Medieval Ireland and Europe • The Development of the Castle in (Czech Republic). Students taking SECOND YEAR Medieval Europe a modern language can also study • Minor Dissertation • People, Ritual and Death: life in early archaeology overseas. Our sta� have • Palaeoecology: reconstructing past prehistoric Europe international research links with universities environments • Sacred Places and Christian Buildings in in Europe and the USA, sit on the boards of • Landscape and Archaeology: context Medieval Ireland a number of international research bodies, and practice • Early Kingship: From chaos to cosmos and have a teaching exchange with Lund • Space, Place and the Irish Landscape WORK PLACEMENT University (Sweden). • Archaeology and Mythical Landscapes of CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Atlantic Ireland (visiting students and HDip) We have placements with four Irish • Interpretation in Archaeology archaeological � eld schools that provide Studying Archaeology is the � rst step • Archaeology in Practice excavation and survey experience. to a professional quali� cation. The • Making Sense of Art: Style, Symbol and Story Placements are for up to four weeks, employment landscape is very broad, • Ancient Civilisations: the rise of complex and occur during the summer months. ranging from forensic archaeology to societies. Students can also � nd placements on museums. While commercial sector • Archaeology and Irish Identity: Celts, excavations abroad, and in museums, archaeology, typically working in pre- Christians, Vikings and heritage centres. development contexts, is a regular • Legends and Real-World Landscapes employment destination in Ireland and of Medieval Ireland (Visiting Students) abroad, there is also growing understanding of Archaeology’s signi� cance for present- day communities, as well as its cultural, educational, tourism and amenity values.

“ I wanted to study somewhere that Archaeology was infused with the local culture. NUI Galway’s archaeology programme provided a unique opportunity to not only study the past in the lecture theatre, but also visit and learn about archaeological sites with distinguished lecturers.” Frank J. Hall is a Galway Doctoral Scholar examining the end of castle-building and the transition to forti� ed houses and ‘stronghouses’ in early modern Ireland.

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE

• MA Landscape Archaeology Dr Carleton Jones • MLitt Archaeology First Year Coordinator • HDip in Archaeology e. [email protected] • Structured PhD in Archaeology w. nuigalway.ie/archaeology/

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Celtic Civilisation is the study of the legacy of the Celts in the world, from when we fi rst encounter the Celts in history to recent times. Celtic We examine the formation of the peoples and nations of Ireland, Northern and Western Britain, and France in the early Middle Ages Civilisation and study aspects of their civilisation in early-modern and modern western Europe You are taken on a journey into a hidden history of Europe and European identities and ideas in Ireland, Wales, Scotland and elsewhere.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

FIRST YEAR In third year, you will have the opportunity • Medieval Celtic Literature (Wales and Ireland) to study abroad as part of the Erasmus • Early and Medieval History of the Celts programme at universities in Wales, • Celtic Mythology, Religion and Folklore Scotland, Brittany, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands, among other locations. SECOND YEAR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Medieval Irish Literature c. 700–1100 • Society and Social Institutions Celtic Civilisation provides opportunities • The Stories of Medieval Wales for career development in the media, • King Arthur and the Holy Grail publishing, heritage, education or • Ancient Celtic Myths academic sectors. • Celtic Languages in the Modern World • Medieval Irish Language I, II FINAL YEAR • Cultural Impact of Christianity • Poetry of Medieval Wales • The Celtic Languages and their Relatives • Poets and Courts: Medieval Celtic Literature 1150–1400 • The Invention of the Celt: Concepts and Perspectives • Medieval Women in the Celtic-Speaking West • Medieval Irish Language III, IV You may also select certain modules from Archaeology, Classics, History and English in Year 2 and Final Year.

“ The opportunity to study medieval Celtic literature and languages gave my studies in Archaeology a deeper and more vibrant perspective. I could not recommend it more.” Kelsey Holmes, BA (Celtic Civilisation and Archaeology)

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE

• MA (Old and ) Full-time Fiona de Paor • MA (Medieval Studies) Full-time t. +353 91 492564 • MA (Irish Studies – Literature and History) e. � [email protected] Full-time, Part-time

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject The long perspective: Classics follows the story of human creativity over millennia, from the Bronze Age Crete c. 2000 BC, to the end of the Western Classics Roman Empire, to the in� uence of Classical culture through the Renaissance down to modern times Geographical breadth: We study the lands and peoples around the entire Mediterranean, in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, with a particular specialism in the impact of Classical culture in Ireland Variety of approaches: We look at the world through many diff erent lenses, studying literature, mythology, art, archaeology, theatre, history, languages and linguistics.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD YEAR ONE An attractive option is to combine • Mythology and the City in Ancient Greece Classics with a modern language, with • Empire and Literature in Ancient Rome the opportunity of transferring to the • Origins of the Written Word BA (International) degree course, which • Roots of European Languages includes a year spent at a university in • Classics in Twenty Objects another European country. At NUI Galway, YEAR TWO Classics also has strong research links • Classical Mythology and Drama with teams working on Mediterranean • History of the Roman Empire archaeology, the early history of languages, • Mediterranean Origins and medieval manuscript culture at • Heroic Epic universities throughout Europe. • Studies in the Ancient Imagination CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • The City-State Classics provides an ideal springboard for FINAL YEAR creative and cultural careers, and many of • Barbarians our graduates obtain employment in such • Pompeii areas as intercultural work, heritage and • Ireland and the Ancient World museums, publishing and communications, • Iconography (Classical themes in public service and education. Many other Renaissance painting) graduates continue to postgraduate • History of Western Science study and research, usually in ancient and • Greek Figured Pottery medieval languages or in material culture • Ancient Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasion and art history, including museum studies. • Option: Special research project on a topic of your choice

LANGUAGES We o� er and Greek as options in every year of study, at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. Approximately 70% of the vocabulary of English is Latin in origin. Studying an ancient language is a great way to build “ Classics gave me a rich understanding of all of your command of English, and to develop your language skills generally. these subjects and trained me to engage in analytical, evaluative and lateral thinking. I recommend Classics to anyone who cares about human history, language and thought.” Sarah Corrigan

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE

• MA (Classics) Professor Michael Clarke • MA (Medieval Studies) Discipline of Classics • Structured PhD in Classics School of Languages, Literatures • Structured PhD in Medieval Studies and Cultures e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/classics/

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Studying Economics gives you an opportunity to deepen your understanding of current aff airs, the economics of the market place, how economic factors Economics in� uence politics and how economic issues have in� uenced the course of history We teach university-level Economics from ‘scratch’; you don’t need to have studied Economics before (e.g. at Leaving Certifi cate level). Most of the students who are studying Economics now have not taken the subject before NUI Galway has a long and proud tradition of research-led teaching in Economics of international standing.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

YEAR ONE In second year, interested students may • Principles of Microeconomics apply to spend third year studying at a • Skills for Economics 1 university in either mainland Europe or • Principles of Macroeconomics other countries such as Canada, USA, or • Skills for Economics 2 China, before progressing into � nal year of their degree. For example, students YEAR TWO recently have spent a year in universities in • Intermediate Microeconomics Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands. • Mathematics for Economics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Plus choose one of two options: · Irish Economic History A degree in Economics provides you with or a wide array of both subject-speci� c and · Comparative Economic Thought transferable skills, of enormous importance · Intermediate Macroeconomics to the world in which we live. Graduating · Statistics for Economics in Economics can lead to you working • Plus choose one of two options: for a variety of employers, including · Economics of Public Policy governments, private companies and or non-governmental organisations (NGOs). · Introduction to Financial Economics FINAL YEAR • Microeconomics and Public Policy • Plus choose two other 5-credit modules: · Health Economics · International Economics · Money and Banking · Environmental and Natural Resource Economics · Econometrics “ The skills obtained were a · Ireland, Europe, and the Global Economy springboard that opened • Macroeconomics and Public Policy • Plus choose two other 5-credit modules: up a range of professional · Economics of Financial Markets opportunities as a public · Public Economics policy economist. Galway · Marine Economics · Development Economics itself is a wonderfully vibrant · Agricultural and Food Economics student town.” • Behavioural Economics Tom McDonnell • Economics and Philosophy BA (Economics and Law)

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE

• MEconSc (International Finance) Professor Paddy Gillespie • MSc (Health Economics) Head of Economics • MSc (Global Environmental Economics) t. +353 91 495 636 • Higher Diploma in Economic Science e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/economics/

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject In 2017 and again in 2018 our discipline of English was named in the top 100–150 English Departments worldwide English The study of English is the study of creative expression in the English language. We examine novels, stories, plays, poems, fi lms, journalism and digital media by women and men from many historical periods, and from various parts of the world, including regions such as Ireland, Britain, North America, Africa and Asia We help you develop your own critical thinking and communication skills to an advanced level.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR Seminar options may include: • Creative Writing FIRST YEAR • Exploring the Creative Arts All students doing English will take two lecture • Shakespeare on Screen modules each semester, and one skills-based • Gender and Globalisation in Modern Ireland tutorial module over both semesters. Students • Masculinity and Crisis on the BA (Joint-Honours) and denominated • Arthurian Literature programmes will also take one additional lecture • African Fiction module over both semesters. • Writing Animals Lecture modules include sections on: • Children’s Fiction • Introduction to Fiction • The Brontës • Introduction to Poetry • Introduction to Drama and Theatre Full lists of options are available on our website: • Critical Perspectives on Literature http://www.nuigalway.ie/english/ • Literature in the Social World STUDY ABROAD SECOND YEAR AND FINAL YEAR In second year, interested students may Students take two lecture courses and one apply to spend third year studying at a seminar in each semester during Second and university in either mainland Europe or Final year. other countries such as Canada, USA, or Lecture course options may include: China, before progressing into � nal year of • Medieval Literature their degree. • Media, Culture and Society CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Eighteenth Century Studies • Novelty, Con� ict, Scandal: Reading the Early English is a � exible subject that provides Modern World graduates with highly valued skills applicable • Drama and Theatre Studies to a variety of occupations. Graduates • Worlds in Revolt: Romanticisms of English have found employment • Stage and Page: The Early Modern Imagination in teaching, journalism, the creative • Genre Studies arts, public service, media, information • Nineteeth Century British Literature technology, digital game design, law, public • Studies in Science Fiction and Fantasy relations, heritage industries, management, Literature librarianship, professional writing and many • Literature of the Digital Age other � elds. • Modern Irish Literature • Contemporary Literature • Modernism/Postmodernism

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE A quali� cation in English o� ers many Irene O’Malley opportunities for further study including: Discipline of English “ Studying English at NUI Galway • MA (English) Full-time, Part-time t. +353 91 492567 has been greatly rewarding. • MA (Digital Cultures) Full-time, Part-time e. [email protected] I found the modules on • MA (Culture and Colonialism) w. nuigalway.ie/english offer intriguing and multi- Full-time, Part-time • MA (Creative Writing) Full-time, Part-time dimensional.” • MA (Journalism) Full-time, Part-time Leigh Jordan

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject French is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, both as a fi rst language, mainly in Europe and North America, and French as a second language globally, including many parts of Africa Tá an t-ábhar seo ar fáil trí Students of French acquire a high level of written and spoken skills Ghaeilge/This subject is so that they can communicate accurately and eff ectively available through Irish French at NUI Galway can be studied through English or Irish.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT NOTE

YEAR ONE Students typically spend a year abroad Students wishing to take First Year French on the EU-funded Erasmus exchange are expected to have attained a Grade H4 in • Introduction to and Culture French in the Leaving Certi� cate. Students • Introduction to French Literature in Context programme, either as a full-time student or employed as a language assistant in a should note that choosing to study a modern YEAR TWO language to degree level involves spending a school. Whether through study or a work period, normally a year, abroad in a country or • French Literature and Relationships placement, you will signi� cantly enhance region where the language for which they are • Introduction to French Textual Analysis both your linguistic abilities and your registered is widely spoken. Students studying • French Language Games and Variations intercultural skills. Your placement abroad French, German, Italian and/ or Spanish as • French Literary Genres (Novel, Poetry, Theatre also means that you will be eligible, at the part of the BA (Joint-Honours) will have the —Seventeeth to Nineteenth Centuries) successful conclusion of your studies, for opportunity to transfer to the BA (International) • Francophone Literatures the award of the BA (International) degree, programme upon successful completion • Autobiography—Contemporary Approaches re� ecting this additional experience. of an academic workload and/or language • France on Stage and Screen assistantship during their year abroad (Year 3 STUDY ABROAD YEAR THREE of the four-year BA (International) degree). • Year Abroad—Erasmus/Assistantship Students have the opportunity to spend their /Work placement third year at a university in France or Belgium, or teaching in a French school. In addition FINAL YEAR to Erasmus exchange agreements with 17 • Reading French History as Literature European partner institutions, our sta� also • French Media and Information have individual research links with universities • The Power of French Images across the Francophone World, from Quebec • Language and Identity in the to North Africa. Francophone World CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Language and Identity in Medieval France • French Sport and Identity French is rated as the third most useful • French Literary Genres (Novel, Poetry, language for business, behind only English Theatre —Twentieth century) and Chinese. Our students acquire • Gender and Identity in French Literature a high level of communication skills, � nding employment in a wide variety of situations, both in Ireland and abroad, including education, administration, media, marketing, translation and interpreting. Former students are currently employed by institutions (e.g., European Union), by non- governmental organisations (NGOs) (such as GOAL), and by companies including Pernod Ricard and L’Oréal.

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE

• MA (French) Professor Philip Dine “ My Erasmus experience • MA (Advanced Language Skills) Discipline of French in Toulouse was one of • MA (International Contemporary School of Languages, the best years of my life!” Literatures and Media) Literatures and Culture • MA (Translation) Nora Baker, Bachelor of Arts t. +353 91 492397 • Structured PhD in French with Creative Writing e. [email protected] (French and Italian) w. nuigalway.ie/french

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AN GHAEILGE, CÉN FÁTH? GY101 Subject Cuireann clár Gaeilge OÉ Gaillimh oiliúint chuimsitheach ar fáil i dTeanga, i Litríocht agus i gCultúr na Gaeilge. Déanfaidh gach mac léinn forbairt ar Gaeilge an nGaeilge atá acu cheana, bíodh an teanga ón scoil nó ó dhúchas acu. Beidh an deis acu cur lena scileanna i labhairt na Gaeilge agus a bheith cruinn sa scríbhneoireacht Tá cáil idirnáisiúnta ar na léachtóirí Gaeilge mar scoláirí bisiúla. Tá múinteoirí teanga ardlíofa againn a bhfuil taithí fhada acu a bheith ag cabhrú le mic léinn Is buntáiste breise iad Áras na Gaeilge agus an campas dátheangach. Ina theannta sin, beidh deis ag mic léinn Seimeastar Gaeltachta/Socrúchán Oibre a dhéanamh mar chuid den chéim. WHY CHOOSE GAEILGE? The study of Gaeilge to degree level at NUI Galway involves a four-year programme. As a student of Gaeilge, you will spend third year off -campus, with one semester in the Gaeltacht and the other semester on a work placement in the Irish language sector The experience will enhance your linguistic and research competence and prioritise career readiness. Entering through the CAO points system under the code GY101, students choose Gaeilge and two other subjects in fi rst year and then progress with Gaeilge and one other subject into second year. If you decide to choose a modern continental language with Gaeilge, you will spend a single semester on an Erasmus exchange and/or applied placement overseas, in addition to a single semester in a Gaeltacht setting.

IMLÍNE AN CHÚRSA SOCRÚCHÁIN OIBRE DEISEANNA GAIRME

BLIAIN A HAON Mar chuid den tríú bliain, caith� dh scoláirí Bíonn céimithe le Gaeilge fostaithe i • An Teanga Bheo 1 and 2 seimeastar ag staidéar ar champais réimse an-leathan post chomh maith leis • Scéal agus Pobal na Gaeilge Ghaeltachta na hOllscoile. Beidh deis acu an múinteoireoircht, sna meáin, agus san • Litríocht agus Cultúr na Linne a bheith ag obair in eagraíocht Ghaeilge sa iriseoireacht. Tá ganntanas mór múinteoirí BLIAIN A DÓ dara seimeastar. Gheobhaidh siad tuilleadh Gaeilge in earnáil an mheánoideachais faoi taithí ar labhairt na Gaeilge agus beidh láthair agus tá an-éileamh ar chéimithe as • Teanga na Nua-Ghaeilge I agus II feabhas dá réir ar a líofacht sa teanga. Gaillimh mar mhúinteoirí Gaeilge. • Sochtheangeolaíocht na Gaeilge NAISC IDIR NÁISIÚNTA POINTE EOLAIS • An Gearrscéal sa Ghaeilge • Nua-Fhilíocht na Gaeilge Tá deiseanna ann seimeastar Erasmus a Nuair a bheidh cúrsa BA (Comhonórach le • Modúl roghnach: An tSean-Ghaeilge/An chaitheamh thar lear chomh maith. Tá Gaeilge) déanta acu, ba cheart go mbeadh Scannánaiocht/Na Meáin Chumarsáide/An ceangal faoi leith ag Roinn na Gaeilge céimithe in ann labhairt go cruinn, líofa Amhránaíocht/Canúintí agus Caighdeán/An le hollscoileanna thar lear a bhfuil na i nGaeilge ina gcuid oibre agus ina saol Fhiannaíocht/Sloinnte agus Logainmneacha teangacha Ceilteacha agus ábhar gaolmhar sóisialta. Tuig� dh siad an tábhacht atá le BLIAIN A TRÍ á dteagasc iontu - Albain, An Bhreatain hoidhreacht na Gaeilge. Tá éileamh mór ar • Seimeastar ar champas Gaeltachta Bheag, an Bhriotáin agus ar Mhór-Roinn chéimithe le honóracha sa Ghaeilge. Beidh • Seimeastar ar shocrúchán oibre nó thar lear na hEorpa, sna Stáit Aontaithe agus i an-chuid scileanna inaistrithe acu idir eolas, BLIAIN A CEATHAIR gCeanada. Chuaigh neart céimithe as anailís agus thaighde. Gaillimh ag múineadh Gaeilge thar lear ar Riachtanais Iontrála Ardteistiméireachta - • Teanga na Nua-Ghaeilge III agus IV scéim FLTA Fulbright (Na Stáit Aontaithe) Tá H5 sa Gaeilge riachtanach. • Filíocht an 17ú-19ú hAois agus ICUF (Ceanada). • An Béaloideas • An tÚrscéal • Modúl roghnach “ Chaith mé trí bliana tairbheacha i nGaillimh. Tá atmaisféar ar leith le sonrú i Roinn na Gaeilge mar gheall ar an dea-chaidreamh idir an fhoireann agus na mic léinn. Chothaigh an taithí sin muinín ionam. Mholfainn an cúrsa do mhic léinn ar mian leo saineolas a chur ar chultúr, léann agus litríocht na Gaeilge.” Aisling Ní Churraighín, BA Gaeilge agus Béarla,mac léinn PhD

STAIDÉAR BREISE TUILLEADH EOLAIS MA/PhD sa Nua-Ghaeilge, PhD (Celtic Fiona De Paor Civilisation), MA/PhD (Sean- agus Meán- Aras na Gaeilge Ghaeilge), Máistir Gairmiúil san Oideachas t. +353 91492564 (MGO/PME), Colonialism), MA (Journalism). r. � [email protected] g. nuigalway.ie/gaeilge

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject NUI Galway is home to one of the largest Geography disciplines in Europe Geography Geography is a multi-layered, diverse and exciting fi eld of study. It is Tá an t-ábhar seo ar fáil trí the key bridging subject linking the humanities, the social sciences Ghaeilge/This subject is and the sciences available through Irish In taking Geography as a subject, not only will you acquire an understanding of our place in the world, you will also develop a skill set (research, computing/Geographical Information Systems (GIS), surveying) that is applicable in many sectors of employment.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

YEAR ONE We provide experiential learning through � eld and lab-based instruction throughout This year introduces you to key geographical the degree. This provides you with the ideas, processes and concepts that impact on and shape the physical and human landscape, transferable skills necessary for future and emphasises � eld trips, mapping and employment. We have recently expanded laboratory skills. our skills-based o� erings, which include YEAR TWO AND FINAL YEAR increased GIS-based credits and increased skills-based training for � rst year students. Courses on o� er range from Rural to Urban Geography, Coastal Environments to STUDY ABROAD Climatology, Economic Geography to Political Geography at NUI Galway has many and Cultural Geography, Environmental Planning international links all across the globe. to GIS. One of the key elements of Final Year Our recent international student � eld Geography is the opportunity you have to develop critical analytical skills in designing and trips include destinations such as executing a supervised research project. Bosnia–Herzegovina, the Czech Republic and China. All of our lecturers are active, internationally renowned researchers, and you will have the opportunity to undertake international exchanges in Germany and the USA. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Geography students acquire a wide range of skills and qualities that are valuable in many professions. The combinations of numerical and analytical skills are highly sought after by many sectors “ I’m currently completing a of employment. Recent graduates PhD programme funded by have excelled and carved out niches Teagasc, and the skills I gained for themselves in lecturing, teaching, environmental consultancy, journalism, during my time at NUI Galway heritage work, renewable energy sector, are of great relevance to this marketing, planning, tourism, government opportunity.” and policy institute research, in non- governmental organisations (NGO) and Brian Leonard, BA (Joint-Honours). CSO development work.

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • MA (Environment, Society and Development) Dr John McDonagh • MSc (Marine and Coastal Environments) First Year Coordinator Geography t. +353 91 492 569 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/geography/

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject German is the native language of about 100 million people, and 38% of all Europeans speak German in Austria, Switzerland and elsewhere German Germany is the most important trading partner for almost all European and many non-European countries. Speaking German is key to success in the job market—in Ireland, Germany and the European Union At NUI Galway you can study German even without previous knowledge of the language When you graduate you will have acquired a high level of profi ciency in German and a deep understanding of the culture and history of Germany.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT NOTE

YEAR ONE As an alternative to studying at a German Students should note that choosing to study a modern language to degree level • and Culture university, students may spend the involves spending a period, normally a year, (Beginners or Advanced) third year of their programme on an abroad in a country or region where the • Skills for Learning German organised internship with a German language for which they are registered is (Beginners or Advanced) or Austrian company. widely spoken. German may be taken in • No prior knowledge is needed for the STUDY ABROAD First Arts with previous knowledge of the beginners’ stream. Leaving Certi� cate German Students studying German spend one year language (advanced) or at beginners, level. or an equivalent standard is required for the studying at one of NUI Galway’s partner advanced course. First-year German consists universities in Germany or Austria. The of a comprehensive written oral language year abroad allows students to reach a high course, complemented by contemporary degree of � uency in German and to enjoy literary and cultural studies. The language valuable intercultural experiences. classes take place in small groups, with an emphasis on developing the communication CAREER OPPORTUNITIES skills of the student. Graduates of German are in high demand YEAR TWO in multilingual customer service for • German Language I and II companies such as eBay, Google, Apple • German Studies I and II or in the medical device industries. • History of German Literature and Culture I and II • Modules include lectures on German literature, culture and � lm studies, on linguistics, and the e� ective use of media. “ I spent my Erasmus year YEAR THREE abroad studying in Berlin, • Year abroad on Erasmus or work placement which was amazing. From the FINAL YEAR very � rst lecture, the German • German Language I and II Department won me over with • German Cultural Studies I–IV their enthusiasm and passion • Modules include lectures on German literature, media, history, theatre and cinema. for what they teach.” Jeannine Jud, BA International (German and History)

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE

• MA (German) Ms Geraldine Smyth • MA (International Contemporary t. +353 91 492626 Literatures and Media) e. [email protected] • MA (Advanced Language Skills) (German) w. nuigalway.ie/german • MA (Translation Studies) • PhD German

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Students will explore the local and the global past, focusing on the of Ireland, Britain, continental Europe, North America, History Australasia and Africa Tá an t-ábhar seo ar fáil trí History students can choose from more than 50 modules and can also Ghaeilge/This subject is study history through Irish available through Irish As a History student, you will be trained in techniques that are invaluable in numerous career paths. You will learn how to source information in libraries, archives and on the internet, how to test the accuracy of a claim against the available evidence, and how to formulate a coherent argument and express it eff ectively—all skills indispensable in any job.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

YEAR ONE Between second and � nal year, you can • Ireland and Europe, 1789–1918 choose to study History on an exchange • Europe from Medieval to Modern programme in universities in Europe and • Skills for Historians North America, including Strasbourg, Leiden, Mainz, and Strathclyde. Many of Plus two other subjects are selected from the these programmes are taught through extensive Arts menu English. The year abroad o� ers an YEAR TWO excellent opportunity to develop an • One colloquium (research-oriented small existing language competency. It also group module) gives students the chance to experience • One additional lecture module in each of these di� erent social, cultural and time periods: medieval, early modern, and academic environments. modern CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • One additional module in any time period, of the student’s choice The kinds of research, writing and FINAL YEAR analytical skills that you will acquire as a • Two seminar modules (research-oriented small History student are highly valued in the group modules) modern workplace. Our recent graduates • Two lecture modules of the student’s choice have gone on to work in a variety of di� erent � elds, including journalism, law, archives, public service, arts administration, publishing, teaching, speech writing and management consulting.

“ I write everyday about everything from murder to rugby matches, but it is the ability to archive, write, interpret and summarise facts, all skills I obtained studying History at NUI FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE Galway.” • MA (History) Dr Caitriona Clear Luke Henderson, Journalist, Sligo • MA (Medieval Studies) Weekender Newspaper Head of First Year History • MA (Culture and Colonialism) Discipline of History t. +353 91 493 099 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/history

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject By studying Information Technology, you will develop the cognitive and applied skills needed for the design, application and support of Information computerised systems Taken in combination with another Arts subject, the study of Technology Information Technology provides a well-rounded, third-level education, matching the needs of the information society and providing you with valuable vocational skills According to the CSO, the highest earning graduates after fi ve years were in computer science.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR COURSE OUTLINE

YEAR ONE During the � rst year, you will be introduced • Computer Systems to the fundamentals of Information • Algorithms Technology and computing and will develop • Programming I immediately useful skills in computer • Programming II programming and internet applications. Building on this foundation, during second YEAR TWO and � nal year courses you will focus on • Object Oriented (OO) Programming I more advanced topics in programming, • Object Orientated (OO) Programming II information systems and databases, and • Database Systems I computing systems and their application. • Web-based Information Systems Most of the Information Technology • Systems Analysis & Design courses are complemented by practical • Web Application Development laboratory classes and assignments. FINAL YEAR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • OO Programming III • Humanities Applications Graduates of the BA programme • Final Year Project may pursue any of the traditional BA • Two options: Human Computer Interaction, employment avenues, enhanced with the Multimedia Development and Arti� cial knowledge of computing that they have Intelligence. acquired. More speci� c IT employment opportunities range from translation and localization, through media and content careers to GIS. You may also choose to pursue postgraduate studies in the IT � eld and work in IT design and development. Nationally and internationally, IT industries are experiencing phenomenal growth with many di� erent opportunities available for developing a ful� lling career.

FURTHER STUDY “ I would highly recommend FIND OUT MORE all Arts students to consider • MA Digital Cultures (MA) Information Technology taking IT as a subject because • MSC Information Systems Management Discipline, NUI Galway t. +353 91 493143 it’s a chance to try something e. new, and to learn about [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/engineering- an unfamiliar subject.” informatics/information-technology/ Tracey McEvoy, BA Graduate

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject This course provides an integrated interdisciplinary programme of learning for students with a particular interest in modern and Modern Irish contemporary Irish culture The literature strand of the programme explores Ireland’s most Culture Studies accomplished writers in Irish and in English from the nineteenth century to the present. The music strand provides a historical and theoretical (Literature approach to Irish music (and dance) practice during the same period, and Music) spanning traditional and popular genres All classes are taught through English, and Irish-language material is studied in English translation.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

YEAR ONE The Centre for Irish Studies has • Traditional Irish Music and Dance since 1893 undergraduate links with European partners • An Introduction to Twentieth-Century in A Coruña, Dalarna, Leuven, Liverpool, Irish Writing Paris and Prague, and with Concordia • The Migrant Experience in Irish Writing University in the USA. • Irish Music and Emigration CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YEAR TWO You will develop key pro� ciencies in critical • Constructing Identities in Irish Music and thinking and independent research and a “ The superb assistance Dance high level of oral and written presentation provided and the wonderful, • Irish Landscapes, Culture and Literature skills, precisely the competencies required enthusiastic lecturers make • Claiming Place in Gaelic Irish Literature by employers across a broad range of this subject a joy to attend... • Festival, Ritual and Commemoration occupations in the modern workplace, • Music, Gender and Ireland including education, journalism and You won’t be disappointed and • Aspects of Twentieth-Century Irish Writing communications, arts and heritage, it will remain with you as a life- FINAL YEAR publishing and the public service. shaping experience.” • An Introduction to Literary and Cultural Theory Ian Mac Carlúis • Topics in Irish Music Studies • Topics in Irish Literature Studies • Independent Research Project

FURTHER STUDY

• MA (Irish Studies–Literature and History) Full-time, Part-time • MA (Irish Studies–Literature and Music) Full-time, Part-time

FIND OUT MORE Samantha Williams t. +353 91 492051 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/centre_irish_studies/

Image of Ríonach Ní Néill by Ceara Conway.

35 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Italian helps in many careers—teaching, communications, business, law, services, administration, the arts and translation Italian Italian is taught in small groups, and the quality of care, individual attention and the quality of teaching provided to students ensure high academic standards, provide a rewarding learning experience and help develop the presentation, communication, time management and team work skills necessary to succeed in today’s challenging work environment Students can start Italian as beginners without previous knowledge of the language.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

YEAR ONE As part of the BA (International) degree Foreign-language competence is an essential requirement in the job market. • I and II and the BA (Global Languages) degree, Italian equips students with skills in • Italy at the Movies you will have the opportunity to spend one semester of third year in Italy teaching the areas of teaching, translation and YEAR TWO English. This work placement is facilitated cross-cultural communication, as • Intermediate Language I and II by the discipline of Italian in collaboration primary and secondary teachers or as • Oral with the Department of Education and professionals working for private business • Applied Language Skills Italian organisations. In semester two of or government bodies both in Ireland • Italian Culture and Society I � nal year, you will be given the opportunity and the European Union. • Italian Culture and Society II to enrol in community-based learning, NOTE YEAR THREE in which you will teach Italian to primary • Year Abroad–Erasmus or work placement school students in selected primary Students should note that choosing to study a modern language to degree level involves FINAL YEAR schools in the Galway area. spending a period, normally a year, abroad in a • Language III STUDY ABROAD country or region where the language for which • Oral Italian has developed agreements with they are registered is widely spoken. Italian may be taken in First Arts without previous knowledge • Italian Culture and Society III universities in Italy as part of the BA of the language. Students studying French, • Italian Culture and Society IV (International) degree and the BA (Global • Italian Children’s Literature German, Italian and/or Spanish as part of the Languages) degree. During third year, BA (Joint-Honours) will have the opportunity to • Community-Based Learning you can choose to spend two semesters transfer to the BA (International). studying at universities in Italy, or apply to split the Erasmus year abroad by doing one semester at an Italian or European university (a popular option for those taking two languages to degree level) and one semester in a work placement.

“ There is a wonderful staff of teachers and lecturers who FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE are always available and eager to help, while the opportunity • MA (Advanced Language Skills) Professor Paolo Bartoloni • MA (Translation Studies) Discipline of Italian to spend a year studying • MA (International and Contemporary School of Languages, in Italy really enhances the Media and Literature) Literatures and Cultures • PhD in Italian experience.” t. +353 91 492397 Tadhg Gleeson, BA e. [email protected] (International) w. nuigalway.ie/italian/

36 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject The BA (Joint-Honours) degree gives students a unique opportunity to study Law with a choice of other Arts subjects. Popular combinations Law include Law with Sociology and Politics, languages, English or History The average class size in fi rst year is 200 To complete their legal education, graduates from this programme will be admitted to the fi nal year of the LLB (Bachelor of Law) programme. Upon graduation from the LLB programme, students can pursue professional legal training as a solicitor (with the Law Society of Ireland) or as a barrister (with the King’s Inn).

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD NOTE

YEAR ONE At the end of second year, interested In Second Arts, there is a limit of 100 on the • Irish Legal System students may apply to spend third year number of students admitted to Law. Places in Law will be decided on academic merit in • Law of Torts studying at a university in either mainland that discipline, based on the results of the � rst • Legal Skills Europe or other countries such as Canada or China. These students then return to sitting (Semester 1 and Semester 2) of the First YEAR TWO Arts examination in the student’s � rst year of complete their programme in Galway in attendance (2020–2021), where the student • Constitutional Law their fourth year. Students who opt for a • Contract Law must have passed the First Arts examination language as one of the arts subjects can outright by achieving an average of 40% or • European Human Rights participate in Erasmus. higher in each of their subjects. • Sociology of Law CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Legal Methods and Research FINAL YEAR Law has been taught at NUI Galway since • European Union Law 1849, and many of our BA (Joint-Honours) • Criminal Law in Law graduates practice as barristers or • Administrative Law solicitors in Ireland and throughout the world. Our graduates include members of the judiciary, managing partners of law � rms and legal counsel for leading organisations and businesses. Many graduates decide to pursue careers outside legal practice. Graduates may choose to work in the public sector (government departments, local government, and the Law Reform Commission) while others may opt for graduate training programmes or for careers in accountancy, banking, taxation, insurance, compliance or with institutions such as the United Nations and the Council of Europe.

“ Choosing the Arts route gave me the flexibility to study a FURTHER STUDY variety of law subjects while also nuigalway.ie/law/courses developing my language skills and to approach the law from FIND OUT MORE a more multidisciplinary basis.” School of Law Ruth Cormican, NUI Galway Law graduate t. +353 91 492 752 and Human Rights Attaché to the e. [email protected] Permanent Mission of Ireland to the United w. nuigalway.ie/law Nations in Geneva

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GY101 Subject Ábhar roghnach ar an gCéim BA Onóracha Dhá Ábhar (GY101) is ea Léann an Aistriúcháin, a bhíonn á theagasc go hiomlán tríGhaeilge agus a mhaireann ar feadh trí bliana Léann an Cabhróidh an t-ábhar céime seo leat forbairt a dhéanamh mar dhuine atá in ann machnamh go criticiúil agus grinnanailís a dhéanamh ar Aistriúcháin réimse leathan ábhar Ina theannta sin, má roghnaíonn tú Léann an Aistriúcháin, bainfi dh tú sult agus taitneamh as an meascán tomhaiste den staidéar acadúil agus den oiliúint phraiticiúil a gheobhaidh tú san aistriúchán agus i gcruinnscríobh na Gaeilge.

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BLIAIN A HAON Más spéis agat céim i réimse an aistriúcháin • Gnéithe den Aistriúchán tá dhá rogha agat: staidéar a dhéanamh ar • Bunscileanna Gramadaí Léann an Aistriúcháin mar ábhar roghnach • Bunscileanna Aistriúcháin sa BA Onóracha Dhá Ábhar (GY101) in imeacht trí bliana, nó an BA (Gaeilge agus BLIAIN A DÓ Léann an Aistriúcháin) a bhaint in imeacht • Gramadach agus Litriú na Gaeilge 1 ceithre bliana, le bliain taithí oibre sa tríú • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna 1 bliain. Ag brath ar do chuid torthaí sa Chéad • Stair an Aistriúcháin in Éirinn Bhliain agus do chuid pointí CAO, beidh • Téarmeolaíocht deis agat aistriú sa Dara Bliain go dtí an • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna 2 chéim ainmnithe BA (Gaeilge agus Léann • Cruinneas agus Saibhriú Teanga an Aistriúcháin), má thograíonn tú é. An BLIAIN A TRÍ buntáiste a bhaineann leis an gcur chuige solúbtha seo ná nach gá duit d’intinn a • Gramadach agus Litriú na Gaeilge 2 “ Cúrsa iontach suimiúil é • Tionscadal Aistriúcháin shocrú ar fad go dtí go mbeidh an Chéad • Gnó an Aistriúcháin/Fotheidealú Bhliain curtha i gcrích agat. Má roghnaíonn seo ina bhfuilim ag foghlaim • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna 3 tú Léann an Aistriúcháin mar ábhar, beidh Gaeilge agus gramadach • Eagarthóireacht agus Léamh Profaí teacht agat ar a lán ábhair eile; ina measc siúd tá Gaeilge, Béarla, Eacnamaíocht, chruinn, chomh maith le bheith Fraincis, Gearmáinis, Iodáilis, Léann na ag foghlaim scileanna a bhím Cumarsáide, Matamaitic, Spáinnis, Stair, in ann úsáid chuile lá lasmuigh agus Tíreolaíocht. Beidh trí ábhar le roghnú den ollscoil. Tá caidreamh agat sa Chéad Bhliain agus leanfaidh tú ar aghaidh le dhá ábhar onóracha don chéim. iontach idir na scoláirí agus na DEISEANNA FOSTAÍOCHTA léachtóirí sa chúrsa, agus tá meascán canúintí le cloisteáil, Tá deiseanna iontacha ar fáil do dhaoine a bhfuil cáilíocht acu san aistriúchán de rud a chabhróidh go mór linn bharr Acht na dTeangacha Oi� giúla agus agus muid ar thóir fostaíocht stádas oi� giúil na Gaeilge san Aontas san earnáil seo.” Eorpach. Ceaptar go mbeidh stádas iomlán Aoife Ní Chonghaile, BA Gaeilge & Léann ag an nGaeilge san Aontas Eorpach go an Aistriúcháin luath agus go mbeidh a lán jabanna ar thuarastal an-mhaith le fáil, go háirithe ag daoine a bhfuil cáilíocht aitheanta aistriúcháin acu mar aon le teanga Eorpach eile (chomh maith le Gaeilge agus Béarla). Bíonn poist le fáil freisin ag céimithe Léann an Aistriúcháin sna réimsí seo a leanas: • cuideachtaí aistriúcháin; • na meáin chumarsáide; • eagraíochtaí Gaeilge; TUILLEADH EOLAIS • féinfhostaíocht; An tAonad Aistriúcháin agus • eagraíochtaí stáit. Ateangaireachta Ollscoil na hÉireann, Gaillimh t. +353 91 49 3366 r. [email protected] g. oegaillimh.ie/acadamh

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Léann an Aistriúcháin/Translation Studies can be taken as a subject on the GY101 BA (Joint-Honours) programme. This subject is taught fully through Léann an Irish and forms part of a three-year degree programme This degree subject will assist you in your development as a critical thinker Aistriúcháin and in your ability to analyse a wide range of subject matter In addition, if you choose Léann an Aistriúcháin/Translation Studies, you will benefi t from a fi nely balanced combination of academic study and practical training in the areas of translation and precision writing in Irish. YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR

YEAR ONE TWO LEARNING OPTIONS CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Gnéithe den Aistriúchán (Aspects of If you are interested in a degree in As a result of the O� cial Languages Translation) translation, you have two options at Act and the o� cial status of Irish in the • Bunscileanna Gramadaí (Fundamental NUI Galway: you can choose Léann an European Union, there are now superb Grammar Skills) Aistriúcháin/Translation Studies as an employment opportunities for people • Bunscileanna Aistriúcháin (Fundamental optional subject of the BA (Joint-Honours) with quali� cations in translation. Irish is now Translation Skills) programme (GY101) over three years, or an o� cial language of the European Union, YEAR TWO you can undertake the BA (Gaeilge agus and this will result in many highly-paid jobs, • Gramadach agus Litriú na Gaeilge I (Irish Léann an Aistriúcháin) programme (GY107) especially for those with a recognised Language Grammar and Spelling I) over four years, with a work placement quali� cation in Translation Studies as well • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna I (Applied being provided in Year Three. Depending as another European language (in addition Translation I) on your results in � rst year and your CAO to Irish and English). • Stair an Aistriúcháin in Éirinn (The History of points, you will have the opportunity in Graduates of Léann an Aistriúcháin/ Translation in Ireland) second year to transfer to the denominated Translation Studies also obtain • Téarmeolaíocht (Terminology) BA (Gaeilge agus Léann an Aistriúcháin) employment in the following areas: • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna 2 (Applied degree. The advantage of this � exible Translation 2) approach is that you do not have to make • translation companies/agencies; • Cruinneas agus Saibhriú Teanga (Linguistic a � nal decision on your subject choice until • the media; you have completed � rst year. If you choose Precision and Enrichment) • Irish language organisations; FINAL YEAR Léann an Aistriúcháin/Translation Studies as a subject, you will have a wide choice • self-employment; • Gramadach agus Litriú na Gaeilge 2 (Irish of other subjects, including Irish, English, • state organisations. Language Grammar and Spelling 2) Economics, French, German, Italian, Léann • Tionscadal Aistriúcháin (Translation Project) na Cumarsáide, Mathematics, Spanish, • Gnó an Aistriúcháin/Fotheidealú (Translation as History and Geography. You will choose a Business/Subtitling) three subjects in total in � rst year and you • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna 3 (Applied will continue with two of these subjects for Translation 3) your honours degree. • Eagarthóireacht agus Léamh Profaí (Editing and Proofreading)

“ This course covers a vast amount of material, both theoretical and practical aspects of translation are extensively studied. The course prepares us for independent research and a career in translation. The lecturers provide ongoing help FIND OUT MORE and support and encourage us to perform to the best of our Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, ability.” National University of Ireland, Joe Seoighe, BA Gaeilge & Léann an Galway Aistriúcháin t. +353 91 493 366 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/acadamh

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GY101 Subject Ábhar roghnach ar an gCéim BA (GY101) is ea Léann na Cumarsáide, a bhíonn á theagasc go hiomlán trí mheán na Gaeilge ar Champas na hOllscoile i nGaillimh agus a mhaireann ar feadh trí bliana. Léann na Cabhróidh an chéim seo leat forbairt a dhéanamh mar dhuine atá in ann machnamh go criticiúil agus grinnanailís a dhéanamh ar réimse leathan Cumarsáide ábhar. Ina theannta sin, má roghnaíonn tú Léann na Cumarsáide, bainfi dh tú sult agus taitneamh as an meascán tomhaiste den staidéar acadúil agus den oiliúint phraiticiúil a gheobhaidh tú san iriseoireacht, sa léiriú teilifíse agus raidió, sa chraoltóireacht agus sna hilmheáin.

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BLIAIN A HAON Más spéis leat céim sna meáin a bhaint Páirtnéireacht nuálach le RTÉ is ea an MA (Cleachtas Gairmiúil sna Meáin) faoina • Scéalaíocht Dhigiteach trí Ghaeilge tá dhá rogha agat: staidéar a mbíonn deis eisceachtúil ag mic léinn • Machnamh Criticiúil agus Láithreoireacht dhéanamh ar Léann na Cumarsáide mar tabhairt faoin staidéar acadúil ar líne • Bunús na hIriseoireachta ábhar roghnach sa BA (GY101) in imeacht agus taithí oibre luachmhar a fháil san • Na Meáin agus an tSochaí trí bliana, nó an BA (Cumarsáid and Gaeilge) a bhaint amach in imeacht ceithre bliana, iriseoireacht, sa chraoltóireacht agus i BLIAIN A DÓ le seimeastar Gaeltachta agus taithí oibre gcruthú ábhair in aonaid Ghaeilge RTÉ. • Dearadh Físe sa tríú bliain. Ag brath ar do chuid torthaí Tá sé ar fáil ar bhonn lánaimseartha nó ar • Teicneolaíochtaí na Meán sa Chéad Bhliain, beidh deis agat aistriú bhonn páirtaimseartha. • Anailís na Meán sa dara bliain go dtí an chéim ainmnithe • Craoltóireacht BA (Cumarsáid and Gaeilge), más maith • An Gné-Alt leat. An buntáiste a bhaineann leis an gcur • Dlí, Eiticí agus an Córas Poiblí chuige solúbtha seo ná nach gá duit d’intinn BLIAIN A TRÍ a shocrú ar fad go dtí go mbeidh an Chéad • Lucht Féachana na Meán Bhliain curtha i gcrích agat. Má roghnaíonn • Dúshláin na Méan Sóisialta tú Léann na Cumarsáide mar ábhar, beidh • Scriptscríobh teacht agat ar chuimse ábhar eile. Ina • Iriseoireacht Fheidhmeach measc siúd tá Gaeilge, Béarla, Fraincis, Stair, • Geilleagar na Meán Léann an Aistriúcháin, Iodáilis, Spáinnis, • Tionscadal Deiridh Céime Teicneolaíocht na Faisnéise, Síceolaíocht agus Léann na Socheolaíochta agus na Polaitíochta. Roghnaíonn tú trí ábhar sa Chéad Bhliain agus leanann tú ar aghaidh le dhá ábhar onóracha don chéim. Tá Léann na Cumarsáide á thairiscint ar Champas na hOllscoile i nGaillimh.

TUILLEADH EOLAIS Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge Ollscoil na hÉireann Gaillimh t. +353 87 7954125 r. [email protected] g. www.oegaillimh.ie/acadamh

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject The option to study media and communications through the medium of Irish is now available as part of the three-year, Joint-Honours Arts Léann na degree (GY101) at NUI Galway This programme will help you develop as a critical and creative thinker Cumarsáide capable of analysing a broad range of issues. In addition to that, if you choose Léann na Cumarsáide you will enjoy its balanced mix of academic study and practical, hands-on learning in journalism, television and radio production, broadcasting and multimedia.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR TWO LEARNING CHOICES CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

YEAR ONE If you wish to study media through Irish to When you graduate you will be skilled in various aspects of television and radio • Digital Storytelling degree level you have two options: Léann production and broadcasting, print and • Critical Thinking and Presentation na Cumarsáide as an optional subject online journalism, and multimedia and • Foundations of Journalism choice in the arts programme (GY101) digital technologies. You will have a keen • Media and Society over three years; or the BA (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge) over four years, including a understanding of story structure and In � rst year, you choose two additional subjects Gaeltacht semester and work experience visual language, and you will be able from the following list (we recommend you choose Irish and Léann an Aistriúcháin): in third year. If you opt to take Léann to analyse the role of the media in Irish, Léann an Aistriúcháin, French, English, na Cumarsáide, you choose two other contemporary society. This will give you History, Mathematics, Law, Psychology, Celtic subjects in � rst year (making three in total) a strong foundation on which to seek Civilisation, Economics, Sociological and Political and continue in subsequent years with two employment in the highly competitive Studies, Information Technology, Spanish, Italian, honours subjects to degree level. You will media market, in RTÉ, TG4, BBC, local Philosophy, Archaeology. also be able to switch to the more specialist radio stations, independent production YEAR TWO BA (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge) in second companies, media companies or public • Video Design year, if you so wish, depending on your � rst relations � rms. The study of media • Media Technologies year results. An advantage of this � exible through Irish, as part of an arts degree, • Media Analysis approach is that you do not have to make gives you a strong foundation • Broadcasting up your mind about which path to follow for a career in politics, business, • Law, Ethics and Public Service until the end of � rst year. management, and the non-pro� t sector, • The Feature Article including non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and charity organisations, and the FINAL YEAR public service. • Media Audience • The Challenges of Social Media • Scriptwriting • Applied Journalism • The Economy of the Media • Final Year Project

FURTHER STUDY The MA (Cleachtas Gairmiúil sna Meáin) is built on an innovative partnership with RTE and o� ers a unique combination of online academic study and on-the-job work experience in journalism, broadcasting and content creation in RTE’s Irish-language units. It is o� ered on a full-time or on a part-time basis.

FIND OUT MORE Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge Ollscoil na hÉireann Gaillimh t. +353 87 7954125 e. [email protected] w. oegaillimh.ie/acadamh

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Mathematics and Mathematical Studies incorporate mathematics, Mathematics statistics and their applications. Higher level Mathematics at Leaving Certifi cate is NOT an entry requirement for this subject If you choose to study Mathematics, by the end of your degree, you will be highly valued by employers, with refi ned skills such as the ability to think rationally, process complex data reliably, and construct and use mathematical models. Other skills, such as presentation and report writing skills, are also developed throughout the degree programme.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD The subject Mathematical Studies is The School of Mathematics, Statistics broad based and o� ers opportunities and Applied Mathematics has many for study across a wide range of topics international links. In the past, students in Mathematics and its applications, from the school have studied in Germany, whereas the subject Mathematics involves Hong Kong, Spain and the USA as part of a particular emphasis on theoretical and their undergraduate degree. abstract aspects of mathematical activity. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The � rst year of the programme consists of Graduates � nd employment in a wide a wide-ranging introduction to all aspects range of areas, including the � nancial of mathematics, its applications and its sector, the information technology (IT) historical and cultural development. After and software industry, the meteorological � rst year, students will have the option service, the civil service and the to continue to degree level either in teaching profession. Mathematics or in Mathematical Studies. nuigalway.ie/career-development-centre/ servicesforstudents/explore/options/ NOTE

Students passing First Arts Mathematics may progress to Second Arts in Mathematical Studies. Students achieving a mark of 60% or higher in First Arts Mathematics and who have taken and passed module MA186 may take Mathematics in Second Arts.

“ Having maths combined with social sciences has been a great grounding for working in policy. Studying maths results in strong analytical skills and provides a good grounding in logical thinking.” Ciara Phelan, BA (Mathematics and Economics)

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE Opportunities for further study and Professor Graham Ellis research in Mathematics and its t. applications also exist. These include a +353 91 493011 e. [email protected] postgraduate diploma in Mathematics, a w. master’s degree in Mathematics and a PhD nuigalway.ie/science/school-of- in Mathematics. maths/undergraduate-degrees/

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Philosophy will take you to new and exciting intellectual places Philosophy You will learn how to examine and criticise arguments and to analyse problems in a clear and coherent manner We off er a wide range of philosophical approaches, including East Asian thought Philosophy off ers key insights into how to think critically and how to apply these insights to ethical problems arising from the impact of technology and science on all aspects of society.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

YEAR ONE NUI Galway is part of an Erasmus exchange • Introduction to the History of Philosophy scheme with other European universities • Critical Thinking and Persuasive Writing and has an established visiting-student • Introduction to Practical Ethics link with the Middle Eastern Technical YEAR TWO University at Ankara in Turkey. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • History of Modern Philosophy • Information Ethics Philosophers read critically, think • Moral and Political Philosophy clearly, and write persuasively. These • Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art skills are attractive to a very wide range • Bioethics of employers. Past graduates have • Philosophical Enquiry through P4C pursued careers in the business world, • Formal Logic law, government service, the media and • East Asian Philosophy and Culture teaching, among many other � elds. • Nietzsche and Philosophy FINAL YEAR • Kant’s Theoretical Philosophy • American Pragmatism • Moral Theory • Philosophy of Mind • Topics in Applied Philosophy • Topics in Practical Philosophy • Advanced Philosophical Text • History of Irish Thought • Extended Essay “ As Philosophy works well with other subjects, I would strongly encourage future students to pursue Philosophy through their undergraduate degree.” Lillian Blackadder, 2018

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • MA (Values and Knowledge), Ms Ann O’Higgins Full-time, Part-time t. +353 91 492 382 • Structured PhD in Philosophy of Art e. and Culture, Full-time [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/philosophy

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject You will have an opportunity to develop insights into both yourself and those around you. This will promote your personal development and Psychology your understanding of the human condition The systematic approach to problem-solving that you acquire during the training will stand to you in your chosen career and means that graduates of Psychology are highly sought after across a range of sectors Graduates of our joint-honours off ering can apply to complete the Higher Diploma in Psychology (Conversion), which confers eligibility for graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland, the professional body for psychologists in Ireland.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD During the First Year of the course, you The School of Psychology has established will be introduced to the main areas of the links with Erasmus partners across Europe Psychology, including: and a growing number of universities in the USA and further a� eld. You will have • Child development the option to spend up to a year abroad • The study of internal mental processes studying Psychology in another university. (e.g., memory, problem solving), and the CAREER OPPORTUNITIES impact of social in� uence on individuals • Methods of psychological research Apart from further training in psychology, “ I am lucky to be entering the our past graduates have taken up posts in field of psychological research In Second and Final year you will complete a range of settings including information further study in the pure and applied � elds with a wealth of knowledge technology (IT) (e.g., cyber security), of psychology, including: marketing, public relations, human and experience only afforded • Abnormal, forensic and clinical resources, journalism, social work and to me by the joint-honours psychology occupational therapy. programme.” • Cognitive psychology Sarah Carthy, PhD Student, Psychology • Developmental psychology • Biological psychology • Health and social psychology

NOTE There are 100 places for students entering Psychological Studies in Second Year. Places for Psychological Studies will be decided on academic merit in that discipline, based on the results of the � rst sitting (Semester 1 and Semester 2) of the First Arts Examination in the student’s � rst year of attendance (2020-2021), where the student must have passed the First Arts examination outright by achieving an average of 40% or higher in each of their subjects.

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE The completion of the one-year Higher Diploma in Arts (Psychology Conversion) following Dr Caroline Heary the BA (Joint Honours) brings you to the same level as those completing the denominated Director of Undergraduate BA in Psychology (GY104). Entry to the Higher Diploma in Psychology (Conversion) is by Programmes in Psychology competitive selection. This quali� cation is accredited by the professional body and enables t. +353 91 495059 you to pursue training that can allow you to practise as a psychologist in the future—for e. [email protected] example, as a clinical, educational or health psychologist. w. nuigalway.ie/psychology/

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Our undergraduate off ering combines Political Science, Sociology and Applied Social Studies Sociological Political Science examines all aspects of political life and behaviour, as well as crucial political concepts, such as freedom, democracy and equality. and Political Sociology explores constitutive facets of society, especially relating to culture, identity, and diversity. Applied Social Studies is concerned with Studies understanding and responding eff ectively to social problems Our students develop vital skills including communication, research, critical thinking, teamwork, equality and diversity awareness The , Michael D. Higgins, is a past graduate of the School of Political Science and Sociology at NUI Galway, and a former lecturer in the School.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Community Development • Child Protection YEAR ONE • Environmentalism In � rst year, students are introduced to basic • Health Policy concepts in political science and sociology. • Poverty These topics include: • Public Administration • Power, states, parties and elections; • Human Rights Socialisation, conformity and nonconformity; • Sociology of Sexuality Crime in Ireland; Social strati� cation; Class • Mexican Politics and Society inequality; Ethnicity and race; Gender and • Smart and Liveable Cities and Suburbs “ With an outstanding team inequality; Political Ideologies: • Ocean and Marine Politics of staff and an extremely SECOND YEAR • Northern Ireland Politics interactive environment, I have The School of Political Science and Sociology, STUDY ABROAD students can opt to specialise in either more found that studying Sociology In second year, interested students may ‘Political’ or more ‘Sociological’ module choices. and Political Science in apply to spend third year studying at a This innovative ‘Pathway Specialisation’ NUI Galway has been one of approach allows students to take advantage of university in either mainland Europe or the breadth and scope of the modules o� ered other countries such as Canada, USA, or the best choices I have ever by the School, which cover most of the social China, before progressing into � nal year made.” and political sciences. Modules include: of their degree. We have established Dylan Chambers, BA • European Politics links with other international universities (Political Science and Sociology) • Social Issues and Policy Responses including Leuven University (KU Leuven) • International Politics in Belgium, Helsinki University and Abo • Comparative Studies Akademi in Finland and • Political or Social Theory in the Netherlands. • Social Science Research Methods CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FINAL YEAR STUDENTS PICK FROM OPTIONS INCLUDING: Our programmes equip graduates with • Political Sociology the knowledge and skills needed for • International Development the systematic analysis of social issues, • Comparative Public Policy current a� airs and the evaluation of • Contemporary Political or Social Theory public policies. This course o� ers an excellent foundation for careers in: public FINAL YEAR ELECTIVE MODULES administration, journalism and media, social We o� er approximately 20 modules per semester care and social work, business, community and these modules provide an ideal opportunity work, policy research and analysis, public to acquire specialist knowledge in a range of relations and advocacy. subject areas, as well as providing the opportunity for a more active approach to learning. Some of these Electives include the following:

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE Postgraduate opportunities provide further quali� cations through the MLitt and PhD by Dr Brendan Flynn research, as well as specialised master’s programmes. These include: MA (Social Work), t. MA (Family Support), MA (Gender, Globalisation, and Rights), and a dedicated MA (Politics +353 91 493160 e. brendan.� [email protected] and Sociology). Since 2016, Politics and Society has become an established Leaving Cert w. subject. Our graduates, combining Sociology and Politics, are therefore especially well nuigalway.ie/soc/ placed to teach this subject at secondary level, after further study.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT? GY101 Subject Spanish is one of the three most commonly spoken languages in the world, with over 400 million speakers. Learning Spanish opens up Spanish access to many other countries, new markets and exciting cultures The ability to converse and write in Spanish off ers a clear advantage to those working in areas such as business, tourism, education and information technology, to name but a few. Knowledge of Spanish will off er enhanced employment opportunities both in Ireland and around the world You can study Spanish at NUI Galway even if you have no previous knowledge of the language.

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR A combination of continuous assessment and NOTE end-of-semester written examinations is used. YEAR ONE Students should note that choosing to Students spend an average of 6 hours a week study a modern language to degree level • Intensive Beginners, Spanish Language attending classes, and undertake independent involves spending a period, normally a year, and Culture study. abroad in a country or region where the or STUDY ABROAD language for which they are registered is • Intermediate Spanish Language and Culture widely spoken. Spanish may be taken in In second year, students apply to spend • Mundo hispano: An Introduction to the First Arts without previous knowledge of third year studying at a university in a Hispanic World the language. Students studying French, Spanish-speaking country. We have links YEAR TWO German, Italian and/ or Spanish as part with universities all over Spain, while limited of the BA (Joint-Honours) will have • Spanish Language II places may be available for students the opportunity to transfer into the BA • Hispanic Literature and Culture I: wishing to study in Latin America (Chile and (International) programme. · Spanish Drama Mexico). • Hispanic Literature and Culture II: · Latin American Short Stories CAREER OPPORTUNITIES · Cultural Debates in Latin America Spanish graduates go on to pursue a YEAR THREE wide range of career options including • Year abroad on Erasmus/study exchange in translation and interpreting; teaching; and Latin America/work placement roles within the hospitality and business FINAL YEAR sectors. Graduates with good language skills are in demand by local, national and • Spanish Language III multinational businesses. • Spanish Language IV • Hispanic Literature and Culture III: · Contemporary Latin American Studies • Hispanic Literature and Culture IV: · Spanish Cinema • Hispanic Crime Narrative • Reading Gesture in Latin American Literature • Mexican Women Writers

“ Despite having no previous experience in the language, I was immediately inspired by the engaging, dynamic approaches taken by staff in their classes. ” Céire Broderick, BA International (Spanish and French)

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE t. +353 91 492626 Students interested in studying Spanish at postgraduate level in NUI Galway have the e. [email protected] following options available to them: MA (Spanish); MA (Translation Studies) (Spanish w. tinyurl.com/LanguagesNUIG plus another language); MA (Advanced Language Skills) (Spanish); PhD in Spanish/Latin American Studies 46 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY104 Psychology is the study of behaviour and mental processes, and includes individual and social, human and nonhuman, normal and Bachelor of abnormal aspects of these Completing this course will enable a graduate to pursue further training Arts (Psychology) to become a professional psychologist or undertake research to achieve a PhD in Psychology Psychology prepares you for a diversity of interdisciplinary fi elds, including neuroscience, sports science, health promotion and education The course satisfi es the requirements for graduate membership of relevant professional societies (the Psychological Society of Ireland and the British Psychological Society).

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO STUDY ABROAD • Developmental Psychology CAO Code: GY104 The links we have forged with European • Experimental Psychology universities such as Maastricht and Course Level: 8 • Qualitative Research Methods Salzburg mean that students have • Biological Psychology Duration: 3 years (BA Degree), 4 years the option to study for part of their • Psychology of Learning (BA International) psychology degree abroad through • Social Psychology the Erasmus programme. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 509 • Theories of Personality • Perception, Attention and Performance CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum A-Level Grades: • Research Methods in Psychology See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Psychology prepares you for a diversity • Memory and Cognition of interdisciplinary � elds, including Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Professional Skills in Psychology neuroscience, sports science, health Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in FINAL YEAR promotion and education. Graduates have two subjects and passes in four other • Applied Behavioural Analysis gone on to do further training to become subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Historical and Conceptual Issues in Psychology professional psychologists (e.g., a clinical Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Psychological Measurement: Theory and or occupational psychologist) and work in another language, and three other Practice a variety of settings. For example, in the subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Advanced Research Methods in Psychology health services, they treat mental health A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Issues in Cognitive Neuroscience issues; in educational settings, they identify See page 177 for matriculation entry • Health Psychology learning needs; and in industry, they work on requirements. • Forensic, Abnormal and Clinical Psychology recruitment and retention. Researchers in • Research Project the � eld of psychology also work as lecturers Average Intake: 25 • Relational Frame Theory in third-level colleges or other research • Behavioural Medicine settings. Many graduates also � nd their YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Paediatric Clinical Behavioural Interventions psychology degree helps them in non- First-year Psychology is taken with two other • Neuropsychology psychology professions, such as banking, subjects selected from the extensive Arts • Positive Psychology the media, information technology and menu. In second year and � nal year of the BA in • Human Sexuality management and the criminal justice system. (Psychology) students solely study Psychology The syllabus is subject to change and there is no courses. Please refer to page 23 to see subjects assurance that the modules provided will be the on o� er in � rst year. same in all respects as those listed. YEAR ONE • Cognitive Psychology • Theories of Personality • Research Methods • Social Psychology FURTHER STUDY • Psychology of Learning • Critical and Collaborative Thinking Completing the BA (Psychology) will enable a graduate to gain access to further training to • Developmental Psychology become a professional psychologist or to undertake a research degree in psychology (e.g., • Biology and Behaviour a PhD in Psychology). The degree quali� es graduates for entry to specialist postgraduate professional programmes in Ireland, the UK, the USA and elsewhere Plus two other subjects are selected from the extensive arts menu. Please refer to page 23. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE

• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social Sciences, • GY123 Bachelor of Science (Applied and Celtic Studies Social Science) t. +353 91 49 3958 • GY124 Bachelor of Arts (Arts with e. [email protected] Data Science) w. nuigalway.ie/gy104

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY105 Studying history makes us aware that our world today is a result of past decisions and developments Bachelor of Students of History gain skills that are invaluable in numerous career paths. They are researchers, writers, critics. They are trained to collect evidence Arts (History) which helps us understand the world today and in the past NUI Galway has fantastic archival resources. Students in the BA (History) programme gain a unique, hands-on research experience through our Using Archives module, run in conjunction with the NUI Galway archives team.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

CAO Code: GY105 YEAR ONE In second year, interested students may apply to spend third year studying at a Course Level: 8 • Ireland and Europe, 1789–1918 • Europe from Medieval to Modern university abroad. There are a range of Duration: 3 years (BA Degree), 4 years • Skills for Historians exchange programmes with universities (BA International) • Plus two other subjects in Arts, please in Europe (some of which teach through English). Students are encouraged to Minimum Entry Points 2019: 318 refer to page 23. avail of other types of teaching, research YEAR TWO Minimum A-Level Grades: techniques and historical topics. • Two colloquia (small-group modules) See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • One lecture module in medieval, early modern, Leaving Certi� cate Entry and modern history The research, writing and communication Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Using archives module skills that the BA (History) develops o� er two subjects and passes in four other • Three additional modules in any time period an excellent foundation for careers in subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving FINAL YEAR business, law, education, public service, Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Two seminars (small group modules) politics, the media, non-governmental another language, and three other organisations, the � lm industry, subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Four lecture modules of student’s choice • Dissertation (Research Project) on a topic museums, archives, libraries, community A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: chosen in consultation with sta� work, and a variety of international See page 177 for matriculation entry organisations. Many employers have requirements. stated how much they value History graduates in their organisations. Average Intake: 60

“ The variety of modules in History at NUI Galway really appealed to me. In particular, modules on state formation in Europe from the sixteenth to the twentieth century provided me with a great foundation on which to study international relations at MA level.” Jakob McKernan, BA (History)

FURTHER STUDY MA (History), MA (Medieval Studies), MA (Culture and Colonialism)

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• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social Sciences, • GY125 Bachelor of Arts (Digital Arts and Celtic Studies and Technology) t. +353 91 493958 • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy105

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY109 This course provides a unique opportunity to pursue a four-year, full-time honours mathematics degree, which incorporates a highly Bachelor regarded teaching qualifi cation Graduates of the course are recognised mathematicians and are also of Arts recognised by the Teaching Council of Ireland as qualifi ed second-level (Mathematics and teachers of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics This is the only available four-year undergraduate degree in Ireland that Education) off ers a concurrent degree-level qualifi cation in both mathematics and mathematics teaching.

COURSE FACTS YEAR THREE WORK PLACEMENT • Curriculum and Assessment CAO Code: GY109 As part of the programme, you will • Practical Teaching Programme III (work undertake a school placement component Course Level: 8 placement component) each year. In total, you will complete 100 • Professional Studies: Integrated Project Duration: 4 years hours teaching between Years One and • Psychology, Sociology and Catering for Three, and 13 weeks in a post-primary Minimum Entry Points 2019: 411 Diversity school in Year Four. • Research Literacies for Professional Minimum A-Level Grades: Development and Lifelong Learning CAREER OPPORTUNITIES See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Mathematical Modelling I Our graduates are keenly sought for Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Groups teaching positions in Ireland and abroad. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Discrete Mathematics As a graduate of mathematics, a huge two subjects and passes in four other • Mechanics II variety of career options are available, subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Complex Analysis including further or higher education, Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • One Mathematics elective academic or industrial research, ICT, Mathematics, and another language, YEAR FOUR � nance, actuarial work, meteorology and two other subjects recognised • Block Teaching Practice (work placement and scienti� c journalism. for entry purposes. A H5 or O1 Grade component) in Mathematics is also an entry • Practical Teaching Programme: Integrated requirement. Project A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Final-Year Symposium See page 177 for matriculation entry • Final Year Project in Mathematics plus four requirements. Mathematics electives OR six Mathematics electives Additional Requirements: • Mathematics electives may include: Metric Students must satisfy the Garda/police Spaces; Measure Theory; Applied Statistics; vetting requirements. Topology; Advanced Statistical Methods for Average Intake: 25 Business; Functional Analysis; Ring Theory; Fields and Applications; Cryptography; YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR Advanced Group Theory; Mathematical Molecular Biology; Networks; Numerical YEAR ONE Analysis; Mathematical Modelling II; • History and Structure of Irish Education Non-Linear Systems. • Principles of Second-Level Mathematics • Introduction to Educational Sciences FURTHER STUDY • Practical Teaching Programme 1 (work placement component) As a BA (Mathematics and Education) graduate, you will be well positioned for further study • Algebra and Analysis I and II in postgraduate programmes that focus on mathematics, statistics, applied mathematics • Skills of Mathematics and education. Graduates have pursued, for example, the Master of Arts (Mathematics); • Introduction to Applied Mathematics I and II the Master of Science in Business Analytics; the Master of Economic Science (International • Skills of Applied Mathematics Finance); and the Master of Science in Actuarial Science at UCD. Graduates may pursue YEAR TWO master’s degrees in Education including the Master of Education (MEd) by research or the MEd (Design, Learning and Technology), MEd (School Leadership), or MEd (Special and • Philosophical Foundations of Education Inclusive Education). • Mathematics Methodology and Skills of Teaching FIND OUT MORE • Practical Teaching Programme II (work YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE placement component) • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social Sciences, • Mechanics I • GY124 Bachelor of Arts (Arts with and Celtic Studies • Di� erential Forms Data Science) t. +353 91 493958 • Probability and Statistics • GY319 Bachelor of Science e. [email protected] • Linear Algebra (Mathematical Science) w. • Geometry nuigalway.ie/gy109 49 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? CONNECT NUI Galway offers 5 BA CONNECT degree courses, each one four years BA in duration. These degree courses offer all the benefits of a two subject PROGRAMMES Bachelor of Arts degree but with the added dimension of a specialism Specialisms include: Children Studies (GY110), Creative Writing (GY111), Film Studies (GY112), Human Rights (GY113) and Performing Arts Studies (GY115) In the third year of your BA CONNECT degree you will have the opportunity to pursue your specialism through a variety of on-campus and off-campus learning opportunities. Opportunities can incorporate work placement and study abroad. Students to date have completed work placements as classroom assistants in primary schools, in non-governmental organisations and performing arts bodies.

Subject A Specialism Subject B Subject C FIRST YEAR 15 ECTS 15 ECTS 15 ECTS 15 ECTS

Subject A Specialism Subject B SECOND YEAR 25 ECTS 10 ECTS 25 ECTS

THIRD YEAR Students study their specialism exclusively in this year (60 ects)

Subject A Subject B In Final Year students complete their studies FINAL YEAR 30 ECTS 30 ECTS in their two chosen subjects. Students will not study their specialism in Final Year.

SUBJECT OPTIONS OPEN TO YOU ON YOUR BA CONNECT DEGREE

Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6 Group 7

Information Archaeology Law Classics English Technology History Gaeilge

Léann an French Psychology Geography Economics Aistriúcháin Spanish Italian

Children’s Mathematics Celtic Civilisation Léann na Sociological & Cumarsáide Studies* Political Studies Philosophy

Human Rights* German Creative Writing*

Modern Irish Film Studies* Culture Studies Performing Arts (Literature and Studies* Music)

*Specialism subjects only available on the relevant BA CONNECT degree course • Students can choose only one subject from any one subject group.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY110 This is the only degree in Ireland or the UK that enables students to combine an Arts degree with a specialism in Children’s Studies Bachelor of Selected Children’s Studies modules alongside the Arts subjects Arts with Students can avail of a work placement and or exchange opportunity in third year Children’s Specifi cally recommended for those interested in secondary school teaching. Studies COURSE FACTS

BA CONNECT

CAO Code: GY110 • Transitions in Children’s Lives STUDY ABROAD • Twenty-First Century Young Adult Literature Course Level: 8 International placements include SEK • Work Placement and/or Study Abroad Schools in Spain, International Festivals, Duration: 4 years • Digital health literacy in childhood and youth English Language Assistant Schemes and Minimum Entry Points 2019: 382 • Work Placement and/or Study Abroad Language Exchanges YEAR FOUR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum A-Level Grades: • Completion of studies in your two core See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels The expertise acquired through a BA with degree subjects. Children’s Studies will assist students in Leaving Certi� cate Entry Modules o� ered may change from year to year, identifying the career path that best suits Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in depending on availability. two subjects and passes in four other their particular talents and ambitions. subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving A continuous assessment is applied in all It is the perfect platform from which to Certi� cate including Irish, English, Children’s studies modules Students pursue careers in social work, advocacy, the another language, and three other spend an average of 40 hours a week creative arts, education and community subjects recognised for entry purposes. attending lectures, tutorials, community- development. Recent graduates are based practice work, and undertake currently working in speech and language A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: independent study. therapy, play therapy, social work, and public See page 177 for matriculation entry WORK PLACEMENT policy, as well as teaching and educational requirements. support in Ireland and abroad. Excellent The third year of the degree incorporates a for those interested in Primary and / or Additional Requirements: Students placement and/or exchange. Students are Secondary School Teaching. must satisfy the Garda/police vetting encouraged to tailor their work placements requirements. to their chosen career paths. National Average Intake: 30 placements include Schools, Child Care, Hospital Playrooms and working with Children with Disabilities. YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR “ I thoroughly enjoyed the hands on experience I Please refer to page 50 to see what arts subjects you can choose on this course. got from completing my placement in third year. YEAR ONE It gave me a great taste of what working in the • Children in Social Contexts field with children is like. It has given me a strong • Irish Childhoods: Gaelic Language foundation to build on as I prepare to begin my and Literature career as a Play Therapist.” • Irish Children’s Literature Molly Sullivan. • Children and Health YEAR TWO FURTHER STUDY • Child and Family Law FIND OUT MORE • Developmental Psychology Professional Master of Education for either Dr Michal Molcho • European Educational Approaches primary or secondary school teaching Programme Director YEAR THREE College of Arts, Social Sciences, • MA (Social Work) and Celtic Studies • Connecting Research, Policy and Practice in • MSc (Speech and Language Therapy) Children’s Services • MA (Play Therapy) t. +353 91 493 668 • Children’s Rights e. [email protected] • Theatre for Children and Young People YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE w. nuigalway.ie/gy110 • GY121 Bachelor of Arts (Children Studies) • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International 51 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY111 This course provides a unique opportunity for students with an aptitude and passion for literary expression Bachelor of In keeping with the principle that ‘writers learn to write by writing’, the emphasis in the third year is on practice-based learning and experience. Arts with In consultation with the programme director, you will embark on either one independent writing project that you can concentrate on for the Creative duration of the year, or you may develop two distinct projects (one per Writing semester) Throughout the fi rst year, a guest speaker from the writing professions BA CONNECT visits the class each week for discussions and an informal Q&A session.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD CAO Code: GY111 Please refer to page 50 to see what Arts If you are studying a language, exchanges subjects you can choose on this course. with European universities are possible, Course Level: 8 and the courses you can take abroad YEAR ONE Duration: 4 years will be discussed with you in advance by • Module 1: The Forms of Fiction the programme director. Non-language Minimum Entry Points 2019: 402 • Module 2: Exploring Non-Fiction students may also avail of an exchange with Minimum A-Level Grades: • Module 3: Writing Professions an English-speaking university. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR TWO CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Module 1: The Voices and Styles of Poetry Leaving Certi� cate Entry This course will help open doors of • Module 2: Dramatic Ideas Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in employment in all those � elds where YEAR THREE two subjects and passes in four other written communication is important. You subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Independent project(s) and/or placement will have fostered the ambition and talent Certi� cate, including Irish, English, and/or study abroad necessary to be a published author and another language, and three other YEAR FOUR you may consider a career as one. The subjects recognised for entry purposes. skills you will acquire are also applicable to Completion of studies in your two core a wide range of professional and creative A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: degree subjects See page 177 for matriculation entry activities, for example, in media, literature, requirements. publishing, journalism and advertising. Average Intake: 40

“ I would recommend the course to anyone with a passion for writing, for that’s what you’ll encounter at NUI Galway—you will have the space to develop your own voice and style in a passionate and supportive environment.” Helen Hughes, BA with Creative Writing

FURTHER STUDY Graduates can go on to pursue a wide range of postgraduate study opportunities including the MA (Writing) and a practice-led PhD in English. For further details see: www.nuigalway.ie/creativewriting

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• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) Sciences, and Celtic Studies • GY119 Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) t. +353 91 495612 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy111

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY112 Students contextualize, analyse, and theorise screen practices from the emergence of fi lm in the late 19th Century up to the digital era Bachelor of This programme allows students to pursue a traditional two-subject degree in a wide range of subject combinations with the added benefi t Arts with Film of a specialisation in Film Studies and an opportunity for an exchange Studies (in Europe or the USA) or work placement Film Studies is primarily a theoretically orientated course, but students can take modules in digital fi lmmaking in third year at NUI Galway and in their placement. BA CONNECT

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY112 Please refer to page 50 to see what Arts Students who do not undertake a subjects you can choose on this course. semester abroad during their third year Course Level: 8 can pursue work placement(s), practice- YEAR ONE Duration: 4 years based project(s) and a personal theoretical • Film and Form investigation tailored to individual interests. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 338 • Hollywood and Beyond Past students who have elected to take Minimum A-Level Grades: [lecture / screening /weekly tutorials] this option have gained work experience See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR TWO at companies such as TV3, Ros na Rún and the Jameson Dublin International Film Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Introduction to Film Theory Festival. Students have also produced their Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Digital Storytelling own documentaries and � lms during this two subjects and passes in four other YEAR THREE period, which have been publically screened subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Screening Ireland or used as portfolio works for further study Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Early and Silent Film in � lm production. another language, and three other • Introduction to Visual Culture STUDY ABROAD subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Applied Film Studies A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Academic Researching and Writing During their third year, students have the See page 177 for matriculation entry in Film Studies opportunity to study for a semester abroad. requirements. In semester two students may study abroad (e.g. Current partnership agreements include UK, Europe or the USA); do a work placement; the University of Southampton, University Average Intake: 20 or pursue an independent course of supervised of Kent, Edge Hill University, University of study (e.g. making a � lm). Sussex, Drexel University, the University YEAR FOUR of California, Aix-Marseill Université and • Students complete studies in their two core Universidad Cardinal Herarra. Arts subjects CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Modules o� ered may change from year to year, depending on availability. The career trajectory with the BA with Film Studies is similar to that of any arts- orientated Degree. However, Film Studies graduates are uniquely equipped with extra transferable skills and experience to help in the job search. Many of our graduates undertake further study in speci� c � lm and media related areas, such as � lm curation, production or screenwriting. Other students have gone on to careers in media production or journalism.

FURTHER STUDY “ The study abroad programme www.� lmschool.ie has been a fantastic opportunity to travel and YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE learn in a different country • GY127 Bachelor of Arts (Film and Dr Tony Tracy and experience a new culture, Digital Media) Huston School of Film & Digital Media, • GY115 Bachelor of Arts with Performing NUI Galway which has really helped me Arts Studies t. +353 91 493839 grow as a person.” • GY125 Bachelor of Arts (Digital Arts e. [email protected] and Technology) Patrick Fallon - Final year w. nuigalway.ie/gy112

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY113 This is the only undergraduate course of its kind in Ireland, allowing you to combine the study of Arts subjects with human rights Bachelor of NUI Galway is home to the Irish Centre for Human Rights, one of the world’s premier academic human rights institutions, dedicated to the Arts with study and promotion of human rights, international criminal law and Human Rights humanitarian law The course provides a solid basis for those interested in working in the area of human rights, in Ireland or abroad. BA CONNECT

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY113 Please refer to page 50 to see what Arts The third year of the course is fully subjects you can choose on this course. dedicated to human rights, and students Course Level: 8 have the opportunity to undertake work YEAR ONE Duration: 4 years placement in this area. The placement • Introduction to Human Rights Law consists of a minimum of 200 hours of Minimum Entry Points 2019: 338 (Semesters 1 and 2) work (on average 20 hours per week for Minimum A-Level Grades: YEAR TWO three months) with an approved human See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Regional Systems of Human Rights Protection rights organisation in Ireland or abroad. This allows students to gain � rst-hand Leaving Certi� cate Entry (Semester 1) • Contemporary Issues in Human Rights experience with the work of a human Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in rights organisation. two subjects and passes in four other (Semester 2) subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving YEAR THREE (OPTIONS INCLUDE) STUDY ABROAD Certi� cate including: Irish, English, • Internship (Semester 1 or 2 or for the The course o� ers opportunities for another language, and three other academic year) students to study abroad. This particularly subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Applied Human Rights Project (Semester suits students taking language modules, 1 or 2 or for the academic year) A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: who in their third year may apply to study • Study Abroad (Semester 1 or 2 or for the See page 177 for matriculation entry abroad through the Erasmus programme. academic year) requirements. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YEAR FOUR Additional Requirements: Students • Two core degree subjects (BA Subjects) The degree provides an excellent must satisfy the Garda/police vetting foundation for many types of careers. requirements. Career prospects include working Average Intake: 20 with civil society organisations, public administration, development agencies and international organisations. Among the roles undertaken by our recent graduates is project manager in an African-based human rights non-governmental organisation (NGO).

FURTHER STUDY The degree provides a � rm basis for further study at the postgraduate level, including all LLM programmes o� ered by the Irish Centre for Human Rights, NUI Galway. www.nuigalway.ie/irish-centre-human-rights/academics/llmprogrammes/

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• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) College of Arts, Social • GY251 Law Sciences, and Celtic Studies • GY250 Law and Business t. +353 91 493958 • GY132 Government (Politics, Economics e. [email protected] and Law) w. nuigalway.ie/gy113

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY115 This course off ers a unique opportunity to combine the study of two arts subjects with performing arts studies Bachelor of Arts In year three students have an opportunity to engage in a work with Performing placement in the area of performing arts NUI Galway is home to the Abbey Theatre Digital Archive Arts Studies — the largest online theatre archive ever created Classes include a blend of theory and practice, and there is a strong focus on developing entrepreneurial and professional skills that will CONNECT BA allow you to apply your creativity in real-world settings.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY115 Please refer to page 50 to see what Arts The third year of the course features subjects you can choose on this course. the option to engage in placements with Course Level: 8 leading arts organisations including the YEAR ONE Duration: 4 years Gate Theatre, the Abbey Theatre, Druid, • Theatre History Branar Theatre Company and the Galway Minimum Entry Points 2019: 328 • Theatre Workshops 1 Theatre Festival. Students get hands-on Minimum A-Level Grades: • Acting & Acting Methods in Performance experience in such areas as programming, See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR TWO curation, arts administration, marketing and PR, research, audience engagement Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Dance & Movement (optional) and script development. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Directing for Theatre (optional) STUDY ABROAD two subjects and passes in four other • Practice & Exploration of the Creative Arts subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving (optional) The course is run by the Centre for Drama, Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Voice and Shakespeare (optional) Theatre and Performance, which has another language, and three other • Playwriting (optional) international links with several major US subjects recognised for entry purposes. YEAR THREE universities, including ones in California, No auditions or portfolios are required as • Internship/Work Placement (optional) North Carolina, New Hampshire and part of the admission process. • Professional Production (optional) Kentucky. Anyone studying languages will have opportunities to travel to countries/ A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • International Theatre Experience (optional) regions where those languages are spoken. See page 177 for matriculation entry • Musical Theatre (optional) The centre o� ers some scholarships in requirements. • Theatre for Children & Young People (optional) • Irish Language Drama & Theatre (optional) support of student exchanges and also Average Intake: 18 • Writing for Theatre (optional) welcomes many international students • Applied Theatre (optional) every year, providing a vibrant and • Rehersal Techniques for Directors & Actors cosmopolitan learning environment. (optional) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Independent Theatre Project (optional) YEAR FOUR This course aims to produce graduates who will be able to take up major • Students take degree subjects only, and do not opportunities nationally and internationally, study any theatre or drama. including opportunities provided by the development of an estimated 8,000 jobs in “You will make connections with professionals in the the creative industries in the west of Ireland theatre sphere as well as forming close friendships during the next decade. Other relevant with your fellow classmates and thespians around areas include education, business, and NUI Galway.” tourism and heritage. Meghan Smith, BA with Performing Arts Studies

FURTHER STUDY nuigalway.ie/drama/postgrad/

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • GY118 Bachelor of Arts (Drama, Theatre Dr Ian R. Walsh and Performance Studies) Centre for Drama, Theatre and • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) Performance • GY130 Bachelor of Arts (Music) t. +353 91 494484 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy115

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY118 This is a world-class, four-year course that allows students to study drama, theatre and performance together with one other arts subject Bachelor Students explore a variety of topics, including acting, playwriting, of Arts directing, design, theatre history, and musical theatre Our students benefi t from our partnerships with the Irish theatre (Drama, Theatre companies, including the internationally acclaimed Druid Theatre, which provides workshops as part of the Druid Academy Programme. and Performance Students also have full access to the Abbey Theatre Digital Archive, a Studies) unique resource that provides access to thousands of plays and videos.

COURSE FACTS • Writing for Theatre (optional) campus opportunities. Year three study • Acting Reconsidered (optional) CAO Code: GY118 opportunities are also available at NUI • Applied Theatre (optional) Galway and beyond. Course Level: 8 • Rehearsal Techniques for Directors & Actors STUDY ABROAD (optional) Duration: 4 years • Independent Theatre Project (optional) The Centre for Drama, Theatre and Minimum Entry Points 2019: 410 YEAR FOUR Performance has links with many universities internationally. Students can Minimum A-Level Grades: • Performance Studies apply to participate in exchanges in third See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Contemporary Irish Theatre year. In the USA: University of California, • Arts Management University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill), Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Practice-Based Research Project Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in Keene State University (New Hampshire), two subjects and passes in four other WORK PLACEMENT Berea College (Kentucky). In Europe: subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Tours (France), Oviedo (Spain), Bochum Placements typically last four to six Certi� cate, including Irish, English, (Germany). Some scholarships, providing weeks and are with major Irish theatre another language, and three other free room and board, are available companies, including the Abbey Theatre, subjects recognised for entry purposes. on USA exchanges. Druid Theatre, and the Galway Students are not required to audition or International Arts Festival. These prepare CAREER OPPORTUNITIES submit portfolios. students for work in the arts but also give Graduates of this degree can pursue A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: them experience in such areas as marketing careers in the performing arts, education, See page 177 for matriculation entry and communications, administration and the public service, � lm and television media, requirements. budgeting, and public relations. heritage, tourism, and business, and may Average Intake: 18 Placement opportunities are competitive, also pursue further academic study YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR programme speci� c, and subject to change in the areas of drama, theatre depending on availability. Work placements and performance. YEAR ONE include community, industry and on- • Acting 1 • Theatre History 1 “ This degree gives you the opportunity to combine a • Theatre History 2 • Stagecraft 1 passion for theatre with career potential. I spent my third YEAR TWO year immersed in all things drama related. I learned to • Modern Drama direct and produce as well as improve my performance • Stagecraft 2 skills. Galway is a key cultural hub for theatre, an ideal • Contemporary Theatre learning place for young theatre practitioners.” • Irish Theatre Ruth Darcy, BA (Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies) • Dance and Movement (optional) • Directing for Theatre (optional) • Practice & Exploration of the Creative Arts (optional) FURTHER STUDY • Voice & Shakespeare (optional) • Playwriting (optional) MA (Drama and Theatre Studies), MA (Playwriting and Dramaturgy), MA (Theatre Practice and YEAR THREE Production), MA (Irish Theatre History Archives), MA Creative Arts (Producing and Curation)

• Internship/Work Placement (optional) YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Professional Production (optional) • International Theatre Experience (optional) • GY115 Bachelor of Arts with Dr Ian Walsh, Head of First Year Drama • Musical Theatre (optional) Performing Arts Studies Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance • Theatre for Children and Young People • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) t. +353 91 494484 (optional) • GY126 Bachelor of Arts (English and e. [email protected] • Language Drama & Theatre (optional) Media Studies) w. nuigalway.ie/gy118

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY119 This newly revised course is designed to prepare you for real-world careers in the media, while at the same time allowing you to complete Bachelor a joint-honours degree with one other Arts subject of your choice of Arts Students have the opportunity to engage in a professional work (Journalism) placement in third year of this course NUI Galway has new state-of-the-art journalism facilities including a digital newsroom, Ultra High Defi nition 4K TV studio and our own radio station!

COURSE FACTS YEAR THREE WORK PLACEMENT Choose between doing a full year work CAO Code: GY119 You will have the opportunity to undertake placement or one semester of work a work placement in a newsroom or Course Level: 8 placement and one semester of Erasmus / similar media company in your third year. Study Abroad. Duration: 4 years Placements of up to eight month durations YEAR FOUR are o� ered with high-pro� le employers Minimum Entry Points 2019: 410 including RTÉ as well as other newspaper, • Multimedia Newsdays radio and television companies Minimum A-Level Grades: Choice of two: See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels throughout Ireland. The programme • We need to talk about gender, sex also facilitates students who secure Leaving Certi� cate Entry and the media international placements. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Contemporary Irish Media: policy STUDY ABROAD two subjects and passes in four other and practice subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Media Law You can undertake a semester of Erasmus Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Data Journalism study in a European university or Study another language, and three other Choice of one: Abroad exchange in a non-EU country. subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Television Journalism NUI Galway has speci� c journalism • Final Project partnerships with universities in countries A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: including Sweden, Spain, Austria, the See page 177 for matriculation entry CONTACT HOURS USA and Canada. If you are undertaking requirements. You can expect to spend an average of 40 a modern European language as part of Average Intake: 30 hours a week attending lectures, tutorials your degree you are expected to spend a and practical classes, and undertake SUBJECT CHOICES semester studying in that language in independent study. a European country. In First Year, students register for CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Journalism and then select two other On graduating you’ll be a highly skilled Arts subjects from groups 1,2, 4,5, 6 communications professional, ready or 7 from the Joint-Honours subject to work in a wide range of employment groupings. Please note students may areas including traditional newspapers; only select one subject from a subject online media; local radio; national and grouping. For subject choice please refer international broadcasters such as RTÉ to page 23. Students will then progress and the BBC; tech companies such as with Journalism and one of their other Google and Facebook; in NGOs, policy two subjects to degree level. and the civil service; marketing, public YEAR ONE relations and communications, and a • This is the News wide range of other areas. • History of Media • Radio Fundamentals • Introduction to Media & Communication YEAR TWO FURTHER STUDY • Interviewing and Reporting You’ll be quali� ed to undertake further study in a range of MA programmes • Radio Journalism at NUI Galway, including: • Power without Responsibility • Online and Social Media Journalism • MA Sports Journalism and Communication FIND OUT MORE • MA Broadcasting • MoJo: Mobile Reporting Tom Felle, Head of Journalism • MA Digital Journalism • Choose between either Features and t. Magazines OR Sports Journalism YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE +353 91 492049 e. [email protected] • You’ll also undertake a module in w. employability in second year to prepare you • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) nuigalway.ie/gy119 for third year work placement • GY126 Bachelor of Arts (English and Media Studies) • GY111 Bachelor of Arts with Creative Writing

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY120 You will learn how to work directly with children, young people and families and help them reach their potential Bachelor of It is a BA Degree that is instantly recognised and sought after by the Arts (Child, Youth community and voluntary sector in Ireland and abroad Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to implement and shape and Family: Policy policy for children, young people and families and Practice) It is the only undergraduate programme of its kind in Ireland and includes: a nine-month work placement in Year Three; small group teaching led by research active academics at the UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre and professionals from the sector.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT • Youth Work Principles and Practice CAO Code: GY120 During year three, students are placed in • Qualitative Research Methods a structured, supervised and challenging Course Level: 8 • Quantitative Research Methods work placement, where they can apply their • Understanding Family and Society Duration: 4 years skills and begin to understand the area of • Economics of Family Policy work they are interested in for the future. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 309 • Economics of Public and Social Policy • Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum A-Level Grades: in Families See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Upon graduation, students will have • Human Rights, Inter-Culturalism and Equality the necessary skills to apply directly Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Developmental Work through the Outdoors for positions in the community and Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Child, Youth and Family Service Provision government sectors, including youth two subjects and passes in four other in Ireland work positions with organisations such as subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Communities in Focus Foróige (www.foroige.ie) and Youth Work Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Professional Skills Ireland (www.youthworkireland.ie), with another language, and three other YEAR THREE whom the programme has strong links. subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Work Placement A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: YEAR FOUR See page 177 for matriculation entry • Connecting Research, Policy and Practice “ A great team of lecturers who requirements. in Children’s Services are reliable and always willing Additional Requirements: Students • Theatre of the Oppressed in Youth must satisfy the Garda/police vetting and Family Work to help. This programme requirements. • Child Protection and Welfare also gave me a tremendous • The Value of Arts in the Lives of Children Average Intake: 40 • Youth and Society opportunity to go on YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Project Planning and Evaluation placement in the • Family Law Students spend an average of 40 hours a week youth work sector”. • Issues in Contemporary Families attending lectures and undertaking independent Victor Appiah-Konadu, • Human Rights, Advocacy and Diversity study focused on the core areas of child, youth BA (Child, Youth and • Optional Modules and family. The modules delivered introduce Family: Policy and Equivalent modules may be substituted students to the relevant disciplines of sociology, Practice). from time to time for any of the above under public and social policy, economics, psychology, exceptional circumstances and when approved the creative arts and human rights and family law. by the College of Arts, Social Sciences, YEAR ONE and Celtic Studies. • Introduction to Child, Youth and Family Studies • Concepts and Practices of Politics and Sociology FURTHER STUDY • Youth Development • Personal and Professional Development Graduates of this degree will be eligible to apply for a range of postgraduate courses on • Introduction to Economic Policy o� er at NUI Galway. These include: MA (Social Work), MA (Family Support), and MA (Gender, • Applications Programming Globalisation and Rights). • Development Psychology YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Applied Economics • Internet and Web Development • GY118 Bachelor of Arts (Drama, Theatre and Dr Cormac Forkan, Programme Director, Performance Studies) College of Arts, Social Sciences, and • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) Celtic Studies • GY130 Bachelor of Arts (Music) t. +353 91 493653 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy120 58 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY121 Do you want to make a diff erence and make the world a better place for children? Bachelor of This interdisciplinary course, the only of its kind in Europe, will give students a unique and highly sought after qualifi cation in Ireland Arts (Children’s and abroad. Studies) The course includes a placement or exchange in Year 3 with National and International placements available. Recommended for those interested in pursuing Primary School Teaching.

COURSE FACTS YEAR THREE STUDY ABROAD • Philosophy for Children CAO Code: GY121 International placements include SEK • Children and Transition Schools in Spain, International Festivals, Course Level: 8 • Children and Play English Language Assistant Schemes • Twenty-First-Century Young Adult Literature and Language Exchanges Duration: 4 years • Semester-Long Placement/Exchange CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum Entry Points 2019: 356 YEAR FOUR The BA (Children’s Studies) provides Minimum A-Level Grades: • Children’s Rights students with the knowledge, con� dence See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Children and Theatre • Children, Culture and Media and transferable skills to identify their Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Applied Behavioural Analysis preferred career path. Graduates will Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Managing Children with learning disabilities be well-placed to pursue careers in two subjects and passes in four other • Connecting Research, Policy and Practice in Education, the Social Work and Community subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Children’s Services Development Work, as well as to gain entry Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Picture books to postgraduate degrees in teaching, play another language, and three other • Digital health literacy in childhood and youth therapy, social work, health promotion, arts subjects recognised for entry purposes. A combination of continuous assessment and administration, special-needs education and public advocacy. Excellent for those A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: end-of-semester written examinations is used. interested in Primary School Teaching. See page 177 for matriculation entry Certain modules also require project work. Students who are interested in becoming requirements. Students will be involved in community work throughout the programme. primary school teachers should note that Additional Requirements: Students Students spend an average of 40 hours a week this will require the addition of a two-year must satisfy the Garda/police vetting attending lectures, tutorials, community-based postgraduate Master’s in Education at an requirements. practice work, and undertaking independent Irish college of Education combined with the study. Scrúdú Cáilíochta sa Ghaeilge. Average Intake: 50 Equivalent modules may be substituted YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR from time to time for any of the above under exceptional circumstances and when approved “This course has given me the YEAR ONE by the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and con� dence and experience to Celtic Studies. • Introduction to Children’s Studies progress my skills for working • Children in Social Contexts WORK PLACEMENT with children, and has provided • Children and Fairy tales The third year of the degree incorporates a me with ample opportunity • Children and Health placement and/or exchange. Students are to work with children through • History of Childhood encouraged to tailor their work placements service learning • Child Development to their chosen career paths. • Modern Language or Irish (optional) National placements include Schools, Child and placement.” YEAR TWO Care, Hospital Playrooms and working with Jade Hume • Irish Childhoods: Gaelic Language Children with Disabilities. and Literature • Adolescents in Ireland: Healthy and Risky FURTHER STUDY Behaviour Professional Master of Education (Primary), • Research Methods MA (Social Work), MSc (Speech and • Child and Family Law :language Therapy), MA (Play Therapy) FIND OUT MORE • Educational Pedagogies: Policies and Practice • Children and Storytelling YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Dr Michal Molcho, Programme Director, • Marginalised Children Groups (Optional) College of Arts, Social Sciences, • GY123 BSc (Applied Social Science) • Introduction to Paediatric Medicine (Optional) and Celtic Studies • GY110 Bachelor of Arts with • Adolescents in Ireland: Health and Risky t. Children Studies +353 91 493668 Behaviours (Optional) e. • GY120 Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and [email protected] • Modern Language or Irish (Optional) w. Family: Policy and Practice) nuigalway.ie/gy121

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY123 This innovative four-year degree is aimed at socially-aware students with a passion to better understand, appreciate, and address the crucial Bachelor of contemporary social, environmental and economic issues of our times Students will participate in an international fi eldtrip in Year Two Science (Applied as well as an eight-month internship/placement in Year Three, gaining Social Sciences) practical experience and understanding of working in key areas of social scientifi c research This interdisciplinary degree draws on key strengths of schools, disciplines and research institutes right across the university, allowing for the synthesis of ideas from many diverse disciplines and perspectives to produce career-ready graduates.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR will focus on building upon the work experience and knowledge acquired, CAO Code: GY123 YEAR ONE preparing students for future career Course Level: 8 • Introducing the Social Sciences; choices or further study opportunities • Introduction to Sociology and Political Science in their chosen � eld. Duration: 4 years • Psychology for Social Scientists Minimum Entry Points 2019: 356 • Introduction to Economic and Social Policy Placement opportunities are competitive, • Principles of Geography programme speci� c, and subject to change Minimum A-Level Grades: • Digital Citizenship. depending on availability. Work placements See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR TWO include community, industry and on- campus opportunities. Leaving Certi� cate Entry In addition to further developing their critical STUDY ABROAD Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in understanding of key areas of the social two subjects and passes in four other sciences, students will focus on problem- An international � eldtrip is a signi� cant subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving centred learning and will undertake research element of the degree in Year Two. The Certi� cate, including Irish, English, methods courses aimed at tackling current and course also o� ers exciting prospects to another language, and three other future societal challenges and learn how to use study or work abroad as part of the student subjects recognised for entry purposes. social scienti� c technology tools such as GIS, SPSS and NVivo. Year Two will also entail an internship/placement experience in Year A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: international � eldtrip in Semester two. Three. Such study/work opportunities suit See page 177 for matriculation entry YEAR THREE students who view their futures as part requirements. of the international community of social Work-based internship for eight months scienti� c researchers and activists, such as Additional Requirements: Students (January–August); a dedicated member of sta� with the European Union or United Nations. must satisfy the Garda/police vetting coordinates and places every student within Studying abroad is o� ered through the requirements. their selected sector and tailors their training Erasmus programme. Our internationally and experience. Students will also undertake the Average Intake: 50 module, Career Development and Readiness. renowned lecturers continue to expand their teaching and research networks YEAR FOUR globally with other academics, institutions Students will again select modules within their and universities. focused pathway and, in addition, students will CAREER OPPORTUNITIES be paired with an academic supervisor to design, FURTHER STUDY develop and undertake a research project, with a Students can expect to develop careers strong focus on publishing their � nished work. The in many diverse areas, industries and For more on further study options with four study pathways o� ered in this � nal year are: sectors such as community development, NUI Galway please see: • Environmental Social Studies social care, environmental and urban nuigalway.ie/courses/taught- • Culture, Creativity and Entrepreneurship planning, Irish and international non- postgraduate-courses/ • Politics, Society and Identity governmental organisations (NGOs), • Communities, Engagement and Development. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE local and national politics, international • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) WORK PLACEMENT development, human resource • GY132 Bachelor of Arts Government (Politics, management, journalism, the media and Our students will have the opportunity to Economics and Law) social research, to mention just a few such participate in an eight-month national or • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) callings. The course also o� ers exciting international work internship/placement, opportunities to develop careers in FIND OUT MORE which takes place in Year Three. This business and industry, speci� cally in areas internship will provide practical experience of innovation, culture, creativity Programme Director and links with programme partners, and entrepreneurship. Dr Mike Hynes organisations, industry and businesses, t. +353 91 492315/495104 and will serve to enhance student overall e. [email protected] employability. Post-internship, Year 4 w. nuigalway.ie/gy123

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY124 Are you good at maths, interested in coding, and keen to study people as well as equations? If so, the BA in Arts with Data Science may be for you Bachelor of You will get a rigorous technical education in the foundations of data science, plus a full major in a relevant Arts discipline of your choice (Psychology, Arts (Arts with Economics, Geography, History or Philosophy) Data Science) You will graduate with a proven track-record of applying data analytic techniques to real-world human problems. Few skills are more highly valued by employers.

COURSE FACTS SUBJECT CHOICES • Stochastic Processes or Statistical Modelling • Data Science project CAO Code: GY124 In the BA (Arts with Data Science), students Note: Modules o� ered may change from year will study Data Science and Maths for Data Course level: 8 to year, depending on availability. Science in addition to one of the following Duration: 4 years Arts Subjects: Psychology, Economics, WORK PLACEMENT Geography, Philosophy or History. Minimum Entry points 2019: 434 You will undertake an eight-month, YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR Minimum A-level grades: o� -campus work placement during your See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR ONE third year of study. This gives you an opportunity to work on projects relevant Leaving Certi� cate Entry requirements: Arts subject to your course of study and signi� cantly Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects • Skills for Data Science 1 improves your chances of obtaining and passes in four other subjects at • Programming 1 employment after graduation. O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Programming 2 including Irish, English, another • Probability 1 Placement opportunities are competitive, Language and Mathematics, and two • Statistics programme speci� c, and subject to change other subjects recognised for entry • Analysis and Algebra 1 depending on availability. Work placements purposes. In addition, a H5 or O1 Grade • Analysis and Algebra 2 include community, industry and on- in mathematics is also a requirement. • Skills for Mathematics campus opportunities. Year three study opportunities are also available at YEAR TWO A-Level/GCSE Entry requirements: NUI Galway and beyond. See page 177 for matriculation entry Arts subject+ STUDY ABROAD requirements. • Skills for Data Science 2 • Database Systems Students who wish to do their work Average intake: 15 • Probability 2 placement in another EU country may • Statistical Inference have the opportunity to apply for an • Linear Algebra Erasmus traineeship. YEAR THREE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Data Science Accelerator in Semester 1: • Philosophy of Statistics and Machine Learning Data analytics talent is in short supply • Arti� cial Intelligence internationally. Graduates from this • Skills for Data Science 3; programme will have a highly attractive • Calculus portfolio of skills, and will be well positioned • Formal Logic or Discrete Mathematics for a wide range of graduate careers. Work placement in Semester 2. Those who pursue further study (e.g., a one-year master’s) in data science will “I was interested in Arts subjects but YEAR FOUR be able to apply for data scientist roles. I knew I wanted to work in the STEM Arts subject+ sector. This degree was perfect as it • Machine Learning and Text Mining gives me the opportunity to pursue • Applied Regression Models both. There is a strong focus on the FURTHER STUDY career opportunities available to us at the end of the four years so the Graduates could go on to further study in data science, mathematics, statistics, entire class is very motivated. I would information technology, or the Arts discipline in which they majored. Possibilities at NUI recommend this course to anyone Galway include MSc in Data Analytics (GYE06), MSc in Business Analytics (GYC36) and Higher Diploma in Mathematics (GYS15), as well as a wide range of Arts programmes. with an interest in mathematics and programming as well as an interest YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE in pursuing an Arts subject at • GY125 Bachelor of Arts (Digital Arts Dr Nick Tosh, Programme Coordinator NUI Galway.” and Technology t. +353 91 495927 • GY309 Bachelor of Science e. Ciaran Rafter, First Year Student BA [email protected] (Financial Mathematics and Economics) w. nuigalway.ie/gy124 (Arts with Data Science) • GY319 Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Science) 61 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY125 Our lives are increasingly shaped by digital technologies. But how can new technologies be used constructively and creatively? What are the Bachelor of impacts, both positive and negative, of the new technologies? You will gain up-to-date practical skills in the creative and professional Arts (Digital Arts use of digital technologies, including coding, database construction, and Technology) web design, and digital content creation The course allows you to complete one full course in an Arts subject, combined with training in relevant aspects of information technology (IT) and data science 90% of employers now look for advanced IT skills in potential employees (Irish Times, 22 February 2017).

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY125 YEAR ONE Placements will be arranged in Year 3. Placements will normally last for one Course level: 8 • Arts subject • Digital Cultures academic year, and will involve work Duration: 4 years • Computer Systems placements in appropriate companies/ cultural institutions, international study, Minimum Entry points 2019: 324 • Computer Programming • Algorithms or a combination of both. The aim of the Minimum A-level grades: year is to add to your practical skills, See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR TWO expand your personal networks and • Arts subject enhance your employability. Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Digital Cultures options Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Database Systems Placement opportunities are competitive, two subjects and passes in four other • Object Oriented Programming programme speci� c, and subject to change subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Web-Based Information Systems depending on availability. Work placements Certi� cate including Irish, English, include community, industry and on- YEAR THREE another language, and three other campus opportunities. Year three study • Work Placement and/or Study Abroad. subjects recognised for entry purposes. opportunities are also available at NUI YEAR FOUR Galway and beyond. A-Level/GCSE Entry requirements: • Arts subject See page 177 for matriculation entry STUDY ABROAD • Digital Cultures independent research project requirements. • Information Technology options, including: Links will include a number of major Average Intake: 25 Multimedia Development, Arti� cial Intelligence, European universities participating in the Ethics and Social Media. EU-sponsored Erasmus programme. Note: Modules o� ered may change from year to CAREER OPPORTUNITIES “ We live in transformational year, depending on availability. times, and we need to find new SUBJECT CHOICES Career prospects for graduates with the ways of thinking about creativity, combination of creativity, communication In the BA (Digital Arts and Technology), students skills and an advanced understanding of society and the impact of new will take the courses Digital Culture and digital technology are increasing all the technologies. Galway’s special Information Technology for Arts and Humanities time. Career opportunities exist in the and choose one optional Arts subject from � elds of information technology, education, combination of rich cultural life, groups 1,3,4,6 or 7 from the Joint-Honours gaming, creative arts, cultural heritage, advanced tech industries and subject groupings. For subject choice please refer to the subject groupings on page 23. public relations, media, journalism, academic expertise makes it the marketing and more. perfect place to do this. Professor Sean Ryder, Programme Director

FURTHER STUDY MA (Digital Media), MA (Digital Cultures), MA (Writing), MSc (Software Design and Development), PhD Digital Arts and Humanities YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE

• GY124 Bachelor of Arts (Arts with Professor Sean Ryder, t. Data Science) +353 91 493009 e. • GY127 Bachelor of Arts (Film and [email protected] w. Digital Media) nuigalway.ie/gy125 • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY126 In 2018 our discipline of English was named in the top 100–150 English Departments in the world Bachelor of The study of English involves the examination of creative expression in all its forms: novels, plays, poems, fi lm, art. The media studies option Arts (English and provides analysis of media, past and present, with attention to issues Media Studies) of representation, identity, and other social concerns Students taking this programme will also take another minor subject in Arts Galway has a vibrant media sector, on campus and off , providing numerous opportunities to hone your skills in real-world settings.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

CAO Code: GY126 YEAR ONE Students may choose to pursue a placement or assistantship abroad as part Course level: 8 • Introduction to Fiction • Introduction to Poetry of their third year. Duration: 4 years • Introduction to Drama and Theatre CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum Entry points 2019: 418 • Critical Perspectives on Literature • Literature in the Social World Graduates of this programme will possess Minimum A-level grades: • Cultural Foundations (Media Studies) not only disciplinary speci� c knowledge See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Media Ethics about the development of English literature and media across time, but Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Digital Literacies: Theory and Practice also valuable transferrable skills that will Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR TWO equip them for today’s highly � exible two subjects and passes in four other • Courses are a combination of lectures labour market. The skills and experience subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving and seminars acquired through this BA will equip you Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Medieval Literature for employment in those � elds where another language, and three other • Media, Culture, and Society communication is paramount, subjects recognised for entry purposes. • 18th Century Studies including public relations, marketing, A-Level/GCSE Entry requirements: • Worlds in Revolt: Romanticisms publishing, media. See page 177 for matriculation entry • 19th Century British Literature requirements. • Modern Irish Literature • Representation, Identity, Media Average Intake: 15 YEAR THREE

Practical focus, and a choice of modules, SUBJECT CHOICES including on-campus project work, work observation/ placement and/or study abroad. In the BA (English and Media Studies), YEAR FOUR students will take a major in English and a minor in Media Studies, and select one • The History of the Book of the following optional minor subjects: • The Revolution will not be Televised Philosophy; Classics: Literature, Art, • Genre Studies Thought; German Language Studies; • Modernism/Postmodernism Italian Language Studies; Spanish • Contemporary Literature Language Studies; Studies in Celtic • Masculinity and Crisis Literature and Culture; Léann na Gaeilge; • Science Fiction Italian Culture; Cultural Transmission; • Writing Animals Gender and History; Physical Geography; • Children’s Fiction Human Geography.

FURTHER STUDY Skills developed through this programme will make you a highly valued candidate for postgraduate programmes that focus on writing, media and communication, politics, sociology, cultural studies. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE

• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social Sciences, • GY119 Bachelor of Arts with Journalism and Celtic Studies • GY111 Bachelor of Arts with Creative Writing t. +353 91 493958 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy126

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY127 The BA in Film and Digital Media off ers students a unique combination of theory and practice across the areas of fi lm and digital media Bachelor of This course provides students with a comprehensive grounding in the theory and history of fi lm and digital media as well as training in the Arts (Film and fundamentals of fi lm practice, screenwriting, and digital development and design Digital Media) With a core focus on the development of critical and creative skills, the BA (Film and Digital Media) prepares graduates for a career in the broad fi eld of the creative industries, including fi lm and television production, digital content creation, cultural administration, screenwriting and digital marketing As a UNESCO City of Film, and the home of the Irish Film Board, Galway is situated at the heart of Ireland’s creative and cultural sector.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO projects with community groups, and CAO Code: GY127 • Digital Storytelling supervised research and creative projects. • Creative Media Design and Development Undergraduate students at the Huston Course Level: 8 • European Cinema School of Film and Digital Media have Duration: 4 years • Screenwriting 1 previously gained work experience at • Film Practice 1 companies such as TV3, Ros na Rún and Minimum Entry points 2019: 387 • Film Theory the Dublin International Film Festival. Minimum A-Level Grades: YEAR THREE STUDY ABROAD See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Work Placement/Service Learning/Creative The Huston School of Film and Digital Project/Placement Abroad Leaving Certi� cate Entry requirements: Media has Erasmus links with a number of YEAR FOUR Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects institutions within the UK, Europe and the and passes in four other subjects at • Creative Project/Minor Dissertation USA. Students can choose to spend part of O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Creative and Cultural Industries the third year of the programme studying including Irish, English, another language • Early and Silent Cinema at one of these partner institutions. and three other subjects recognised for • Irish Cinema entry purposes. • Introduction to Visual Culture CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Research and Writing Film Studies This course prepares graduates for a career A-Level/GCSE Entry requirements: • Transnational Cinemas in the broad � eld of the creative industries, See page 177 for matriculation entry • Screenwriting 2 including � lm and television production, requirements. • Film Practice 2 digital content creation, cultural Average Intake: 40 • Creative Computing administration, screenwriting and digital • Human Computer Interaction marketing. Employing over 6,000 people • Arti� cial Intelligence nationwide, and generating an estimated SUBJECT CHOICES • E-Business Marketing €550 million annually, the creative industries are central to Ireland’s economic In First Year of the BA (Film and Digital WORK PLACEMENT and cultural achievements on the global Media), students will study Film and stage. The Huston School of Film and Digital Media and two other Arts subjects Year 3 of the programme o� ers students Digital Media has developed a wide range from groups 1,3,4,5,6 or 7 on the Joint- the opportunity to apply the skills and of links with the media industry in Ireland Honours menu. Please note students knowledge they have acquired within and graduates from the School have gone may only select one subject from each real-world settings. Working under on to work in � lm production and direction, subject grouping. For subject choices the supervision of course personnel, screenwriting, game design, e-learning, � lm please refer to the subject groupings on students will engage in a range of intensive festival programming, page 23. Students will then progress with professional activities in both semesters. and lecturing amongst other areas. Film and Digital Media and one of their These can include internships with media other two subjects to degree level. and arts organisations, service learning

YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE YEAR ONE Modules may include: This course o� ers clear opportunities Dr Conn Holohan, Huston School • Introduction to Film Studies to pursue further study and research at of Film and Digital Media postgraduate level, including the range of • Beyond Hollywood Film t. +353 91 495686 MA programmes at the Huston School of • Digital Design e. [email protected] Film & Digital Media such as the: • Introduction to Filmmaking w. nuigalway.ie/gy127 • MA (Film Production and Direction) • MA (Digital Media) • MA (Film Studies: Theory and Practice)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY128 This degree course aims to produce graduates with a high level of competence in at least two languages. You can choose from French, Bachelor of German, Irish, Italian and Spanish Italian is available at beginner level, and German and Spanish are available Arts (Global to both beginners and post-Leaving Certifi cate students. French and Irish are available at post-Leaving Certifi cate level Languages) Students can choose minors in a range of languages or a minor subject covering language-related fi elds like translation and linguistics, media and technology, and literature and culture Students may take short introductory courses in Chinese and Latin.

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CAO Code: GY128 YEAR ONE A recent study by the European Commission revealed that the graduate • Two languages in � rst year (one of which must Course Level: 8 attributes students acquire during their be at post-Leaving Certi� cate level) study abroad, such as problem-solving, Duration: 4 years • Option to study a third language as a minor self-reliance and cultural awareness, can or Minimum Entry points 2019: 370 greatly increase their employability. In Year • Minor in Global Language Studies; Modules Three students will either undertake study Minimum A-Level Grades: in Skills for Learning Languages; Introduction abroad under the Erasmus programme in See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels to Translation; Written Words and Spoken Europe or take up a language assistantship. Languages; European Cinema and Introduction Leaving Certi� cate Entry Outside Europe we have additional to Chinese Language and Culture. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in exchange links with universities in Chile YEAR TWO two subjects and passes in four other and Mexico. Students will have the option subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Two languages (minimum) to spend a semester each in two di� erent Certi� cate, including Irish and English, • Additional study options include minors in: language areas while on Erasmus. H4 in a modern language other than Irish · A third language CAREER OPPORTUNITIES and English, and three other subjects · Global Language Studies (with modules on recognised for entry purposes. Linguistics, Translation in the World, Media As graduates you will have a broad range A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: and Technology for Language Learning); of career options available to you. You See page 177 for matriculation entry YEAR THREE may choose to use your language skills requirements. • You will spend Year Three abroad studying or on for translation or research or apply your a language assistantship. skills to careers in business, the diplomatic Average Intake: 40 service, journalism, the European YEAR FOUR Commission, the United Nations, teaching • Two languages, with option to continue and in non-governmental organisations. SUBJECT CHOICES with a third, or continued specialisation in There are also opportunities to continue language related modules In the BA (Global Languages), students studying in Ireland or abroad. will take one major subject and two minor subjects from the following list of courses:

MAJOR SUBJECTS Gaeilge, French, Spanish, German, Italian.

MINOR SUBJECTS Léann na Gaeilge, French Language Studies, German Language Studies, Italian Language Studies FURTHER STUDY Italian Culture, Spanish Language MA (Translation Studies), MA (Advanced Language Skills), MA in French, German, Irish, Studies, Global Language Studies. Italian, or Spanish YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE

• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) Dr Máire Áine Ní Mhainnín, School of • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) Languages, Literatures and Cultures • GY202 Bachelor of Commerce (International) t. +353 91 493397 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy128

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY129 This course is aimed at students who know from the point of application to university that they wish to include an international experience as part of Bachelor their overall degree The programme operates in a similar fashion to the BA (Joint-Honours) with of Arts students taking three subjects in fi rst year and continuing with classes in two of these subjects in second and fi nal year. Students spend third year studying (International) abroad or on an approved placement overseas. While this programme is particularly of interest to those students taking a foreign language, it is also open to non-language students Studying a modern language to degree level involves spending a period, normally an academic year, in a country or region where the language is widely spoken. You will pursue both of your degree subjects during the period abroad. Students registered for two languages are required to spend a minimum of 12 weeks in each of the countries or regions where the relevant languages are spoken. This will usually consist of an academic year abroad arranged by the University in one language and a summer placement arranged by the student in the other country or region Students who do not study a modern language on this programme, may spend a year abroad in North America, or on European exchanges where programmes are delivered in English. We also have links with China.

COURSE FACTS WORK PLACEMENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CAO Code: GY129 In addition to the study abroad opportunity, Arts graduates, and in particular language students have the option to apply for the graduates, are in demand. Career Course Level: 8 language assistantship programme. Details destinations represent a broad range of Duration: 4 years available from the language disciplines. opportunities from hospitality through to the creative industries, in addition to Minimum Entry Points 2019: 408 STUDY ABROAD careers in media and communications. Minimum A-Level Grades: The College of Arts, Social Sciences, In studying abroad, graduates develop See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels and Celtic Studies has developed and skills identified as desirable from across established links across numerous multiple employment sectors. The BA Leaving Certi� cate Entry European destinations (e.g., Erasmus (International) provides entry into multiple Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in Programme). These are updated and and diverse postgraduate programmes two subjects and passes in four other extended on an annual basis and range offered by the College of Arts, Social subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving from EU destinations across France, Spain, Sciences, and Celtic Studies. Certi� cate, including Irish, English, Germany and Italy to Eastern European another language, and three other destinations such as the Czech Republic subjects recognised for entry purposes. and Turkey. There are also a number of A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: study/work placement opportunities in See page 177 for matriculation entry North America, the UK, and China. requirements. Average Intake: 20

FURTHER STUDY Further details on one-year, taught postgraduate opportunities can be found here: nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/

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• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social Science, • GY128 Bachelor of Arts (Global Languages) and Celtic Studies • GY203 Bachelor of Commerce (International) t. +353 91 493958 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy129

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY130 This course combines the study of music with one other arts subject It allows students to develop an understanding of the history, theory Bachelor of and practice of music Arts (Music) This course is ideal for those who wish to teach music after graduation at second level Students will benefi t from the numerous musical events hosted on campus every year, as part of NUI Galway’s partnerships with major arts organisations Galway’s status as European Capital of Culture in 2020 will bring huge benefi ts to students on our BA in Music.

COURSE FACTS • The Practice and Exploration of the Creative students can study Music and other Arts (optional) CAO Code: GY130 performing arts subjects. • Power, Hierarchies and Irish Traditional Music CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Course Level: 8 Practice (optional) • Musical Theatre (optional) The course has been designed to meet Duration: 4 years YEAR THREE the requirements of the Irish Teaching Minimum Entry Points 2019: 400 Council, so graduates, following the This year is dedicated to the development of completion of the PME, will be quali� ed to Minimum A-Level Grades: special skills and/or experiences. Students will: teach Music in post-primary education. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Attend an international university where music Students can combine the study of music is taught Leaving Certi� cate Entry with subjects such as Psychology, Law, or Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in Information Technology or Languages, all • Engage in a 10,000-word dissertation on a two subjects and passes in four other of which open up career opportunities in subject within Music Studies or subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving those areas. • Carry out an internship or Certi� cate including Irish, English, • Complete a supervised practice-based another language, and three other project, culminating in a public recital and/or subjects recognised for entry purposes. performance. No audition required. Students can take YEAR FOUR the course without having studied Music • Composition Project or Dissertation for Leaving Certi� cate. • Music Histories and Repertories 2 A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Writing About Music and Performance Analysis See page 177 for matriculation entry • Musical Practice 3 (optional) requirements. • Choice of special subjects (optional) Average Intake: 20 STUDY ABROAD SUBJECT CHOICES In third year, you can choose to spend a semester abroad on the Erasmus exchange In First Year of the BA (Music), students register programme, either as a full-time student for modules in Music and then select two other at a European university or conservatoire, Arts subjects from groups 1,2, 4,5, 6 or 7 from or on the Erasmus internship programme the Joint-Honours subject choices. Please note where you may apply for language- students may only select one subject from each subject grouping. For subject choice please refer assistant teaching posts. Students taking to the subject groupings on page 23. Students will a language will be expected to study then progress with Music and one of their other Music alongside any other language two subjects to degree level. requirements. Placements in arts, media YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR and educational organisations in Ireland are also possible. There are also international YEAR ONE links with American universities where • Introduction to Music History • Traditional Music in Ireland FURTHER STUDY • Music Practice 1 • Music Theory and Critical Listening Students taking this course can go on to pursue postgraduate study in Music as well as the creative arts more generally. YEAR TWO • Introduction to Composition YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Harmony and Keyboard Harmony • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) Dr Aidan Thomson • Music Histories and Repertories • GY115 Bachelor of Arts with t. • Introduction to Sound Technology +353 91 493675 Performing Arts Studies e. • Music Practice 2 (optional) [email protected] • GY118 Bachelor of Arts (Drama, Theatre and w. nuigalway.ie/gy130 Performance Studies)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY131 Are you inquisitive by nature and curious about how the modern world has come to be? Would you like to fi nd out how past events and long-term Bachelor processes have shaped our contemporary globalised world? Are you trying to make sense of the major events that are happening in the world today such as of Arts Brexit and the Trump administration? (History and Students combine a major in History with a choice of inter-disciplinary courses in related themes. You will develop the critical faculties necessary to Globalisation understand the processes of global integration over time and space Studies) These skills are vital in fi elds as diverse as business, diplomacy, and the voluntary sector, where individuals must always be conscious of the historical, cultural and political impact of their actions.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY131 YEAR ONE A number of places will be available in the third year of the programme for students Course Level: 8 · Introduction to Global History · Principles of Human Geography to undertake a single semester work Duration: 4 years · Introduction to Politics and Sociology placement. The aim of these placements is for you to develop the knowledge and Minimum Entry Points 2019: 340 · Concepts and Practices in Politics and Sociology skills acquired on the programme in a Minimum A-Level Grades: · Empire and Literature in Ancient Rome professional setting. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR TWO Placement opportunities are competitive, Leaving Certi� cate Entry History (seminar and lecture modules), thematic programme speci� c, and subject to change Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in minor, and Globalisation Studies. depending on availability. Work placements two subjects and passes in four other • Global History, 1780–1945 include community, industry and on- subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • of Migration campus opportunities. Year three study Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Skills for Work opportunities are also available at another language, and three other • Reformation Europe NUI Galway and beyond. subjects recognised for entry purposes. YEAR THREE STUDY ABROAD A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: Students will undertake a combination of a Students may apply to spend a semester See page 177 for matriculation entry one-semester work placement (places limited); or full academic year abroad as part of the requirements. on-campus studies; a semester abroad on third year of their studies. NUI Galway has the Erasmus programme; or a full academic Erasmus exchange programmes with a Average Intake: 20 year abroad. range of universities across Europe, where YEAR FOUR SUBJECT CHOICES students can develop their language skills, experience di� erent cultures, and engage In the BA (History and Globalisation Completion of studies in History (major), thematic minor, and Globalisation Studies: with new ideas and topics. Semester Studies), students take a major in History • Globalisation since 1945 abroad places are competitive and subject and a minor in Globalisation Studies • Mobilities to availability. and choose one of the following minor • Development and Change subjects: French Language Studies; Italian CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Language Studies; Economics and According to Shuvo Saha, Director Public Policy. of Google’s Digital Academy, cultural intelligence is one of the keys to a successful career; the best graduates thrive on understanding ‘our brave new world and its contradictions’. Graduates of the BA (History and Globalisation) will develop these skills of cultural intelligence—the ability to understand, relate and work across di� erent cultures— that have become highly valued in the FURTHER STUDY modern workplace. This programme provides robust MA (History), MA (Environment, Society and Development), MA (Culture and Colonialism) preparation for a range of careers across the public, private and not-for-pro� t YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE sectors, including business, the diplomatic • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint Honours) Dr Kevin O’Sullivan service, international development, • GY105 Bachelor of Arts (History) (Programme Director) journalism, education, non-governmental organisations, international marketing • GY129 Bachelor of Arts (International) t. +353 91 493 625 and management, public service, heritage e. [email protected] industries and publishing. w. nuigalway.ie/gy131 68 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY132 Do you want to better understand how government works and how public policy can be improved? Bachelor of Arts Do you want to better understand how politics, economics and law Government combine to produce public and social policy? Are you interested in working in government, business, or law? If so, (Politics, Economics then the BA: Government (Politics, Economics, and Law) at NUI Galway and Law) is for you The three core disciplines of this degree combine to give graduates unique knowledge and background to develop careers in both the private and public sectors.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR YEAR FOUR • Topics in Microeconomic Theory CAO Code: GY132 YEAR ONE • European Community Law I Course Level: 8 • Principles of Microeconomics • Development and Change • Principles of Macroeconomics • Theories of the Policy Process Duration: 4 years • Economics Coursework • Public Economics Minimum Entry Points 2019: 402 • Introduction to Research in Public • European Community Law II and Social Policy • Comparative Public Policy Minimum A-Level Grades: • Irish Legal Systems • Policy Seminar See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Law and Social Policy • Choice of modules in Economics, Law, Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Administrative Law I and Sociological and Political Studies Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Introduction to Politics and Sociology Note: Modules o� ered may change from year two subjects and passes in four other • Concepts and Practices in Politics and to year, depending on availability. subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Sociology Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Problems in Politics and Sociology STUDY ABROAD • Public and Social Policy in Ireland another language, and three other Students can avail of opportunities YEAR TWO subjects recognised for entry purposes. to study abroad with the Erasmus A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Intermediate Microeconomics programme throughout Europe. • Mathematics for Economics See page 177 for matriculation entry CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. • Sociology of Law • Constitutional Law I This degree combines the study of Average Intake: 40 • European Politics OR Social Issues politics, economics and law. As a result, and Policy Responses it creates career opportunities in local • Public Administration and national government, business, • Intermediate Macroeconomics non-pro� t organisations, consultancy, • Economics of Public Policy public a� airs, professional services, the • Constitutional Law II EU and global development agencies. • Health Law and Policy The multidisciplinary nature of the • Modern Political Thought (Political Theory) degree also opens opportunities in public or Classical Social Thought (Social Theory) administration, policy analysis, industrial • Methods for Social and Political Scientists relations, public relations, journalism, YEAR THREE social work, community work, political advocacy, management, economics Work Placement, Study Abroad, Research and law. Project and Complementary Study Options.

FURTHER STUDY With a solid base in three key disciplines this degree uniquely creates and enhances prospects for further study in business (such as an MBA), economics, political science, law, human relations, public policy analysis, sociology, and community development. Those who wish to pursue a career in law will be exempted from the � rst year of their LLB.

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• GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) College of Arts, Social Sciences, • GY251 Law and Celtic Studies • GY201 Bachelor of Commerce t. +353 91 493958 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy132

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY133 This course allows you to combine the study of mathematics with computer science and post-primary teaching education Bachelor of This is a four year concurrent initial teacher education programme and includes a number of school placement opportunities throughout Arts Education the course (Computer Science At the end of this four year course graduates will be eligible to teach and Mathematical computer science and mathematics. Studies)

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR YEAR FOUR • Complex Variables CAO Code: GY133 YEAR ONE • Geometry Course Level: 8 • Analysis and Algebra 1 and 2 • Calculus 2 • Mathematical Skills Duration: 4 years • Multimedia Development • Computer Systems • Networks and Computer Communications Minimum Entry Points 2019: 401 • Programming I and II • Final Year Project • History and Structure of Irish Education • Practical Teaching Programme: Integrated Minimum A-Level Grades: • Practical Teaching Programme 1 See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Project • Introduction to Educational Sciences • School Placement: Block Teaching Experience Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Principles of Second-Level Mathematics Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT two subjects and passes in four other • Calculus 1 As part of this degree course you will subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Linear Algebra undertake a school placement component Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Statistics for Data Science 1 and 2 each year. In total, each pre-service teacher another Language and Mathematics, • Object Oriented Programming I and II will complete 100 hours of teaching and two other subjects recognised for • Web-based Information Systems between years one and three, and 13 entry purposes. A H5 or O1 Grade in • Practical Teaching Programme 2 weeks in a second level school in year four mathematics is also a requirement. YEAR THREE of the programme. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Discrete Mathematics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES See page 177 for matriculation entry • Linear Algebra Our graduates are keenly sought for requirements. • Systems Analysis and Design teaching positions in Ireland and abroad. • Database Systems I Additional Requirements: Students Opportunities outside of the teaching • Curriculum and Assessment must satisfy the Garda/police vetting profession include further or higher • Research Literacies for Professional requirements. education, academic or industrial research, Development and Lifelong Learning ICT, � nance and technology. Average Intake: 25 • Practical Teaching Programme • Professional Studies Integrated Project • Psychology, Sociology and Catering for Diversity

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Graduates of this course will be well positioned for further study in postgraduate • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) programmes that focus on education, mathematics and computer science. • GY124 Bachelor of Arts (Arts with Data Science) Master of Education (MEd.) • GY109 Bachelor of Arts (Mathematics nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/education-master.html and Education) Master of Science (Software Engineering and Database Technologies) nuigalway.ie/courses/adult-and-continuing-education-courses/software-engineering- FIND OUT MORE and-database-technologies.htm College of Arts, Social Sciences, Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Mathematics) and Celtic Studies nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/arts-maths.html t. +353 91 493958 Master of Science in Business Analytics e. [email protected] nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/business-analytics.html w. nuigalway.ie/gy133

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY134 There is a growing demand for a work force literate in the scientifi c and geographic protocols used to advance environmental issues such as Bachelor climate change, energy use, sustainable development, and policy This new programme - beginning in 2020 - is aimed at motivated school of Science leavers and mature students with a strong interest in how natural systems function and how the ecosystem goods and services provided (Geography and by the environment are impacted by human activity Geosystems) The programme focuses on fi eld-based learning to provide students with diverse opportunities to supplement their academic learning with hands-on research and technical experiences outside the classroom NEW FOR 2020 As a graduate of this programme, you will become an expert in human- environment relationships with a focus on the spatial dynamics of the natural world and the sustainable management of our natural resources.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR YEAR FOUR In Year Four, a large portion of the students’ CAO Code: GY134 YEAR ONE e� orts will be dedicated to an independent Course Level: 8 Year One of the programme introduces students research project supervised by sta� members to the fundamental concepts that govern both in Geography. In parallel, students will further Duration: 4 years Physical and Human Geography. In parallel, develop their GIS skills and advance their students will receive a foundational scienti� c understanding in the pathways of their choices Minimum Entry Points 2019: N/A understanding of principles that govern the to deepen their knowledge and understanding Minimum A-Level Grades: natural world (e.g., Biology, Physics, Chemistry, in those areas. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels and Mathematics). YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT Leaving Certi� cate Entry In Year Three of the programme students Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 In Year Two, core modules focus on traditional have the option to participate in targeted in two subjects and passes in four Physical Geography (Climate, Biogeography, and Earth surface & interior processes) alongside work or research-based internships other subjects at O6/H7 level in the introductions to Environmental Law and (January–August), study abroad, or enrol Leaving Certi� cate, including Irish, Statistics. In addition students will choose two in further study at NUI Galway. English, Mathematics, a laboratory of the four possible pathways: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • Pathway 1: Coastal and Marine Sciences Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), • Pathway 2: Ecosystem Sciences The programme o� ers clear pathways to Computer Science or Agricultural • Pathway 3: Environmental Planning and Policy an array of career opportunities including Science) and any two other subjects • Pathway 4: Palaeo-Sciences Environmental Consultant, Geographic recognised for entry purposes. YEAR THREE Information System Analyst, Nature A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Study Abroad – Work Placement – Research Conservation O� cer, Sustainability See page 177 for matriculation entry Placement – Further Study Consultant, Marine Scientist, Coastal requirements. • Semester 1: Core modules in Semester 1 Manager and Climatologist. Average Intake: 25 focus on the introduction to GIS, alongside Guidance will be o� ered throughout the development of career readiness and the programme to ensure students are research design. undertaking the most appropriate • Semester 2: The work placement or internship modules for their own personal career will enable students to apply their class-based goals and development. skills critically in a real-world setting. Students will also have the option to travel to one of our partner universities abroad as part of the ERASMUS programme.

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE Graduates will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience to undertake a wide Dr Audrey Morley, range of research-based or taught postgraduate programmes. NUI Galway o� ers a diverse Lecturer in Physical Geography array of taught master’s degree programmes including: t. +353 91 494104 e. [email protected] • MSc Programme in Coastal and Marine Environments • MSc programme in Environmental Leadership Dr Gordon Bromley • MSc in Biodiversity and Land-Use Planning Lecturer in Physical Geography t. +353 91 492128 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy134

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? AS051 If you have an interest in working within the food industry nationally or internationally then this programme may be for you Bachelor of To date this programme has achieved 100% graduate employment Applied Science Ultimately the programme seeks to create graduates with the capacity for developing food products to meet the nutritional needs in Nutrition, of health-conscious consumers, those with dietary restrictions, the elderly and the young.COURSE FACTS Food and Business Management

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CAO Code: AS051 YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT Course Level: 8 YEAR ONE Year Three of the programme incorporates the possibility of a Duration: 4 years • Nutrition I: Nutrition, Diet and Health • Food Science structured 20-week placement nationally Minimum Entry Points 2019: 339 • Microbiology I or internationally in a variety of food • Food Preparation and Culinary Skills industries and food-related organisations. Minimum A-Level Grades: Students have undertaken work See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Introductory Marketing and Finance • Business Management and Food Legislation placements in organisations including Ornua (formerly the Irish Dairy Board), Leaving Certi� cate Entry YEAR TWO Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 Kerry Group, Glanbia, Lakeland Dairies and in two subjects and passes in four • Nutrition II: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle Boyne Valley to name just a few. • Food Science and Applied Culinary Skills other subjects at O6/H7 level in the STUDY ABROAD Leaving Certi� cate, including Irish, • Industrial Scale Food Production English, Mathematics, a laboratory • Microbiology II It is possible to study abroad and secure science subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, • Marketing and Finance placement within the EU as part of the Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) • Principles of Sensory Sciences Erasmus+ programme. or Agricultural Science), and two other YEAR THREE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Nutrition III: Lifestyle, Health and Disease • 20-week placement, nationally or Graduates of the B.Appl.Sc. in Nutrition, A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: internationally, in a food industry or a food Food and Business Management will have See page 177 for matriculation entry related organisation attained the knowledge and skills that will requirements. • Digital Marketing enable them to obtain employment in a Average Intake: 16 • Operations Strategy variety of food and associated industries. • Marketing Research Graduates will be equipped with the • Innovations in Food Processing & Preservation technical knowledge and skills required to work in a diverse range of careers YEAR FOUR such as: food production, new product • Public Health Nutrition development, quality control, marketing/ • Food Quality Management and Auditing sales, supervision and management, • Strategic Management consultancy and research. • Research Skills • Training in HACCP and BRC Principles • Food Innovation & New Product Development • International Food Policy Note: Modules in each year of the programme are subject to change.

FURTHER STUDY St Angela’s College, Sligo and NUI Galway also a� ord the opportunity to pursue further studies at postgraduate, master’s and PhD levels. " The highlight was my www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie/programmes placement. We were prepared YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE for placement really, well. I • AS001 Bachelor of Arts (Education, Home Niamh Finnegan worked in marketing and new Economics and Biology)/Professional Masters Home Economics Department product development" in Education (with Home Economics) t. +353 71 9135650 Stephanie Walsh, • GY301 Bachelor of Science e. n� [email protected] Buyer for Lidl Ireland. • GY201 Bachelor of Commerce w. www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie/ nutritionfoodbusiness 72 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? AS001 The fi ve year programme is the only Initial Teacher Education programme in Home Economics in Bachelor of Arts Ireland and fully equips graduates to teach Home Economics plus a second subject at all levels in (Education, Home Economics the Post Primary sector and Biology) After four years, students will be awarded a BA /Professional (Education, Home Economics and Biology), an Masters in Education NFQ Level 8 honours degree. (with Home Economics)

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COURSE FACTS • Physics I TEACHING COUNCIL • Chemistry II ACCREDITATION CAO Code: AS001 • Human Anatomy and Physiology II In order to qualify to teach, students Course Level: 9 • Physics II must progress into Year Five which Duration: 5 years YEAR THREE carries the award Professional Masters in • Understanding Education Education (PME) (with Home Economics) Minimum Entry Points 2019: 468 • Pedagogics for Practice 3 at NFQ Level 9. Upon graduation, Minimum A-Level Grades: • School Placement 3 students will meet all the Teaching See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Food Microbiology Council requirements to be registered • Nutritional and Sensory Science as a Newly Quali� ed Teacher (NQT) Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Textiles, Fashion and Design in Home Economics and their second Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Family Resource Management: Resource subject (Biology/Religious Education/Irish). two subjects and passes in four other Management and Consumer Empowerment Students do not have to compete for a subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Ecology and Ecosystems place in the � fth stage. However, students Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Biochemistry I must reach the required standard of H2.2 Mathematics, a laboratory science • Microbiology: Food and Water after Stage 4 before they can progress into subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, • Molecular Biology: Nucleic Acids Stage 5. Physics with Chemistry (joint) or YEAR FOUR Agricultural Science), another language, WORK PLACEMENT • Understanding Education and one other subject recognised for School placement and microteaching are • Pedagogics for Practice 4 entry purposes. integral components of the programme. • School Placement 4 Students complete their teaching practice Additional Requirements: Students • Food Quality, Nutrition and Health in a variety of schools and educational must satisfy the Garda/police vetting • Family Resource Management settings. Approximately 25 weeks of requirements. • Home Economics Practice in Everyday Living school placement will take place over • Choose from one of the following: A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: the � ve years. See page 177 for matriculation entry · Nutritional Food Product Development CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. · Social, Personal and Health Education · Textiles, Fashion and Design Average Intake: 32 Graduates of this programme are · Interior Design quali� ed to teach Junior Certi� cate Home YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Biochemistry II: Metabolism Economics, and Science and Leaving • Molecular Cell Biology YEAR ONE Certi� cate Home Economics and Biology • Biochemistry III: Biochemical Basis of Disease at higher level. Graduates are provided with • Understanding Education • Environmental Biology a professional and academic quali� cation • General Pedagogics 1 YEAR FIVE which enables them to also pursue careers • Subject-Speci� c Pedagogics 1 • Sociological Perspectives in Education in a wide range of � elds including education, • School Placement 1 • Dissertation Research Methods in Education home economics and applied science. • Food Studies • Professional Preparation and Development: • Introduction to Textiles and Design Home Economics • Family Resource Management • Professional Preparation and Development: • Chemistry I Biology • Botany • School Placement in Home Economics and • Animal Diversity Biology FIND OUT MORE • Human Anatomy and Physiology I • Professional Inquiry in Home Economics and YEAR TWO Home Economics Education Sinéad O’Doherty • Understanding Education • Dissertation St. Angela’s College • Pedagogics for Practice 2 Note: Modules in each year of the programme t. +353 71 9135640 • School Placement 2 are subject to change. e. [email protected] • Food Studies: Food Science and Nutrition w. www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie • Family Resource Management

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? AS002 The fi ve-year course is the only initial teacher- education programme in Home Economics in Bachelor of Arts (Education, Ireland and fully equips graduates to teach Home Economics plus a second subject at all levels in the Home Economics & Religious post-primary sector Education) After four years, students will be awarded a BA /Professional (Education, Home Economics and Religious Masters in Education Education), an NFQ Level 8 honours degree. (with Home Economics)

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COURSE FACTS • Food Studies: Food Science and Nutrition Note: Modules in each year of the programme are subject to change. CAO Code: AS002 • Family Resource Management • Christianity: Historical and Contemporary TEACHING COUNCIL Course Level: 9 Perspectives ACCREDITATION • Religions and the World Duration: 5 years In order to qualify to teach, students • Foundational Ethics must progress into Year 5 which carries Minimum Entry Points 2019: 401* YEAR THREE (NFQ LEVEL 8) *(Not all students who received these the award Professional Masters in • Understanding Education points were awarded a place) Education (PME) (with Home Economics) • Pedagogics for Practice 3 at NFQ Level 9. Upon graduation Minimum A-Level Grades: • School Placement 3 students will meet all the Teaching See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Food Microbiology, Processing and Council requirements to be registered as Preservation Leaving Certi� cate Entry a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) in Home • Nutritional and Sensory Science Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in Economics and their second subject • Textiles, Fashion and Design two subjects and passes in four other (Biology/Religious Education/Irish). • Family Resource Management: Resource subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Students do not have to compete for Management and Consumer Empowerment Certi� cate, including Irish, English, a place in the fifth stage. However, • Ritual and Sacrament Mathematics, Home Economics or students must reach the required • Contemporary Christological Perspectives a laboratory science subject (i.e., standard of H2.2 after Stage 4 before • Ethical and Moral Issues Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics they can progress into Stage 5. • Critical Questions in Religious Education with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural WORK PLACEMENT Science), another language, and YEAR FOUR (NFQ LEVEL 8) School placement and microteaching one other subject recognised for • Understanding Education are integral components of the entry purposes. • Pedagogics for Practice 4 • School Placement 4 programme. Students complete their Additional Requirements: Students • Food Quality, Nutrition and Health teaching practice in a variety of schools must satisfy the Garda/police vetting • Nutritional and Sensory Sciences and educational settings. Approximately requirements. • Family Resource Management: Family and 25 weeks of school placement will take place over the 5 years. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: Society See page 177 for matriculation entry • Choose from one of the following: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. · Nutritional Food Product Development Graduates of this programme are qualified · Social, Personal and Health Education to teach both Home Economics and Average Intake: 32 · Textiles, Fashion and Design Religion to Junior Certificate and Leaving YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR · Interior Design Certificate at second level. Graduates are • of Secular Belief provided with a professional and academic YEAR ONE (NFQ LEVEL 8) • Critical Debates in Contemporary Systematic qualification that enables them to also • Understanding Education Theology and Biblical Studies pursue careers in a wide range of fields • General Pedagogics 1 • Creation and Eschatology or Philosophical including; education, home economics • Subject-Speci� c Pedagogics 1 and Theological Anthropology or Religion and and religious education. • School Placement 1 Culture in Ireland • Food Studies YEAR FIVE (NFQ LEVEL 9) • Introduction to Textiles and Design • Sociological perspectives in Education • Family Resource Management • Research Methods in Education • Chemistry I • Professional Preparation and Development: FIND OUT MORE • The Search for Meaning and the Question of God Home Economics • Introduction to Religious Education Sinéad O’Doherty • Professional Preparation and Development: • Biblical Studies St. Angela’s College Religious Education t. YEAR TWO (NFQ LEVEL 8) • School Placement +353 71 9135640 e. • Understanding Education • Professional Inquiry in Home Economics and [email protected] w. • Pedagogics for Practice 2 Home Economics Education www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie • School Placement 2 • Dissertation 74 COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL SCIENCES, AND CELTIC STUDIES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? AS003 The fi ve-year course is the only initial teacher- education programme in Home Economics in Bachelor of Arts Ireland and fully equips graduates to teach Home Economics plus a second subject at all levels in the (Education, Home Economics post-primary sector and Irish) After four years, students will be awarded a BA /Professional (Education, Home Economics and Religious Masters in Education Education), an NFQ Level 8 honours degree. (with Home Economics)

ST. ANGELA’S COLLEGE, SLIGO

COURSE FACTS • Litríocht agus Cultúr a Dó TEACHING COUNCIL • An Ghaeilge Bheo–An Traidisiún Béil ACCREDITATION CAO Code: AS003 • Teanga na Gaeilge In order to qualify to teach, students Course Level: 9 YEAR THREE (NFQ LEVEL 8) must progress into Year Five which Duration: 5 years • Understanding Education carries the award Professional Masters in • Pedagogics for Practice 3 Education (PME) (with Home Economics) Minimum Entry points 2019: 430 • School Placement 3 at NFQ Level 9. Upon graduation students Minimum a-level grades: • Food Microbiology, Processing and will meet all the Teaching Council See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Preservation requirements to be registered as a • Nutritional and Sensory Science Newly Quali� ed Teacher (NQT) in Home Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Textiles, Fashion and Design Economics and their second subject requirements: Minimum Grade H4 in • Family Resource Management: Resource (Biology/Religious Education/Irish/). Irish and Grade H5 in another subject Management and Consumer Empowerment Students do not have to compete for a and passes in four other subjects at • Litríocht agus Cultúr a Trí place in the � fth stage. However, students O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • An Ghaeilge Bheo–Pobal na Gaeilge must reach the required standard of H2.2 including including English, Maths, • Teanga na Gaeilge after Stage 4 before they can progress another language, a laboratory science • Mionstaidéar ar Shaothair Liteartha Roghnaithe into Stage 5. subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, YEAR FOUR (NFQ LEVEL 8) WORK PLACEMENT Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science) or • Understanding Education School placement and microteaching are Home Economics, one other subject • Pedagogics for Practice 4 integral components of the programme. recognised for entry purposes. • School Placement 4 Students complete their teaching practice Additional requirements: Students • Food Quality, Nutrition and Health in a variety of schools and educational must satisfy the Garda/ police vetting • Nutritional and Sensory Sciences settings. Approximately 25 weeks of requirements. • Family Resource Management: Family school placement will take place over and Society the 5 years. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Choose from one of the following: See page 177 for matriculation entry · Nutritional Food Product Development CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. · Social, Personal and Health Education Graduates of this programme are quali� ed Average intake: 22 · Textiles, Fashion and Design to teach both Home Economics and Irish · Interior Design YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR to Junior Certi� cate and Leaving Certi� cate • Na Meáin Chumarsáide agus at second level. Graduates are provided YEAR ONE (NFQ LEVEL 8) Scannánaíocht na Gaeilge with a professional and academic • Litríocht do Dhaoine Óga agus Litríocht • Understanding Education quali� cation that enables them to also na hImirce • General Pedagogics 1 pursue careers in a wide range of � elds • Teanga na Gaeilge • Subject-Speci� c Pedagogics for Practice 1 including; education, home economics • An tÚrscéal sa Ghaeilge • School Placement 1 and Irish. YEAR FIVE (NFQ LEVEL 9) • Food Studies • Introduction to Textiles and Design • Sociological Perspectives in Education • Family Resource Management • Research Methods in Education • Chemistry I • Professional Preparation and Development: • Litríocht agus Cultúr a hAon Home Economics • Teanga na Gaeilge • Professional Preparation and Development: FIND OUT MORE YEAR TWO (NFQ LEVEL 8) Gaeilge • School Placement Sinéad O’Doherty • Understanding Education • Professional Inquiry in Home Economics and St. Angela’s College • Pedagogics for Practice 2 Home Economics Education • School Placement 2 t. +353 71 9135640 • Dissertation • Food Studies: Food Science and Nutrition e. [email protected] Note: Modules in each year of the programme • Family Resource Management: w. www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie are subject to change. • Physics I

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? AS054 The BA Home Economics is a degree with both a practical and theoretical focus. It is aimed at students who are passionate about the subject Home Bachelor of Economics and aspire to be Home Economists working in the community or industry setting advocating for sustainable health and wellbeing of Arts individuals, families and communities (Home Economics) This programme consists of the three core disciplines within Home Economics: Food Studies; Textiles, Fashion, Design; and Family Resource Management and these are taught in every year of the programme.

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COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: AS054 YEAR ONE In year three of the programme students will have the option to either study abroad Course Level: 8 • Food Preparation & Culinary Skills • Nutrition, Diet and Health for five months with one of our partner Duration: 4 years • Introduction to Textiles & Design Universities or to complete a five-month work placement in Ireland. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 390 • Sociology of the Family • Child Development STUDY ABROAD Minimum A-Level Grades: • Strategic Communication See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels It is possible to study abroad and secure • Consumer and Family Financial Literacy placement within the EU as part of the Leaving Certi� cate Entry YEAR TWO Erasmus+ programme. We are currently Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 • Interior & Textiles Design working on opening up partnerships in two subjects and passes in four • Food Science and Nutrition with potential Transatlantic Colleges for other subjects at O6/H7 Grades in • Family & Consumer A� airs possible study abroad placements. the Leaving Certi� cate, including Irish, • Health Promotion CAREER OPPORTUNITIES English, Maths, Home Economics, • Health and Wellbeing Economics & Policy Third Language and one other subjects YEAR THREE There are opportunities for graduates to recognised for entry purposes. be employed by national or international A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Food Microbiology, Processing and governmental or non-governmental See page 177 for matriculation entry Preservation agencies focusing on family and child requirements. • Sensory Sciences • Textiles, Fashion & Design wellbeing; consumer advocacy; and Average Intake: 32 • Family Resource Management and Consumer health promotion. Graduates will have Empowerment capacity to work with both private and • Preparation for Placement State organisations as food advisors, or • Work Placement/Erasmus+ community Home Economists. There is also potential to take a commercial YEAR FOUR pathway and enter into the private • Family: Policy and Practice business sector in the areas of food; • Home Economics Artisan Enterprise textiles and fashion and interior • Home Economics Studies entrepreneurship. • Family Advocacy in the Community • Public Health Nutrition • Home Economics Research Project Note: Modules in each year of the programme are subject to change

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE Postgraduate programmes (Masters and Doctoral level) can also be pursued in the areas of Niamh Finnegan, Education; Home Economics; Health Promotion; Food and Nutrition; Health Coaching and Home Economics Department Wellbeing; Child Development; Youth and Family Studies; Textiles and Fashion t. +353 71 9135650 www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie/programmes e. n� [email protected] nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses w. www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie

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Part of the campus at St Angela’s College, Sligo with Lough Gill in the background.

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Graduate Insight

“I chose an Arts degree as it gave me the opportunity to study two disciplines, Psychology and English, and provided me with a flexible academic foundation. Since graduating from NUI Galway, I have completed a Masters in Speech and Language Therapy. My background in Psychology and English were excellent foundations to have and both disciplines remain very relevant to my career today. I also founded my own Fashion, Lifestyle and Travel Blog, nualagorham.com. I am currently working as a Speech and Language Therapist and I continue to work on a self-employment basis through my blog. I credit my undergraduate degree in Arts at NUI Galway as a fundamental stepping stone to my current multi-faceted career. ”

Nuala Gorham Arts Graduate (GY101)

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Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge

Leagann Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge OÉ Gaillimh, an-bhéim ar shaineolas praitic- bhunaithe chomh maith le bunús maith teoiriciúil sna cúrsaí seo, rud a chinntíonn go mbíonn na céimithe ardoilte don mhargadh fostaíochta. Tá na scileanna a fhoghlaimíonn na mic léinn inaistrithe, ach tá sé ríshoiléir gur buntáiste breise dóibh an líofacht sa Ghaeilge agus iad ag lorg poist. Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, NUI Galway, o� ers hands-on learning underpinned by a solid theoretical foundation to prepare graduates for the competitive employment market. The skills learned by our students are completely transferable, and it is clear to our successful graduates that � uency in the Irish language gives them a considerable advantage in today’s highly competitive market place.

Daniel Burke Léann an Aistriúcháin

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Cúrsaí Gaeilge do Mhic Léinn Irish Language Courses for Students

CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE CÚRSAÍ SA GHAELTACHT AN DIOPLÓMA SA DO MHIC LÉINN GHAEILGE, C1 (LAW) Cuireann an tAcadamh cúrsaí ar fáil sa Cuireann Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Ghaeltacht do mhic léinn ar spéis leo This is a two-year, part-time programme Gaeilge na cúrsaí seo a leanas ar fáil do feabhas a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge agus provided for university students mhic léinn ar mian leo Gaeilge a fhoghlaim blaiseadh a fháil de shaol na Gaeltachta. studying Law. Students may undertake nó feabhas a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge, le linn Le tuilleadh eolais a fháil faoi na cúrsaí sin, this programme in addition to their dóibh a bheith ag freastal ar an Ollscoil. téigh i dteagmháil linn. degree/postgraduate programme. AN DIOPLÓMA SA GHAEILGE t. +353 91 495248 For further information on these diploma (LEIBHÉIL A2, B1, B2, C1) r. [email protected] courses, contact Oifig an Dioplóma in Áras na Gaeilge. Is clár páirtaimseartha dhá bhliain é Tugtar lascaine mhór do mhic léinn an cúrsa seo ar féidir le mic léinn é a chláraithe de chuid OÉ Gaillimh i leith tháillí t.+353 91 495 248 dhéanamh i dteannta an ghnáthchúrsa na gcúrsaí teanga seo. e. [email protected] céime nó iarchéime atá á dhéanamh acu. IRISH LANGUAGE COURSES FOR IRISH LANGUAGE COURSES FOR Cuirtear an clár ar fáil ag ceithre leibhéal STUDENTS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS inniúlachta sa Ghaeilge, ó thosaitheoirí go cainteoirí líofa. As part of the university’s aim of Special foundation-level courses are provided for international AN DIOPLÓMA SA promoting the Irish language, Acadamh students who wish to gain some knowledge GHAEILGE, C1 (DLÍ) na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge provides the following programmes for undergraduate of the Irish language and culture. The Is clár páirtaimseartha dhá bhliain é seo and postgraduate students who wish to Diploma in Irish (Level A2) is also suitable do mhic léinn atá ag déanamh staidéir learn Irish or to improve their ability in the for such students. ar an Dlí. Is féidir le mic léinn an clár seo language while at university. For further information, contact: a dhéanamh i dteannta an ghnáthchláir AN DIOPLÓMA SA GHAEILGE céime/iarchéime atá á dhéanamh acu. t. +353 91 493 616 (LEVELS A2, B1, B2, C1) e. [email protected] Le tuilleadh eolais a fháil faoi na Dioplómaí seo, téigh i dteagmháil le hOifig an This is a two-year, part-time programme COURSES IN THE GAELTACHT Dioplóma in Áras na Gaeilge. that can be undertaken by students in addition to their degree or postgraduate An tAcadamh organises courses in its t. +353 91 495 248 course. The programme is offered at four Gaeltacht centres for students who wish to r. [email protected] different levels of competence in Irish, from improve their Irish and gain experience of CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE DO MHIC beginner to fluent. life in the Gaeltacht. For further information LÉINN IDIRNÁISIÚNTA on these courses, contact Áras na Gaeilge. Reáchtáiltear cúrsaí speisialta bonnleibhéil t. +353 91 495248 do mhic léinn idirnáisiúnta ar mian leo e. [email protected] roinnt eolais a fháil maidir leis an nGaeilge Registered students in NUI Galway receive agus cultúr na hÉireann. Tá an Dioplóma a substantial discount on fees for these sa Ghaeilge (Leibhéal A2) ar fáil do na mic language courses. léinn seo chomh maith. t. +353 91 493 616 r. [email protected]

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CÉN FÁTH A ROGHNÓFÁ AN CÚRSA SEO? GY122 Clár léinn beoga sna meáin chumarsáide agus sa Ghaeilge is ea an BA (Cumarsáid & Gaeilge). Tá meascán tomhaiste ann den staidéar acadúil BA (Cumarsáid agus den oiliúint phraiticiúil san iriseoireacht, sa léiriú físe agus raidió, sa agus Gaeilge) chraoltóireacht agus sna hilmheáin, chomh maith le staidéar ar theanga agus ar litríocht na Gaeilge Ceann de phríomhaidhmeanna an chláir théagartha seo is ea forbairt a dhéanamh ar na scileanna criticiúla agus anailíseacha a theastaíonn chun bheith i do ‘chleachtóir machnamhach’ sna meáin Tugann an cúrsa seo deis iontach do mhic léinn taithí oibre den chéad scoth a fháil i réimse na meán in Éirinn.

SONRAÍ AN CHÚRSA LEAGAN AMACH AN CHÚRSA SOCRÚCHÁN OIBRE I MBLIAIN A TRÍ

Cód CAO: GY122 BLIAIN A HAON I rith an chéad seimeastair de Bhliain a Trí, beidh tú lonnaithe ar champas Léibhéal an Chúrsa: 8 • Scéalaíocht Dhigiteach • Machnamh Criticiúil agus Láithreoireacht Gaeltachta OÉ Gaillimh ar an gCeathrú Fad: 4 bliana • Litríocht agus Cultúr na Gaeilge Rua i gConamara. Sa dara seimeastar beidh deis agat taithí luachmhar a fháil mar Íosphointí Iontrála 2019: 308 • Bunús na hIriseoireachta • Na Meáin agus an tSochaí intéirneach le comhlacht meán nó caidrimh Íosghráid A-Leibhéal: • An Teanga Bheo phoiblí, nó tabhairt faoi thréimhse thar lear. Féach www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Bíonn intéirneacht d’ardchaighdeán ar fáil BLIAIN A DÓ le TG4, RTÉ, RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta, Riachtanais Iontrála • Dearadh Físe na stáisiúin raidió áitiúla, comhlachtaí Ardteistiméireachta: Íosghrád H5 sa • Teicneolaíochtaí na Meán léiriúcháin teilifíse, comhlachtaí caidrimh Ghaeilge agus in ábhar eile, agus pas i • Anailís na Meán phoiblí nó eagrais eile a bhíonn ag obair gceithre ábhar eile ag leibhéal O6/H7 • Litríocht na Gaeilge 1200–1900 leis na meáin. san Ardteistiméireacht, ar a n-áirítear • An Nualitríocht NAISC IDIRNÁISIÚNTA Béarla, teanga eile agus trí ábhar eile atá • Craoltóireacht aitheanta i gcomhair iontrála. • Dlí Eiticí agus an Córas Poiblí Más maith leat na deiseanna a bhaineann Riachtanais Iontrála A-Leibhéil/ • An Gné-Alt le socrúchán oibre thar sáile a fhiosrú, GCSE: Féach ar leathanach 177 le • Teanga agus Pobal nó clár Erasmus a leanúint, cuirfear gach haghaidh eolas faoi riachtanais iontrála an • Teanga an Nua Ghaeilge i & ii comhairle ort. mháithreánaigh. BLIAIN A TRÍ DEISEANNA GAIRME Líon na Mac Léinn: 25 • Seimeastar Gaeltachta: An Tionscadal Cumarsáide Gaeltachta, An Ghaeilge Agus do chéim bainte amach agat don Scáileán, Inniúlachtaí Gairme, Teanga beidh tú oilte sa léiriú físe agus raidió, na Cumarsáide. sa chraoltóireacht, san iriseoireacht • Dara Seimeaster: Intéirneacht i chlóite agus ar-líne, sna hilmheáin gcomhlacht meán nó caidrimh phoiblí, agus i dteicneolaíochtaí digiteacha nó tréimhse thar lear. éagsúla. Freisin tugann sé deis cáilíocht mhúinteoireachta sa Ghaeilge a BLIAIN A CEATHAIR bhaint amach i ndiaidh na céime trí • Scriptscríobh staidéar iarchéime a dhéanamh. Is • Lucht Féachana na Meán bunús láidir é céim sna meáin agus sa • Dúshláin na Meán Sóisialta Ghaeilge i ngairmeacha eile freisin: sa • Litríocht na Gaeilge pholaitíocht, sa ghnó, sa bhainistíocht, • Teanga agus Pobal san earnáil neamhbhrabúis (eagraíochtaí • Iriseoireacht Fheidhmeach neamhrialtasacha agus carthanachta), • Geilleagar na Meán agus san earnáil phoiblí. • Litríocht na Gaeilge 1200–1900 • Teanga na Nua Ghaeilge iii & iv • Tionscadal Deiridh Céime

BREISOIDEACHAS B’FHÉIDIR GUR MHAITH LEAT TUILLEADH EOLAIS Páirtnéireacht nuálach le RTÉ is ea an • GY107 BA(Gaeilge agus Acadamh na hOllscolaíochtaGaeilge MA (Cleachtas Gairmiúil sna Meáin) Léann an Aistriúcháin) t. +353 86 3823220 faoina mbíonn deis eisceachtúil ag mic • GY208 Bachelor of Commerce r. [email protected] léinn tabhairt faoin staidéar acadúil ar líne (Gaeilge) g. nuigalway.ie/gy122 agus taithí oibre luachmhar a fháil san • GY101 BA (Comh-Onóracha) iriseoireacht, sa chraoltóireacht agus i gcruthú ábhair in aonaid Ghaeilge RTÉ. 83 ACADAMH NA hOLLSCOLAÍOCHTA GAEILGE

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY122 This course provides hands-on learning in journalism, screen and radio production, broadcasting, and multimedia together with a thorough BA (Cumarsáid grounding in Irish language and literature, Gaeltacht heritage and culture agus Gaeilge) A key aim of this robust programme is to develop the critical and analytical skills needed to become a ‘re� ective practitioner’ in the media This course provides students with an unrivalled opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the Irish media.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY122 YEAR ONE During the fi rst semester of third year, you will be based at the University’s Gaeltacht Course Level: 8 • Digital Storytelling • Critical Thinking and Presentation campus in An Cheathrú Rua at the heart Duration: 4 years • Irish Language Literature and Culture of the Connemara Gaeltacht. During the second semester you will either work as Minimum Entry Points 2019: 308 • Foundations of Journalism • Media and Society an intern in a media or public relations Minimum A-Level Grades: • Irish Language organisation, or study abroad. If you See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels choose the work experience option you YEAR TWO will gain invaluable industry experience in Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Video Design high-quality internships in TG4, RTÉ, RTÉ Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Media Technologies Raidió na Gaeltachta, local radio stations, Irish and Grade H5 in another subject • Media Analysis television production companies, public and passes in four other subjects at • Irish Language Literature 1200–1900 relations fi rms and other organisations 06/H7 level in the Leaving Certifi cate, • Modern Literature working with the media. including English, another language, • Broadcasting STUDY ABROAD and three other subjects recognised for • Law, Ethics and the Public Service entry purposes. • The Features Article You may also wish to consider a work A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Language and Community placement or Erasmus programme in See page 177 for matriculation entry • Modern Irish I & II another country. If you wish to explore this requirements. YEAR THREE option, we will be happy to give you every advice and assistance. Average Intake: 25 • Gaeltacht Semester: Gaeltacht Media Project, Irish for the Screen, Career Competencies, The CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Language of Communications. • Second Semester: Internship in a media or When you graduate you will be a skilled public relations organisation, or study abroad communicator with experience in screen and radio production, broadcasting and YEAR FOUR journalism. You will also have a recognised • Scriptwriting qualifi cation in Irish and will be able to teach • Media Audience Irish at second-level once you obtain a • Social Media Challenges postgraduate qualifi cation in teaching. A • Irish Language Literature degree in media and Irish is also a strong • Language and Community foundation for a career in politics, business, • Applied Journalism management, the non-profi t sector, and • The Economy of the Media the public service. • Irish Language Literature 1200–1900 • Modern Irish III & IV • Final-Year Project

FURTHER STUDY YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE The MA (Cleachtas Gairmiúil sna Meáin) • GY107 BA (Gaeilge agus Léann an Aistriúcháin) Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge is built on an innovative partnership with • GY208 Bachelor of Commerce (Gaeilge) t. +353 86 3823220 RTÉ and off ers a unique combination • GY101 BA (Joint-Honours) e. [email protected] of online academic study and on-the- w. nuigalway.ie/gy122 job work experience in journalism, broadcasting and content creation in RTÉ’s Irish-language units.

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CÉN FÁTH A ROGHNÓFÁ AN CÚRSA SEO? GY107 Tugtar deis duit sa chlár seo staidéar a dhéanamh ar dhá ábhar a bhfuil gaol nádúrtha acu lena chéile - Gaeilge agus Léann an Aistriúcháin - in aon BA (Gaeilge chéim ollscoile amháin trí Ghaeilge agus Léann an Níl Léann an Aistriúcháin le fáil mar ábhar iomlán bunchéime in aon ollscoil Aistriúcháin) eile in Éirinn ach amháin in Ollscoil na hÉireann, Gaillimh Mar gheall ar an stádas atá ag an nGaeilge anois mar theanga oi� giúil san Aontas Eorpach agus na dualgais atá ar eagraíochtaí stáit in Éirinn faoi Acht na dTeangacha Oi� giúla, beidh an-tábhacht le scileanna maithe teanga agus aistriúcháin.

SONRAÍ AN CHÚRSA LEAGAN AMACH AN CHÚRSA SOCRÚCHÁN OIBRE

Cód CAO: GY107 BLIAIN A HAON I mBliain a Trí den chlár seo téann na mic léinn ar shocrúchán oibre. Caitheann siad Leibhéal an Chúrsa: 8 • Gnéithe den Aistriúchán • Ceartúsáid na Gaeilge an tréimhse ó Mheán Fómhair go hAibreán Fad: 4 bliana • Litríocht Chomhaimseartha na Gaeilge ag obair le heagraíocht atá ag feidhmiú trí Ghaeilge, eagraíocht atá ag plé le cur Íosphointí Iontrála 2019: 330 • Bunscileanna Gramadaí • Bunscileanna Aistriúcháin chun cinn na teanga nó le comhlacht Íosghráid A-Leibhéal: • Saíocht agus Sochaí na Gaeilge aistriúcháin. Is minic gur i gceantar na Féach www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Gaillimhe a bhíonn an socrúchán oibre ar BLIAIN A DÓ siúl ach is féidir é a shocrú in áiteanna eile Riachtanais Iontrála • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna I sa tír má oireann sé sin don mhac léinn. Ardteistiméireachta: Íosghrád H3 sa • Gramadach agus Litriú na Gaeilge I DEISEANNA GAIRME Ghaeilge agus Grád H5 in ábhar eile, agus • Teanga na Nua-Ghaeilge I pas i gceithre ábhar ag leibhéal O6/H7 • An Nualitríocht I Tabharfaidh an chéim seo seans do mhic san Ardteistiméireacht, ar a n-áirítear • Litríocht na Gaeilge 1200–1900 I léinn fostaíocht a bhaint amach in earnáil Béarla, teanga eile agus ceithre ábhar atá • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna II an aistriúcháin agus in eagraíochtaí a aitheanta i gcomhair iontrála. • Stair an Aistriúcháin in Éirinn fheidhmíonn trí Ghaeilge nó eagraíochtaí a Riachtanais Iontrála A-Leibhéil/ • Cruinneas agus Saibhriú Teanga bhfuil dualgas orthu an Ghaeilge a úsáid ar GCSE: Féach ar leathanach 177 chun • Téarmeolaíocht nós: Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe; eolas a fháil faoi riachtanais iontrála an • Teanga na Nua-Ghaeilge II RTÉ agus Comhairle an Aontais Eorpaigh. mháithreánaigh. • Teanga agus Pobal I BLIAIN A TRÍ Líon na Mac Léinn: 15 • Socrúchán Oibre BLIAIN A CEATHAIR • Aistriúchán Feidhmeach Téacsanna III • Gramadach agus Litriú na Gaeilge II • Gnó an Aistriúcháin / Fotheidealú • Teanga na Nua-Ghaeilge III • Litríocht na Gaeilge I • Litríocht na Gaeilge 1200–1900 II • Eagarthóireacht agus Léamh Profaí • Tionscadal Aistriúcháin • Teanga na Nua-Ghaeilge IV • Litríocht na Gaeilge II • Teanga agus Pobal II

BREISOIDEACHAS B’FHÉIDIR GUR MHAITH LEAT TUILLEADH EOLAIS

I ndiaidh an BA, tugann roinnt mhaith dár • GY122 BA (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge) Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge mic léinn faoin MA sa Léann Teanga. Ar • GY208 Baitsiléir Tráchtála (Gaeilge) t. +353 91 493 366 an gcúrsa máistreachta sin is féidir a lán • GY101 BA (Comh-Onóracha) r. [email protected] scileanna breise a thabhairt leat anuas ar g. nuigalway.ie/gy107 an méid a bheidh foghlamtha agat ar an BA. Múintear cúrsaí ag leibhéal máistreachta freisin sa Nua-Ghaeilge agus san Ateangaireacht Chomhdhála.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY107 This course o� ers you the opportunity to study two closely related subjects - Gaeilge (Irish) and Léann an Aistriúcháin (Translation Studies) - in one BA (Gaeilge university degree through the medium of Irish agus Léann an NUI Galway is the only Irish university o� ering Léann an Aistriúcháin/ Aistriúcháin) Translation Studies as a full primary degree subject The Irish language is an o� cial language of the European Union and language requirements are placed on public sector bodies under the O� cial Languages Act. As a result, achieving a recognised quali� cation and acquiring translation skills is more important than ever.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY107 • Applied Translation I In third year, students spend the period • Irish Language Grammar and Spelling I from September to April working with a Course Level: 8 • Modern Irish Language I translation company or an organisation Duration: 4 years • Modern Literature I operating through Irish or involved in • Irish Language Literature 1200–1900 I the promotion of the language, or with a Minimum Entry Points 2019: 330 • Applied Translation II translation company. The work placements Minimum A-Level Grades: • The History of Translation in Ireland are usually in the Galway area, though they See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Linguistic Precision and Enrichment can also be arranged for other parts of the • Terminology country if this is more suitable for Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Modern Irish Language II the student. Requirements: Minimum Grade H3 in • Modern Literature II Irish and Grade H5 in another subject and • Language and the Community I CAREER OPPORTUNITIES passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 YEAR THREE With this degree students will have the level in the Leaving Certifi cate, including • Work Placement opportunity to avail of employment English and another language and four YEAR FOUR opportunities in the translation industry other subjects recognised for entry and in organisations that function through • Applied Translation III purposes. Irish or have an Irish language requirement • Irish Language Grammar and Spelling II A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: such as: RTÉ, and the • Business Aspects of Translation/Subtitling See page 177 for matriculation entry Council of the European Union. • Modern Irish Language III requirements. • Irish Language Literature I Average Intake: 15 • Irish Literature 1200–1900 II • Terminology YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Editing and Proofreading • Translation Project YEAR ONE • Modern Irish Language IV • Aspects of Translation • Irish Language Literature II • Proper Irish Usage • Language and the Community II • Contemporary Irish Language Literature • Fundamental Grammar Skills • Fundamental Translation Skills • Irish Language Sapience and Society

FURTHER STUDY YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE After the BA, many of our students • GY122 BA (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge) Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge undertake the MA sa Léann Teanga • GY208 Bachelor of Commerce (Gaeilge) t. +353 91 493 366 (MA in Language Studies). Students • GY101 BA (Joint-Honours) e. [email protected] receive advanced tuition in translation, w. nuigalway.ie/gy107 preparing them for employment opportunities in the translation market. Courses at master’s level are also available in Modern Irish and in Conference Interpreting.

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Graduate Insight

“Bhain mise an-taitneamh as an gcúrsa seo, ina raibh mé ag déanamh staidéar ar dhá ábhar a tháinig go nádúrtha lena cheile, Gaeilge agus Léann an Aistriúcháin. Cé gur fhoghlaim mé go leor sa rang agus arís nuair a bhí mé I mbun socrúchán oibre sa tríú bliain, ní dóigh liom gur thuig mé i gceart cé méad a d’fhoghlaim mé ar an gcúrsa ina iomláine go dtí go raibh deis agam an t-eolas agus na scileanna a úsáid sa saol oibre. Bhí an t-ádh ormsa gur ofráladh post dom nuair a chríochnaigh mé an cúrsa, agus is anois a thuigim cé chomh tábhachtach agus atá an cúrsa a rinne mé, agus cé mhéid a chabhróidh sé liom amach anseo.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed this course during which I studied two subjects, Irish and Translation Studies, which naturally complemented each other. Even though I learned a lot in the classroom and again while on work placement in third year, I don’t think I realised exactly how much I had learnt on the course until I got the chance to use that knowledge and those skills in the workplace. I was fortunate that I was offered a job on completing the course, and now in my new job, I realise how important my course was and the extent to which it’s going to stand to me in the future.”

Aoife Ní Chonghaile Graduate BA Gaeilge & Scileanna Aistriúcháin

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College of Business, Public Policy and Law

NUI Galway has a long history of academic excellence and is internationally recognised for nurturing high-quality, market-ready graduates in all areas of business, public policy and law. We o� er a wide range of programmes, which are all taught by sta� who are at the forefront of original thinking and innovation, ensuring you get the best student experience for your future career.

“Studying Commerce at NUI Galway allowed me to explore over nine different areas of business before eventually specialising in marketing in my final year. I can proudly say it was three very productive years, which I thoroughly enjoyed and which left me with an insatiable appetite for more!”

Lisa Hynes Marketing Communications Coordinator, Social Innovation Fund Ireland

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100+ Studying YEARS OF BUSINESS EDUCATION Commerce at @ NUI GALWAY NUI Galway

Our mission is to deliver a high-impact scholarly Marketing Management: environment in which you become a well- Provides an excellent foundation in a range of maketing topics rounded and employable business graduate. including marketing communications, brand management, market research and digital marketing planning. Led by our highly experienced faculty, we pursue an innovative teaching approach that Digital Business and Analytics: incorporates face-to-face delivery, blended Focuses on the implementation, use and management of learning, professional mentoring, student information systems within business. placements and group-based project work. If Finance: you undertake a programme from our BComm Focuses on a diverse range of contemporary topics in national portfolio you will have the opportunity to and international � nance including banking, taxation, investments develop an expertise in the following areas: and � nancial reporting. Business Law: Accounting and Performance Measurement: Focuses on the legal aspects of business. Students taking Depending on the modules chosen, signi� cant exemptions are this stream will study core aspects of the law as it relates to available to successful students in the professional accountancy commercial activity, such as Company Law. bodies’ exams. International Business: Economics and Public Policy: This stream focuses on managing people and diversity in culture Students can apply their economic theory to modules as and how to manage and lead in a global marketplace. diverse as the economics of globalisation, money and � nance and health economics. Enterprise: Human Resource Management: Students who have a strong desire to be entrepreneurial may be interested in pursuing this specialisation. Here you will receive the Focuses on the management of the human resource function in knowledge and support to succeed and innovate as entrepreneurs organisations, the nature of the employment relationship and the in a global economy. rights and obligations of the parties involved.

NUI Galway is pleased to announce that it has partnered with PwC In addition to the above-listed areas of specialisation, students on the University’s B Comm Skills may take optional modules. Examples of optional modules include: Pathway, which comprises of three • Web and Interactive Media Design modules; Skills for Success, Skills for • Brand Management Business, Innovation, Creativity & Enterprise (ICE). • Taxation • Work in a Global Context This exciting new strategic partnership focuses • Health Economics on developing students outside of their core • Operations Strategy academic work. It includes the enhancement of • Global Marketing student employability skills, building resilience, • Cross-Cultural Management • International Economics and mentoring students to understand the • Banking Law progression of ideas from concept to marketplace. • Economics of Financial Markets • Media and Marketing Communications The support from PwC, one of the world’s leading • Enterprise Systems professional services � rms, and largest graduate recruiters, will bring business expertise and valuable insights to NUI Galway students preparing them for the Irish and International workplace.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY201 This three-year degree course, with an option of a fourth year (see Global Experience below), is designed to equip you with the business Bachelor of acumen and skills to achieve career success Commerce It is a general, broad, � exible, business degree, in which students specialise in their � nal year, matching your preferred area of specialisation with your interests, skills and abilities (see description 100+ YEARS OF B COMM and course outline on page 91) AT NUI GALWAY This programme o� ers a number of exciting opportunities for industry engagement, including mentoring from industry experts, which helps students develop the practical skills that make them work ready.

COURSE FACTS INNOVATION, CREATIVITY AND studying business through English, either ENTERPRISE (ICE) A PARTNERSHIP in North America, China/Hong Kong, CAO Code: GY201 WITH BUSINESS TO DRIVE Australia or Europe (on Erasmus in, for INNOVATION WITH STUDENTS Course Level: 8 example, the Netherlands, Sweden, Final-year students are provided with France, Germany, Belgium, Denmark or the Duration: 3 years (4-year option) the opportunity to put the business UK). Students also have an opportunity to Minimum Entry Points 2019: 422 knowledge they have gained through their work as an intern on work placement for studies into practice through a module in one semester. Minimum A-Level Grades: Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise (ICE). FINAL YEAR See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Developed in conjunction with In the � nal year, students specialise in Leaving Certi� cate Entry entrepreneur Pádraig Ó Céidigh, the one of the following areas: Accounting Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in module involves partnering with local and Performance Measurement, two subjects and passes in four other business leaders to provide opportunities Economics and Public Policy, Human subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving for all students to engage in projects, Resource Management, Marketing Certi� cate, including Irish, English, requiring them to innovate in a variety Management, Digital Business and another language, Mathematics, and any of interesting areas in a business or Analytics, Finance, Business Law, two other subjects recognised for entry community setting. More than 30 local Enterprise or International Business. purposes. business and community leaders get CAREER OPPORTUNITIES A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: involved each year, mentoring students See page 177 for matriculation entry in group-based projects. ICE Group Commerce graduates are highly requirements. Coachbook won the overall Enterprise successful and sought after in all areas of Ireland Student Entrepreneur of the Year business. Currently, BComm graduates are Average Intake: 270 Award and has been named ‘College employed in high-pro� le companies such Entrepreneur of the Year 2017. as Adidas, Bank of Ireland, Coca Cola, Davy, Deloitte, ESB, Facebook, Fy� es, Google, STUDY ABROAD AND WORK Kingspan, Mars, Mazars, Ryanair, Smyths PLACEMENT - GLOBAL Toys, Sony, Toyota, GSK and Uniphar. EXPERIENCE YEAR DID YOU KNOW? Students on the three-year Commerce Our ‘Skills for Business’ module is course have the opportunity to add an delivered in partnership with the Career international experience dimension to their Development Centre. Students take degree at the end of second year, when speci� cally designed skills based activities they may apply on a competitive basis to improve employability and preparation to transfer from the three-year BComm for the workplace by developing a set of degree to the four-year BComm (Global practical and interpersonal skills that form Experience) degree. Successful applicants the basis for e� ective working life. can spend at least one semester of their “ I chose to study Commerce third year at an international university at NUI Galway as the course enabled me to establish a solid FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE foundation in different areas nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses J.E. Cairnes School of of business whilst also allowing Business and Economics YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE me to specialise in an area of t. +353 91 492612 my interest.” • GY202 Bachelor of Commerce e. [email protected] Cara Hegarty (International with French) w. nuigalway.ie/gy201 Management Consultant, Accenture • GY209 Bachelor of Commerce (Global Experience) • GY250 Law and Business

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY209 Students on this course are guaranteed a work placement and/or study Bachelor of abroad opportunity in their third year NUI Galway is partnering with Deloitte on this course. As part of the Commerce partnership, Deloitte will provide travel bursaries over � ve years to (Global Experience) support students while studying abroad In the � nal year, students specialise in one of the following areas: Accounting and Performance Measurement, Economics and Public Policy, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Digital Business and Analytics, Finance, Business Law, Enterprise or International Business.

COURSE FACTS • Information and Operations Management WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY209 • Plus two optional modules from the following: Students have the opportunity to · International Financial Reporting I undertake a semester long - 6 months Course Level: 8 · Introduction to Financial Economics work placement in Year 3. It equips Duration: 4 years · Economics of Public Policy graduates to work internationally or work · The Psychology of Consumer Behaviour in multinational business environments Minimum Entry Points 2019: 509 · Information Systems and Project with a well-regarded, internationally Minimum A-Level Grades: Management recognised degree. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels · Advanced Statistical Methods for Business · Entrepreneurial Venture Development Some of our work placement partners Leaving Certi� cate Entry · Business Law II include: DHKN, Corrib Oil, Grant Thornton, Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two · Doing Business in China—Chinese KPMG, Accenture, Abbott, Wayfair, ESB subjects and passes in four other subjects Language and Culture I Group, Medtronic, Shelbourne Hotel, at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, YEAR THREE Boston Scientific, Alkermes, PwC, including Irish, English, another language, Aviva, Aerogen, Zurich, Creganna • One semester studying abroad in North Mathematics, and any two other subjects to name but a few. America, Australia, China/Hong Kong or Europe recognised for entry purposes. and one semester of work placement in Ireland, STUDY ABROAD A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: or In Year 3 students choose to spend either See page 177 for matriculation entry • Full academic year of study abroad half the year on an international requirements. YEAR FOUR work placement programme and the Average Intake: 65 • Business Strategy other half studying abroad or the full year • Ireland in the Global Economy studying abroad. COURSE STRUCTURE • Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility For students abroad, tuition is through BCOMM AND BCOMM (GLOBAL • Innovation: Creativity and Enterprise English and they can study both business EXPERIENCE) • Specialise in a business discipline/stream: and non-business modules. · Accounting and Performance Measurement YEAR ONE · Economics and Public Policy EXAMPLES OF STUDY ABROAD • Principles of Microeconomics/ · Human Resource Management PARTNERS INCLUDE: Macroeconomics · Digital Business and Analytics • University of California, USA • Introduction to Management Accounting/ · Marketing Management • Kobe University, Japan Financial Accounting · Finance • , Denmark • Business Information Systems and Information · Business Law • Villanova University, Pennsylvania, USA Management for Business · Entrepreneurship • American University, Washington DC, USA • Mathematics and Statistics for Business · International Business • , The Netherlands • Foundations of Marketing Thought • EBS Business School, Germany • Management and Enterprise • Fordham University, New York, USA • Choice between a language (Spanish, • Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium German, or Gaeilge) or Skills for Success • HKUST, Hong Kong and Business Law I • Burgundy School of Business, France YEAR TWO • University of Halmstad, Sweden • Skills for Business • Université du Québec à Montréal, Canada • Inferential Statistical Methods for Business • Troyes University, France • Marketing Management • Hochschule Pforzheim, Germany FURTHER STUDY • Organisational Psychology • Pusan National University, Korea • Applied Microeconomics for Business nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses • University of Technology, Sydney, Australia • Management Accounting I YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUR MORE • Business Finance I • Employment Relations • GY201 Bachelor of Commerce J.E. Cairnes School of • Macroeconomics and the Business • GY204 Bachelor of Commerce Business and Economics (International with Spanish) Environment t. +353 91 492612 • GY207 Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy209 93 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY202 This exciting four-year course in Commerce with French, will allow you to develop your language skills and live abroad while gaining valuable Bachelor of insights into international business and culture Commerce It is the ideal international quali� cation for students who want to build an exciting career in another country or in an international � rm, or who (International wish to signi� cantly expand their career choices with French) In third year, students spend a year abroad studying modules in languages and business at an approved university.

COURSE FACTS · Management STUDY ABROAD · CAO Code: GY202 Marketing In third year, students spend a year · Statistics abroad studying modules in languages Course Level: 8 · Business Information Systems and business at an approved university. Duration: 4 years YEAR THREE Students have the opportunity to study abroad at some of the world’s most elite Minimum Entry Points 2019: 484 • In year three, students spend both academic semesters taking modules in French language universities and business schools, and gain Minimum A-Level Grades: and business at partner institutions in an alternative perspective on education in See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Bordeaux, Clermont-Ferrand, Marseille, another country. In year three, students spend both academic semesters taking Leaving Certi� cate Entry Strasbourg, Montpellier and Toulouse. modules in French language and business Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two YEAR FOUR at partner institutions in Bordeaux, subjects and passes in four other subjects • Ireland in the Global Economy Clermont-Ferrand, Marseille, Strasbourg, at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility Montpellier and Toulouse. Studying abroad including Irish, English, another language, • Business Strategy will enable you build a network of global Mathematics, and any two other subjects • Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise connections, signi� cantly enhance your recognised for entry purposes. • French personal pro� le and foster a heightened In addition: H3 in French is required • Plus the opportunity to choose modules sense of intercultural awareness. from the following areas: A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Accounting and Performance Measurement CAREER OPPORTUNITIES See page 177 for matriculation entry · Economics and Public Policy requirements. Graduates are high achievers and go on · Human Resource Management to work in all areas of the business world, Average Intake: 15 · Digital Business and Analytics being particularly successful in obtaining · Marketing Management graduate placements in the biggest and · Finance · most prestigious � rms. YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR Business Law · International Business Our students acquire a high level of YEAR ONE · Entrepreneurship communication skills, � nding employment • Principles of Microeconomics/ WHY STUDY FRENCH? in a wide variety of situations, both in Macroeconomics Ireland and abroad, including education, • Introduction to Management Accounting/ French is one of the most widely spoken administration, media, marketing, Financial Accounting languages in the world, both as a � rst translation and interpreting.Graduates of • Business Information Systems and Information language, mainly in Europe and North this programme have found employment in: • Management for Business America, and as a second language globally, EU institutions, accounting, management • Mathematics and Statistics for Business including many parts of Africa. consultancy, marketing, human resource management, � nance (including banking & • Foundations of Marketing Thought Students of French acquire a high level of insurance), and economic policy advisory • Management and Enterprise written and spoken skills so that they can services. • French communicate accurately and e� ectively. YEAR TWO Many pursue post-graduate studies both We teach written and oral language courses, in Ireland and in France and some take • French literature, civilisation, linguistics, and advantage of opportunities to live and work in • Inferential Statistical Methods for Business other modules which develop students’ France or another French speaking country. • Marketing Management understanding of French and Francophone • Applied Microeconomics for Business culture. • Management Accounting I • Organisational Psychology FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • Business Finance I or Employment Relations • Macroeconomics and the Business nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses J.E. Cairnes School of • Environment or Business Law I YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Business and Economics Plus one optional module from the following: · t. +353 91 492612 Accounting • GY 203 Bachelor of Commerce · e. [email protected] Economics (International with German) w. nuigalway.ie/gy202 • GY204 Bachelor of Commerce 94 (International with Spanish) COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY203 The BComm International (German) is a designated four-year degree programme with the language and social, cultural and business elements Bachelor of forming a substantial part of the course Commerce Commerce/German graduates are highly attractive to and sought after by Irish and German employers (International In third year, students spend a year abroad studying modules in with German) languages and business at an approved university. Students on the BComm International with German programme can study in Bochum, Göttingen, Nürnberg, Bamberg, Trier or Steyr/Austria during the 3rd year at of their studies.

COURSE FACTS YEAR THREE STUDY ABROAD CAO Code: GY203 • Students follow modules in languages and Students on the BComm International business studies at a university in Germany German programme can study in Bochum, Course Level: 8 or Austria Göttingen, Nürnberg, Bamberg, Trier or Duration: 4 years YEAR FOUR Steyr/Austria during the 3rd year at of • Ireland in the Global Economy their studies. The year abroad is regarded Minimum Entry Points 2019: 489 • Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility as one of the highlights of the student Minimum A-Level Grades: • Business Strategy experience at NUI Galway. Not only will See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise students achieve a high level of � uency • German and improve their communication skills but Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Plus the opportunity to choose modules from they will also experience a new country and Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two the following areas: culture. Employers value the year abroad subjects and passes in four other subjects · Accounting and Performance Measurement experience very highly and rate intercultural at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, · Economics and Public Policy communication skills as among the most including Irish, English, another language, · Human Resource Management preferable skills in Commerce graduates. Mathematics, and any two other subjects · Digital Business and Analytics recognised for entry purposes. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES · Marketing Management In addition: H4 in German is required · Finance In general, students of the BComm A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Business Law International German programme are See page 177 for matriculation entry · International Business employed in a variety of areas such as requirements. · Entrepreneurship banking, marketing, HR management, accounting, creative and media industries, Average Intake: 15 WHY STUDY COMMERCE AND GERMAN IN NUI GALWAY? travel and tourism, diplomatic service, corporate sector etc. At present, graduates YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • The course is especially designed for work internationally for the European Central YEAR ONE Commerce students and focuses on aspects Bank (Frankfurt), the European Commission like social, cultural and business studies of the (Brussels), Adidas (Germany), Siemens • Principles of Microeconomics/ Macroeconomics German-speaking world. (Munich), Mercedes (Stuttgart), Aer Lingus • Introduction to Management Accounting/ • Students develop transferable skills, including (Bahrain). In Ireland graduates are employed Financial Accounting communication and presentation skills, written by Canada Life, Lidl, Aldi, A.M.O., SAP, Google, • Business Information Systems and Information expression, as well as intercultural and applied Hewlett Packard, Deutsche Bank, KPMG as • Management for Business language skills, which are highly valued by well as the public sector. Graduates of the • Mathematics and Statistics for Business employers. BComm International German programme • Foundations of Marketing Thought • The small class size allows students to actively enjoy a high employability rate as there is • Management and Enterprise participate in role-plays, discussion groups, web- a severe shortage of German language • German based projects and team-work. The curriculum graduates in Ireland and the UK. YEAR TWO puts speci� c emphasis on contemporary topics • German and the work with authentic materials from • Inferential Statistical Methods for Business newspapers, magazines and web resources. • Marketing Management • The German language option is also open • Applied Microeconomics for Business to � rst year students of the general BComm • Management Accounting I programme at Beginners and Advanced level. • Organisational Psychology Students who pass their � rst year German • Business Finance I or Employment Relations FURTHER STUDY • Macroeconomics and the Business nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses • Environment or Business Law I Plus one optional module from the following: DID YOU KNOW? FIND OUR MORE · Accounting • German is an optional module available on Year J.E. Cairnes School of · Economics 1 of the BComm and BComm Global Experience Business and Economics · Management programmes. Transfer opportunities are · Marketing t. +353 91 492612 available on a competitive basis into the BComm · Statistics e. [email protected] International with German following successful · Business Information Systems w. nuigalway.ie/gy203 completion of Year 1. 95 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY204 The BComm International (Spanish) is a designated four-year degree programme with the language and social, cultural and business elements Bachelor of forming a substantial part of the course Commerce Spanish is the o� cial language of 21 countries, and has a signi� cant presence in many others – there are more than 20 million Spanish (International speakers in the USA alone with Spanish) The number of Spanish speakers worldwide is increasing year after year. Spanish is one of the major languages of international business and communication.

COURSE FACTS · Economics WHY STUDY COMMERCE AND · Management SPANISH IN NUI GALWAY? CAO Code: GY204 · Marketing Regular exercises in written Spanish and · Course Level: 8 Statistics weekly spoken language sessions develop · Duration: 4 years Business Information Systems an active command of the language with an YEAR THREE emphasis on the business world. Courses Minimum Entry Points 2019: 484 • Students follow modules in languages and are also o� ered in di� erent aspects of Minimum A-Level Grades: business studies at a university in Spain, Chile, social and economic life in Spain such See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels or Mexico. as government structure, economic YEAR FOUR sectors and cases of successful Spanish Leaving Certi� cate Entry companies. Business subjects are taught Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Ireland in the Global Economy through English. subjects and passes in four other subjects • Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Business Strategy STUDY ABROAD including Irish, English, another language, • Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise In the Third Year students follow courses Mathematics, and any two other subjects • Spanish in Spanish and in the area of business recognised for entry purposes. • Plus the opportunity to choose modules from studies at a university in Spain, Mexico In addition, H4 in a modern European the following areas: and Chili. Their studies are supervised · language other than Irish or English Accounting and Performance Measurement by their coordinator in Spanish at NUI · is required. Economics and Public Policy Galway and by coordinators in our partner · Human Resource Management universities. Students � nd this year A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Digital Business and Analytics stimulating and enjoyable; working side See page 177 for matriculation entry · Marketing Management by side with Spanish-speaking students requirements. · Finance they bene� t greatly, both intellectually and · Average Intake: 15 Business Law personally, from the experience. Students · International Business may be attached to one of the following · Entrepreneurship YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR universities: Alcalá de Henares, Deusto “The three biggest bene� ts (Bilbao), Granada, León, Salamanca, YEAR ONE travelling to Chile 1) I have Valencia and Valladolid in Spain, FEN in • Principles of Microeconomics/ friends all over the world and Santiago de Chile or UNAM in Mexico City. Macroeconomics have a greater understanding CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Introduction to Management Accounting/ of each culture 2) My Spanish Financial Accounting has improved drastically! Graduates can follow careers in a variety • Business Information Systems and Information 3) I had three months to of areas such as marketing, banking, • Management for Business travel through South America, visiting accounting and related � elds. The added • Mathematics and Statistics for Business Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil bonus of the language can facilitate • Foundations of Marketing Thought and Argentina. Words can’t describe how employment in Spanish multinationals in • Management and Enterprise incredible that was.” Ireland, and of course in international Irish • Spanish companies that deal with Spanish and Latin Aidan O’Sullivan-Ryan Private Equity American customers. YEAR TWO & Real Estate Financial Auditor at Deloitte • Spanish • Inferential Statistical Methods for Business FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • Marketing Management nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses • Applied Microeconomics for Business J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics • Management Accounting I DID YOU KNOW? • Organisational Psychology t. +353 91 492612 • Spanish is an optional module available on Year 1 • Business Finance I or Employment Relations e. [email protected] of the BComm and BComm Global Experience • Macroeconomics and the Business w. nuigalway.ie/gy204 • Environment or Business Law I programmes. Transfer opportunities are • Plus one optional module from the following: available on a competitive basis into the BComm · Accounting International with Spanish following successful completion of Year 1.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY206 This four-year degree course examines the use and management Bachelor of of technology in business environments The course is fully accredited by the European Foundation for Science Management Development (EPAS), meaning the degree meets the (Business highest international standards for management education The majority of graduates will have an employment o� er even Information before they graduate. Systems)

COURSE FACTS • Decision Modelling and Analytics that the skills, methodologies and • Plus one of the following: CAO Code: GY206 theories that you learn are consistent · Marketing Principles with industry needs. Recent placements Course Level: 8 · Skills for Business have included SAP, Dell, OnePageCRM Duration: 4 years YEAR THREE and EY. • Management STUDY ABROAD Minimum Entry Points 2019: 431 • Applied Systems Analysis Business Information Systems students Minimum A-Level Grades: • E-Business Technologies have the option to study abroad in our See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Advanced Database Technologies partner universities in year 2. Some of • Networks and Communications our partners include Hong Kong University Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Professional Experience Programme of Science and Technology, Kogod School Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Contemporary Project Management subjects and passes in four other subjects of Business (Washington DC, USA), YEAR FOUR at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, Montana State University (USA), Lehigh including Irish, English, another language, • Business Intelligence and Analytics University (NY, USA), and ESC Rennes Mathematics, and any two other subjects • Information Systems Strategy and Planning (France). This opportunity is o� ered recognised for entry purposes. • International Business on a competitive basis. • Work in a Global Context CAREER OPPORTUNITIES A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Advanced Research Topics in Information See page 177 for matriculation entry Systems (IS) There are excellent career opportunities requirements. • User Experience Design for BIS graduates with many students Average Intake: 40 receiving employment o� ers prior to WORK PLACEMENT graduation. Graduates are currently YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR The Business Information Systems employed in companies such as Google, Industry Engagement Initiative includes Accenture, Dell, Deloitte, Microsoft, SAP, YEAR ONE a paid work placement, site visits to Intel, Cisco and Storm. Your degree will • Introduction to Management Accounting leading multinational companies and our have a particular relevance for start-up • Principles of Microeconomics membership of the SAP and Microsoft enterprises, telecommunications, • Business Information Systems (BIS) University Alliance provides our students software companies, management • Business Systems Analysis with access to the latest industry software consultancy and business and • Information Systems Technology while our Industry Advisory Board ensures � nancial industries. • Business Application Development I • Introduction to Financial Accounting “I chose to study Business Information Systems at NUI • Principles of Macroeconomics Galway because of the wide range of topics and career • Cybersecurity options that it o� ered. I was exposed to a wide variety of • Business Systems Design and Implementation • Business Data Communications subjects which allowed me to � nd my strengths and areas • Business Application Development II of interest. This suited me because I didn’t know what kind YEAR TWO of job or career I wanted to pursue. The industry experience • Quantitative Techniques for Business was an invaluable feature of this degree.” • Management Accounting I Kathleen Garrity, Adwords Community & Social Manager, Google • Web and Interactive Media Design • Database Technologies FURTHER STUDY • Advanced Application Development I nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses • Implementing Digital Innovation FIND OUT MORE • Business Finance I YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE • Enterprise Systems J.E. Cairnes School of • Information and Operations Management • GY207 Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) Business and Economics • GY124 BA (Arts with Data Science) • Advanced Application Development II t. +353 91 492612 • GY350 BSc (Computer Science and e. [email protected] Information Technology) w. nuigalway.ie/gy206

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY207 We are recognised by all of the professional accounting bodies and have Bachelor of secured the maximum exemptions available in any Irish University or IT This course combines a broad-based business education with the Commerce advantages of a specialist course for those interested in a career in (Accounting) accounting or a related discipline Incorporating Optional Students particularly like the small class size, which enables them Global Experience Year to build a close network of friendship and support.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY207 • International Financial Reporting II and III All students have the option to complete • Management Accounting I an approved accounting internship in the Course Level: 8 • Auditing, Assurance and Governance summer following their second year and Duration: 3 years (4 years with Global • Inferential Statistical Methods for Business can use their internship experience as a Experience option) • Applied Microeconomics for Business full module credit, Accounting Internship • Macroeconomics and the Business Module, in Semester 1 of their � nal year. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 486 Environment Students opting to transfer to the B Comm Minimum A-Level Grades: • Business Finance I (Accounting–Global Experience) degree See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Information and Operations Management • Business Law II can spend a second semester in a work Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Skills for Business placement with a professional accountancy Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Plus one optional subject from the practice or in the accounting function of a subjects and passes in four other subjects following areas: suitable business or public sector body. at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, · Economics and Finance STUDY ABROAD including Irish, English, another language, · Management and Human Relations Mathematics, and any two other subjects · Marketing Interested students meeting minimum recognised for entry purposes. Additional · Statistics for Business academic criteria can apply to transfer Requirements: A H4 in Accounting is also · Doing Business in China from the three year B Comm (Accounting) a requirement. OPTIONAL GLOBAL EXPERIENCE YEAR degree to the four-year B Comm (Accounting–Global Experience) degree A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • One semester studying abroad in the on a competitive basis. Successful See page 177 for matriculation entry USA, Europe or Asia applicants will spend one semester of requirements. • One semester on professional work placement third year at a university studying business FINAL YEAR Average Intake: 35 through English–in Europe, America or • Advanced Financial Accounting further a� eld. • Management Accounting II and III CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Taxation I and II • Business Finance II We pride ourselves in maintaining strong YEAR ONE • Advanced Business Law links with the top professional accountancy • Introduction to Management Accounting • Innovation: Creativity and Enterprise practices, domestic and international, and • Introduction to Financial Reporting • Plus four optional modules from the our graduates are consistently successful • Principles of Microeconomics/ following areas: in securing employment as trainee Macroeconomics · Economics and Finance accountants. Our graduates also � nd • Information Management for Business · Management and Human Relations employment in � nancial services, taxation, • Mathematics and Statistics for Business · Marketing public sector, banking, manufacturing and • Business Law I · Doing Business in China other industries. • Skills for Success · Operations/Logistics • Management and Enterprise · Information Systems • Foundations of Marketing Thought · Law · Accounting Internship

FURTHER STUDY YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE nuigalway.ie/courses/taught- • GY209 Bachelor of Commerce J.E. Cairnes School of postgraduate-courses/accounting. (Global Experience) Business and Economics html • GY201 Bachelor of Commerce t. +353 91 492308 • GY262 Bachelor of Commerce e. [email protected] (International Hotel Management) w. nuigalway.ie/gy207

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY208 This fantastic four-year course in Commerce includes the study of the Irish language, allowing students to develop their language skills while Bachelor of gaining valuable insights into business and culture Commerce In third year, students undertake a semester-long work placement in (Gaeilge) an Irish-speaking environment This course satis� es all of the Irish subject requirements for students who want to pursue careers as secondary school teachers.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT • Gaeilge CAO Code: GY208 In third year, students partake in a • Inferential Statistical Methods for Business semester-long internship in an Irish- Course Level: 8 • Marketing Management speaking environment. Acadamh na • Applied Microeconomics for Business Duration: 4 years hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge will organise this • Management Accounting I invaluable work experience. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 473 • Organisational Psychology • Business Finance I or Employment Relations Students will be placed with either Údarás Minimum A-Level Grades: • Macroeconomics and the Business na Gaeltachta, one of their 400 client See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Environment or Business Law I companies in various sectors, or other host Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Plus one optional module from the following: organisations. Previous host organisations Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two · Accounting have included Gaillimh le Gaeilge, Foras na subjects and passes in four other subjects · Economics Gaeilge and Conradh na Gaeilge. at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate, · Management GAELTACHT SEMESTER including Irish, English, another language, · Marketing Mathematics, and any two other subjects · Statistics Students will spend a full semester recognised for entry purposes. Additional · Business Information Systems studying in Áras Mháirtín Uí Chadhain, an Requirements: A H4 in Gaeilge is also a YEAR THREE NUI Galway centre in An Cheathrú Rua. requirement. • Year three of the programme is divided Students of the BComm le Gaeilge will be A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: between a 30 ECTS internship programme in entitled to the accommodation allowance See page 177 for matriculation entry an Irish-speaking environment and 30 ECTS provided by the Department of Culture, requirements. of Irish-medium studies at NUI Galway’s Heritage and the Gaeltacht, and this, Gaeltacht campus in An Cheathrú Rua. along with a contribution from Acadamh na Average Intake: 15 YEAR FOUR hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, will allow them to stay with host families • Ireland in the Global Economy YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR (full accommodation and meals) for the • Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility 12 weeks of the semester at a cost of just YEAR ONE • Business Strategy €420 per student. • Innovation: Creativity and Enterprise • Principles of Microeconomics/ • Gaeilge CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Macroeconomics • Plus the opportunity to choose modules from • Introduction to Management Accounting/ It is likely that graduates of this programme the following areas: Financial Accounting will � nd employment in the public · Accounting and Performance Measurement • Business Information Systems and Information sector, teaching, Gaeltacht institutions, · Economics and Public Policy Management for Business accounting, management consultancy, · Human Resource Management • Mathematics and Statistics for Business marketing, human resource management, · Digital Business and Analytics • Foundations of Marketing Thought � nance (including banking and insurance), · Marketing Management • Management and Enterprise and economic policy advisory services. · Finance • Gaeilge · Business Law · International Business · Entrepreneurship

FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE nuigalway.ie/cairnes/courses J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics IRISH TEACHING COUNCIL YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE REQUIREMENTS t. +353 91 492612 • GY202 Bachelor of Commerce (International) e. [email protected] This degree is designed to allow • GY122 BA (Cumarsáid agus Gaeilge) w. nuigalway.ie/gy208 graduates to teach both business related • GY250 Law and Business subjects and Gaeilge at second level once they have acquired a teaching quali� cation and meet the Teaching Council’s subject speci� c requirements. 99 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

Graduate Insight

“I chose to study Commerce in NUI Galway because I loved the broad range of subjects that it covers in three years. I was initially unsure of which path to take, but having the first two years to get a taste of all aspects of business was extremely worthwhile. I chose to stream into marketing for my final year and loved every minute of it. If you want to pursue business but are in any way unsure about what area you want branch in to, then this is the course for you. I choose NUI Galway, not only because of its outstanding reputation, but also because of the emphasis it puts on extra curricular involvement on campus. It has provided me with the opportunity to develop key skills for business and indeed life while also providing soft skills that can be used in any job! I got the opportunity to study for a semester in America, as well as working in a company for six months as part of the Global Experience which has helped me immensely since graduating.”

Laura Beirne, BComm Account Executive for British Airways at TRO

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY261 Since 1951, Shannon College of Hotel Management has maintained a Bachelor of 100% student employment record every year on graduation day This is the perfect quali� cation for a student who is interested in a global Business Studies profession that is varied, unpredictable, exciting and challenging, with (International Hotel boundless opportunities for career growth and progression This degree programme o� ers a combination of business studies, Management) practical learning and 21 months of international work placement.

LOCATION: SHANNON COLLEGE, CO. CLARE

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT A 12-month paid, professional work placement Shannon College has strong partnerships CAO CODE: GY261 in leading European hotels (France, Switzerland, with industry, working with over 100 hotels Course Level: 8 Spain, Luxembourg, Belgium, Germany, the UK across 16 countries worldwide. Students and Ireland) to reinforce practical training in Duration: 4 years and 9 months will spend a total of 21 months on paid work Year 1, develop language skills and build placement in the hotel industry during their Minimum Entry Points 2019: 486 knowledge of industry practice. course, gaining invaluable international *including interview points YEAR THREE experience within the hotel industry See: www.shannoncollege.com • Food and Beverage 2 while also improving their language and for more details. • Business Skills Development communication skills. • Hospitality and Business Law Minimum A-Level Grades: For details CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Rooms Division Management contact Shannon College of Hotel • Economics for Hospitality The college’s unrivalled employment Management +353 (61) 712 590 • Information Technology for Business record is testament to the quality of Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Human Resource Management Shannon College graduates, their Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Business Finance readiness for industry, the structured two subjects and Minimum Grade 06/H7 • Management Accounting 1 work placements and the strong links with in four subjects in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Principles of Marketing industry. Our graduates are employed all which must include; Irish, English, another • Language 2 over the world by some of the most elite language, Mathematics and any two other YEAR FOUR hotel groups. subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Strategic Management and Hotel Simulation (National University of Ireland language • Performance Management and Cost Control exemptions are accepted) • Head of College Key Note Speaker Programme A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Marketing Management For details please contact Shannon • International Human Resource Management College of Hotel Management • Revenue Management +353 (61) 712 590 • Entrepreneurship • Principles of Tourism Average Intake: 85 • Applied Research Methods • Plus electives YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR END OF YEAR FOUR: TRAINEE YEAR ONE MANAGEMENT WORK PLACEMENT • Food and Beverage 1 At the end of Year Four, students commence • Culinary Kitchen Practical a trainee management work placement for at • Restaurant Service Practical least nine months until graduation. International • Accommodation Services hotel companies visit Shannon College to recruit • Information Technology/ students onto management development Front O� ce Operations programmes or as direct hires in properties • HACCP and Food Science around the world. • Language 1 • Skills for Work Life YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Introduction to Management Accounting • Introduction to Financial Accounting • GY261 Bachelor of Commerce (International Shannon College of Hotel • Principles of Management Hotel Management) Management, A College of NUI Galway, • Quantitative Methods • GY209 Bachelor of Commerce Shannon Airport, Co. Clare. (Global Experience) t. +353 61 712590 • GY204 Bachelor of Commerce International e. [email protected] (Spanish) w. www.shannoncollege.com

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY262 This course incorporates a year of studies at the NUI Galway campus Bachelor of in the fourth year Students will develop a unique set of skills combining professional Commerce practical training, language development, hands-on work experience in the international hotel industry and extensive commerce theory (International Hotel specialising in a chosen business � eld Management) This is a very unique and versatile quali� cation, perfect for a student who is interested in a career in the international hotel industry or business. LOCATION: SHANNON COLLEGE, CO. CLARE

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR END OF YEAR FOUR: TRAINEE MANAGEMENT WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY262 YEAR ONE At the end of Year Four, students commence Course Level: 8 • Food and Beverage 1 a trainee management work placement for at • Culinary Kitchen Practical least nine months until graduation. International Duration: 4 years and 9 months • Restaurant Service Practical hotel companies visit Shannon College to recruit Minimum Entry Points 2018: 671 • Accommodation Services students onto management development *including interview points. • Information Technology/ programmes or as direct hires in properties Front O� ce Operations around the world. See: www.shannoncollege.com • HACCP and Food Science WORK PLACEMENT for more details. • Language 1 Minimum A-Level Grades: For details • Skills for Work Life Shannon College has strong partnerships contact Shannon College of Hotel • Introduction to Management Accounting with industry, working with over 100 Management +353 (61) 712 590 • Introduction to Financial Accounting hotels across 16 countries worldwide. • Principles of Management Students will work for a total of 21 months Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Quantitative Methods during their degree programme, gaining Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR TWO invaluable international experience within two subjects and Minimum Grade O6/H7 A 12-month paid, professional placement in the hotel industry while also improving their in four subjects in the Leaving Certi� cate, language and communication skills. which must include: Irish, English, another leading European hotels (France, Switzerland, language, Mathematics and any two Spain, Luxembourg, Belgium, Germany, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES the UK and Ireland) to reinforce practical training in other subjects recognised for entry Shannon College of Hotel Management Year 1, develop language skills purposes. (National University of Ireland has maintained a 100% student and build knowledge of industry practice. language exemptions are accepted) employment record every year on YEAR THREE A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: graduation day. This unrivalled record For details contact Shannon College of • Rooms Division Management is testament to the quality of Shannon Hotel Management +353 (61) 712590 • Economics for Hospitality College graduates, their readiness for • Managerial Economics industry, the structured work placements Average Intake: 15 • Human Resource Management and the strong links with industry. • Business Finance • Management Accounting 1 • Marketing Principles • Language 2 YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE • Food and Beverage 2 • Mathematics for Business • GY261 Bachelor of Business Studies • Financial Accounting 1 or (International Hotel Management) Information Technology for Business • GY209 Bachelor of Commerce YEAR FOUR (AT NUI GALWAY CAMPUS) (Global Experience) • Core Business Modules • GY202 Bachelor of Commerce • Plus specialise in 1 business discipline International (French) · Accounting and Performance Measurement · Economics and Public Policy FIND OUT MORE · Human Resources Management · Shannon College of Hotel Digital business and Analytics · Management, A College of NUI Galway, Marketing Management · Shannon Airport, Co. Clare. Finance · International Business t. +353 61 712590 · Enterprise e. [email protected] · Language (French/German/Spanish) w. www.shannoncollege.com

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Graduate Insight Shannon College of Hotel Management

“ I can honestly say that graduating from Shannon College of Hotel Management has been the highlight of my life and receiving my acceptance letter was a close second. Shannon College of Hotel Management is unlike any other college when it comes to preparing one for a future in the hospitality industry. I spent my time in Shannon College surrounded by people with true passion for hospitality and business. I learned from incredibly enthusiastic and generous lecturers who passed on years of industry knowledge and experience. This unique environment encouraged me to grow as an individual and develop an indispensable skillset. The reputation of Shannon College of Hotel Management is supported by the success of the alumni, they go on to become true ambassadors for the college and leaders in the hospitality industry and other areas. When graduating from Shannon College, you receive much more than a degree, you also gain ‘a unique passport to the world’, providing you with the ability and expertise to work worldwide. Shannon College paved a route for me to begin a very exciting career in the hospitality industry which has led me to work in many incredible hotels in some of the world’s fastest paced cities. I spent my second year working in Ritz Carlton’s Hotel Arts Barcelona. I am now working in The Lotte New York Palace, where I have recently been promoted to Banquet and Beverage Manager. I feel confident that the skills I’ve gained at Shannon College of Hotel Management have prepared me thoroughly for a bright future in hospitality. “

Clive Ashe (Graduate 2018) BBS (International Hotel Management) The Lotte New York Palace Banquet and Beverage Manager

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School of Law

Established in 1849, the School of Law at NUI Galway delivers innovative legal education in a dynamic school dedicated to impactful, high quality teaching and legal research, all delivered in a supportive and intellectually challenging environment. Law at NUI Galway hosts the internationally renowned Irish Centre for Human Rights and the Centre for Disability Law & Policy; both centres have established reputations as world leaders in their � elds. The School is passionate about research that meets the highest standards of scholarship, informs student learning and engages with current societal challenges, impacting public debate and informing government policy. We strive to foster a strong community of students and graduates through our student Law Society and Alunmi networks.

Lorraine McInerney Bachelor of Arts with Human Rights, Third-year student.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY251 Our Law course engages and challenges students with a rich curriculum of core and optional legal modules and o� ers an innovative and dynamic Law approach to legal skills education (BCL) This degree is structured to deliver the modules required to sit the entrance examinations for the Law Society of Ireland and the Honorable Society of King’s Inns to become a solicitor or barrister, respectively Year 3 o� ers students the opportunity to develop their legal education through the practical application of their academic learnings with professional work placement, or to further enhance their academic learnings through further study.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY251 YEAR ONE Students will have the opportunity to avail of a full academic year of work placement. Course Level: 8 • Compulsory core modules: The School of Law partners with leading · Understanding the Law Duration: 4 years law � rms, businesses and public sector · Critical Thinking for Lawyers organisations across the country to ensure Minimum Entry points 2019: 473 · Constitutional Law that students are immersed in a practical · Contract Law Minimum A-Level Grades: legal environment. · Tort Law See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Optional modules: In advance of Professional Work Leaving Certi� cate Entry · Family Law Placement, law students receive one-to- Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in · Language (Legal French/ Legal German) one CV preparation advice, along with two subjects and passes in four other YEAR TWO interview support and coaching. subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Compulsory modules: In the � nal year, students will have an Certi� cate including Irish, English, another · Criminal Law opportunity to apply for prestigious language and any three other subjects · EU Law fellowships in Ireland and the USA, e.g., recognised for entry purposes. · Company Law the o� ce of the Attorney General or the A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Evidence Law DPP in Ireland or with the Massachusetts See page 177 for matriculation entry · Administrative Law appellate judge, Secretary of State’s o� ce, requirements. · Mooting or the Su� olk County District Attorney’s • Optional modules: o� ce in the USA. Average Intake: 50 · Information Technology Law/ Housing Law/ STUDY ABROAD Human Rights/ Intellectual Property Law/ Health Law Students can avail of exciting study abroad · Language (Legal French/ Legal German/ opportunities for students through Spanish) Erasmus and international exchange YEAR THREE programmes. If you choose to study a • Study abroad language, you can use the study abroad • Professional work placement option to improve your linguistic skills. Note: Study Abroad is highly recommended We have study partnership opportunities for students undertaking a language. in Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Hungary, France, Germany, Spain, the USA, YEAR FOUR China, Australia and Canada. • Compulsory modules: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES · Equity Law · Land Law Graduates of the programme can · Jurisprudence undertake professional training to qualify · Guided Research Essay as a solicitor at the Law Society of Ireland • Optional specialisation possibilities: or barrister at The Honorable Society of · Business and Commercial Law King’s Inn. On graduation, students will be · Public Law, Risk and Regulation well positioned for work in a legal research · Human Rights, Crime and Equality and advisory capacity in the private or · International, Comparative and public sector. Transnational Law · Language (Legal French/ Legal German)

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • GY252 Law (BCL) and Human Rights School of Law • GY254 Law (BCL), Criminology and Criminal Justice • GY250 Law and Business t.+353 91 492752 • GY253 Law and Taxation e. [email protected] • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) w. nuigalway.ie/gy251 106 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY252 The Law and Human Rights course is an innovative and unique Law (BCL) programme—the � rst of its kind in Ireland The School of Law and the Irish Centre for Human Rights at NUI Galway and are pioneers in legal education and research on human rights Students will have the opportunity to apply for work placement and/ Human Rights or study abroad opportunities in their third year.

COURSE FACTS · European Human Rights through our partnerships with international · Criminal Law CAO Code: GY252 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) · EU Law and other human rights bodies. Course level: 8 · Mooting · Guided Research Essay In advance of Professional Work Duration: 4 years • Optional modules: Placement, law students receive one- to-one CV preparation advice, along Minimum Entry points 2019: 510 · Information Technology Law/ Housing Law/ with interview support and coaching. Intellectual Property Law/ Health Law/ Minimum A-Level Grades: · Language (Legal French/ See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels In the � nal year, students will have an Legal German/Spanish) opportunity to apply for prestigious Leaving Certi� cate Entry YEAR THREE fellowships in Ireland and the USA, e.g., Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Study Abroad and/or the o� ce of the Attorney General or the two subjects and passes in four other • Work Placement DPP in Ireland or with the Massachusetts subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Note: Study Abroad is highly recommended appellate judge, Secretary of State’s Certi� cate including Irish, English, another for students undertaking a language. o� ce, or the Su� olk County District language, and any three other subjects Attorney’s o� ce in the USA. YEAR FOUR recognised for entry purposes. STUDY ABROAD • Compulsory core modules: A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Company Law There are exciting study abroad See page 177 for matriculation entry · Equity Law opportunities for students on this course requirements. · Land Law through Erasmus and international Average Intake: 20 • Specialise in a discipline/stream: exchange programmes. If students · The Legal Professions choose to study a language they can · Human Rights, Crime and Equality greatly enhance their linguistic skills YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR · Language (Legal French/Legal German) through study abroad. Students will also have options to study abroad through YEAR ONE English. We have partnership opportunities • Compulsory modules: in Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, · Human Rights: Theories, concepts Hungary, France, Germany, Spain, the and selected issues USA, China, Australia and Canada. · Understanding the Law CAREER OPPORTUNITIES · Constitutional Law · Contract Law On graduation, students will be well · Tort Law positioned for work in a human rights law, • Optional modules: policy or advocacy role, or in legal practice. · Family Law WORK PLACEMENT Building on the Irish Centre for Human · Language (Legal French/ Legal German/ Students will be given the opportunity Rights’ global reputation, students will be Spanish) to engage in work placement in the third equipped to pursue opportunities with YEAR TWO year of the programme. The course o� ers international organisations, United Nations • Compulsory core modules: some international work placements (UN) bodies or development agencies. · International Human Rights Career opportunities, both national and international, can also be sought FURTHER STUDY in areas such as UN peace operations, international justice sector reform, nuigalway.ie/law/courses human rights advocacy and public policy. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE Students will also be prepared to pursue professional legal training as a solicitor • GY251 Law (BCL) School of Law (with the Law Society of Ireland) or as a • GY254 Law (BCL), Criminology & Criminal Justice barrister with the Honorable Society of t. +353 91 492752 • GY250 Law and Business King’s Inns) should students choose the e. [email protected] • GY253 Law and Taxation Legal Professions stream in � nal year. • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) w. nuigalway.ie/gy252 · • GY113 Bachelor of Arts with Human Rights 107 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY254 This is a unique law degree o� ering for students with an interest Law in crime and criminology Students have the opportunity to combine the study of a full Criminology undergraduate law degree with specially-developed modules in criminology, criminal justice and human rights & Criminal Students will have access to world-class academics that specialise in the (BCL) � elds of criminal justice, criminology and international criminal law, and Justice to learn from the expertise from the School of Psychology. NEW FOR 2020

COURSE FACTS YEAR THREE STUDY ABROAD CAO Code: GY254 • Study Abroad or Students opting for study abroad will travel • Work placement to partner universities where they can take Course Level: 8 Note: Study Abroad is highly recommended for courses relevant to criminology, criminal Duration: 4 years students undertaking a language. law, criminal justice and other law and non- law modules. Minimum Entry points 2019: N/A YEAR FOUR New for 2020 • Compulsory Modules: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES · Land Minimum A-Level Grades: Graduates of the Law, Criminology and · Equity See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Criminal Justice programme will be well · Company Law prepared to work in policy or practice in Leaving Certi� cate Entry · Disability & Criminal Justice the � elds of criminal law, criminal justice or Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in · Guided Research Essay in Criminal Justice / related � elds. two subjects and passes in four other Criminology subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Optional Modules: Graduates will have the necessary Certi� cate including Irish, English, another · Applied Legal Theory foundation to pursue opportunities language and any three other subjects · International Protection of Human Rights Law with non-governmental organisations, recognised for entry purposes. · Family Law international organisations, United Nations · Jurisprudence bodies or statutory agencies. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Administrative Law See page 177 for matriculation entry As this is a full undergraduate law degree requirements. WORK PLACEMENT graduates can also pursue professional quali� cations with the Law Society of Average Intake: 20 Students will have the opportunity to Ireland (solicitor) and the Honourable work in � rms with a substantial practice Society of King’s Inns (barrister). YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR in criminal law, statutory agencies that have a criminal justice remit or national YEAR ONE and international non-governmental · • Compulsory Modules: organisations. In advance of Professional · Understanding the Law Work Placement, law students receive one- · Critical Thinking for Lawyers to-one CV preparation advice, along with · Contract Law interview support and coaching. · Constitutional Law In the � nal year, students will have an · Tort Law opportunity to apply for prestigious · Criminology fellowships in Ireland and the USA, e.g., the · Criminal Justice o� ce of the Attorney General or the DPP in YEAR TWO Ireland or with the Massachusetts appellate • Compulsory core modules: judge, Secretary of State’s o� ce, or the · Criminal Law Su� olk County District Attorney’s o� ce in · EU Law the USA. · Evidence Law · Advanced Criminology FURTHER STUDY · Advanced Criminal Justice · Mooting (Criminal law) Graduates may also wish to undertake further studies with a master’s degree · Forensic, Abnormal and Clinical in criminology, criminal justice or international criminal law Psychology • Optional modules (Subject to change): YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE · European Human Rights Law • GY251 Law (BCL) · School of Law Public International Law • GY252 Law (BCL) and Human Rights · t. +353 91 492752 Alternative Dispute Resolution • GY250 Law and Business e. [email protected] • GY253 Law and Taxation w. nuigalway.ie/gy254 • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY250 This course is an interdisciplinary programme that provides a full law Law and degree and a solid grounding in business The third year of the programme incorporates opportunities for Business students to study abroad or undertake a work placement Upon graduation students can pursue professional legal training with the Law Society (solicitor) and the Honorable Society of King’s Inns (barrister).

COURSE FACTS • Optional modules in the following disciplines: In advance of Professional Work · Accountancy CAO Code: GY250 Placement, law students receive one-to · Digital Business one CV preparation advice, along with Course Level: 8 · Economics interview support and coaching. · Management Duration: 4 years · Language (Legal French/ Legal German/ In the � nal year, students will have an opportunity to apply for prestigious Minimum Entry points 2019: 436 Spanish) fellowships in Ireland and the USA, e.g., YEAR THREE Minimum A-Level Grades: the o� ce of the Attorney General or the See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Study abroad, or DPP in Ireland or with the Massachusetts • Work placement appellate judge, Secretary of State’s o� ce, Leaving Certi� cate Entry Note: Study Abroad is highly recommended or the Su� olk County District Attorney’s Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two for students undertaking a language o� ce in the USA. subjects and passes in four other subjects YEAR FOUR at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certi� cate STUDY ABROAD including Irish, English, Mathematics, and • Compulsory core modules: If students choose to study a language another language, and any two other · Equity Law as part of their degree they can avail of an subjects recognised for entry purposes. · Land Law · Commercial Law exchange in the relevant country thereby A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Legal Business and Ethics improving their linguistic skills. If, however, See page 177 for matriculation entry · Guided Research Essay they are not studying a language, students requirements. • Specialise in a discipline/stream: may still avail of exchange opportunities in countries where law is taught through Average Intake: 50 · The Legal Professions · Accountancy English. We have partnership opportunities · Digital Business and Analytics in Belgium, The Netherlands, Denmark, YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR · Economics Hungary, France, Germany, Spain, the USA, · Management China, Australia and Canada. YEAR ONE · Language (Legal French/ Legal German/ CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Compulsory core modules: Spanish) The Law and Business programme opens · Understanding the Law · up a range of professional career pathways · Constitutional Law WORK PLACEMENT for students. Graduates of this programme · Contract Law Students on this course will be given will be positioned for employment in a · Tort Law the opportunity to avail of a full academic company or business organisation, i.e., · Introduction to Financial Accounting year of work placement. The School banking, insurance, � nancial services, · Introduction to Management Accounting of Law partners with leading � rms across risk assurance, taxation, or as a legal • Optional modules in the following disciplines: the country to ensure the students advisor. Many graduates undertake · Digital Business are immersed in a practical legal or professional training and qualify as a · Economics business environment. Solicitor or Barrister. Many graduates of · Language (Legal French/ Legal German/ this programme are employed in leading Spanish) commercial law � rms. YEAR TWO • Compulsory modules: · Criminal Law · EU Law FURTHER STUDY · Company Law nuigalway.ie/law/courses · Mooting YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • GY253 Law and Taxation School of Law • GY251 Law (BCL) • GY252 Law (BCL) and Human Rights t. +353 91 492752 • GY254 Law (BCL), Criminology & Criminal Justice e. [email protected] • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours) w. nuigalway.ie/gy250 109 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY253 In today’s commercial world taxation is a key component of the global business environment. Law � rms are expanding their practice in the Law and area of taxation, creating an increased demand for law graduates with a Taxation knowledge of taxation This degree will provide students with the knowledge and skills for legal practice, taxation or both This distinctive degree allows students to combine the study of a full undergraduate law degree with taxation and still explore other related NEW FOR 2020 areas of law and commerce; Business and Commercial Law, Accountancy, Economics, Digital Business and Management.

COURSE FACTS Optional Modules (Subject to change): STUDY ABROAD CAO Code: GY253 Students can choose from a variety of available Students can take advantage of our links with modules from o� ered in Accounting, Economics, leading international universities to spend Course Level: 8 Digital Business & Analytics and Management. a year studying abroad. Students will have Duration: 4 years YEAR THREE the opportunity to take law, taxation and • Study Abroad or business modules taught through English. Minimum Entry Points 2019: N/A • Work Placement New for 2020 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Note: Study Abroad is highly recommended Leaving Certi� cate Entry for students undertaking a language. Graduates of this programme will have Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR FOUR many options to support a successful two subjects and passes in four other career in law, taxation or both. Graduates Compulsory Modules: subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving can qualify professionally in order to • Revenue Law I Certi� cate including Irish, English, work in a tax team to provide expert • Revenue Law II Mathematics, and another language advice on topics such as commercial • Guided Research Essay Tax Law & Policy and any two other subjects recognised transactions, capital markets, � nancial • Land Law for entry purposes. transactions, investment banking, • Equity Law mergers and acquisitions, tax planning Optional Modules: A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: and litigation. Commercial law � rms are Students can choose from a variety of available See page 177 for matriculation entry expanding their expertise in taxation modules from o� ered in Law, Accounting, requirements. to respond to international markets Economics, Digital Business & Analytics and Average Intake: 20 and the growing demand for legal Management. expertise to support global operations. YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT FURTHER STUDY YEAR ONE Students will have the opportunity to work As this is a full undergraduate law Compulsory Modules: in law � rms that specialise in taxation degree students can pursue professional • Understanding the Law or businesses with a tax department. In legal training as a solicitor (with the • Contract Law advance of Professional Work Placement, Law Society of Ireland) or as a barrister • Constitutional Law law students receive one-to-one CV • Tort Law preparation advice, along with interview (the Honorable Society of Kings Inns). • Introduction to Financial Accounting support and coaching. Graduates may also be eligible for • Introduction to Management Accounting exemptions from the Irish Taxation In the � nal year, students will have an Optional Modules: Institute and other similar professional opportunity to apply for prestigious • Principles of Micro Economics awarding bodies. Graduates may also wish fellowships in Ireland and the USA, e.g., • Principles of Macro Economics to pursue further studies with a master’s the o� ce of the Attorney General or the • Business Information Systems DPP in Ireland or with the Massachusetts degree in business law or � nance. • Information Management for Business appellate judge, Secretary of State’s Relevant masters: YEAR TWO o� ce, or the Su� olk County District • LLM (General) Compulsory Modules: Attorney’s o� ce in the USA. • LLM in International & Comparative • Criminal Law Business Law • European Union Law • Company Law • Taxation I YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Taxation II • GY250 Law and Business School of Law • GY251 Law (BCL) t. +353 91 492752 • GY252 Law (BCL) and Human Rights e. [email protected] • GY254 Law (BCL), Criminology & Criminal Justice w. nuigalway.ie/gy253 • GY101 Bachelor of Arts (Joint-Honours)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY101 This course allows students the � exibility to combine the study Law in Bachelor of law with a range of complementary subjects in the Humanities In � rst year, students take Law as one of their three subjects and they take of Arts two other subjects from the Arts group of subjects (see page 23), such as Law with Sociology and Politics or with Languages or English or History To complete their legal education, graduates of this programme will be admitted to the � nal year of the LLB (Bachelor of ) programme Upon graduation from the LLB programme, students can pursue professional legal training as a solicitor (with the Law Society of Ireland) or as a barrister (Honorable Society of Kings Inns) .

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CAO Code: GY101 YEAR ONE Many of our BA (Joint-Honours) Law graduates practice as barristers or 3 Years (BA Joint-Honours) • Law: solicitors in Ireland and throughout the 4 Years (BA International) · Irish Legal System · Law of Torts world. Our graduates include members Course Level: 8 · Legal Skills of the judiciary, managing partners of law � rms and legal counsel for leading Duration: 3 or 4 years • Plus two other subjects from the Arts subject groupings. See page 24. organisations and businesses. Many graduates decide to pursue careers outside Minimum Entry Points 2019: 300 YEAR TWO legal practice. Graduates may choose to Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Law: work in the public sector (government Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in · Constitutional Law departments, local government, and two subjects and passes in four other · Contract Law the Law Reform Commission) while subjects at O6/ H7 in the Leaving · Additional law module others may opt for graduate training Certi� cate, including Irish, English, · Legal Methods and Research programmes or for careers in accountancy, another language, and three other • Plus one of the other subjects chosen banking, taxation, insurance, compliance subjects recognised for entry purposes. in � rst year or with institutions such as the United A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: YEAR THREE Nations and the Council of Europe. See page 177 for matriculation entry • Law: STUDY ABROAD requirements. · EU Law · Criminal Law At the end of second year, interested Average Intake: 200 · Administrative Law students may opt to spend their third • Plus the other subject chosen in second year year studying at a university in mainland Europe or other countries such as the USA, Canada, Australia or China. These students then return to complete their programme in Galway in their fourth year. Students who opt for a language as one of their arts subjects can participate in Erasmus. “I chose to study a BA (Joint-Honours) in Law followed by the LLB () because of the professional, engaged and approachable lecturing sta� in NUI Galway. The best part of the LLB was getting the opportunity to take the Moot Court Module which involved advocating in front of a judge of the High Court in the Galway Courthouse. This motivated and empowered me to pursue a career as a solicitor. Overall, the BA Joint-Honours and the LLB gave me the knowledge and skills necessary for a legal career.” Amanda Wolf, BA (Joint-Honours) Law, Bachelors of Law (LLB)

FURTHER STUDY YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE nuigalway.ie/law/courses • GY251 Law (BCL) School of Law • GY252 Law (BCL) and Human Rights • GY254 Law (BCL), Criminology & Criminal Justice t. +353 91 492752 • GY250 Law and Business e. [email protected] • GY253 Law and Taxation w. nuigalway.ie/gy101 • GY113 Bachelor of Arts with Human Rights 111 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, PUBLIC POLICY AND LAW

Graduate Insight

“ Attending university in Galway is a profound and once in a lifetime experience. The city is vibrant, diverse with a mix of culture, music and entertainment. Despite Galway’s social and eclectic exterior, it remains a warm and welcoming heartland to visitors and locals alike. Friends I met in college from across Ireland or indeed from overseas could not overstate the friendly and charming atmosphere Galway creates. Studying Civil Law in NUI Galway afforded me the opportunity to delve deep into the law and initially focus on a wide range of subjects. I studied the foundations of law and formed a great understanding of the core principles and subjects that are a pre-requisite for any future career in law and have stood me in good stead to this day. The option now of the Clinical Legal Education course provided by the School of Law enables students to avail of invaluable practical experience of working in various careers in law and this opportunity should be encouraged and availed of.”

Ferdia Breathnach Barrister-at-Law Civil Law Graduate

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Engineering and Informatics

At NUI Galway you will get a � rst-class education across all engineering disciplines taught by lecturers who are leading experts in their � elds and will prepare you for an interesting and challenging future in your chosen engineering specialism. This, coupled with the fact that we have Ireland’s premier purpose-built and award-winning Alice Perry Engineering building, makes NUI Galway the � rst choice for anyone interested in studying engineering.

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Women in Engineering Become a Trailblazer NUI Galway has a proud tradition of attracting and encouraging high-achieving young women to follow their academic interests and pursue a career in engineering. Our award-winning engineering building is named after trailblazer Alice Perry, the � rst female engineering graduate anywhere in Ireland or the UK. She graduated from NUI Galway in 1906 at the top of her Civil Engineering class. The unprecedented demand for engineering talent in Ireland and abroad is set to continue unabated over the next number of years, and NUI Galway is the forefront in helping prepare young, talented women to access these global opportunities. The University has recently introduced the Máire Brazil Scholarship in Civil Engineering. This will be awarded to the eligible female candidate who demonstrates the highest overall grade in her � rst-year university exams in engineering. Successful candidates will receive a scholarship of €2,000 each year for three years of study. In the last number of years, the University has seen more and more young women choose a career in engineering as they recognise the variety of well-paid opportunities available to them in critical areas such as technology, engineering and medtech.

Lee-Ann Coughlan (Biomedical Engineering student) and Dr. Ellen Roche

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The Importance of Accreditation in Engineering

All Engineering degrees at NUI Galway are professionally accredited by the statutory professional body, Engineers Ireland. This accreditation means that the degree has been assessed and approved to meet the educational requirements for professional engineers. Under an international agreement (the Washington Accord), any degree accredited by the national professional body (Engineers Ireland) is recognised internationally. Having an “accredited” degree means that employers outside of Ireland can:

• Understand the quality/education achieved by a graduate • Know that it is equivalent to their own education system/standards • O� er appropriate employment on this basis

Certain functions (e.g. sign o� on large civil engineering construction projects) can only be carried out by a chartered engineer. Engineers Ireland require a master’s (Level 9) quali� cation as the education standard required for the Registered Professional Title of Chartered Engineer (prior to this, a Level eight degree was required). The standard European engineering quali� cation (degree or diploma) is at Level 9. Any graduate interested in working in Europe/worldwide is now strongly advised to get an accredited Level nine award.

Laura Drudy, 4th year student, Mechanical Engineering (GY405).

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY401 Engineering is a wide area, covering such � elds as civil engineering, mechanics, electronics and computer technology. Undenominated Undenominated Engineering allows you to explore di� erent areas of engineering in your � rst year of study, a� ording you the time you need to � nd the discipline that Engineering is right for you On successful completion of your � rst-year exams, you will be able to apply to specialise by transferring to the second year of one of these courses: Energy Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Biomedical Engineering Project and Construction Management Computer Science and Electronic and Computer Engineering Information Technology Electrical and Electronic Engineering Allocation of places may be based on overall performance in your � rst year.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY401 YEAR ONE All students undertake a work placement for a period of between three and eight Course Level: 8 • Engineering Calculus • Engineering Mathematical Methods months. The placement gives you an Duration: 1 year; students then transfer • Engineering Mechanics opportunity to work on projects relevant into a denominated programme • Engineering Chemistry to your course of study and signi� cantly improve your chances of obtaining Minimum Entry Points 2019: 444 • Engineering Physics • Fundamentals of Engineering employment after graduation. In the Minimum A-Level Grades: • Engineering Graphics unlikely event that no external placement is available, students will be given projects See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Engineering Design on campus. We also provide opportunities Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Engineering Computing for students to pursue international work Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 YEAR TWO placements. in two subjects and passes in four • Choose to follow one of the following STUDY ABROAD other subjects at O6/H7 Level in the denominated programmes: Leaving Certi� cate, including Irish, · Energy Systems Engineering Each engineering programme has strong English, Mathematics, a laboratory · Civil Engineering teaching and research links with major science subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, · Project and Construction Management international universities, companies and Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), · Electronic and Computer Engineering research institutes in countries such as Agricultural Science or Computer · Electrical and Electronic Engineering Germany, the UK, France, Poland, the Science) or Technology, and any two · Mechanical Engineering USA, China and Brazil. Students have other subjects recognised for entry · Biomedical Engineering completed work placements, research purposes. In addition, students must · Computer Science and placements and teaching semesters in obtain a minimum of Grade H4 in the Information Technology various international locations. Higher Level Leaving Certi� cate paper YEAR THREE in Mathematics or, alternatively, obtain CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Follow chosen course of Engineering a pass in the Engineering Maths As you branch into a specialised YEAR FOUR Qualifying Exam (held in the University). programme in second year, your career Average Intake: 160-170 • Follow chosen course of Engineering direction will depend on which programme YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) you choose. However, across engineering • Follow chosen course of Engineering and informatics, career prospects for all graduates are extremely positive.

FURTHER STUDY Students branch into one of the eight denominated engineering programmes in second year depending on which type of engineering they are interested in and wish to pursue. You will continue to study that particular area for the remainder of your chosen four-year programme.

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • GY405 BE (Mechanical) Dr Mark G. Healy, Civil Engineering, • GY301 Bachelor of Science Engineering and Informatics • GY320 BSc (Physics) t. +353 91 495364 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy401 118 ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY402 Civil Engineering is the profession concerned with planning, design, construction and maintenance of the built environment. It encompasses Bachelor of structures ranging from houses and commercial buildings to motorways, Engineering rail networks and water and wastewater treatment facilities You will develop scienti� c, technical, organisational, computing and (Civil) communication skills needed for a challenging and rewarding career as a civil engineer Voted Ireland’s favourite new building in 2012, NUI Galway’s Alice Perry Engineering building is purpose-built for learning about and researching engineering.

COURSE FACTS • Engineering Hydraulics WORK PLACEMENT • Civil Engineering Materials and Design CAO Code: GY402 All students undertake a work placement • Building Information Modelling with a civil engineering � rm for a period Course Level: 8 • Strength of Materials of between three and eight months. Duration: 5 years YEAR THREE This gives you an opportunity to work on • Solids and Structures projects relevant to Civil Engineering and Minimum Entry Points 2019: 509 • Geomechanics and Geology signi� cantly improves your chances of Minimum A-Level Grades: • Engineering Hydraulics obtaining employment after graduation. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Environmental Engineering In the unlikely event that no external • Transportation Systems and Infrastructure placement is available, students will be Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Construction Operations given projects on campus. We also Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Water Engineering Design and Practice provide opportunities for students to subjects and passes in four other subjects • Design of Structures pursue international work placements. at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Work Placement (BE students) including Irish, English, Mathematics, a STUDY ABROAD YEAR FOUR laboratory science subject (i.e., Chemistry, During the programme, it is likely that • Civil Engineering Project Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry there will be opportunities to spend a • Design of Structures (joint), Agricultural Science or Computer semester or get some work experience • Geotechnical Engineering Science) or Technology, and any two other abroad. The degree is accredited by • Coastal and O� shore Engineering subjects recognised for entry purposes. Engineers Ireland, and it is recognised • Structural Analysis In addition, students must obtain a internationally under the Washington • Project Management minimum of Grade H4 in the Higher Level Accord, so the skills you learn will give • Design of Sustainable Environmental Systems Leaving Certi� cate paper in Mathematics you opportunities to work worldwide. or, alternatively, obtain a pass in the • Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering Engineering Maths Qualifying Exam (held • Energy in Buildings CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Work placement (ME students) in the University). There is currently a shortage of civil YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: engineers in Ireland as the economy See page 177 for matriculation entry An integrated Master’s in Civil Engineering (ME) recovers from the recession. Our requirements. is o� ered following an additional year of study. graduates go on to careers as civil The ME is accredited by Engineers Ireland, engineering design consultants and civil Average Intake: 50 which means with a � ve-year master’s you engineering contractors, in local authorities can apply for your Chartered Engineer title. and government bodies in energy (oil, gas, YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR The course combines advanced core modules wind, and wave) and mining companies, in Civil Engineering (sample modules include and in overseas development. Recent YEAR ONE Advanced Structures, Computational Methods employers include RPS, Ryan Hanley • Engineering Calculus in Civil Engineering and Design of Sustainable Consulting Engineers and Tobin • Engineering Mathematical Methods Environmental Systems II) with modules on Consulting Engineers. • Engineering Mechanics transferrable skills/professional development and • Engineering Chemistry an individual capstone research project • Engineering Physics (nine months long). • Fundamentals of Engineering • Engineering Graphics FURTHER STUDY • Engineering Design • Engineering Computing ME Civil Engineering YEAR TWO nuigalway.ie/engineering YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Mathematics and Applied • Mathematics • GY401 Undenominated Engineering Serena Lawless, Civil Engineering, • Engineering Materials • GY410 BSc (Project and Construction Engineering and Informatics • Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics Management) t. +353 91 492170 • Electronic Instrumentation and Sensors • GY313 BSc (Environmental Health e. [email protected] • Principles of Building and Safety) w. nuigalway.ie/gy402

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY405 Mechanical Engineering is about designing, analysing and making the devices, components and machines you see around you. We design Bachelor of new products, using our understanding of solid & � uid mechanics, thermodynamics, materials and manufacturing. Anything that moves Engineering (and many things that don’t) is part of our world. (Mechanical) There is signi� cant demand for our Mechanical Engineering graduates across a wide variety of industry sectors including transport, medical devices, energy, manufacturing and engineering design consultancy.

COURSE FACTS • Fundamentals of Operations Engineering WORK PLACEMENT • Materials I CAO Code: GY405 All students undertake a work placement YEAR THREE for a period of eight months. The strong Course Level: 8 • Mechanical Analysis and Design industry demand for our students is Duration: 5 years • Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer evident by the fact that 100% of our • Fluid Dynamics students in the past three years have Minimum Entry Points 2019: 443 • Automated Systems obtained work placements. Students have Minimum A-Level Grades: • Mechanical Vibrations been placed with ESB, Intel, Lufthansa. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Electromechanical Power Conversion STUDY ABROAD • Linear Control Systems Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Quality Systems Students have the possibility of overseas Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Project Management for Engineers work placements. Students are regularly subjects and passes in four other subjects • Introduction to Regulatory A� airs in placed in the USA, Germany and the UK. at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certi� cate, Manufacturing CAREER OPPORTUNITIES including Irish, English, Mathematics, a • Professional Skills laboratory science subject (i.e., Chemistry, • Work Placement (BE students) Our graduates are highly sought after Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry YEAR FOUR by employers and go on to pursue diverse (joint), Agricultural Science or Computer career opportunities including research Science) or Technology, and any two other • Individual Fourth Year Project and development, design, innovation, subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Advanced Mechanical Analysis and Design manufacturing and management. Recent In addition, students must obtain a • Computational Methods in Engineering employers include Thermo King, Aerogen, minimum of Grade H4 in the Higher Level Analysis Rolls-Royce, Stryker, Boston Scienti� c, Leaving Certi� cate paper in Mathematics • Energy Conversion ÉireComposites, Medtronic, ESB, Toyota. or, alternatively, obtain a pass in the • Materials II Engineering Maths Qualifying Exam (held • Machine Design Project in the University). • Work Placement (ME students) Plus a choice of three of the following specialist A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: modules: Turbomachines and Advanced Fluid See page 177 for matriculation entry Dynamics, Power Systems, Biomechanics, requirements. Combustion Science and Engineering, Lean Average Intake: 40 Systems, Systems Reliability, Safety Engineering. YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR An integrated Master’s in Mechanical Engineering “I have really enjoyed the hands-on YEAR ONE (ME) is o� ered following an additional year of project work, laboratory testing study. The ME is accredited by Engineers Ireland, • Engineering Calculus which means with a � ve-year master’s you can and lectures in my Degree • Engineering Mathematical Methods apply for your Chartered Engineer title. The and Masters in Mechanical • Engineering Mechanics programme combines advanced Mechanical Engineering at NUI Galway. The • Engineering Chemistry Engineering modules (sample modules include 5th year Masters has definitely • Engineering Physics Advanced Manufacturing, Advanced Mechanics • Fundamentals of Engineering of Materials, Advanced Finite Elements, Advanced enhanced my job opportunities.” • Engineering Graphics Energy Systems) with a substantial (nine-month- Catharina Hernandez – Current ME in • Engineering Design long) research and development project and Mechanical Engineering student and • Engineering Computing modules on engineering transferable skills Mechanical Engineering Degree graduate. YEAR TWO

• Mathematics and Applied Mathematics FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • Electronic Instrumentation and Sensors • Strength of Materials ME in Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering • Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics MSc in Mechanical Engineering Engineering and Informatics • Theory of Machines and CADD t. +353 91 492 223 • Manufacturing Technology and CAIRDE YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE e. [email protected] • Electrical Circuits and Systems • GY401 Undenominated Engineering w. nuigalway.ie/gy405 • Engineering Statistics • GY414 BE (Electrical and Electronic) • GY408 BE (Biomedical Engineering) 120 ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY406 Our engineers have the skills to design both software and hardware Bachelor of for a huge range of applications There is strong demand for electronic and computer engineering graduates Engineering across a wide variety of industry sectors in Ireland and abroad (Electronic and Ireland is the second largest software exporter in the world, with over 900 software companies o� ering huge employment opportunities for graduates Computer) of Electronic and Computer Engineering.

COURSE FACTS • Object Oriented Programming: Data Structures WORK PLACEMENT and Algorithms Mathematics and Applied CAO Code: GY406 All students undertake a work placement Mathematics for a period of between three and eight Course Level: 8 • Fundamentals of Electromagnetic Theory months. The placement gives you an Duration: 5 years YEAR THREE opportunity to work on projects relevant • Signals and Communications to Electronic and Computer Engineering. Minimum Entry Points 2019: 509 • Digital Systems 2 We also provide opportunities for Minimum A-Level Grades: • Communication Signals and Systems students to pursue international work See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Embedded Systems Applications Programming placements. In the unlikely event that no • Programming 3 external placement is available, students Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Analogue Systems Design 2 will be given projects on campus. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Database Systems 1 STUDY ABROAD subjects and passes in four other subjects • Project Management for Engineers at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Professional Skills This degree is accredited by Engineers including Irish, English, Mathematics, a • Work Placement (BE students) Ireland and is therefore recognised laboratory science subject (i.e., Chemistry, YEAR FOUR internationally as a Level 8 degree Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry quali� cation in engineering. In recent • Electronic and Computer Engineering Project (joint), Agricultural Science or Computer years, more and more students are • System on Chip Design Science) or Technology, and any two other choosing to go on placement abroad or • Real-Time Systems subjects recognised for entry purposes. seek employment after they graduate in • Distributed Systems and Co-Operative In addition, students must obtain a countries outside Ireland. We also o� er Computing minimum of Grade H4 in the Higher Level Electronic & Computer Engineering • Communications and Signal Processing Leaving Certi� cate paper in Mathematics students an opportunity to complete their Applications or, alternatively, obtain a pass in the 3rd year in Purdue University in the USA. Engineering Maths Qualifying Exam (held • Machine Learning and Data Mining in the University). • Digital Signal Processing CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Software Engineering 3 Our graduates are highly sought after in A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Telecommunications Software Applications the software and electronics industries. See page 177 for matriculation entry • Work Placement (ME students) requirements. Our graduates are also highly sought after YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) by a huge number of other industries Average Intake: 20 An integrated Master’s in Electronic and Computer requiring intelligent electronics solutions Engineering (ME) is o� ered following an additional such as: medical devices, automotive, YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR year of study. The programme combines advanced communications and � nancial services. Electronic and Computer Engineering modules YEAR ONE Recent graduates are working with Valeo, (sample modules include Signal and Image Intel, Cisco, Google and Jaguar Land • Fundamentals of Engineering Processing, Embedded Systems, Communications Rover. Several of our graduates have also • Engineering Computing Technologies) with a substantial (nine-month-long) gone on to start their own companies. • Engineering Design research and development project and modules on • Engineering Graphics engineering transferable skills. • Engineering Mechanics • Engineering Mathematical Methods • Engineering Calculus • Engineering Chemistry • Engineering Physics FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE YEAR TWO ME in Electronic and Computer Engineering Mary Costello • Electronic Instrumentation and Sensors ME in Electronic and Electrical Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering • Analogue Systems Design • Microprocessor Systems Engineering YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE t. +353 91 492728 • Electrical Circuits and Systems e. [email protected] • GY401 Undenominated Engineering • Communications Systems Engineering w. nuigalway.ie/gy406 • GY414 BE (Electrical and Electronic) • Digital Systems 1 • GY402 BE (Civil) • Engineering Statistics • Object Oriented Programming

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY408 NUI Galway is Ireland’s leading university for Biomedical Engineering Bachelor of This exciting area of study involves the design and development of medical devices and technologies to improve healthcare. Key areas of Engineering biomedical engineering include cardiovascular devices (e.g., stents and heart valve replacements), orthopaedic devices (e.g., hip/shoulder/knee (Biomedical) replacements), nano-particle drug delivery, key-hole surgery technologies, and regenerative medicine Galway is a major European hub for the hi-tech medical device sector and several leading companies were involved in the design of the course.

COURSE FACTS • Materials WORK PLACEMENT • Strength of Materials CAO Code: GY408 All students undertake a work placement • Mathematics and Applied Mathematics of between three and eight months. In the Course Level: 8 • Engineering Statistics unlikely event that no external placement Duration: 5 years YEAR THREE is available, students will be given projects • Surgical and Medical Biodesign on campus. All leading Ireland-based Minimum Entry Points 2019: 519 • Human Body Function medical technology companies participate Minimum A-Level Grades: • Principles of Biomaterials in our work-placement programme, See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Mechanical Analysis and Design providing students with valuable real-world • Fluid Dynamics experience. Companies range from large Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Automated Systems multinationals (such as Medtronic, Boston Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Quality Systems Scienti� c, DePuy) to start-ups (such as subjects and passes in four other subjects • Project Management Veryan, Aerogen, Neuravi). at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Regulatory A� airs STUDY ABROAD including Irish, English, Mathematics, a • Work Placement (BE students) laboratory science subject (i.e., Chemistry, YEAR FOUR Our degree programme has strong Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry international links with Purdue University • Medical Implant and Device Design (joint), Agricultural Science or Computer (Indiana, USA), Georgia Institute of • Biomechanics Science) or Technology, and any two other Technology (Atlanta, USA), Politecnico • Tissue Engineering subjects recognised for entry purposes. di Milano (Italy) and RWTH Aachen • Engineering Analysis for Regulatory Approval In addition, students must obtain a (Germany), all of which are international • Elements of Pathology minimum of Grade H4 in the Higher Level centres of excellence in Biomedical • Polymer Engineering Leaving Certi� cate paper in Mathematics Engineering. A number of our students are • Computational Methods in Engineering or, alternatively, obtain a pass in the selected to spend a year studying abroad in Analysis Engineering Maths Qualifying Exam the USA, through our exchange agreement • Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (held in the University). with Purdue University and Georgia • Biotransport Institute of Technology. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Biomedical Engineering See page 177 for matriculation entry • Biomedical Engineering Project CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. • Work Placement (ME students) Ireland is a leading global medical Average Intake: 40 YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) technology hub, and the NUI Galway An integrated Master’s in Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Engineering course plays a YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR (ME) is o� ered following an additional year of study. key role in this innovative sector. Career The ME is accredited by Engineers Ireland, which prospects are excellent both in terms of YEAR ONE means with a � ve-year master’s you can apply for an exceptionally high employment rate • Engineering Calculus your Chartered Engineer title. The programme upon graduation and in terms of career • Engineering Mathematical Methods combines advanced Biomedical Engineering progression (many of our graduates have • Engineering Mechanics modules (sample modules include Advanced gone on to become leaders in the medical • Engineering Chemistry Biomaterials, Advanced Tissue Engineering, technology sector, both in multinational • Engineering Physics Mechanobiology) with a substantial (nine-month- and start-up companies). • Fundamentals of Engineering long) research and development project and • Engineering Graphics modules on engineering transferable skills. • Engineering Design • Engineering Computing FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE YEAR TWO • Human Body Structure ME Biomedical Engineering Jane Bowman, Biomedical Engineering, • Introduction to Biomaterials MSc Biomedical Engineering Engineering and Informatics • CAD and Design Project YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE t. +353 91 492723 • Machine Design and Manufacturing Technology e. [email protected] • GY401 Undenominated Engineering • Electronic Instrumentation and Sensors w. nuigalway.ie/gy408 • Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics • GY405 BE (Mechanical) • GY303 BSc (Biomedical Science) 122 ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY413 Energy systems engineers are the people who are transforming the way we use, store and produce energy and are at the forefront of meeting the Bachelor of world’s growing energy needs while avoiding serious impacts of climate change Engineering Energy systems engineers can be found in companies that design and build giant wind turbines, in the control room of our power grid, rolling out electric (Energy Systems) vehicle infrastructure, and designing zero-carbon buildings A recent survey shows that 94% of Energy Systems Engineering graduates are in full-time employment or study less than six months after graduation.

COURSE FACTS • Electrical Circuits and Systems title. The programme combines advanced • Manufacturing Technology and Energy Systems Engineering modules (sample CAO Code: GY413 Community Project modules include Advanced Energy Systems, Course Level: 8 • Engineering Statistics Advanced Finite Elements, Global Change) • Introduction to Modelling with a substantial (nine month long) research Duration: 5 years • Principles of Building and development project and modules on Minimum Entry Points 2019: 532 YEAR THREE engineering transferable skills Minimum A-Level Grades: • Electromechanical Power Conversion WORK PLACEMENT See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Sustainable Energy All students undertake a work placement • Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer for a period of between three and eight Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Mechanical Analysis and Design months. Energy Systems Engineering Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Energy Systems Engineering Design Project employers include ESB, SSE Renewables, subjects and passes in four other subjects • Fluid Dynamics Thermo King, DP Energy, Wood Group at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Linear Control Systems Kenny, Eirgrid, Shell, Medtronic and including Irish, English, Mathematics, a • Theory of Machines and CADD Boston Scienti� c. In the unlikely event laboratory science subject (i.e., Chemistry, • Project Management for Engineers that no external placement is available, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry • Professional Skills students will be given projects on (joint), Agricultural Science or Computer • Work Placement (BE students) Science) or Technology, and any two other campus. We also provide opportunities YEAR FOUR subjects recognised for entry purposes. for students to pursue international In addition, students must obtain a • Energy in Buildings work placements. Many of our students minimum of Grade H4 in the Higher Level • Energy Conversion have completed their work placement Leaving Certi� cate paper in Mathematics • Smart Grid overseas, in places like the UK, the USA, or, alternatively, obtain a pass in the • Energy Systems Engineering Project Germany and Australia. • Advanced Energy Systems Engineering Engineering Maths Qualifying Exam (held STUDY ABROAD in the University). • In the fourth year, students choose to concentrate on Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Energy Systems engineering students A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: aspects of Energy Systems Engineering. have created strong and growing links See page 177 for matriculation entry The specialist modules include: with the Institute for Solar Energy requirements. · Turbomachines and Advanced in Germany and the University of Average Intake: 20 Fluid Dynamics Copenhagen Green Campus. · Combustion Science and Engineering CAREER OPPORTUNITIES YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR · Coastal and O� shore Engineering · Power Systems The transition to clean, sustainable YEAR ONE · Power Electronics energy is the biggest and most exciting • Engineering Calculus · Transportation Systems and Infrastructure challenge facing society today. Energy • Engineering Mathematical Methods • Work Placement (ME students) Systems Engineers will be at the forefront • Engineering Mechanics YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) of this transformation. Recent graduates are employed at some of the world’s • Engineering Chemistry An integrated Master’s in Energy Systems leading companies including ESB, Gas • Engineering Physics Engineering (ME) is o� ered following an additional Networks Ireland, Eirgrid, Accenture, • Fundamentals of Engineering year of study. The ME is accredited by Engineers Kingspan, First Transportation and • Engineering Graphics Ireland, which means with a � ve-year masters General Electric. • Engineering Design you can apply for your Chartered Engineer • Engineering Computing YEAR TWO FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • Mathematics and Applied Mathematics • Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics nuigalway.ie/engineering Energy Systems Engineering, • Electronic Instrumentation and Sensors College of Engineering and Informatics • Strength of Materials YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE t. +353 91 492664 • GY401 Undenominated Engineering e. [email protected] • GY405 BE (Mechanical) w. nuigalway.ie/gy413 • GY308 Engineering programme 123 ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY414 Electrical and Electronic Engineers design circuits and systems for products Bachelor of that are evermore intelligent, energy e� cient, connected and safe Graduates of this programme are in high demand and � nd careers in a wide Engineering range of industries, including automotive electronics, electrical energy, (Electrical and renewable energy, automation, medical devices, and telecommunications Electrical & Electronic engineers work in a variety of roles including product Electronic) design and development, � eld testing, customer technical liaison, electrical consultancy and project management.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO modules include Bioinstrumentation, Sports • Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Performance Technology, SmartGrid), modules on CAO Code: GY414 • Engineering Statistics engineering transferable skills with a substantial Course Level: 8 • Communications Systems Engineering (nine month long) research and development • Electronic Instrumentation and Sensors project in one of our active areas of research. Duration: 5 years • Electrical Circuits and Systems WORK PLACEMENT Minimum Entry Points 2019: 454 • Analogue Systems Design • Digital Systems All students undertake a work placement Minimum A-Level Grades: • Microprocessors Systems Engineering for a period of between three and eight See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Object Oriented Programming (OOP) months. Most students are placed in Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Fundamentals of Electromagnetic Theory Irish-based companies, such as Analog Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • OOP: Data Structures and Algorithms Devices, Intel, ESB and Boston Scienti� c. two subjects and passes in four other YEAR THREE We also provide opportunities for students to pursue international work placements. subjects at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving • Project Management In the unlikely event that no external Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Professional Skills placement is secured, students will be Mathematics, a laboratory science subject • Linear Control Systems given projects on campus. (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics • Electromechanical Power Conversion with Chemistry (joint), Agricultural Science • Digital Systems STUDY ABROAD or Computer Science) or Technology, • Analogue Systems Design We have established an exchange and any two other subjects recognised • Signals and Communications programme with Purdue University in the for entry purposes. In addition, students • Programming USA, which provides an opportunity for must obtain a minimum of Grade H4 in • Communication Signals and Systems a number of students to complete their the Higher Level Leaving Certi� cate paper • Work Placement (BE students) in Mathematics or, alternatively, obtain a 3rd year in Purdue University. In recent YEAR FOUR pass in theEngineering Maths Qualifying years, students are � nding increasing Exam (held in the University). • System on Chip Design opportunities abroad, both in industrial • Engineering Electromagnetics placements and in full-time employment A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Digital Signal Processing following graduation. The BE in Electrical See page 177 for matriculation entry • Telecommunications Software Applications & Electronic Engineering is accredited requirements. • Communications and Signal Processing by Engineers Ireland and is therefore Average Intake: 20 Applications recognised internationally as a Level 8 • Power Electronics engineering degree quali� cation. YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Power Systems CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Project Students spend an average of 40 hours a • Digital Control Systems There is an on-going skills shortage in the week between lectures, tutorials, practical • Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Irish technology sector, and, therefore, laboratory classes and independent study. • Work Placement (ME students) career opportunities for Electrical and Assessment involves a combination of YEAR FIVE (OPTIONAL) Electronic Engineers are plentiful and continuous assessment and end-of- varied. Graduates of this programme are An integrated Master’s in Electrical & Electronic semester written examinations. in high demand in electrical/electronic Engineering (ME) is o� ered following an additional companies like ESB, Airtricity, Intel, Analog YEAR ONE year of study. The programme combines advanced Devices, ON Semiconductor, Texas • Engineering Calculus Electrical & Electronic Engineering modules (sample Instruments and Microsemi. • Engineering Mathematical Methods • Engineering Mechanics FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • Engineering Chemistry • Engineering Physics nuigalway.ie/engineering Mary Costello, • Fundamentals of Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE • Engineering Graphics Engineering and Informatics • Engineering Design • GY401 Undenominated Engineering • Engineering Computing t. +353 91 492728 • GY405 BE (Mechanical) e. [email protected] • GY413 BE (Energy Systems) w. nuigalway.ie/gy414 124 ENGINEERING AND INFORMATICS

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY410 This is an interdisciplinary degree course that sets out to develop the technical, business, managerial and interpersonal skills needed to Bachelor of succeed in industry Science Students of this degree course learn about managerial and accounting principles and human resource management and gain an insight into the (Project and concepts of � nancial management. Other areas of study include health and Construction safety law, quality management and planning The Project Management Institute estimates that more than 15 million new Management) project management related roles will be created globally across engineering industries by 2020.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT • Health and Safety Law CAO Code: GY410 All students undertake a work placement • Building Information Modelling for a period of between three and eight Course Level: 8 • Strength of Materials months. In the unlikely event that no • Principles of Building Duration: 4 years external placement is available, students • Civil Engineering Materials and Design will be given projects on campus. We also Minimum Entry Points 2019: 434 • Business Law provide opportunities for students to • Management Accounting Minimum A-Level Grades: pursue international work placements. • Fundamentals of Operations Engineering See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Students have obtained placements • Project Planning and Organisation with companies and organisations in Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Introduction to Statistical Data and Probability Ireland as well as in countries around the Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR THREE world ranging from the UK to developing two subjects and passes in four other • Economics countries such as Zambia. subjects at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving • Operations Research STUDY ABROAD Certificate, including Irish, English, • Human Resource Management Mathematics, a laboratory science • Construction Operations Our programme has strong links with subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, • Project Planning and Organisation American universities and companies, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), • Transportation Systems and Infrastructure which allow students the opportunity to Agricultural Science or Computer • Geomechanics and Geology spend some time in the USA during their Science) or Technology, and any two • Physics of the Environment studies. other subjects recognised for entry • Design of Structures CAREER OPPORTUNITIES purposes. In addition, students must • Professional Practice obtain a minimum Grade O3 or H7. in • Work Placement Our graduates are working in a wide Mathematics or, alternatively, obtain YEAR FOUR range of industries and positions. Recent a pass in the Engineering Maths employers of our graduates include Bord • Project Management Qualifying Exam (held in the University). Gáis Networks, Covidien, RPS Group, • Estimates and Costing AECOM, Morrisroe Construction, Mercury A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Management of Organisational Change Engineering, Farcon, and Padraig Arthur See page 177 for matriculation entry • Quality Systems and Associates. requirements. • Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Average Intake: 20 • The Built Environment • Safety and Construction YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Managerial Economics • Business Law YEAR ONE • Mathematical Studies • Introduction to Physics • Engineering Graphics • Introduction to Engineering and Design • Fundamentals of Project and Construction Management • Engineering Computing • Financial Accounting FURTHER STUDY FIND OUT MORE • Management • Management Accounting nuigalway.ie/engineering Serena Lawless, Civil Engineering, College of Engineering and Informatics YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE t. +353 91 492170 • GY401 Undenominated Engineering e. [email protected] • GY402 BE (Civil) w. nuigalway.ie/gy410 • GY201 Bachelor of Commerce

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY350 If you want a challenging career with excellent potential for future growth, working with some of the world’s most innovative Bachelor of Science companies, then this degree is the best possible start on that path (Computer Science This course provides in-depth coverage of core computer science and software engineering technologies, and a course structure and Information where you can study a range of next-generation technology areas, including digital media and games, data analytics, energy and Technology) medical and bio-informatics Computer science graduates are very well paid and employed across a wide variety of industry sectors.

COURSE FACTS YEAR TWO WORK PLACEMENT CAO Code: GY350 • Software Engineering All students undertake a work placement • Computer Systems and Organisation for a period of between three and eight Course Level: 8 • Database Systems months. This gives you an opportunity to Duration: 4 years • Mathematics work on projects relevant to Computer • Programming Science and Information Technology and Minimum Entry Points 2019: 425 • Networks and Data Communications signi� cantly improve your chances of Minimum A-Level Grades: • Object Oriented Programming (OOP) obtaining employment after graduation. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Data Structures and Algorithms In the unlikely event that no external YEAR THREE placement is available, students will Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Software Engineering be given projects on campus. We also Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in two • Programming provide opportunities for students to subjects and passes in four other subjects • Networks and Data Communications pursue international work placements. at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving Certi� cate, • Database Systems including Irish, English, Mathematics, and STUDY ABROAD • Organisation Innovation any three other subjects recognised for • Human-Computer Interaction Some students may undertake entry purposes. In addition, students • Programming Paradigms their work placements abroad. Also, must obtain a minimum Grade O2 or H6 • Next-Generation Technologies many of the companies that recruit in Mathematics or, alternatively, obtain a • Mathematics graduates of this programme are pass in the Engineering Maths Qualifying • Work Placement large multinational organisations. Exam (held in the University). YEAR FOUR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Final Year Project See page 177 for matriculation entry The digital age needs computer scientists, • Software Engineering requirements. and the career prospects for our • Distributed Systems and Co-Operative graduates are excellent. Our graduates Average Intake: 65 Computing are highly skilled and well equipped to • Advanced Professional Skills take on employment as professional YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • Real-Time Systems engineers, designers or consultants • Arti� cial Intelligence YEAR ONE in a range of organisations. Computer • Machine Learning and Data Mining science graduates are very well paid and • Computing Systems • Graphics and Image Processing are employed in every type of industry. • Algorithms and Information Systems • Modern Information Management • Fundamentals of Electrical and Electronic • Computer Security and Forensic Computing Engineering • Systems Modelling and Simulation • Programming • Introduction to Physics • Professional Skills • Mathematics “Computer Science and Information Technology is a fun, • Next-Generation Technologies exciting and challenging course where you are faced with interesting problems that require creative solutions.” Thomas McGarry, BSc (Computer Science and Information Technology)

FURTHER STUDY YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE nuigalway.ie/courses • GY401 Undenominated Engineering Information Technology, • GY406 BE (Electronic and Computer) Engineering and Informatics • GY301 Bachelor of Science t. +353 91 492143 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy350

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Work Placement Opportunity

“The work placement element has been a valuable part of my engineering degree at NUI Galway... Getting the opportunity to work with a company like Aerogen, in an industrial engineering setting, has provided me with a real insight into the professional world. Working with a company is very different to university life, but there is plenty of opportunity to build on skills learned during the semester. This work experience will be invaluable to me in deciding the direction of my career after graduation.“

Cathal Breathnach Computer Engineering Graduate (GY406)

Find out more about your Engineering work placement: https://tinyurl.com/ nuigEngineeringplacements

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Graduate Insight

“I have always had an interest in technology and engineering. After visiting the NUI Galway Open Days and seeing the state-of the-art engineering faculty as well as talking to current students about projects and research they were undertaking, the choice was obvious. The expansive course and highly regarded degree programme allowed me the opportunity and confidence to pursue a career in an industry I was always passionate about. I am now working as a Flight Simulator Engineering Planner with Ryanair. “

Daniel Nolan, Mechanical Engineering Graduate (GY405) See Daniel’s video at: tinyurl.com/DanielNolanEngineering

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College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

We work closely with our clinical partners, to provide programmes that are grounded in clinical expertise and cutting-edge research, to best prepare students to meet the challenges of a changing healthcare environment. Our research strives to improve healthcare by bringing tangible bene� ts to health and healthcare regionally, nationally and internationally Students will be given the opportunity to complete an elective summer research project under the supervision of a senior researcher and present their � ndings at the annual undergraduate research day. Many of our students present their work at international scienti� c conferences and we enjoy an excellent student-sta� publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Rachel Lyons 2nd Year Bachelor of Medicine (GY501), received the Massey Keegan Scholarship in 2017

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY501 Medicine has been taught at NUI Galway since 1849, and building on that tradition of teaching and research excellence, the medical curriculum in Bachelor of Galway is a modern, integrated, systems-based, modular course Medicine (MB) The innovative and relevant curriculum means that your learning is centred on the systems of the healthy body and the treatments required of Surgery (BCh) when these systems are a� ected by disease. This educational approach delivers very positive outcomes for our medical students, who are now and of leading strongly in national prize schemes, such as the Henry Hutchinson Stewart Medical Scholarships, a competition run annually in the NUI Obstetrics (BAO) universities across 16 di� erent categories and open to students of medicine and nursing and related health areas At NUI Galway, we aim to prepare you for practising medicine anywhere in the world by equipping you with the necessary clinical diagnostic and therapeutic skills. Your classmates will include the best students from all over the world who have chosen to study medicine at NUI Galway because of its long-established reputation for excellence and student support We promote community engagement through our volunteering programme, and students are supported in pursuing their sporting interests or even joining our talented Medical Orchestra or Choral Ensemble. Double Olympian sprinter Dr Paul Hession graduated from NUI Galway in 2014, and he is now training to be an anaesthetist We o� er a unique range of Special Study Modules in a wide range of topics, from Paramedic Skills to Medicine and the Arts. At NUI Galway, we are committed to helping you become the best doctor you can be, so that you can make a positive di� erence in the � eld of medicine. We also have an active undergraduate research programme.

COURSE FACTS Leaving Certi� cate Entry Requirements: This will include an assessment of their CAO Code: GY501 GY501 Medicine (5 years): In addition to the academic performance to date and an 6-year requirements, H4 in two of Biology, interview. Limited � nancial support is Course Level: 8 Chemistry, Physics, Physics/Chemistry, provided for the additional three Duration: 5, 6 or 8 years (refer below for Agricultural Science. For further details, years. The programme and the research requirements to enter all programmes) refer to the website: www.nuigalway.ie/ themes are agreed at the commencement medicine-nursing-and-health-sciences/ of the research. Please contact the Minimum Entry Points 2019: 726* medicine/undergraduatecourses/ for further details ([email protected]). Minimum A-level Grades: GY501 Medicine (6 years): Minimum Grade See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels H5 in two subjects and passes in four other A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: Minimum Points Requirement: 480 subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving See page 177 for matriculation entry points from the same sitting of the Certi� cate, including Irish, English, another requirements. language, Mathematics, a laboratory Leaving Certi� cate Examination. Additional Requirements: Students must science subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, (Applicants must achieve both the satisfy the Garda/police vetting Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or required subjects and the points in and medical clearance requirements. the same sitting.) Completion of the Agricultural Science), and any other subject required Admissions Test (HPAT-Ireland). recognised for entry purposes. Average Intake: 120 Minimum A-Level Grades: (A*A A) or GY501 Medicine (8 years): Students equivalent combination plus HPAT- entering the medical programme have the Ireland Test results (minimum combined opportunity also to engage in a PhD degree score for 2019 was 726.) *(Not all through a period of dedicated research, students who received these points so that after successful completion of a were awarded a place.) period that is likely to be eight years, both the medical degree and PhD are conferred. Students of the medical programme who are interested in doing a PhD will undergo a selection process at the mid-point of their medical studies.

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YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR CLINICAL PLACEMENT

FOUNDATION YEAR All students spend one full clinical year • Physics at one of NUI Galway’s four medical • Chemistry academies–Mayo University Hospital, • Biology Castlebar; Letterkenny University • Foundations of Medicine Hospital; Portiuncula Hospital Ballinasloe; or Sligo University Hospital. Our team of YEAR ONE highly quali� ed and experienced medical • Anatomy educators are committed to nurturing • Biochemistry individual students and helping them to • Pharmacology ful� l their potential. We provide high-quality • Physiology instruction, using the latest technologies • Cardiovascular System in our state-of-the-art facilities and • Gastro-intestinal System throughout this network of purpose-built • Human Nutrition medical academies. • Renal System STUDY ABROAD • Respiratory System • Professionalism There are ample opportunities to travel to YEAR TWO other European countries on our Erasmus • Central Nervous System programme and to complete clinical • Endocrinology electives in developing countries. • Genetics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Molecular Medicine • Reproduction and Development Our Medicine graduates � nd employment • Drugs and Disease in diverse areas, such as: • Health and Disease • Hospitals • Organ Failure • Private practice • Professionalism • Education and research YEARS THREE-FIVE • Community rehabilitation services • Clinical Laboratory Sciences: • Pharmaceutical companies · Pathology POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT PROGRAMMES · Microbiology · Public Health Postgraduate Diploma and Master’s in Health • Clinical Disciplines: Sciences (Clinical Education) · · Medicine Postgraduate Certi� cate · Surgery (Clinical Primary Care) · · Paediatrics MSc in Surgery · · Psychiatry MSc in Medical Science · · Obstetrics and Gynaecology MSc in Interventional Cardiovascular · General Practice Medicine · · Anaesthesia MSc in Diabetes · · Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery MSc in Preventive Cardiology · · Ophthalmology Masters in Healthcare Simulation • Radiology & Patient Safety · • Junior Internship Master of Science (Multidisciplinary • Preparedness for Clinical Practice Radiology) · Master of Science (Regenerative Medicine) · Master of Science (Medical Physics) · Master of Science (Clinical Research) · MSc Cellular Manufacturing and Therapy · Master of Science (Microscopy and Imaging) · Master of Science (Exercise Physiology and its application in Therapy) · Master of Science (Cheminformatics and Toxicology · Masters in Healthcare Simulation

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FACILITIES FOR MEDICINE AT NUI GALWAY The Human Biology Building is a four- storey building with a gross � oor area of 8,200 m² housing the disciplines of Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology and Therapeutics. The purpose of the building is to provide a facility in which all of these disciplines are within a research-led environment, and to: • Deliver core preclinical curricula to Medical and Health Science students • Deliver core curricula to Science, Biomedical Science and Engineering students • Provide a venue for postgraduate taught master’s degrees • Provide a venue for discipline-speci� c training in third and forth years.

The building has been designed as a teaching and research facility with accommodation including undergraduate teaching laboratories, research laboratories, o� ces, open-plan, write-up spaces, meeting rooms, tiered lecture theatres and other ancillary facilities. This facility has greatly enhanced teaching and research across disciplines, providing our students with access to cutting-edge research and learning opportunities.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY502 Occupational therapists work with children and adults with acquired conditions such as stroke or spinal cord injury, with mental health issues, Bachelor or with congenital illnesses such as cerebral palsy or spina bi� da, among of Science other disorders Occupational therapists aim to facilitate independence in daily (Occupational ‘occupations’, such as self-care, work, � nancial management, leisure pursuits and education Therapy) As part of the course, students complete 1,000 hours of practice education and can avail of the opportunity to go on an international placement.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY502 YEAR ONE Students will be expected to engage in experiential learning for practical and Course Level: 8 • Principles for Practice/ Fundamentals • Psychology clinical teaching. Students are required Duration: 4 years • Human Body Structure to complete 1,000 hours of Practice Education successfully under the Minimum Entry Points 2019: 532 • Human Body Function • Mental Health 1 supervision of a quali� ed occupational Minimum A-Level Grades: • Mental Health 2 therapist. Practice Education is a See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Enabling Occupation—Physical Disability placement that involves the student learning under the supervision of an Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Group Work and Professional Skills occupational therapist in a practice setting. Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR TWO Practice Education takes place at the end two subjects and passes in four other • Fundamentals of Occupational Therapy of Semester 2 in � rst year (one week), subjects at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving • Neuroanatomy Semester 2 in second year (1 x 8 weeks), Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Neurophysiology Semester 2 in third year (1 x 8 weeks) and another language, Mathematics, • Health Psychology Semester 1 in fourth year (2 x 8 weeks). a laboratory science subject (i.e., • Enabling Occupation—Paediatrics STUDY ABROAD Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics • Enabling Occupation—Intellectual Disability with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural • Social Policy Students can also avail of the opportunity Science), and any other subject • Occupational Science to go on an international placement. recognised for entry purposes. • Communication for Practice Students have previously availed of work A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Practice Education (work placement) 1 placements overseas in the UK, Germany See page 177 for matriculation entry • Case Study 1 India, Australia and Belgium. requirements. YEAR THREE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Additional Requirements: Students • Cognitive Neuropsychology • Evidence-Based Practice Graduates of the degree course will have must satisfy the Garda/police vetting an internationally recognised professional and medical clearance requirements. • Enabling Occupation in the Community • Standardised Testing in Occupational Therapy quali� cation and may work in a variety Students must satisfy the English • Enabling Occupation for Older Adults of settings such as hospitals, voluntary Language Requirements where English • Community Engagement organisations, mental health services, is not their � rst language. • Research Methods child and adolescent services, physical and sensory services, community rehabilitation, Average Intake: 25 • Neurology • Practice Education (work placement) 2 and disability services. • Case Study 2 FURTHER STUDY YEAR FOUR There are a number of opportunities for • Practice Education (work placement) 3 and 4 further postgraduate studies including • Case Study 3 and 4 MPhil and PhD. • Management and Leadership • Preparation for Practice • Research Project

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY503 Speech and language therapy is an exciting and dynamic healthcare profession, focused on improving the quality of life of people living with Bachelor of communication and swallowing disorders Science Speech and language therapists work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, primary care health centres and schools (Speech and Students are required to complete a minimum of 450 hours of clinical education. This is fully incorporated into our degree course so once you Language Therapy) graduate you are fully eligible to register with CORU (the regulatory body for health and social care professionals in Ireland) and IASLT (the professional body for speech and language therapy in Ireland) Students undertake part of their placement in the teaching and research clinic located on the university campus.

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CAO Code: GY503 YEAR ONE Students will be expected to engage in experiential learning for practical and Course Level: 8 • Psychology 1 clinical teaching. Throughout the course, • Human Body Structure Duration: 4 years there is a combination of one-day weekly • Human Body Function placements in the on-site teaching and Minimum Entry Points 2019: 532 • Practice Education 1 research clinic at the University as well as • Professional Studies 1 Minimum A-Level Grades: block placements in a variety of healthcare • Linguistics 1 See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels settings, such as primary care clinics, acute • Phonetics and Phonology hospitals and disability settings. Students • Communication Impairments and Dysphagia 1 Leaving Certi� cate Entry are given the opportunity to learn under Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR TWO the supervision of a quali� ed speech and two subjects and passes in four other • Psychology 2 language therapist. Students may subjects at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving • Neuroanatomy be asked to undertake placements Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Neurophysiology anywhere in Ireland. another language, Mathematics, • Practice Education 2 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES a laboratory science subject (i.e., • Professional Studies 2 Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics • Research Methodology 2 Graduates will have a professional with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural • Linguistics 2 quali� cation in speech and language Science), and any other subject • Communication Impairments and Dysphagia 2 therapy and are quali� ed to practice in recognised for entry purposes. YEAR THREE Ireland. Graduates who wish to work overseas must meet the speci� c A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Psychology 3 professional and regulatory requirements See page 177 for matriculation entry • Practice Education 3 of the country they wish to work in. Speech requirements. • Professional Studies 3 and language therapists may work in a • Research Methodology 3 Additional Requirements: Students range of settings such as community • Linguistics 3 must satisfy the Garda/police vetting clinics/health centres, hospitals, • Communication Impairments and Dysphagia 3 and medical clearance requirements. rehabilitation centres, people’s homes, YEAR FOUR Students must satisfy the English child development centres, mainstream Language Requirements where English • Practice Education 4 and special schools, and language classes. is not their � rst language. • Professional Studies 4 Average Intake: 25 • Research Methodology 4

FURTHER STUDY There are a range of postgraduate taught programmes available in NUI Galway (e.g., MSc Advanced Healthcare Practice and Research and MSc Childhood Speech, Language and Communication Needs). There are also opportunities to register for MPhil and PhD programmes in NUI Galway.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY504 Podiatric Medicine is a healthcare profession that specialises in the management of diseases and disorders of the lower limb and foot. Bachelor of Podiatrists are educated in diagnosis, planning and implementing Science of interventions for all age groups The course is the only such professionally accredited quali� cation (Podiatric of its kind in Ireland If you would like to know if a career as a podiatrist is for you, Medicine) why not take part in our shadowing programme at Merlin Park Podiatry Clinic in Galway.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY504 YEAR ONE All students are required to complete 1,000 hours of clinical practice successfully under Course Level: 8 • Podiatric Medicine 1 • Podiatric Dermatology the supervision of quali� ed podiatrists. Duration: 4 years • Human Body Structure Clinical practice is integrated into each year of the programme and primarily takes place Minimum Entry Points 2019: 434 • Gross Anatomy of the Lower Limb • Human Body Function in Merlin Park Podiatry Clinic based at Merlin Minimum A-Level Grades: • Professional Development Park Hospital, Galway. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Rede� ning Health and Wellbeing STUDY ABROAD • Lower Limb Kinematics Leaving Certi� cate Entry There are also opportunities for national YEAR TWO Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in and international placements within the two subjects and passes in four other • Podiatric Medicine 2 programme, including the possibility of a subjects at O6/H7 Level in the Leaving • Lower Extremity Wounds student exchange with New York College of Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Applied Pathophysiology Podiatric Medicine. another language, Mathematics, • Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES a laboratory science subject (i.e., • Evidence-Based Practice Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics • Health Promotion You will work alongside other health with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural • Microbiology professionals, such as doctors, nurses, Science), and any other subject • Endocrinology physiotherapists and orthotists. recognised for entry purposes. YEAR THREE Speci� c areas of specialism within A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Podiatric Medicine 3 podiatric medicine include musculoskeletal See page 177 for matriculation entry • Medicine and Surgery conditions, biomechanics, sports requirements. • Pharmacology in Health and Disease injuries, diabetes, vascular conditions, rheumatology, wound care and minor Additional Requirements: Students • Research Methods and Design • Podopaediatrics surgery. Graduates will have a professional must satisfy the Garda/police vetting quali� cation and may work in a variety of and medical clearance requirements. • Orthopaedics • Introduction to Pharmacology settings such as: hospitals, sports clinics, Average Intake: 25 • Biostatistics GP practices, nursing homes, private practice, education and research, and YEAR FOUR community rehabilitation services. • Podiatric Medicine 4 • Skills for Practice • High Risk Limb • Research Dissertation • Working with Vulnerable Adults • Contemporary Practice

FURTHER STUDY There are a number of opportunities for further, postgraduate studies including MSc, MPhil and PhD. “The practical element gives YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE you patient contact from the first year to develop the • GY303 Biomedical Science Podiatric Medicine, skills required to practise as a • GY502 Occupational Therapy School of Health Sciences • GY515 Bachelor of Nursing Science (General) t. podiatrist.” +353 91 495814 e. [email protected] Veronica Smith, w. nuigalway.ie/gy504 BSc (Podiatric Medicine) 136 COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY515 The role of the general nurse is to assist with the health and wellbeing of persons experiencing a change in their health status or a change in life Bachelor processes, considering their physical, psychological, emotional, social of Nursing and spiritual needs The course provides an excellent foundation in the theory and practice Science (General) skills required for contemporary nursing and enables students to become knowledgeable, competent, safe and highly skilled practitioners On graduation, students are eligible for registration on the General Nursing Division of the Nurses’ Register, maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

CAO Code: GY515 YEARS ONE—THREE There are international and European opportunities for students available Course Level: 8 • Biological Sciences through the Erasmus Programme and • Social Sciences other international partnerships with, Duration: 4 years • Nursing Theory for example, Barcelona, Africa, Fair� eld Minimum Entry Points 2019: 442 • Nursing Practice University, USA, and Case Western • Health Promotion University, USA. Minimum A-Level Grades: • Research See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels YEAR FOUR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Research Nurses have the opportunity to work Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Leading and Developing Practice in a variety of settings in the hospital and two subjects and passes in four other • Clinical/Theory Instruction the community. subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Salaried Clinical Internship (36 weeks) Certi� cate, including Irish, English, The Bachelor of Nursing Science degree Mathematics, a laboratory science WORK PLACEMENT is recognised internationally, and many subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, nurses choose to work overseas to Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Year four comprises clinical/theory broaden their experience. Agricultural Science), and any two other instruction in Semester 1 and a 36-week subjects recognised for entry purposes. internship in clinical practice, which runs from January to September. During this A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: period, the student will be an employee See page 177 for matriculation entry of the Saolta University Health Care requirements. Group and paid a salary. Students have Additional Requirements: All successful the opportunity to take advantage of the applicants who are o� ered places various areas of expertise available within on the degree programme will be Saolta University Health Care Group mainly required to have medical screening and in University Hospital Galway, Portiuncula Garda vetting; this will include medical University Hospital and Merlin Park assessment, screening and, if necessary, University Hospital. vaccination prior to the � rst clinical placement, in accordance with the policies of NUI Galway and the Saolta FURTHER STUDY University Health Care Group. Graduates have the option to study a variety of nursing programmes at postgraduate, Average Intake: 69 diploma, masters and PhD levels, for example: Master of Health Sciences (Nursing Education) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/nursing-midwifery-education.html Master of Science in Nursing (Advanced Practice Nursing) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/advanced-practice-nursing.html Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (Emergency Care) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/nursing-emergency-care.html “Throughout my training I have made life long friends, had the YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE opportunity to travel, study • GY516 Bachelor of Mental Health Nursing School of Nursing and Midwifery abroad and learned the skills • GY517 Bachelor of Midwifery Science t. • AS130 Bachelor of Nursing Science +353 91 493432 required for a career in nursing” e. [email protected] (Intellectual Disability) w. Caoimhe Staunton, Bachelor of Nursing nuigalway.ie/gy515 Science (General) 137 COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY516 Mental health nursing aims to assist people experiencing mental-health issues to recover and to promote mental health Bachelor of and well-being Mental Health This course is o� ered in partnership with Galway Roscommon Psychiatric Services and the Saolta University Health Care Group Nursing Students undertake a paid clinical placement in their fourth year On graduation students are eligible for registration on the Psychiatric Division of the Nurses’ Register, maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR WORK PLACEMENT

CAO Code: GY516 YEARS ONE—THREE Students undertake a 36-week clinical internship in Semester 2 in fourth year. Course Level: 8 • Biological Sciences • Social Sciences Clinical practice modules require students Duration: 4 years • Mental Health Nursing Theory to complete clinical placements within the Saolta University Health Care Group. While Minimum Entry Points 2019: 402 • Mental Health Nursing Skills • Mental Health Nursing Practice on clinical placements, students will be Minimum A-Level Grades: • Mental Health Promotion supervised by an appropriately trained nurse. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Research STUDY ABROAD YEAR FOUR Leaving Certi� cate Entry There are international and European Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Research opportunities for students available two subjects and passes in four other • Leading and Developing Practice through the Erasmus Programme and subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Clinical/Theory Instruction other international partnerships with, for Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Clinical Internship (36 weeks) example, Barcelona, Fair� eld University Mathematics, a laboratory science USA, Case Western, USA and Africa. subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Agricultural Science), and any two other Graduates will be in a position to work in subjects recognised for entry purposes. a variety of settings, including; in-patient A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: mental health services, community mental See page 177 for matriculation entry health services, child and adolescent requirements. services, voluntary organisations, recovery and rehabilitation services, mental health Additional Requirements: All successful services for older people, research and applicants who are o� ered places nursing education. on the degree programme will be required to have medical screening “NUI Galway has provided me with lifelong learning and Garda vetting; this will include skills. The staff and facilities are top class and the medical assessment, screening, and, if necessary, vaccination prior to the � rst diverse range of clinical placements has enabled me clinical placement, in accordance with to explore the many different career pathways in the policies of NUI Galway and the HSE mental health nursing” West/ Northwest Hospitals Group. Aoife Conroy, Bachelor of Mental Health Nursing Average Intake: 30 FURTHER STUDY Graduates have the option to study a variety of nursing programmes at postgraduate diploma, masters and PhD levels, for example:

Master of Health Sciences (Nursing Education) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/nursing-midwifery-education.html Master of Science in Nursing (Advanced Practice Nursing) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/advanced-practice-nursing.html

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY517 The midwifery degree course consists of theoretical and clinical modules, Bachelor of during which students learn the art and science of midwifery On graduation, students are eligible for registration on the Midwifery Midwifery Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives, maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) Science Students get a broad range of clinical experience in four di� erent clinical placement sites: University Hospital Galway, Mayo University Hospital, Portiuncula University Hospital Ballinasloe and Sligo University Hospital.

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CAO Code: GY517 YEARS ONE—THREE Clinical practice modules require students to be in clinical practice for 35 hours Course Level: 8 • Theory and Clinical Modules · Biological Sciences per week. While on clinical placements, Duration: 4 years · Social Sciences students will be supervised by a midwife who has been specially trained to guide Minimum Entry Points 2019: 440 · Midwifery Skills · Midwifery Studies and direct student learning and act as Minimum A-Level Grades: · Research a preceptor to the student. Year four See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels · Clinical modules comprises clinical/theory instruction in Semester 1 and a 36-week internship in Leaving Certi� cate Entry YEAR FOUR clinical practice, which runs from January Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in Semester 1 to September. During this period, the two subjects and passes in four other • Theory and Clinical Modules student will be an employee of the Saolta subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving · Health Care Group and will be Certi� cate, including Irish, English, · Leading and Developing Practice paid a salary. Mathematics, a laboratory science · Clinical Modules subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Students who are required to travel to Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Semester 2 distant placements may apply to the Agricultural Science), and any two other • Clinical Practice Internship (36 weeks) Saolta University Health Care Group subjects recognised for entry purposes. for support in meeting travel and accommodation costs. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: See page 177 for matriculation entry CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. Midwives have the opportunity to work Additional Requirements: All successful in a variety of settings in the hospital applicants who are o� ered places and the community. There are many on the degree programme will be career opportunities for midwives in required to have medical screening and both hospital and community settings Garda vetting; this will include medical in Ireland and abroad. assessment, screening and, if necessary, vaccination prior to the � rst clinical placement, in accordance with the policies of NUI Galway and the Saolta University Health Care Group. Average Intake: 20

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? AS110 This degree course is o� ered in partnership with the Saolta University Bachelor Health Care Group On graduation, students are eligible for registration on the General of Nursing Nursing Division of the Nurses’ Register, maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) Science (General) Students may spend up to 12 weeks in their third year on placement in an EU clinical setting as part of the Erasmus+ programme.

LOCATION: ST. ANGELA’S COLLEGE, SLIGO

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CAO Code: AS110 A NUMBER OF CORE THEMES ARE The � rst three years are run within the COVERED OVER THE FOUR YEARS academic year and include a combination Course Level: 8 INCLUDING: of theory modules and practice modules. Duration: 4 years • Biological Sciences Practice modules require students to be in clinical practice for 35 hours per week. Year Minimum Entry Points 2019: 398 • Social Sciences • Theory and Practice of Nursing Four comprises clinical/ theory instruction Minimum A-Level Grades: across the Lifespan in semester one and a 36- week internship See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Nursing Practice and Clinical Decision Making of clinical practice, which runs from January • Pharmacology to September. During this period, the Leaving Certi� cate Entry student will be an employee of the Saolta Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Communication • Health Promotion University Health Care Group and paid a two subjects and passes in four other salary. subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Older Person Care Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Leadership STUDY ABROAD • Research Mathematics, a laboratory science There are international and European SEMESTER 2 OF FOURTH YEAR subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, opportunities for students available Physics with Chemistry (joint) or • Practice internship which runs over 36 weeks through the Erasmus+ Programme Agricultural Science), and any two other and other international partnerships subjects recognised for entry purposes. “An excellent course with, for example, Finland, Spain, A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: that initiates lifelong England and California. See page 177 for matriculation entry friendship.. and CAREER OPPORTUNITIES requirements. offers invaluable Nurses have the opportunity to work in a Additional Requirements: Students work placement variety of settings in the hospital and the must satisfy Garda/police vetting and opportunities...” community. This degree is recognised medical clearance requirements. Laura Connolly, Bachelor internationally and many nurses choose to Average Intake: 35 of Nursing Science (General) work overseas to broaden their experience.

FURTHER STUDY Graduates have the option to study a variety of nursing programmes at postgraduate, diploma, masters and PhD levels, for example: Master of Health Sciences (Nursing Education) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/nursing-midwifery-education.html Master of Science in Nursing (Advanced Practice Nursing) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/advanced-practice-nursing.html Master/Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (Emergency Care) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/nursing-emergency-care.html YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Post Graduate Dip (Applied Health & Wellness Coaching): www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie • AS130 Bachelor of Nursing Science (Intellectual Disability) Post graduate Dip Masters in Health Science • GY515 Bachelor of Nursing Science www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie (General) Masters in Disability Studies • GY504 Bachelor of Science www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie (Podiatric Medicine) Information about NUIG postgraduate taught courses online can be found here: FIND OUT MORE www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taughtpostgraduate-courses/ t. +353 71 9135617 e. [email protected] 140 w. www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES

AS130 WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? This course is o� ered in partnership with the regional Health Service Executive (HSE) Intellectual Disability and Autism services, voluntary Bachelor of bodies and special education units in schools Nursing Science In Year 4, our students participate in a 36-week internship which runs from January to September. During this period, the student will be an (Intellectual employee of the regional HSE Intellectual Disability and Autism Services and paid a salary Disability) Students may spend up to 12 weeks in Year 3 on placement in an EU LOCATION: ST. ANGELA’S COLLEGE, SLIGO clinical setting as part of the Erasmus+ programme.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR practice for 35 hours per week. Year Four comprises clinical/theory instruction in CAO Code: AS130 The Bachelor of Nursing Science (Intellectual semester one and a 36-week internship Disability) is a four-year degree programme Course Level: 8 which runs from January to September. o� ered in partnership with the regional Health During this period, the student will be an Duration: 4 years Service Executive (HSE) Intellectual Disability and employee of the regional HSE Intellectual Autism services; Brothers of Charity Services, Minimum Entry Points 2019: 320 Disability and Autism Services and paid a Galway and Roscommon; voluntary bodies and salary. Minimum A-Level Grades: special education units in schools. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels STUDY ABROAD EIGHT CORE THEMES ARE COVERED Leaving Certi� cate Entry OVER THE FOUR YEARS: There are international and European Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Biological and Social Sciences opportunities for students available two subjects and passes in four other • Research through the Erasmus+ Programme subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • The Profession of Nursing and other international partnerships Certi� cate, including Irish, English, • Health Promotion with, for example, Finland, Spain, England Mathematics, a laboratory science • Leadership and Team Working and California. subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, • Intellectual Disability Nursing Studies across CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Physics with Chemistry (joint) or the Lifespan Agricultural Science), and any two other • Intellectual Disability Nursing Practice across The programme provides graduates with subjects recognised for entry purposes. the Lifespan an academic and professional quali� cation. Graduates can work in a variety of settings A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Communication, Life and Social Skills – community homes; residential settings; See page 177 for matriculation entry Development schools, training organisations; and requirements. SEMESTER 2 OF FOURTH YEAR individuals’ homes. In addition, the degree Additional Requirements: Students • Practice Internship (36 weeks) is recognised internationally so graduates must satisfy Garda/police vetting and WORK PLACEMENT can work all over the world. medical clearance requirements. The � rst three years are run within the Average Intake: 20 academic year and include a combination of theory modules and practice modules. Practice modules require students to be in

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Graduates have the option to study a variety of nursing programmes at postgraduate diploma, masters and PhD levels, for example: Master of Health Sciences (Nursing Education) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/nursing-midwifery-education.html Master of Science in Nursing (Advanced Practice Nursing) www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/advanced-practice-nursing.html “The course provided me Post Graduate Diploma (Applied Health & Wellness Coaching) with a variety of clinical www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie placements that enhanced my Post graduate Dip Masters in Health Science www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie confidence, learning and overall Masters in Disability Studies www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie understanding of working with individuals with an Information about NUIG postgraduate taught courses online can be found here: www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taughtpostgraduatecourses/ intellectual disability.” YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE Anne Marie Kelly, Bachelor of Nursing t. Science (Intellectual Disability) • AS110 Bachelor of Nursing Science (General) +353 71 9135617 e. • GY516 Bachelor of Mental Health Nursing [email protected] w. www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie 141 COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES

Graduate Insight

“Galway has a unique environment which is ideal for all aspects of college life. Everyone is very friendly, the city is compact so everything is within walking distance, and there is ample opportunity for socialising. Studying medicine in Galway was brilliant. I started in Foundation Year (i.e., the six- year course) which gave me time to find my feet, make lots of friends, and realise that I had chosen the right course for me. The School of Medicine in NUI Galway encourages early clinical exposure and contact with patients, which translates to confidence in later years when starting work as an intern. I also spent one year in an academy in Donegal (other options include Mayo, Sligo and Portiuncula) and this was another opportunity to make better friends with a smaller group as well as develop skills in an environment with even more direct tutoring.”

Darragh Browne, Medicine Graduate, GY501.

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College of Science

At NUI Galway, the Bachelor of Science degrees are research-led programmes which are structured yet � exible, allowing students to take a variety of subjects and explore their interests and passions, providing a sound basis for a variety of careers.

Jonathan Adeleye Bachelor of Science (GY301)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY301 This is the most popular degree in the College of Science This degree allows you to specialise step by step as you progress from Bachelor of year to year. It is the ideal choice for students who want to explore their Science scienti� c interests further before committing to a particular specialism With clear pathways to nineteen di� erent degree-level specialisations across the full range of scienti� c activities, this degree is a great choice for students who already have one of these destinations in mind Industry leaders point to the need for more science graduates to retain and build on the economy’s competitiveness. With climate change and on-going food and energy resource challenges alongside the demand for sustainable development, the requirement for scienti� c solutions to the problems mankind faces is as great as ever.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD

CAO Code: GY301 YEAR ONE Students have the opportunity to apply to spend one semester of third year in the Course Level: 8 Students are provided with a foundation USA (e.g., University of California or John in science and take four modules selected from: Duration: 4 years Carroll University, Ohio) or in Asia (e.g., • Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Hong Kong University of Science Minimum Entry Points 2019: 400 Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics. and Technology). YEARS TWO, THREE AND FOUR Minimum A-Level Grades: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Students generally take 3 pathways in 2nd year, 2 pathways in 3rd Year and specialise A degree in science provides you with Leaving Certi� cate Entry in 1 pathway in 4th Year. the potential to develop a wide variety Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • A variety of electives are off ered across all of skills. Students fi nd employment in two subjects and passes in four other years depending on pathway choices. areas such as general industry, information subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • A quota system applies to 2nd Year pathways. technology (IT), government, regulatory Certifi cate, including Irish, English, Pathways: aff airs, investment banking, consulting, Mathematics, a laboratory science marketing, research and third-level subject (i.e., Chemistry, Physics, Biology, • Anatomy • Applied Mathematics education. Some careers of Physics with Chemistry (joint), Computer graduates include: Science or Agricultural Science) and any • Biochemistry two other subjects recognised for entry • Botany and Plant Science • Medical Device Researcher purposes. • Chemistry • Ecologist • Computing • Lab Technician A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Data Science • Research Scientist See page 177 for matriculation entry • Earth and Ocean Sciences • Software Engineer requirements. • Mathematics • Data Analyst Average Intake: 300 • Mathematics and Applied Mathematics • Science Journalist • Mathematical Studies and Computing • Quality Controller • Mathematics and Computing • Science Outreach O� cer • Medicinal Chemistry • Environmental Consultant • Microbiology • Microbiologist • Pharmacology • Science Teacher • Physics and Applied Physics • Financial/Business Analyst • Physiology • Scientifi c Sales Representative • Plant and AgriBiosciences • Meteorologist • Zoology

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Our science graduates are seen by industry representatives as diligent, intelligent, hardworking and adaptable. Hence, it is possible to undertake successful career changes. A science degree equips you with the ability to learn, think independently and critically, and adapt to changing situations. Further details on career opportunities are listed under each subject area below. FURTHER STUDY nuigalway.ie/courses/taught- postgraduate-courses/ FIND OUT MORE College of Science t. +353 91 492182 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy301

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• BSc GY308 Environmental Science • BSc GY320 Physics, Astrophysics, Biomedical, Theoretical • BSc GY313 Environmental Health and Safety

The following pages will give you a short insight into the degree pathways available with a Bachelor of Science degree at NUI Galway.

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Pathway Descriptions and Career Opportunities

ANATOMY BIOCHEMISTRY and applications of plants and algae are studied through integrated lecture and WHY ANATOMY AT NUI GALWAY? WHY BIOCHEMISTRY AT NUI GALWAY? practical modules exploring ecosystems, Anatomy is for those interested in the If you are interested in the biological communities, species, individuals, tissues, intricacies of the body. Anatomists sciences, have an enquiring mind and cells and molecules (e.g., genetics, specifically deal with the structure of the want to understand living processes molecular biology and biochemistry). human body, from the whole organism at a molecular level, the Biochemistry CAREER OPPORTUNITIES down to the nanoscale, subcellular course should be of interest to you. level. The modules offered cover the There are many exciting developments A Botany and Plant Science degree ideally microscopical study of cells and tissues underway in biochemistry, for example, positions students for emerging, and (histology/cell biology), embryonic the sequencing of the human and other rapidly growing, ‘green’ economy and development (embryology), the brain genomes, advances in stem cell research ‘blue’ (marine) economy opportunities and the development of new nanoscale and nervous system (neuroanatomy) and across a range of industries and sectors. technologies that allow biochemists to These include marine/plant biotechnology, comprehensive human dissection (gross study life in ever more detail. There are new food, fermentation, drug discovery, anatomy). Students specialising in anatomy openings for applying this knowledge in genetics, wildlife protection, ecology, are trained in advanced research and the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, environmental monitoring, biodiversity, biological imaging techniques. in the development of useful new products bioenergy and agriculture. Past graduates What careers does a degree in anatomy and in developing novel drugs that can, for work in education, science journalism, lead to? Graduates in Anatomy have example, combat viruses and treat cancer conservation and habitat restoration, established successful careers in education and many other conditions. sustainable development, regulatory and biomedical research; a proportion affairs and government policy sectors. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES of graduates have chosen to undertake The diverse graduate employment further training in healthcare and Graduates in Biochemistry have many opportunities range from environmental related fields. career opportunities in the bioscience organisations (e.g., National Parks and sector, including the biotechnology and Wildlife Services, Environmental Protection APPLIED MATHEMATICS pharmaceutical industries, biomedical and Agency, conservation consultancy) to WHY MATHEMATICS AT NUI GALWAY? forensics laboratories, the agribusiness education (second and third level), research sector, the nutrition and food industry institutes (e.g., Marine Institute) and food/ Applied mathematics uses mathematical and scientific policy making. There are biotech industries. tools and models to address real-world also opportunities in complementary CHEMISTRY problems. It helps to explain and describe careers, including sales and marketing, what we know and, possibly, to predict what science journalism and teaching. Many WHY CHEMISTRY AT NUI GALWAY? we don’t know about a given set of objects graduates also go on to further research Chemistry is a central subject in science or circumstances. Applied Mathematics at for MSc and PhD degrees or to obtain other and is useful to those who specialise NUI Galway includes courses in advanced postgraduate qualifications. mathematical methods, modelling, in many other subjects. It provides an mechanics, quantum mechanics, Biochemistry graduates can also apply for important contribution to solving the dynamical systems, nonlinear elasticity, graduate entry degrees in, for example, needs of society and can provide the cosmology and general relativity, medicine or pharmacy. knowledge for economic development, electromagnetism, fluid mechanics and BOTANY AND PLANT SCIENCE with applications in computing, medical numerical analysis, all geared toward devices, materials, energy, nanotechnology, inter-disciplinary applications. WHY BOTANY AND PLANT SCIENCE biotechnology, drug discovery, AT NUI GALWAY? pharmaceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, the CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Plant science knowledge and innovation is environment, biology and medicine. The Being able to develop mathematical critically important to meet the resource broadly educated chemist can focus on models and apply them in practical settings needs of the growing human population: to core topics as well as work with biologists, will prove extremely useful career wise. ensure future sustainable development on physicists, clinicians and engineers. The Graduates have found employment our planet, and to protect our environment School of Chemistry at NUI Galway has in computer software and hardware as plants are threatened by anthropogenic expertise in many of these areas, and the companies, in the telecommunications impacts and climate change. Botany and BSc in Chemistry provides an education sector, in financial and actuarial institutions, Plant Science is the study of plants and which graduates can use to pursue a variety in teaching, and in pursuing research at other photosynthetic organisms (e.g., of careers. The Chemistry BSc programme postgraduate level in Ireland and abroad. algae) across all environments (terrestrial, has received international accreditation freshwater, marine) and the organisms by the Royal Society of Chemistry. with which they interact in the natural Students can compete for industrial world. At NUI Galway, the diversity, function placements in Year 3.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES study of data, how they are collected, A wide variety of employment stored, accessed, visualised, modelled and opportunities are available for chemistry ultimately used to inform decision making graduates, in areas such as the chemical by turning data into intelligence. and (bio) pharmaceutical industries, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES forensics, local and central government, environmental services and education. Data Scientists are in great demand Those interested in research can obtain nationally and internationally in all postgraduate qualifications in chemistry domains where data are collected. As the and work in academic institutions, application areas for data science are very government agencies or industry. broad, you can work in a field that sparks Chemistry graduates are also found to your own personal interest such as health be employable in other areas, where the care, social science, entertainment, sports, skills they have acquired are highly valued by genomics, business, intelligence, security a wide range of employers. These include, and academia. but are not limited to, banking, marketing, EARTH AND OCEAN SCIENCES technical writing, journalism and the wider public sector. WHY EARTH AND OCEAN SCIENCES AT NUI GALWAY? COMPUTING Earth and ocean sciences involve the study WHY COMPUTING AT NUI GALWAY? of the physical and chemical processes that affect planet earth and its oceans, Computer science is the study of how the management and conservation of computers work and how to use them to resources, and the study of past and solve problems. With the advances being present environments. Four sub-disciplines made in computer technology, this is an are included: geology, geophysics, exciting area to be involved in. Computer hydrogeology and oceanography. science typically involves creating CAREER OPPORTUNITIES mathematical models and implementing these in software. As well as programming Graduates with a degree in earth and ocean skills, it requires an understanding of sciences can find a career in a wide range of computational techniques, approximation earth and marine environmental subjects and numerical methods. You will begin which span; hazard assessment; mineral and hydrocarbon resource prospecting and by studying computer programming, extraction and environmental assessment computer hardware and software design. and protection, including water resource You will also study logic and algorithms, protection and flood risk assessment. operating systems (Windows and Linux), networking and communications, and GEOLOGY security and cryptography, and become WHY GEOLOGY AT NUI GALWAY? familiar with commercial scientific software Geology is the study of the earth beneath for symbolic and numeric computation. our feet, from the surface to the centre of CAREER OPPORTUNITIES our planet. It underpins hazard assessment, Many graduates work directly in the aggregate, mineral, oil and water resource information technology (IT) industry, prospecting, and civil engineering particularly in programming, software applications, serving the needs of our development and communications. industrial and technological society while, An increasing number are working in at the same time, building awareness of the financial services, where their computer need to protect the natural environment. programming skills and problem-solving CAREER OPPORTUNITIES abilities are valued. They are also well placed Graduates in Geology will typically find for careers in areas like education, banking, employment in the petroleum and mineral data science, and the public sector. exploration industries, national geological DATA SCIENCE surveys, environmental assessment organisations, consulting companies, WHY DATA SCIENCE AT NUI GALWAY? remote-sensing firms and third-level The 21st Century has brought new teaching and research. challenges in the storage and analysis of GEOPHYSICS information due to the staggering amount of data being generated. Data Science is WHY GEOPHYSICS AT NUI GALWAY? the new and exciting interdisciplinary field Geophysics is the application of physics that has emerged as a consequence of this to the investigation of the earth and data revolution. Such ‘modern’ data come its surrounding planets. Geophysical in many new forms from digital images techniques are used in the geological, to audio to text. It is an interdisciplinary hydrological, atmospheric, ocean and subject with courses in statistics, computer space sciences. In NUI Galway, geophysics science and mathematics involving the 149 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

WHY MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY focuses on plate tectonics and the renewable energy resources and AT NUI GALWAY? structure and dynamics of the seabed; on climate research. environmental geophysics (how cultural Medicinal chemists play vital roles in drug and natural processes affect one another); discovery and development. They are vital CAREER OPPORTUNITIES and on the commercial exploitation of in addressing health problems such as Oceanographers are needed to help subsurface physical properties, such as oil, resistance to cancer, all types of infections, survey our vast underwater territories, gas and mineral resources. and diseases of the brain and nervous assist the sustainable exploitation of our system. Medicinal chemists work to design, marine resources, assess climate change, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES discover and develop the next generation and to provide advice to managers, Geophysics graduates are in demand of drugs. policy makers and the public about the across the environmental and marine importance of the oceans. sectors, including the hydrocarbon and CAREER OPPORTUNITIES PHARMACOLOGY mineral exploration industries. Medicinal chemistry graduates are highly HYDROGEOLOGY employable with opportunities in chemical WHY PHARMACOLOGY AT NUI GALWAY? and pharmaceutical industries, forensics, Pharmacology is the study of how chemical WHY HYDROGEOLOGY AT NUI GALWAY? agri-food, environmental services, substances, such as drugs, interact with education and teaching. Many graduates Hydrogeology deals with the relationships the body to produce either beneficial pursue research careers and continue between groundwater and geological or harmful effects. This course aims to studies at the MSc and PhD levels. materials and processes. Groundwater provide an understanding of the challenges provides 98% of the Earth’s readily available MICROBIOLOGY involved in the development of drugs to fresh water and is arguably our most treat and prevent disease. The molecular, WHY MICROBIOLOGY AT NUI GALWAY? important natural resource. biochemical and physiological basis of Microbiologists study microbes and disease and the mechanisms by which CAREER OPPORTUNITIES their activities, including their growth, drugs act to produce their effects are Hydrogeologists gain employment in the metabolism, genetics, diversity and studied in detail. private and public sectors in assessing evolution. Every aspect of life on Earth is and devising management plans for affected by micro organisms, and studying CAREER OPPORTUNITIES groundwater–from mine and quarry them provides insights into their roles in Pharmacology graduates often pursue water management to site-suitability such areas as infectious disease, food postgraduate research or are engaged in assessment for everything from wind production and global environmental research and development in academic, farms to motorways to single houses. cycles, and their potential application for hospital or industrial settings. They are Climate change is likely to have a big impact human, environmental and animal benefit. employed by companies such as Boston on water resources across the world over Scientific, Medtronic, Abbott, Oriflame and Check out our microbiology teaching the coming decades, and hydrogeologists Allergan, working in a range of roles from videos which will give you a taste of what will be needed to help many countries and research to drug regulation to marketing. studying Microbiology at NUI Galway communities adapt. involves. https://www.youtube.com/ PHYSICS MATHEMATICS channel/UCsP4xz5aq7sWfR9eXSCd_QQ/ WHY PHYSICS AT NUI GALWAY? WHY MATHEMATICS AT NUI GALWAY? CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Physicists seek to understand the basic Mathematics is the language of the logical The food, pharmaceutical, biomedical laws governing the structure of matter, study of the structure of our world. It has and biotechnological industries need the nature of energy, and the physical developed from counting, calculating microbiologists to develop new products forces that form our world. If you have and measurement through the use of and to monitor the production of existing an enquiring mind and are interested abstraction and logical reasoning. It ones. Microbiologists also devise in discovering how things work at a underpins many other disciplines, such as processes for the treatment of waste fundamental level, then this could be the physics, economics and engineering, along and production of renewable energy. course for you. Understanding physics with newer areas like molecular biology. In Pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical can also be very useful for those who may addition to the traditional areas of algebra, device companies, as well as hospitals, specialise in other science subjects, as calculus and geometry, you will study employ microbiologists to work in the it underpins many areas of science and courses in topology, statistics, numerical diagnosis, prevention and treatment of technology, including nanotechnology, analysis, coding theory, real and complex infections caused by microbial pathogens. microelectronics, imaging, analysis, and probability and number theory. Excellent career opportunities are also communications, renewable energy and available in research and teaching. environmental monitoring. It provides the CAREER OPPORTUNITIES OCEANOGRAPHY foundation for many new technologies and Studying mathematics will give you the advances across the biological and ability to think rationally and to process WHY OCEANOGRAPHY AT NUI GALWAY? chemical sciences, engineering, complex data clearly and accurately. Such Oceanography is key to understanding computing and medicine. skills will prove to be extremely useful all aspects (physical, biological, chemical) to you and will be highly valued by your CAREER OPPORTUNITIES of the ocean, therefore oceanographers employer. Recent graduates are pursuing A degree in physics is an excellent basis are required to assess and monitor careers in the financial and banking sector, for employment in high-technology climatic/environmental impacts, and the actuarial profession, information industries (e.g., communications, natural/man-made hazards in oceans and technology (IT) and computing, data electronics, optics and photonics, coastal areas. Scientific exploration of the science, teaching, and research. semiconductors and medical devices) oceans underpins advances in ecosystem and also within the second- and third- MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY research management and conservation, level education sectors, meteorology, aquaculture techniques, bio-discovery, the environmental and medical sciences,

150 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE fi nance and software design. A physics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES degree can also lead to an exciting career Plant and agricultural biosciences in research if you specialise in an aspect innovations are critical in ensuring of the subject or in multidisciplinary areas future food security and sustainable such as nanotechnology, medical physics, development through discoveries in biophysics, occupational health or Ireland and internationally and are the basis materials science. for moving toward a more sustainable PHYSIOLOGY green, bio-based economy. The PAB pathway positions you for emerging WHY PHYSIOLOGY AT NUI GALWAY? ‘green economy’ job opportunities Physiology is the foundation of our across agri-biosciences, biotechnology, knowledge of what “life” is, how we treat breeding, genetics, bio-chemistry, food, disease, and how we cope with stresses nutrition, bioenergy, agriculture, veterinary imposed upon our bodies. Physiology pharmaceutics, education, biobusiness, graduates bridge the gap between sustainable development, clean-tech, research-driven discoveries and their regulatory aff airs and government policy application as new drugs or devices in the sectors. The PAB pathway has a major treatment of disease and maintenance of focus on preparing students for careers in health in the real world. the vibrant plant and agribiosciences sector through its links with national (e.g., Teagasc, Physiology is a broad scientifi c discipline Bord Bia) and international organisations that sits at the centre of human biology – (e.g., FAO, CGIAR). encompassing molecular and cellular levels, ZOOLOGY through to organs, tissues and the body as an integrated, highly functioning organism. WHY ZOOLOGY AT NUI GALWAY? CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Zoology is the scientifi c study of animals at all levels, from the molecular and cellular to Because of the breath of the subject, a the organismic and ecological. It involves the degree in Physiology is an excellent base study of all kinds of animals–there are more for employment in education, health, than a million known species, classifi ed into industry, therapeutic and medical fi elds. about 35 large groups called phyla, which Many graduates go on to further research make up the animal kingdom. Particular for Masters and PhD degrees, or to obtain emphasis is put on the development of postgraduate qualifi cations in medical and animals, from the fertilised egg to their therapeutic sciences such as dietetics, typical adult form, the interactions of occupational therapy, physiotherapy, animals with each other and with their paramedic studies and medicine or environment, and Darwinian evolution. related fi elds such as pharmacy. Our graduates fi nd rewarding roles, such as CAREER OPPORTUNITIES research, regulatory aff airs, sales and Zoology graduates can pursue careers in project management in pharmaceutical, research (academic and industry), teaching biotechnological and medical device (at any level) or consultancy. Zoologists companies as well as fulfi lling careers in may also be employed by government second- and third-level education. bodies such as the Marine Institute, Bord PLANT AND AGRIBIOSCIENCES Iascaigh Mhara, the National Parks and Wildlife Service or the Environmental WHY PLANT AND AGRIBIOSCIENCES AT NUI GALWAY? Protection Agency, or they may work in the fi elds of scientifi c journalism, forensic The new Plant and AgriBiosciences (PAB) science, aquaculture, animal conservation pathway provides cutting-edge training in or medical zoology. all areas of plant/agribiosciences related to green (agri) biotechnologies, crop and livestock genetics and breeding, systems biology, microbial bioconversions and agri-biorefi neries, sustainable agricultural development and agronomy, nutrition and health, food microbiology, soil sciences and agribiosciences for sustainable global development. Inter-disciplinary training is provided in lab and fi eld techniques, data analysis, and transferable skills. This pathway also has close collaborations with Teagasc, allowing students to carry out a summer internship at a Teagasc research site as their fourth-year project.

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY303 NUI Galway is Ireland’s leading university for biomedical teaching Bachelor and research Nine of the world’s top ten medtech companies are located in Galway, of Science which means that graduates have excellent employment prospects (Biomedical Biomedical science is the study of life science subjects related to human health and disease. Students learn about the structure and function of the Science) human body, from the level of organs and tissues to the molecular level, as well as how drugs are used to treat disease The course promotes small-group learning throughout, and informal interaction with academic sta� allows students to get to know their lecturers and helps promote a range of skills, such as communication, leadership, teamwork and creativity .

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR YEAR FOUR

CAO Code: GY303 YEAR ONE One major pathway from: · Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or Course Level: 8 • Biology Physiology (including major research project) • Chemistry • Applications of Biomedical Science Duration: 4 years • Physics • One other module from any of the four • Biomedical Science (including science Minimum Entry Points 2019: 533 • Biomedical Science Discipline communication, essays, debates) Minimum A-Level Grades: YEAR TWO STUDY ABROAD See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Three pathways from: Students have the opportunity to apply to Leaving Certi� cate Entry · Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or spend one semester of third year in the Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in Physiology (two subjects for both semesters United States (e.g., University of California) two subjects and passes in four other and one other for Semester I only) or in Asia (e.g., Hong Kong University of subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Biomedical Science (including seminars and Science and Technology). Certifi cate, including Irish, English, community knowledge initiative projects) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Mathematics, a laboratory science YEAR THREE subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • One major pathway from: This degree is dedicated to producing Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), · Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or top-quality graduates who have achieved Computer Science or Agricultural Physiology (including mini research project) academic excellence. Graduates from this Science) and any two other subjects • Genetics programme will fi nd employment in the recognised for entry purposes. • Biostatistics and Bioinformatics pharmaceutical (e.g., Allergan), diagnostics A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Research Methods in Biomedical Science (e.g., Abbott) and medical devices (e.g., See page 177 for matriculation entry • Developmental Biology Medtronic, Boston Scientifi c) industries. requirements. • Human Nutrition Additional requirements: Students must satisfy the Garda/police vetting requirements. Average Intake: 45

FURTHER STUDY Graduates can pursue a MSc or PhD in many diverse areas, including molecular and cell biology, cancer, genetics, regenerative medicine and neuroscience. Graduates can also take professional degrees in the health sciences (e.g., Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, and Dietetics). For more information, visit nuigalway.ie/biomedicalscience

“ I enjoyed the breadth of subjects, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE which covers the fundamentals • GY501 Bachelor of Medicine (MB), of Surgery Dr Helen Dodson, right through to applied and (BCh) and of Obstetrics (BAO) Programme Director, • GY318 Bachelor of Science (Biopharmaceutical t. +353 91 492162 translational biomedical science” Chemistry) e. [email protected] Muireann Ni Bhaoighill • GY301 Bachelor of Science w. nuigalway.ie/gy303 BSc (Biomedical Science) • GY304 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY304 Biotechnology uses our knowledge of biology to solve real-world problems. It is about making use of molecules, cells and organisms Bachelor to provide and foods, enable forensics or reverse pollution of Science Class sizes in biotechnology are small, which means you get to know (Biotechnology) your classmates quickly and interact more with your lecturers The language (French or German), communication and business modules help our students stand out from other science graduates The third-year placement option enables students to spend 3–6 months in research labs in continental Europe or in biopharma industry in Ireland.

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CAO Code: GY304 YEAR ONE A highlight of the course is the opportunity to undertake a three- to six-month work Course Level: 8 • Biotechnology Concepts and Skills • Biology experience placement as part of third Duration: 4 years • Chemistry year. Placements can be based in research laboratories in continental Europe, or in Minimum Entry Points 2019: 473 • Data Science • Employability Skills in Biotechnology biopharma/biotech industries in Ireland, Minimum A-Level Grades: • Language (French or German) under the direction of experienced See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels researchers and managers. YEAR TWO CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Biotechnology Skills Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Biochemistry Biotechnologists fi nd employment two subjects and passes in four other • Microbiology in rewarding jobs across the growing subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Chemistry ‘smart economy’, including industries Certifi cate, including Irish, English, a third • Language (French or German) such as biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, language, Mathematics, a laboratory YEAR THREE healthcare and the environment, or science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • Biotechnology Skills research and teaching. Graduates are Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), equipped with a wide range of capabilities Computer Science or Agricultural • Biochemistry • Microbiology and practical experience, including Science) and any one other subject business and language skills, which recognised for entry purposes. O2 or H6 • Pharmacology • Placement option complement their knowledge of biology. in a modern European language other This allows them to move into areas such than Irish or English is required. • On-campus option • Language (French or German) as management and marketing where the biotech revolution continues A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: YEAR FOUR See page 177 for matriculation entry to open doors. • Individual laboratory research project requirements. STUDY ABROAD • Topical scientifi c literature review Average Intake: 32 • Molecular Cell Biology Students have the opportunity to apply to • Elective: Bioprocessing or Plant and spend one semester of third year in the AgriBiotechnologies United States (e.g. University of California), • Introduction to Business with business in Asia (e.g. Hong Kong University of plan pitch Science and Technology), or in Europe on • Modern Biotechnologies Erasmus (e.g. University of Grenoble Alpes).

FURTHER STUDY Biotechnology graduates frequently pursue advanced training and research in PhD and Masters programmes spanning areas as diverse as cancer research, pharmacology, environmental science and immunology. Graduates have also gone on to professional “ The diversity of topics; degrees including Medicine and Pharmacy. science, business, language, and the opportunity to travel YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE on an internship made this • GY318 Bachelor of Science Dr Stephen Rea, Programme course thoroughly (Biopharmaceutical Chemistry) Director, College of Science • GY303 Bachelor of Science t. +353 91 495750 enjoyable, and gave me (Biomedical Science) e. [email protected] w. a competitive edge.” • GY301 Bachelor of Science nuigalway.ie/gy304 Aoife Hanrahan (3rd from left) 153 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY308 This course has been designed to equip you with the multidisciplinary skills and knowledge to meet the inevitable environmental challenges we Bachelor will face as we progress through the twenty-� rst century of Science Since the solutions to environmental problems are often dependent on people’s perceptions, students can also study psychology. Environmental (Environmental law is also an important part of the BSc and there are opportunities to Science) specialise in topics of your choice in the last two years of the course Communication skills, self-reliance and teamwork are fostered, through both independent and group work NUI Galway is unique in being situated close to some of the most pristine ecosystems in Europe, including Lough Corrib, the Burren, the Shannon � ood meadows and a range of peatlands.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR YEAR FOUR • Environmental Impact Assessment CAO Code: GY308 YEAR ONE • Environmental Science Seminars Course Level: 8 • Biology • Environmental Biotechnology • Hot Topics in Environmental Science Duration: 4 years • Advanced Field Course in Environmental • Introduction to Law Science Minimum Entry Points 2019: 413 • Introduction to Statistical Data and Probability • Microbial Ecosystems Services With either: Minimum A-Level Grades: and Systems Biology • Chemistry See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Final Year Project • Physics • Plus two electives from a wide range Leaving Certi� cate Entry or of modules • Chemistry/Physics Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in STUDY ABROAD two subjects and passes in four other • Introduction to Psychology I and II subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Principles of Human Geography Students have the opportunity to apply Certifi cate, including Irish, English, YEAR TWO to spend one semester of third year in the Mathematics, a laboratory science • Environmental Modules United States (e.g. University of California) subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • Botany and Plant Science Modules or in Asia (e.g. Hong Kong University of Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), • Earth and Ocean Sciences Modules Science and Technology). Computer Science or Agricultural • Microbiology Modules CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Science) and any two other subjects • Zoology Modules Our graduates have found employment recognised for entry purposes. • Environmental Legislation in a wide range of sectors including: A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: YEAR THREE The Environmental Protection Agency, See page 177 for matriculation entry • Nature Conservation and Habitat Management The National Parks & Wildlife Service, requirements. • Field Course with Environmental Skills The Forestry Service, Inland Fisheries, Average Intake: 20 • Habitat Management Planning Waterways Ireland, Local Authorities, • Legislation for Environmental Scientists The Marine Institute, An Taisce, • Environmental Microbiology a range of industries and • Microbial Genomics environmental consultancies. • Plant Resources and Ecosystems • Introduction to Biostatistics • Plus four electives from a wide range of modules

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“ Each facet of this programme YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE has provided me with the expertise and confidence • GY310 Bachelor of Science (Marine) Prof Mike Gormally, • GY314 Bachelor of Science Programme Director, to work in the research and (Earth and Ocean Sciences) Centre for Environmental Science consultancy sector.” • GY301 Bachelor of Science t. +353 91 493334 John Carey, BSc e. [email protected] (Environmental Science) w. nuigalway.ie/gy308

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY309 This course equips you with expertise in a range of quantitative subjects. It is broader than either a purely actuarial science or � nance Bachelor degree, so it may suit if you are not yet ready to specialise of Science This course has an almost 100% employment record for our graduates (Financial across a diverse range of sectors The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries has recognised this programme Mathematics for the purposes of obtaining exemptions from professional actuarial examinations. For students entering this programme from September and Economics) 2018 and onwards we expect to have in place exemptions from at least the following three professional actuarial subjects: Actuarial Statistics (CS1), Actuarial Mathematics (CM1) and Business 2 (Business Economics) (CB2) .

COURSE FACTS • Discrete Mathematics STUDY ABROAD • Modelling, Analysis and Simulation CAO Code: GY309 Students have the opportunity to apply • Statistical Inference to spend one semester of third year in Asia, Course Level: 8 • Complex Analysis the EU, or the USA. In addition, students Duration: 4 years YEAR THREE from this programme have been chosen • Applied Regression Models in recent years to participate as interns in Minimum Entry Points 2019: 454 • Groups New York under the Ireland-US Council Minimum A-Level Grades: • Microeconomics and Public Policy scholarship programme. See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Annuities and Life Insurance CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Money and Banking Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Metric Spaces Graduates from this programme work Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 • Economics of Financial Markets primarily in fi nancial services. Recent in two subjects and passes in four • Macroeconomics and Public Policy employers of our graduates include J.P. other subjects at O6/H7 level in the • Actuarial Mathematics I Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Davy, Credit Leaving Certifi cate, including Irish, • Business Finance Suisse and First Derivatives, Mercer, AON English, Mathematics, a third language • Mathematical Modelling Hewitt, Central Bank of Ireland, NTMA and or a laboratory science subject (i.e. • Topology ECB. Moreover, because of their strong Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics YEAR FOUR numeracy skills, graduates have also with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural secured employment as sports • Actuarial Mathematics II: Life Contingencies Science) and any two other subjects odds compilers with Paddy Power • Numerical Analysis recognised for entry purposes. A H5 or and as accountants. O1 in Mathematics is required. • Measure Theory • Final Year Project A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Non linear Systems See page 177 for matriculation entry • Derivatives and Risk Management requirements. • Economics of Financial Markets Seminar II Average Intake: 40 • Networks • Statistical Modeling YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR • International Monetary Economics “ I was chosen from my degree YEAR ONE: • Diff erential Equations with Financial Derivatives class to participate in the • Mathematics • Computer Science Ireland-US Council Scholarship.” • Economics Maria Gormally, BSc (Financial • Mathematics of Finance Mathematics and Economics) • Statistics and Probability • Mathematical Methods I • Financial Accounting FURTHER STUDY YEAR TWO: Graduates can pursue postgraduate programmes in a range of disciplines, including • Diff erential Forms mathematics, statistics, fi nancial economics, fi nancial mathematics, actuarial science, • Intermediate Macroeconomics economics and statistics. • Random Variables • Mathematical Methods I YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE • Intermediate Microeconomics • GY301 Bachelor of Science Dr Cian Twomey, Programme Director, • Linear Algebra • GY319 Bachelor of Science (Mathematical School of Business & Economics • Introduction to Financial Economics Science) t. • Computer Science +353 91 493121 e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy309 155 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY310 Marine Science involves the study of marine life and environments Bachelor integrating topics across a number of disciplines NUI Galway is the only Irish university o� ering this type of degree of Science programme and now has the highest concentration of marine scientists (Marine Science) of any institution in Ireland The Ryan Institute is a focus for teaching and research activity in Marine Sciences at the university. The Ryan Institute’s aquaculture facility carries out applied research at Carna Marine Science graduates are working and studying both worldwide and closer to home, including at the Marine Institute in .

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CAO Code: GY310 YEAR ONE • Marine Science Essay and Presentation • Field Skills in Marine Science Course Level: 8 • Chemistry • Research Project • Physics Duration: 4 years • Plus electives including: • Biology · Current Topics in Algal Research Minimum Entry Points 2019: 409 • Plus one of following: · Global Change · Mathematical Studies · Microbial Ecosystems Services and Minimum A-Level Grades: · Mathematics See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Systems Biology · Applied Mathematics · Marine and Coastal Ecology · Computer Science Leaving Certi� cate Entry STUDY ABROAD Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in YEAR TWO two subjects and passes in four other • Fundamentals in Aquatic Plant Science Students have the opportunity to apply to subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Introduction to Ocean Science spend one semester of third year in the Certifi cate, including Irish, English, • Microbes and the Environment United States (e.g. University of California) Mathematics, a laboratory science • Invertebrate Biology or in Asia (e.g. Hong Kong University of subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, • Vertebrate Zoology Science and Technology). There is also Physics with Chemistry (joint), • At least two of the following: an Erasmus link with the University of Computer Science or Agricultural · Molecular and cellular biology Oviedo in Spain. Science) and any two other subjects · Evolution and the Tree of Life recognised for entry purposes. · Laboratory Skills CAREER OPPORTUNITIES A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Plus electives The course will prepare you to fi nd work See page 177 for matriculation entry YEAR THREE in the commercial or state regulatory requirements. • Plant Resources and Ecosystems sectors, e.g., the Marine Institute, Bord • Ocean Dynamics Iascaigh Mhara and the Environmental Average Intake: 33 • Aquatic Geochemistry Protection Agency, as well as in the fi sheries • Microbial Genomics sector, pollution and environmental • Geographic Information Systems and impact assessment, environmental Biostatistics consultancies, non-governmental • Marine Zoology (environmental) organisations, aquaculture, • Concepts in Population and Community education projects, basic and applied Ecology research institutes and universities. Many • Plus electives undergraduates apply for summer bursaries with the Marine Institute, which enables them to experience fi rst-hand the institute’s “ I would recommend Marine work and research for six weeks. science to anyone who has an interest in the ocean. FURTHER STUDY The course covers topics nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/ in oceanography, zoology, botany, and geology. I enjoyed YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE

the final year in particular due • GY314 Bachelor of Science Professor Mark Johnson, Programme to the independent research (Earth and Ocean Sciences) Director, College of Science • GY308 Bachelor of Science project which allowed me to go t. +353 91 492126 (Environmental Science) to sea on the Celtic Explorer.” e. [email protected] • GY301 Bachelor of Science w. Declan Morrissey nuigalway.ie/gy310

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY313 This multidisciplinary course is designed to provide graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure the welfare and well-being of Bachelor people at work of Science Students bene� t from a seven-month professional work placement (Environmental at the end of Year 3 Accredited by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, Health and Safety) enabling graduates to work in a health and safety role both at home and internationally In recent years there has been a signi� cant increase in the number of health and safety positions advertised.

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CAO Code: GY313 YEAR ONE Students undertake a seven-month (June-December) off -campus work Course Level: 8 • Biology • Mathematics placement following completion of Duration: 4 years • Chemistry/Physics their third year of study. Employers from all sectors of the economy Minimum Entry Points 2019: 402 • Communications and Computing • Introduction to Environmental participate in this activity, for example, Minimum A-Level Grades: Health and Safety pharmaceutical and biomedical device See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels • Introduction to Law companies, the healthcare sector, construction companies, local authorities, Leaving Certi� cate Entry YEAR TWO manufacturing companies, telecom Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • Human Gross Anatomy service providers, health and safety two subjects and passes in four other • Health and Safety Physiology consultants, and transport and logistics subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Introduction to Biostatistics companies. Certifi cate, including Irish, English, • Health and Safety Law STUDY ABROAD Mathematics, a laboratory science • Physics of the Environment subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • Analytical and Environmental Chemistry There are opportunities for international Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), • Microbes and the Environment exchanges and a number of students Computer Science or Agricultural • Fundamentals of Operations Engineering undertake their work placement overseas. Science) and any two other subjects • Safety System Design CAREER OPPORTUNITIES recognised for entry purposes. • Environmental Health and Safety Practice A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: YEAR THREE There is consistently high demand for See page 177 for matriculation entry • Occupational Health and Well-Being graduates from this programme, with requirements. • Exposure Science excellent employment opportunities. Career opportunities are available Average Intake: 28 • Research Methods for Occupational Health and Safety nationally and internationally. Typically • Environmental Health and Safety Law graduates work as Environmental Health • Project Management and Safety (EHS) advisors, EHS o� cers, • Ergonomic Design of the Workplace and EHS consultants across a variety • Safety and Construction of sectors including: pharmaceutical, • Quality Systems biomedical, construction, project • Introduction to Regulatory Aff airs in engineering, manufacturing, and public Manufacturing sectors. Employment rates for graduates YEAR FOUR are over 80%. • Health and the Work Environment • Case Studies • Information Systems Ergonomics • Professional Experience Report • Human Reliability • Health and Safety Project

“ I was offered a position as a FURTHER STUDY full-time Health and Safety nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/ Advisor, my employer told YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE me it was primarily down to my excellent degree from • GY308 Bachelor of Science Dr Marie Coggins, (Environmental Science) Programme Director NUI Galway” • GY310 Bachelor of Science t.+ 353 91 495056 (Marine Science) Alex Brennan, BSc (Environmental e. [email protected] • GY314 Bachelor of Science Health and Safety) w. nuigalway.ie/gy313 (Earth and Ocean Sciences) 157 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY314 Earth and ocean sciences, four integrated sub-disciplines of geology, geophysics, hydrogeology and oceanography are focused on better Bachelor understanding how the Earth works, and how its di� erent components of Science interact, from the upper atmosphere to the deep sea� oor This course exposes graduates to a global career market, from sourcing (Earth and raw materials and energy to regulating and monitoring industries, in Ocean Sciences) Ireland and globally The earth and ocean sciences sector is worth in excess of €5 billion annually to the Irish economy.

COURSE FACTS YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR YEAR FOUR • Final Year Project CAO Code: GY314 YEAR ONE • Advanced Fieldskills Course Level: 8 • Chemistry • Global Change • Physics • Earth and Ocean Science advanced modules Duration: 4 years • Biology Minimum Entry Points 2019: 402 • Plus one of the following: STUDY ABROAD · Mathematical Studies Students have the opportunity to apply to Minimum A-Level Grades: · Mathematics spend one semester of third year in the See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels · Applied Mathematics United States (e.g. University of California) Leaving Certi� cate Entry YEAR TWO or in Asia (e.g. Hong Kong University of Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in • The Earth: From Core to Crust Science and Technology). two subjects and passes in four other • Introduction to Field Skills CAREER OPPORTUNITIES subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Introduction to Ocean Science Certifi cate, including Irish, English, • Plus one pathway from the following: Graduates can pursue a range of career Mathematics, a laboratory science · Applied Mathematics opportunities in diverse industries, subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, · Botany and Plant Science including energy, raw materials, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), · Chemistry conservation and education. Personnel Computer Science or Agricultural · Mathematical Studies are needed in Ireland and abroad to Science) and any two other subjects · Mathematics manage both the marine and terrestrial recognised for entry purposes. · Microbiology environments. A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Physics and Applied Physics Visit www.earthworksjobs.com See page 177 for matriculation entry · Plant and AgriBiosciences to get an idea of the enormous range requirements. · Zoology of opportunities for earth and • Plus electives from a range of science modules ocean scientists. Average Intake: 30 YEAR THREE • Field Skills Training • Ocean Dynamics • Aquatic Geochemistry • Introduction to Applied Field Hydrology • Sediments and the Sedimentary Record • Geological Structures and Maps • The Crystalline Crust • Palaeontology and Evolution • Environmental and Marine Geophysical Remote Sensing • Minerals and Rocks under the Microscope • Plus electives from a range of science modules

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YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE “ This course merges lecture- • GY310 Bachelor of Science Dr Martin White, Programme Director, based theory with hands-on (Marine Science) College of Science • GY308 Bachelor of Science t. +353 91 493214 fieldwork experience,” (Environmental Science) e. [email protected] Eoghan Daly, BSc • GY320 Bachelor of Science w. nuigalway.ie/eos (Earth and Ocean Sciences) (Physics–degree options in applied, w. nuigalway.ie/gy314 Astrophysics, Biomedical, Theoretical) 158 COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY318 This course involves the study of biomolecules that are also biopharmaceuticals or biologics (such as DNA, proteins, carbohydrates Bachelor and glycoproteins) and their applications as therapeutics for medicine of Science The Biopharmaceutical Chemistry course has a relatively small intake of students and includes opportunities for research and (Biopharmaceutical independent learning Chemistry) The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry Students obtain valuable work experience in industry and a six-month placement is possible in Semester 1 of Year Four.

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CAO Code: GY318 YEAR ONE Students have the opportunity to apply to spend one semester of third year in the Course Level: 8 • Chemistry • Physics United States (e.g., University of California) Duration: 4 years • Biology or in Asia (e.g., Hong Kong University of Science and Technology). Minimum Entry Points 2019: 510 • Plus one of the following: · Mathematical Studies CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum A-Level Grades: · Mathematics The biopharmaceutical industry is an See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels · Computer Science increasingly important player in the Irish · Applied Mathematics Leaving Certi� cate Entry economy. Biopharmaceutical companies YEAR TWO Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in located in Ireland include Abbott, Amgen, two subjects and passes in four other • Chemistry Pathway Centocor, Elan, Eli Lilly, Genemedix, subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Biochemistry Pathway Genzyme, Merck and Pfi zer. These Certifi cate, including Irish, English, • Computers and Chemical Research companies need graduates who are Mathematics, a laboratory science (project and transferable skills) trained in chemistry and aspects of subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • Fundamental Concepts in Pharmacology biotechnology. The Biopharmaceutical Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), • Applied Concepts in Pharmacology Chemistry degree is tailored to meet the Computer Science or Agricultural YEAR THREE needs of this industry. Science) and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes. • Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry • Drug Design and Drug Discovery A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Analytical Chemistry and Molecular Structure See page 177 for matriculation entry • Experimental Chemistry I and II requirements. • Molecular Biology Average Intake: 10 • Protein Biochemistry • Human Molecular Genetics • Validation in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Industry YEAR FOUR • Analytical and Biophysical Chemistry • Bioorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry “ I feel the opportunity to • Biopharmaceutical Chemistry and complete an six month Industrial Chemistry • Placement Option industrial placement gives the · Biopharmaceutical Chemistry dissertation biopharmaceutical chemistry · Work placement graduate an edge.” • On-Campus Option: Fiona Gordon, BSc · On-Campus project · Elective modules (Biopharmaceutical Chemistry)

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• GY301 Bachelor of Science Professor Peter Crowley, School of • GY304 Bachelor of Science Chemistry, College of Science (Biotechnology) t. +353 91 492480 • GY303 Bachelor of Science e. [email protected] (Biomedical Science) w. nuigalway.ie/gy318

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY319 This course provides students with a solid foundation in mathematical Bachelor science, including all aspects of mathematics and its applications Students will have the opportunity to specialise in particular areas, for of Science example, mathematics, applied mathematics, � nancial mathematics, (Mathematical computer science, data science, statistics and bioinformatics Quantitative skills are highly valued, and this degree prepares graduates Science) for a wide variety of careers across a diverse range of sectors.

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CAO Code: GY319 YEAR ONE Students have the opportunity to apply to spend one semester of third year in the • Applied Mathematics Course Level: 8 USA (e.g., University of California) or in Asia • Mathematics (e.g., Hong Kong University of Science and Duration: 4 years • Probability Models and Statistical Methods Technology). Minimum Entry Points 2019: 455 • Introduction to Programming • One of: Biology, Chemistry, Physics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Minimum A-Level Grades: • Mathematical Science Workshop Series See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels Many graduates are employed in the YEAR TWO fi nancial and actuarial services, while Leaving Certi� cate Entry Curriculum core consists of components from others work in the information technology Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in the following modules/pathways: (IT) industry, particularly in programming two subjects and passes in four other • Linear Algebra and software development. Others work subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving • Discrete Mathematics in the pharmaceutical industry, in clinical Certifi cate including Irish, English, • Diff erential Forms research, in secondary and tertiary Mathematics and three other subjects • Complex Analysis education, and in the civil service. A good recognised for entry purposes. • Probability proportion are pursuing careers in research A minimum of H5 or O1 in Mathematics • Statistical Inference both in Ireland and abroad. is required. • Mechanics • Mathematical Methods A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: • Up to one-third of the second-year curriculum See page 177 for matriculation entry can be selected from a list of additional options, requirements. some off ered from within the school and Average Intake: 15 some available within other science disciplines, subject to fi rst-year prerequisites. YEARS THREE AND FOUR • Selection of specialised modules from chosen areas of the mathematical sciences. Students can view the range of possibilites on the course website. • Final-year project in subject area of your choice

“ I chose this degree because it offered a broad introduction into the various areas of FURTHER STUDY mathematics, with the ability to nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/#ColSci specialise further down the line. nuigalway.ie/courses/research-postgraduate-programmes/phd-and-masters/ If you are interested in a career bioinformatics.html in strategy consulting, I would nuigalway.ie/science/school-of-maths/postgraduate-courses/ highly recommend this course, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE as the number-one ability firms seek out is whether their • GY301 Bachelor of Science Dr Kevin Jennings, Programme • GY109 Bachelor of Arts Director, College of Science candidates have analytical rigour.” (Mathematics and Education) t.+353 91 495968 Alan Brett, Business Strategy e. [email protected] Consultant, Mars and Co, London; w. nuigalway.ie/gy319 BSc (Mathematical Science, 2016)

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY320 If you have an enquiring mind and are interested in discovering how things work, this could be the course for you Bachelor of Science This is the only course in the country that allows students (Physics–degree options a taste of four areas of physics–applied, astro, biomedical and theoretical–in their � rst year in Applied, Astrophysics, You will develop numerical, computational and problem- Biomedical, Theoretical) solving skills highly valued by employers This degree course is externally accredited by The Institute of Physics.

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CAO Code: GY320 YEAR ONE Although there is no formal work placement as part of the programme, the School of Course Level: 8 • Physics • Physics Special Topics Physics has strong links with industry and Duration: 4 years • Applied Mathematics or Biology research institutes both nationally and internationally. This has led to our students Minimum Entry Points 2019: 401 • Mathematics • Computing taking up summer placement opportunities Minimum A-Level Grades: in Ireland and abroad. YEAR TWO See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels STUDY ABROAD • Physics (four modules) Leaving Certi� cate Entry • Plus eight additional modules chosen from an Students can take up summer placements Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 in approved list in the following areas: abroad using research contacts established two subjects and passes in four other · Applied Mathematics by the School of Physics. subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving · Astrophysics CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Certifi cate, including Irish, English, · Anatomy Mathematics, a laboratory science · Mathematics A degree in physics is an excellent basis subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, · Computing for employment in high-tech industries (e.g., communications, electronics, optics Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), YEAR THREE Computer Science or Agricultural and photonics, semiconductors, and Science) and any two other subjects • Physics (six modules) medical devices) and also in fi elds such recognised for entry purposes. • Plus six additional modules chosen from an as education, meteorology, the approved list in the following areas: environmental and medical sciences, A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: · Applied Physics and software design. A physics degree See page 177 for matriculation entry · Astrophysics can lead to an exciting career in requirements. · Biomedical Physics fundamental research in any area of Average Intake: 30 · Theoretical Physics physics or in multidisciplinary areas, such · Other modules available in the as nanotechnology, medical physics, College of Science biophysics, occupational health and YEAR FOUR materials science. Theoretical physicists • Core Physics modules often work in the fi nancial and • Specialist Physics courses (Applied, actuarial sectors. Astrophysics, Biomedical, Theoretical Physics) • Advanced laboratory, project work and problem solving

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• GY301 Bachelor of Science Dr Gary Gillanders, Programme Director, • GY401 Undenominated Engineering College of Science • GY314 Bachelor of Science t. +353 91 492490 (Earth and Ocean Sciences) e. [email protected] w. nuigalway.ie/gy320

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? GY321 Genetics and genomics is a new and exciting domain involving the study and use of DNA based data in the life sciences. Bachelor Graduates will be uniquely trained to integrate knowledge and skills from the of Science biological sciences with mathematical, computational and data analytic skills. (Genetics and Graduates will use computational tools to make important discoveries in medicine, agriculture, evolution, the environment and biotechnology. Genomics) Students will bene� t from group learning in a small class size, and will NEW FOR 2020 graduate with a broad range of transferable skills including communication, teamwork, critical thinking and problem solving.

COURSE FACTS YEARS THREE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Molecular & Cellular Biology CAO Code: GY321 There is growing demand for individuals • Microbial Genomics that have both an in-depth understanding Course Level: 8 • Evolutionary Biology of genetics and the numerical and • Human Genetics Duration: 4 years computer skills required to investigate and • Plant and Agricultural Genetics interpret genomic data. This will off er our Minimum Entry Points 2019: N/A • Bioinformatics graduates opportunities in genomic and New for 2020 • Genomic Analysis life science companies, biotechnology • Research & Career Development Skills and pharmaceutical industries, forensics Minimum A-Level Grades: • Plus Electives: Developmental Biology, Applied See www.nuigalway.ie/alevels and clinical diagnostics, biomedical Statistics, Programming, Mathematical devices and therapeutics, public health Leaving Certi� cate Entry Molecular Biology and epidemiology, agricultural and Requirements: Minimum Grade H5 YEARS FOUR environmental sectors, as well as the in two subjects and passes in four • Research Project information technology sector. additional subjects at O6/H7 level in • Literature Review FURTHER STUDY the Leaving Certifi cate, including Irish, • Advanced Chromosome Biology English, Mathematics, a laboratory • Molecular & Cellular Biology Graduates can pursue a higher degree science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, • Biotechnology (MSc/PhD) in diverse areas from Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint), • Plant Genetics & Systems Biology biosciences through to data science, Computer Science or Agricultural • Current Topics in Biosciences or study for professional qualifi cations Science) and any two other subjects • Medical Genomics & Bioethics in areas such as Medicine or Education. recognised for entry purposes. A • Plus Electives: Machine Learning and Data minimum of H5 or O1 in Mathematics Mining, Information Management, Probabilistic EMPLOYER TESTIMONIAL is required. Models for Molecular Biology, Microbial “ Graduates from this programme A-Level/GCSE Entry Requirements: Gene Regulation will be attractive to employers in See page 177 for matriculation entry WORK EXPERIENCE requirements. For A-levels, a minimum several areas including biomedical of Grade C in A-Level Mathematics Students have the opportunity to apply for genomics, diagnostics, agri-biotech is required. summer research studentships (e.g., from and biopharma. Recent advances have the Wellcome Trust and Health Research made this a particularly exciting fi eld Average Intake: 20 Board). to be involved in and there are many YOUR COURSE YEAR BY YEAR STUDY ABROAD emerging opportunities in Ireland and abroad for scientists that have a YEAR ONE Students have the opportunity to apply to combination of bioscience and data • Biology spend one semester of third year in the science knowledge and skills.” • Chemistry: Molecular Science United States (e.g., University of California) • Mathematics (Honours level) or in Asia (e.g., Hong Kong University of Dr Anthony Ryan, Senior Scientist • Computer Science Science and Technology). at Genomics Medicine Ireland Limited • Introduction to Genetics & Genomics • Biomedical Genomics: Research and Communication YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE FIND OUT MORE YEAR TWO • GY301 Bachelor of Science • Genetics, Medicine & Disease Dr. Derek Morris, Programme Director, • GY303 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) • Molecular & Cellular Biology t.+353 91 494439 • GY304 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology • Protein Structure & Function e. [email protected] • GY318 Bachelor of Science (Biopharmaceutical • Plant and Agri-Biosciences Chemistry) • Microbiology Dr. Elaine Dunleavy, • GY319 Bachelor of Science (Mathematical • Evolution Deputy Programme Director, Science) • Mathematics (Mathematical Molecular t.+353 91 494046 • GY501 Bachelor of Medicine (MB), of Surgery Biology, Statistics in Data Science) e. [email protected], (BCh) and of Obstetrics (BAO) • Biomedical Genomics: Seminars and Essays w. nuigalway.ie/gy321

162 Study Finds 73% of Deep Water Fish Have Ingested Microplastics A study carried out by marine Upon return to Galway the fi sh were scientists at NUI Galway found that then inspected at the University’s 73% out of 233 deep water fi sh Ryan Institute for microplastics from the Northwest Atlantic Ocean in their stomach contents. had ingested plastic particles. Alina Wieczorek, lead author of the The research was published in the study and PhD candidate from the international peer-reviewed journal - Frontiers in Marine Science. School of Natural Sciences and Ryan Institute at NUI Galway, said: As part of the study the NUI “Deep water fi sh migrate to the Galway scientists participated surface at night to feed on plankton in a transatlantic crossing on- (microscope animals) and this is board the Marine Institute’s Celtic likely when they are exposed to Explorer research vessel. During the microplastics. The identifi ed this research cruise they took dead microplastics were mostly fi bres, deep sea fi sh from midwater trawls commonly blue and black in colour. in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean, In total, 233 fi sh were examined with such as the Spotted Lanternfi sh, 73% of them having microplastics Glacier Lanternfi sh, White-spotted in their stomachs, making it Lanternfi sh, Rakery Beaconlamp, one of the highest reported Stout Sawpalate and Scaly frequencies of microplastic Dragonfi sh, from a depth of up to occurrence in fi sh worldwide.” 600 metres using large fi shing nets.

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Graduate Insight

“I chose Science at NUI Galway because I loved science but was unsure about which route I wanted to take. NUI Galway has a range of pathways and this allowed me to discover my interest in food science and gave me the foundation II neededneeded to pursue a career as a Quality Officer–a role that I thoroughly enjoy”enjoy”

Angela Mc Donagh BSc (Physiology), MSc (Nutrition) Quality O� cer, Dairygold Co-Operative, Cork.

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Your Support Network

At NUI Galway we are committed to providing you with a support network so that you can concentrate on getting the most out of your time at university.

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Your Support Network

At NUI Galway we are committed to providing you with a support network so that you can concentrate on getting the most out of your time at university.

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Scholarships

The following scholarships are available at NUI Galway and are awarded annually to fi rst-year, registered students: 1. EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS An Excellence Scholarship is awarded to every entrant to a full-time primary degree programme who achieves 560 Leaving Certifi cate points, excluding Bonus Points. An A-Level applicant from Northern Ireland or the UK with grades of at least A*A*A* & d(AS) will also be awarded the scholarship. The only exception to this is for entrants to Medicine, which has 10 scholarships available based on the combined results of the Leaving Certifi cate exam and HPAT. The Excellence Scholarships may be held with other scholarships or grants awarded by the university or by an external body. The value of each scholarship in 2020/2021 is €1,500 and it will be available only at NUI Galway for the fi rst year of any full-time primary degree course off ered by the university, and only in the session for which it is off ered.

CONDITION OF AWARD It is essential that you register by the registration due date. Failure to complete the registration requirement will render the student ineligible without further notice. The scholarships will be awarded on the results of the Leaving Certifi cate or equivalent fi nal school examination, except for Medicine, as follows: 1. Not more and not less than six of those subjects accepted by the National University of Ireland for matriculation registration will be taken into account. 2. Scores will be determined by applying values listed under 2C on page 176. 3. In November 2020, scholarships will be awarded to entrants who have achieved the minimum points scores as set out above. The complete scheme can be viewed online at www.nuigalway.ie/undergraduate- scholarships

Rachel Lyons, Bachelor of Medicine (GY501), received the Massey Keegan Scholarship in 2017

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2. CREATIVE ARTS PERFORMANCE 5. JAMES MASSEY KEEGAN POINTS SCHOLARSHIP NUI Galway, Ireland’s leading university for Information about this scholarship, the creative arts, is now offering special which is awarded on a competitive basis performance points for students who to Mayo students, is available from the show exceptional artistic promise and Admissions Office. achievement under six areas of excellence: 6. SCÉIM CHÓNAITHEACH GHAEILGE • Creative Writing Bí i do chónaí i lóistín Gaelach! • Digital Arts and Media • Drama and Theatre • Tapaigh do dheis lóistín a roinnt le cainteoirí • Film Gaeilge eile agus tú ag tabhairt faoi do chéim in • Non-fiction writing, including Journalism OÉ Gaillimh • Music • Beidh deis agat do chuid Gaeilge a úsáid agus a chleachtadh agus tú mar chuid lárnach de phobal Successful applicants will gain a bonus of Gaeilge na hOllscoile i do bhaile nua 40 points when applying for entry to all • Beidh deis agat cur le do chuid scileanna teanga NUI Galway undergraduate courses (with agus sóisialta ag na himeachtaí sóisialta Gaelacha the exception of GY501, Medicine) and will agus cultúrtha a bheidh ar bun san Ollscoil agus receive help while a student of NUI Galway a bheidh á reáchtáil ar an láthair lóistín Tuilleadh to develop their artistic potential, while eolais: [email protected] enjoying all NUI Galway has to offer. 7. OPTUM NORTH-WEST The deadline for receipt of applications, HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIPS and all associated material is 1st May 2020. Optum Ireland is a Health Services and 3. SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS Innovation company based in Letterkenny The University offers sports scholarships with over 1000 employees, and aims to athletes of outstanding calibre who to support the enhancement of the register as students of the university. There healthcare system in the Northwest region are a number of opportunities for sports and invest in a health workforce that meets scholarships at NUI Galway. the needs of the future. PERFORMANCE POINTS SPORTS Optum have developed a scholarship SCHOLARSHIP scheme to particularly support young This scholarship rewards athletes who are people in County Donegal, those who are performing at the highest levels of their less advantaged, in order to give access sport while also achieving academically. to third-level education and to allow They receive an additional 40 CAO successful candidates to fully participate in ‘performance points’ that can be added to college life and alleviate the financial burden their existing CAO points, for entry to NUI on students and their families. Galway, excluding GY501 (Medicine) and The scholarship is worth €7,000 per annum FIND OUT MORE any course requiring less than 350 points. and is awarded for the duration of the Applications for this scholarship close 31 undergraduate course. Student Facilities Levies March each year. For further information see: nuigalway.ie/fees ELITE ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP www.nuigalway.ie/optum_scholarships/ Grants 8. NUI Galway also offers sports scholarships nuigalway.ie/scholarships/ to a number of NUI Galway registered The University of Sanctuary Initiative at NUI Sports Scholarships athletes. The scholarship consists of Galway aims to increase public awareness Mike Heskin, financial assistance and gym membership of International Protection and Traveller- Director of Sport and Physical Activity as well as performance supports such specific topics across campus, in order e. [email protected] as strength and conditioning coaching, to address the low levels of participation t. +353 91 494545 and access to some of Ireland’s leading of International Protection Applicants, w. nuigalway.ie/sports coaches in a range of sports as well refugees and Irish Travellers in third-level as sports psychology and nutrition education. These groups are too frequently Scholarships Information professionals. We also have an excellent excluded from education due to inequitable www.nuigalway.ie/undergraduate- sports medicine and physiotherapy service societal barriers, and we feel that through scholarships/ on campus. The aim of this scholarship is our actions we can make NUI Galway a much Financial Assistance to support the students to reach their full more inclusive and equitable campus. Students with financial difficulties potential in their sport while receiving a As part of our initiative, we are introducing are advised to contact the Student top-class education. Applications close Services Office. 31 July each year. a limited number of scholarships for both undergraduate and postgraduate nuigalway.ie/student-services/ 4. HELEN M. MORAN SCHOLARSHIP courses at NUI Galway which are open to Performance Points This scholarship is offered to a student Irish Travellers, International Protection Applicants and refugees. www.nuigalway.ie/undergrad- who has demonstrated a high level of admissions/entry-schemes/ achievement in Gaelic Football. For more information please email [email protected] or performance-points/ see www.nuigalway.ie/sanctuary

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OWNER-OCCUPIED (SELF CATERING/FOOD PROVIDED) Owner-occupied accommodation is a very good option for many students, especially in your fi rst year when you need time to adjust to university life. This type of accommodation includes single or shared rooms and covers most bills and, in some cases, meals. It can give you that extra Accommodation support in a warm family atmosphere while you fi nd your feet and adapt to university life. Moving away from home is a very big step. Finding the right place to live is crucial to a This type of accommodation can be found happy and successful university experience. at: nuigstudentpad.ie/accommodation To help make this move easier for you, the ON-CAMPUS (UNIVERSITY OWNED Accommodation Offi ce off ers support and AND MANAGED) advice on making the right choice. You can call to our offi ce, telephone us or check our NUI GALWAY CAMPUS RESIDENCES website. – CORRIB VILLAGE AND GOLDCREST There are a variety of accommodation options NUI Galway’s student residences are to choose from, and we advise you to consider comprised of two villages: 764-bed Corrib all of these before making your choice. Village and our new 429-bed residence, The options include: Goldcrest Village, (situated beside Corrib • Student residences Village). Located on the university campus, • Owner-occupied accommodation they provide a home away from home • Private sector accommodation Students for over 1,000 students from September should book into Student Residences in to May. Campus Living residences are early February (prior to the September available to NUI Galway students only. From when they arrive) time to time, rooms may be booked on a semester-only basis. Short-term lettings are not possible.

CORRIB VILLAGE This is a 764-bed apartment complex comprised of three- and four-bedroom Rents are apartments. 69% higher in GOLDCREST Dublin than Galway This is a 429-bed apartment complex Source: www.daft.ie/report/ronan-lyons-2018q1-rental (2018) comprised of four- fi ve- and six-bedroom apartments. Find out more: campusliving.ie

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OTHER STUDENT RESIDENCES CENTREPOINT APARTMENTS PRIVATE SECTOR ACCOMMODATION Liosban Business Park, Tuam Road There are eight student residences nearby This accommodation consists of flats, Located 25-30 minutes walk from providing self-catering housing specifically houses and apartments run by the private the campus. for NUI Galway students. Each student rented sector. As it can vary from house t. +353 91 381000 residence is managed independently of the to house, we always advise you to see e. [email protected] university and is located relatively close to this accommodation for yourself before w. www.centrepointgalway.com the campus. Application forms are available making a booking to ensure you are happy directly from the individual residences. DONEGAN COURT with your choice. A deposit (usually one Contact details are available at: month’s rent plus one extra month’s rent) New Road nuigalway.ie/accommodation must be paid in advance. Charges such Located 5 minutes walk from the campus. Click on ‘Finding Accomomodation’. as electricity, refuse and TV must be paid OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCES t. +353 91 568831 separately as the bills arrive. (PRIVATELY OWNED AND MANAGED) e. [email protected] w. You should always be careful about signing www.donegancourt.com leases and keeping contracts–even verbal DÚNÁRAS ATLANTIS contracts, which can also be binding. This Bishop O’Donnell Road type of housing particularly suits those 74-80 Old Seamus Quirke Rd, Galway Located just 20-25 minutes walk from students who have already met and know Located just 5 minutes walk from campus. the campus. other flatmates willing to share the house/ t. e. [email protected] +353 91 397444 apartment. e. t. +353 91 763328 [email protected] w. w. www.dunaras.ie www.atlantisapartmentsgalway.com A housing list is available on our website. Rent books are also available free from GORT NA COIRIBE SWUITE APARTMENTS the Accommodation Office and from the Headford Road, Galway 1 Sean Mulvoy Rd, , Galway offices of the Students’ Union. Located just 20 minutes’ walk from the Located less than 15 minutes walk from Useful Tips for Students Sharing campus the campus. t. t. +353 91 753 781 • Be clear from the start, agree rotas for +353 91 746400 e. e. [email protected] cleaning and agree guest policy. [email protected] w. w. www.gortnacoiribe.com swuite.com/student-accommodation-galway/ • Ask before borrowing your FULL BOARD STUDENT RESIDENCES housemate’s stuff. THE STUDENT VILLAGE @ MENLO • Address issues while they are small. Park Apartments ROS GEAL UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE • Shared spaces are shared by all. Be Terryland, Headford Road Ros Geal is located on University Road, respectful of this and don’t leave your Located 15 minutes walking distance across the road from the main university stuff lying around. from the campus. entrance. It offers single and shared rooms • Be friendly without expecting to be BFFs. t. +353 91 768663 for female students. Full board is provided • Be open to change, trying new things and e. [email protected] with meals included. Good study facilities meeting new people. w. www.menloparkgalway.com are also available. • Treat your roommate in the way he/she would want to be treated = RESPECT! CÚIRT NA COIRIBE GORT ARD UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE • Download the OurHome app which helps Headford Road Gort Ard is located in Rockbarton in Salthill. you and your house mates manage tasks Located less than 15 minutes walk from It offers single and shared rooms for male and events and create shared grocery the campus. students. Full board is included, with meals lists and stay organised with less effort. t. +353 91 700700 provided. Good study facilities are available. The app is available for download for iOS, e. [email protected] Android and Webapp. w. www.cuirtnacoiribe.com FIND OUT MORE

CONTACT US STUDENT RESIDENCES The Student Accommodation Office Click on the individual residences: can help you in your search for www.nuigalway.ie/accommodation accommodation. The office also advises PRIVATE SECTOR ACCOMMODATION you on various mediation options in Click on ‘Private Accommodation’ disputes and disagreements relating to nuigstudentpad.ie/Accommodation accommodation issues should they arise. ACCOMMODATION OFFICER If you need help or advice on any of the above, please visit our office in Áras Uí Teresa Kelly t. Chathail beside the Student Building, Áras + 353 91 492364 na Mac Léinn. Angela Walsh t. BOOK EARLY + 353 91 493540 We advise you to book accommodation Please contact us via our online contact in student residences as early as possible form available on our website at: before the start of the academic year, nuigalway.ie/accommodation ideally in January or February of the year you want to start university, to ensure maximum choice. 171 STUDENT SUPPORTS

Cost of Living GRANTS Managing your finances is a big part of university life. This may be your first time If you believe you are eligible for a grant, living away from home and it is important you should make your application via that you take into consideration course www.susi.ie fees and day-to-day living costs when FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FUND planning for university. Some students may find themselves This section is intended to give you a guide experiencing financial difficulties despite to living costs, fees, grants and sources of being careful with money during their time financial support that are available to you at university. during your time at university. All full-time students who attend a course TUITION FEES of at least one year’s duration leading to an This varies from degree programme to undergraduate qualification are eligible to degree programme. Fees may be paid on apply for the Financial Aid Fund. Applicants your behalf by the Irish government. It is are means tested (taking financial situation not means tested and a brief synopsis of and family circumstances into account). eligibility is listed here: The application forms are usually available online from late September/early October. • The student is attending a full-time For more information, go to undergraduate course and the course is a nuigalway.ie/student_services/ minimum of two years’ duration financialaidfund.html • The student has never been to third level before, either at NUI Galway or anywhere else LIVING COSTS in the EU Budgeting is one of the key skills you • The student is an Irish national who has lived will need to develop during your time at in Ireland for three of the past five years university. Once you learn how to manage • The student is a national of an EU state your money, you will be able to enjoy who has lived in the EU for three of the past university life to the full. Here we have put five years together an average budget to cover living • The student has official Irish refugee status costs for one month at university. and has lived in the EU for three of the past five years. EXPENSE COST • See the full criteria listed at: studentfinance.ie Accommodation €540 STUDENT CONTRIBUTION (rented excl. bills) CHARGE (SCC)—€3,000 Electricity and oil €80 This is payable by you. Or, if you apply for TV and Internet €20 a SUSI grant and are deemed eligible, we Phone €20 will invoice SUSI for your SCC. This SUSI grant is means tested and you can apply Food, including a weekly shop €240 online at www.susi.ie. When you register as and food in college a student with NUI Galway online, you will Books/academic requisites €40 be required to input your SUSI application Clothes, laundry €50 number. The Fees Office will then invoice Recreation €160 SUSI on your behalf for the SCC. Travel €40 STUDENT LEVY—€224 Monthly total €1,190 This is payable by all students and is not Nine-month academic year €10,710 covered by a SUSI grant. For more information visit nuigalway.ie/fees

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Support Orientation To help you settle into life at NUI Galway, we organise an Orientation Week for new Services ABOUT SPRAOI students. Orientation Week is a great At NUI Galway we understand opportunity to get to know your campus that there may be times when At Spraoi, the focus is on learning and classmates and explore everything through play. The operators implement that NUI Galway has to off er. Orientation you need advice, support or the Aistear curriculum and incorporate a listening ear, and we have a Week takes place the week before the elements of Steiner and Montessori. The academic year begins. network of services available centre has been refurbished to meet to cater for your needs. the needs of children aged between six Orientation Week is crucial for you to learn months and 12 years. about university life and attendance is STUDENT HEALTH UNIT compulsory. Throughout the week you will The balanced and varied menu is prepared gain important information on academic Good health and following a healthy in-house to meet the nutritional needs of lifestyle contribute to success and subjects and choices, timetables, and the child, and the new-garden-growing locations. This is a great opportunity enjoyment at university. Services at the project links in with this. Student Health Unit are for acute medical to meet with other fi rst-year students, conditions only and are not a replacement Parents who are interested in enrolling try out some of the clubs and societies for your own family doctor. Other services children in the crèche should contact and learn about the many other support include psychiatric and physiotherapy [email protected]. services available to you. You will also have time to familiarise yourself with our clinics. Please note that there are charges Find out more for certain services, including the beautiful campus, which is just a short walk from the city centre. Your start to a out-of-hours emergency on-call service. For a tour of the centre or more successful university journey begins during Doctor surgery hours are restricted information, please contact the Orientation week. outside of term time. Crèche Manager, Niamh Heneghan, COUNSELLING on 091 493739. DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICE University is a big step, with many potential rewards to be enjoyed. However, there The Disability Support Service (DSS), part can also be challenges, and it can be very of the Access Centre, provides support to stressful at times. students who have a disability or specifi c learning diffi culty, including: You may be experiencing personal diffi culties that are aff ecting your studies. • Autism spectrum disorder, including Asperger’s These can also aff ect your ability to take full syndrome advantage of the opportunities available to • ADD/ADHD you at NUI Galway. • Blind/vision impairment • Deaf/hard of hearing This is where counsellors can help. • DCD–dyspraxia/dysgraphia NUI Galway has a team of qualifi ed and • Mental health condition experienced counsellors, psychologists • Neurological condition and psychotherapists. • Signifi cant ongoing illness The service operates within the Code of • Physical disability Ethics and Practice agreed by the Irish • Specifi c learning diffi culty, including dyslexia Association of University and College and dyscalculia Counsellors. Counsellors off er: The DSS works closely with academic • Individual counselling staff and other support services to • Drug and alcohol counselling enable students with a disability to • Personal development workshops become independent learners and • Information and referral successful graduates. • A consultation service for those who may have If you have one or more of the concerns about a student—such as tutors, above disabilities and require particular university staff , friends or parents supports, it is important that you register Counselling is also available through Irish/ with the Disability Support Service (DSS) Tá comhairleoireacht le fáil trí mheán na as soon as you accept your off er to Gaeilge. The service is confi dential and it is NUI Galway. To register with DSS you free of charge. must complete the online registration form available on the DSS webpage CHILDCARE nuigalway.ie/disability/ Spraoi Early Learning Centre operates the University Crèche located at 50 Upper Newcastle.

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How to Apply

CONTENTS

1. GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 5. SCHOOL LEAVING EXAMINATIONS FROM NON-EU COUNTRIES 178 A Age 175 6. OTHER ROUTES OF ENTRY B Matriculation – Minimum Entry Requirements 175 A HEAR–Higher Education Access Route 179 C Garda Vetting/Police Clearance 175 B DARE–Disability Access Route to D Medical Clearance 175 Education 179 E Irish Language Requirement 175 C Access Course for F Third Language Requirement 175 School Leavers 179 G Assessment of Applications 175 D Access Course for Mature Students 180 H Selection Scheme for Medicine (allocation of places) 175 E MATURE–Applying on the Grounds of Mature Years 180 2. IRISH LEAVING CERTIFICATE APPLICANTS F QQI-FETAC–Further Education and Training Awards Council 180 A Matriculation 176 G Transfer 180 B Acceptable Subjects 176 H Adult Learning and Professional C Points 176 Development 180 D Students from Outside the EU 7. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS Presenting the Leaving Certifi cate 176 A Deferred Entry 181 E How to Apply 176 B Bonus Points for Maths 181 3. GCE/GCSE A LEVELS APPLICANTS C Engineering Maths Qualifying A Matriculation 177 Examination 181 B Acceptable Subjects 177 D Information on Fees 181 C Irish Language Requirement E Performance Points 181 and Exemption 177 8. IMPORTANT DATES D How to compare A-Level FOR APPLICANTS 182 Grades with Points 177 E How to Apply 177 4. SCHOOL LEAVING EXAMINATIONS FROM EU COUNTRIES OUTSIDE IRELAND AND THE UNITED KINGDOM

A Matriculation, Exemptions and Acceptable Subjects 178 B How to Apply 178

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1. General Entry Requirements

1A AGE 1E IRISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT provide full and accurate information in Students must normally have attained the Generally speaking, Irish is a standard their application and notify the University age of 17 by 15 January following entry, for subject requirement for matriculation for of any changes or corrections to the example, for entry in 2020, date of birth applicants with the Irish Leaving Certifi cate. original application. must be on or before 15 January 2004. If However, certain applicants may be eligible In the light of additional information a student under that age seeks to enter for an exemption from this requirement which was not available at the time of the University, special application must be from the NUI (for example, those born selection, an off er may be amended or in made to the President of the University. outside the ). Detailed exceptional circumstances withdrawn. The information is available on the NUI website. 1B MATRICULATION—MINIMUM University also reserves the right to correct ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Find out more errors when they have been made in the communication of decisions and off ers. Matriculation refers to the minimum National University of Ireland (NUI), 49 1H SELECTION SCHEME requirements for entry to the university. Merrion Square, Dublin 2 FOR MEDICINE (ALLOCATION NUI Galway is a constituent university t. +353 1 439 2424 OF PLACES) of the National University of Ireland w. www.nui.ie (NUI). Students wishing to enter an 1F THIRD LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT In order for school leavers to be eligible undergraduate degree programme at to compete for entry to undergraduate NUI Galway must meet the matriculation A third language is required for Arts, Medicine, they must: requirements of the university. The detailed Commerce, Law, Medicine, Speech and 1. achieve a minimum of 480 points, and matriculation requirements of the NUI Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, 2. meet the minimum entry requirements for and the University are provided in the and Podiatric Medicine. It is not required the programme in the same sitting of the Irish following sections and depend on the type for entry to Nursing or Engineering. Nor Leaving Certifi cate examination or equivalent of examinations being presented. They are is it required for Science courses, except examination, and also available online. for Biotechnology. All applicants whose 3. complete the required admissions test (HPAT- fi rst language is not English, or who have Find out more Ireland) in 2020. Results are only valid in the not been educated through the medium year of entry. Click on ‘Entry Requirements’ under the of the English language during their two ‘Going to College’ heading at nui.ie most recent years of study, must attain Further information on the selection 1C GARDA VETTING/POLICE an advanced level in English in their fi nal scheme and allocation of places is available CLEARANCE school exam or must present one of the online. Applications for admission to the recognised English language qualifi cations MB (Bachelor of Medicine) programme Applicants to certain programmes will (for example, IELTS, TOEFL). For further in NUI Galway from students who are be required to complete Garda vetting information on recognised English- attending, or have previously attended, or other overseas police clearance (if language qualifi cations, please refer to the all or part of a medical degree programme applicable). This requirement is due NUI and NUI Galway websites. in another institution are considered to the external placement element of only from those who have successfully the programme, which will bring the Find out more completed the examination requirements student into a position of trust and may National University of Ireland (NUI) in their previous institution. involve unsupervised access to children 49 Merrion Square, Dublin 2 or vulnerable adults. Any programmes t. +353 1 439 2424 If those examination requirements are which require Garda vetting include this w. nui.ie not successfully completed, an application in the course entry requirements in the w. nuigalway.ie/undergrad-admissions/ may only be considered if a reasonable undergraduate prospectus and online. interval (normally not less than three years) 1G ASSESSMENT OF APPLICATIONS If the outcome of the vetting process has elapsed and if the applicant, through is not satisfactory, students will not be Applications can only be assessed on the her/his intervening experience and/or able to participate in placements and, basis of information provided with the otherwise, indicates better preparedness therefore, will not be able to complete application. All relevant documentation to successfully undertake university the programme. Garda vetting is now a and examination results (including any studies again. legal requirement under the Children and exemptions granted by NUI) that are being All such applicants must satisfy the Vulnerable Persons Act. presented for assessment to NUI Galway normal entry requirements and standards must be with the Central Applications Find out more of the programme to which they are Offi ce (CAO) no later than the dates below: seeking admission. w. nuigalway.ie/undergrad- Irish Leaving Certifi cate: 11 August 2020 admissions/garda-vetting/ Find out more (TBC) 1D MEDICAL CLEARANCE w. nuigalway.ie/undergrad- Other school leaving exams: See CAO admissions/school-leavers/medicine/ Candidates for admission to Medicine website www.cao.ie and Nursing are required to pass a health assessment prior to admission. It may not be possible to gain entry in the This assessment includes testing for a current year if documents or results are number of infectious diseases that may be presented later than the relevant dates. a risk to patients. This includes Leaving Certifi cate results. It is the responsibility of applicants to

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2. Leaving Certi� cate Applicants 2A MATRICULATION 2C POINTS For holders of the Leaving Certifi cate, Due to limited places, admission to languages available at GCE/GCSE levels will six subjects are required, with a minimum undergraduate programmes is based on be accepted as meeting the third language Grade H5 in two subjects, and at least the points system. Each applicant’s score requirement. In these circumstances, it is Grade O6/H7 in four other subjects. is calculated by allocating points for grades permissible for candidates to combine the achieved in one sitting (i.e., any one year) of results of the Leaving Certifi cate with the An applicant may combine the results the Leaving Certifi cate examination. Only language result in the GCE/GCSE. In the of the Leaving Certifi cate examinations the best six subjects are taken into account case of examinations other than the GCE/ obtained in diff erent years for matriculation for points. GCSE, applications are considered by the purposes for all programmes with the university on an individual basis. exception of Medicine (see section 1(H)). POINTS ARE AWARDED AS FOLLOWS: 2E HOW TO APPLY This concession applies to matriculation Grade Higher Paper Ordinary Paper only; it does not apply to the calculation of Applications for admission to all points for admission. 1 100 56 full-time undergraduate degree courses are made through the Central Applications 2B ACCEPTABLE SUBJECTS 2 88 46 Offi ce (CAO). 3 77 37 All subjects of the current Leaving Applications can be made online, or 4 66 28 Certifi cate examination are accepted alternatively, please contact the CAO offi ce for matriculation purposes, with the 5 56 20 to request a hard copy application form. following exceptions: 6 46 12 Find out more Gaeilge–Bonnleibhéal (Irish, Foundation 7 37 n/a Level) will not be accepted for matriculation Central Applications Offi ce (CAO) POINTS AWARDED FOR LCVP LINK or points purposes. Tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway MODULES BY NUI GALWAY t. +353 91 509 800 Mathematics (Ordinary Alternative/ w. Foundation Level) will be accepted for Distinction 66 cao.ie matriculation purposes, but not as a Merit 46 Application forms are accompanied by the substitute for the subject Mathematics CAO Handbook which gives you details of Pass 28 in programmes for which the subject application procedures and closing dates. Mathematics is currently an entry Please read this handbook very carefully. Note: While Link Modules are acceptable requirement. Neither will a score be The normal CAO closing date for receipt for points scoring purposes, they may awarded for a grade in this subject. of completed applications is 5.15pm not be counted as one of the six subjects on 1 February. Late applications will be Home Economics (General), which has to satisfy minimum entry/matriculation accepted up to 5.15pm on 1 May, subject been discontinued from 2004, is not requirements. Students will have the to an additional fee. Please note that late an acceptable matriculation subject for opportunity to use their points allocation applications may not be made by those admission to NUI Galway. However, Leaving for the Link Modules as one of their applying on mature years grounds or by Certifi cate Home Economics–Scientifi c six subjects for the purposes of those applying for entry to Medicine. and Social is an acceptable matriculation calculating points. subject for admission. Twenty-fi ve bonus points are awarded for The combining of the following subjects a grade H6 or above in Higher Level Maths. is not permitted: 2D STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE THE • Physics with Chemistry (joint) may not be EU PRESENTING THE LEAVING presented with either Physics or Chemistry CERTIFICATE • Only two of History, Economic History and The following special arrangements apply Economics may be presented in the case of students from outside the • Music and Musicianship may not be presented EU whose fi rst language is a language other with Music than English, and who present the Leaving • Agricultural Economics may not be presented Certifi cate for matriculation registration with Economics purposes. • Classical Studies may not be presented with Latin or Greek In general, such candidates will be LABORATORY SCIENCE SUBJECTS: required to present a language other than English for matriculation purposes. The following subjects in the Irish Leaving Where the fi rst language of a candidate Certifi cate are recognised laboratory from outside the EU presenting the science subjects: Leaving Certifi cate is not available in the • Agricultural Science Leaving Certifi cate, an examination in • Biology that language, accepted by the university • Chemistry as comparable to the matriculation/ • Physics and Chemistry (joint) Leaving Certifi cate examination, will be • Physics acceptable for matriculation purposes. For example, examinations in non-EU

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3. GCE/GCSE A-Levels Applicants 3A MATRICULATION GCE/LC POINTS EQUIVALENCE NUI Galway welcomes applicants Please refer to our website for approximate presenting General Certifi cate of Education minimum A-Level grades required for entry. (GCE) and General Certifi cate of Secondary Find out more Education (GCSE) results. To matriculate, w. students presenting GCE and GCSE nuigalway.ie/alevels/ examinations must obtain a pass in at least 3E HOW TO APPLY six recognised subjects in accordance with programme requirements, as well as Application for admission to all full-time obtaining the following: undergraduate degree courses must be made through the Central Applications GCE Offi ce (CAO). Applications can be made At least a Grade C at Advanced Level in two online or alternatively please contact the recognised subjects (Grade A with Grade CAO offi ce to request a hard copy. E, or Grade B with Grade D, are considered Find out more the equivalent of two Grade Cs). GCE A LEVEL/GCSE Central Applications Offi ce (CAO) Tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway At least a Grade C in four recognised t. +353 91 509 800 subjects. The results of Leaving Certifi cate w. cao.ie and GCE/GCSE examinations may not normally be combined for the purposes of The normal CAO closing date for receipt an application. of completed applications is 5.15pm on 3B ACCEPTABLE SUBJECTS 1 February. Not all GCE and GCSE subjects are Late applications will be accepted by the recognised and some subjects may not be CAO up to 5.15pm on 1 May, subject to an accepted in combination with one another. additional fee. For further information and the full list Please note that a late application of GCE and GCSE subjects acceptable cannot be made by those applying for for matriculation, consult the Entry Medicine (GY501). Requirements section online. Find out more Click on ‘Entry Requirements’ under the ‘Going to College’ heading on nui.ie 3C IRISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT AND EXEMPTION If you were born outside the Republic of Ireland, you do not require Irish as a subject for entry to NUI Galway. Candidates from Northern Ireland and Great Britain presenting GCE/GCSE qualifi cations will automatically be granted exemption from Irish and are not required to apply to the NUI for exemption. 3D HOW TO COMPARE A-LEVEL GRADES WITH POINTS Where a Leaving Certifi cate grade of O3 is required, the minimum requirement is a Grade B at GCSE. Where a Leaving Certifi cate grade of H4/ H5 is required, the minimum requirement is a Grade C at GCE A-level.

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4. School Leaving 5. School Examinations Leaving from EU Countries Examinations outside Ireland from Non-EU and The United Countries For the purposes of making an application, Kingdom an EU applicant is defi ned as a person who 4A MATRICULATION, EXEMPTIONS has been resident in an EU/EEA member AND ACCEPTABLE SUBJECTS state for at least three of the fi ve years prior to entry and whose parents have NUI Galway welcomes applications for been in full-time employment in an EU/ undergraduate degree programmes from EEA member state for three of the fi ve EU applicants. years prior to entry. Irish and EU nationals Applicants must meet normal whose families have emigrated to non-EU matriculation and entry requirements. countries such as the USA, Australia, etc., Detailed information for each country is and who have received a minimum of fi ve available online. years of schooling in an EU country, should also apply through CAO. Find out more Find out more w. nuigalway.ie/undergrad-admissions/ 4B HOW TO APPLY Contact the Admissions Offi ce and the Fees Offi ce: EU applicants must apply through the nuigalway.ie/admissions CAO in accordance with the closing dates nuigalway.ie/fees (refer to section 2E) and must tick the Those who do not meet these criteria box ‘other school exams’. Applicants are deemed to be non-EU applicants, who have completed a recognised fi nal and NUI Galway welcomes applications school examination (e.g., German Abitur, from this cohort. Non-EU applicants International Baccalaureate) in a previous are required to apply online through year must send a certifi ed translated copy the NUI Galway International Aff airs of the results to the CAO offi ce. Offi ce with the exception of applicants Applicants sitting their fi nal school exam intending to study Medicine. in summer 2020 must send a certifi ed Applicants to Medicine from North translated copy of the results to the CAO America, Malaysia, Singapore and other offi ce as soon as they become available non-EU countries should refer to our and prior to the issue of Round One website for information on regional agents. off ers. Please note that a certifi ed English translation is required in the case of Find out more qualifi cations not issued originally in English NUI Galway International Aff airs Offi ce or Irish. nuigalway.ie/international-students/ This must be sent directly to the CAO Applicants offi ce, not directly to the university. nuigalway.ie/undergrad- Applications for admission to all full-time admissions/school-leavers/medicine/ undergraduate degree courses are made medicinenon-eu/ through the CAO. Applications can be made online, or alternatively, please contact the CAO offi ce to request a hard copy. Find out more Central Applications Offi ce (CAO) Tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway t. +353 91 509 800 w. cao.ie

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6. Other Routes of Entry

6A HEAR—HIGHER EDUCATION Condition of a HEAR O� er Applicants with a specifi c learning diffi culty ACCESS ROUTE or dyspraxia must return a fully completed Students who receive a HEAR off er must psycho-educational assessment The Higher Education Access Route attend an orientation programme before completed by an appropriately qualifi ed (HEAR) is a third-level admissions scheme the fi rst semester. Students who accept psychologist, in place of Section C of the for school leavers from socioeconomically places in NUI Galway through HEAR are SIF. disadvantaged backgrounds. HEAR has off ered a variety of academic, personal and been established by a number of higher social supports while studying at third level. Applicants with dyspraxia must also education institutions, and is based provide additional verifi cation (for more on clear evidence that socioeconomic 6B DARE—DISABILITY ACCESS ROUTE TO EDUCATION information on evidence of disability see disadvantage has a negative impact on www.accesscollege.ie). educational achievement at school and The Disability Access Route to Education CONDITION OF A DARE OFFER progression to higher education. (DARE) is a supplementary admissions School leavers who provide satisfactory scheme for school leavers with disabilities. Students who receive a DARE off er must evidence relating to their socio-economic DARE was established by a number of register with the Disability Support Service circumstances and meet the Irish Leaving colleges and universities because evidence at NUI Galway and agree on a schedule of Certificate matriculation/minimum entry shows that disability can have a negative meetings with the service. impact on how well a student does at and subject requirements are eligible to More Information compete for a quota of places allocated school and whether they go on to college. to applicants on a reduced points basis School leavers who meet the eligibility More Information on DARE is available in NUI Galway. criteria compete for a quota of places from your school guidance counsellor or NUI Galway Disability Support Service. As the minimum entry and subject allocated to applicants on a reduced points requirements may be diff erent for each basis in NUI Galway. All applicants must Find out more: meet the Irish Leaving Certifi cate (or course, applicants should check this accesscollege.ie prospectus for the requirements of equivalent), matriculation/minimum entry each preference listed on the Central and subject requirements. As the minimum 6C ACCESS COURSE FOR SCHOOL LEAVERS Applications Offi ce (CAO) form. entry and subject requirements may be diff erent for each course, applicants should The Access course for school leavers is WHO SHOULD APPLY TO HEAR? check this prospectus for the requirements a one-year, full-time programme designed of each preference listed on your CAO form. HEAR is for school leavers (under 23 years for students who have a desire to study at old as of 1 January 2020). Mature and WHO SHOULD APPLY TO DARE? third level, but who are unable to do so FETAC students have diff erent admission due to a variety of social and economic DARE is for school leavers (under 23 years routes and can get further information on reasons, such as: these from NUI Galway. old as of January 1 2020), who have the ability to benefi t from and succeed in • Long-term unemployment HOW TO APPLY TO HEAR: higher education but who may not meet • Low family income 1. Apply online to CAO by 5.15pm on the points for their preferred course, due • Little or no family tradition of progression onto 1 February 2020. to the impact of a disability. Mature and higher education 2. You must indicate in your CAO application no FETAC students have diff erent admissions • Limited study facilities at home later than 5.15pm on 1 March 2020 that you routes, and you can get further information • Family stresses (particularly those related to wish to apply for the HEAR scheme, and you on these routes from NUI Galway. family fi nance) must fully and correctly complete all elements HOW TO APPLY TO DARE • This programme is also suitable for students of the HEAR form (the HEAR form is a part of with illness or disability whose education has your CAO application). 1. Apply to CAO by 5:15pm on 1 February 2020. been aff ected by long-term absenteeism. 3. Submit relevant evidence in support of your 2. No later than 5:15pm on 1 March 2020, you application to arrive at CAO no later than must disclose your disability and/or specifi c Find out more learning diffi culty in your CAO application and 5.15pm on 15th March 2020. Access Programmes Offi ce fully and correctly complete Section A of the NUI Galway Supplementary Information Form (the SIF is a HEAR applications can only be made online t. +353 91 493 553 part of your CAO application). If you wish to be at www.cao.ie f. +353 91 494 573 considered for the DARE scheme, you must e. [email protected] More information indicate this on Section A of the fully completed w. nuigalway.ie/accesscentre/ More information on HEAR is available SIF by ticking ‘Yes’ to Question 5 by 5:15pm on from your school guidance counsellor 1 March 2020. or the NUI Galway Access Offi ce. 3. You must return the fully completed Second Level Academic Reference (Section B) and Find out more Evidence of Disability (Section C) of the SIF accesscollege.ie to arrive at CAO no later than 5:15pm on cao.ie 1 April 2020. nuigalway.ie/access nuigalway.ie/admissions

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6D ACCESS COURSE FOR MATURE 2020 and the test date is Saturday 22 Some degree programmes have additional STUDENTS February 2020. Mature applicants must entry requirements. These usually take The Access course for mature students also have an Honours Science subject to the form of distinctions (80% or greater) is designed to meet the learning Leaving Certifi cate standard prior to taking in specifi c modules which prospective needs of the adult student and provide the HPAT test. Successful candidates will students are required to hold in order to individual attention and assistance where be invited to the MMI interview in May. be eligible to apply. Please pay particular attention to these additional entry appropriate. It aims to provide mature Applications must be made by 1 February requirements, if they apply to your desired students with the opportunity to prepare 2020 through the Central Applications course of study. personally and academically for an Offi ce (CAO). Please note that a late undergraduate course of full-time study of application cannot be made by those Successful applicants may only be admitted at least three years duration at NUI Galway. applying on grounds of mature years. on a competitive basis to Year One of a Find out more The applicant must ensure that copies degree programme. QQI/FET/FETAC of all relevant information–for example, applicants should apply online through Access Programmes Offi ce certifi cates, transcripts and a personal the Central Applications Offi ce (www. NUI Galway statement–are included with the cao.ie) for all NUI Galway’s full-time e. [email protected] CAO application. undergraduate courses. w. nuigalway.ie/accesscentre/ Admission on the grounds of mature For a full list of all QQI/FET/FETAC 6E MATURE—APPLYING ON THE years is competitive. Applicants who are pathways to full-time undergraduate GROUNDS OF MATURE YEARS successful in gaining admission on the degrees, please see: www.nuigalway.ie/ If you are at least 23 years of age on grounds of mature years are also assessed access/qqifetac/ on the basis of their school leaving or before 1 January 2020 and if your Find out more school leaving examination results do qualifi cations (if any) in competition with not meet normal matriculation and other applicants. Access Programmes Offi ce entry requirements, you may apply on NUI Galway Find out more e. the grounds of mature years. In general, [email protected] w. applicants are selected on the basis of Mature Students’ Guide nuigalway.ie/accesscentre/ e. academic aptitude, which may include [email protected] 6G TRANSFER certain Leaving Certifi cate subjects, nuigalway.ie/mature relevant work and life experience, and MSAP test information The Undergraduate Admissions Offi ce evidence of motivation and interest in the w. msap-ie.acer.edu.au/ welcomes applications from students programme area. These areas should be wishing to transfer into an undergraduate addressed in the written application. CAO degree programme at a level beyond e. cao.ie fi rst year. Transfer applications are It is strongly advised that intending normally considered from students who applicants consult the Mature Students’- HPAT test information w. have completed a course at Level 6 or Guide prior to making an application for hpat-ireland.acer.edu.au/ Level 7 in an Institute of Technology or information on the application process Further advice and guidance have completed Year 1 of a degree in and assessment criteria. Full details are t. +353 91 492 695 another university and wish to transfer available from October 2019 in the Mature w. nuigalway.ie/mature to Year 2 or 3 of a similar course at NUI Students Guide, which can be found online Galway. Information is available on the or by emailing NUI Galway. 6F QQI/FETAC—FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING Undergraduate Admissions Offi ce website. In addition, NUI Galway will host a Mature AWARDS COUNCIL Find out more Students Public Information Evening in the Life Course Institute from 5pm to A large number of Undergraduate nuigalway.ie/undergrad-admissions/ 8pm on Wednesday Jan 15th 2020, with a programmes in NUI Galway are open non-schoolleavers/externaltransfer/ CAO talk at 6pm in LCI-G018. This special on a competitive basis to students who apply on the basis of a recognised QQI 6H ADULT LEARNING AND information evening is designed for anyone PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT aged 23 or over, who may be considering (FETAC or NCVA) qualifi cation. In order studies at NUI Galway in 2020. To attend to be considered for a place on these The University also off ers Adult this evening please sign up now at: programmes, students are required to have Learning and Professional Development completed the requisite QQI (FETAC) Level programmes for adults interested in nuigalway.ie/mature/public-events/ 5 or Level 6 course and hold a minimum of returning to learning. A wide range of All applicants intending to apply for Arts fi ve distinctions in the requisite modules. certifi cates, diplomas and part-time (including denominated programmes) in Award codes begin with 5M (for example degree programmes are on off er. Entry 2020 on the grounds of mature years will 5M2102 Business Studies) for level 5 requirements and details of courses be required to take the Mature Students’- awards and 6M (for example 6M3674 are available online and from the Centre Admissions Pathway (MSAP) test as part Community Development) for level 6 for Adult Learning and Professional of the selection process. There will be one awards. Older awards have a diff erent Development Offi ce. sitting only of this test in 2020 and it will naming convention but many have been Find out more take place on Saturday 7th March 2020. updated to this new 5M and 6M convention. Centre For Adult Learning and All applicants intending to apply for Please note that places are limited for Professional Development Offi ce Medicine in 2020 on the grounds of mature QQI/FET/FETAC applicants on degree NUI Galway years will be required to take the HPAT Test. programmes. t. Registration closing date is 20 January +353 91 494066 e. 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7. Additional Regulations

7A DEFERRED ENTRY The maximum possible adjusted points Applicants who have been off ered a score for applicants to Medicine will fi rst-year place in the university may increase from 560 to 565. (For all scores apply for deferral of entry for one year. over 550, each 5-point band equals The application must be made to the one extra point.) The baseline score of Admissions Offi ce and only in respect of 480 points will still apply but can include the course in which the off er is made. We the bonus points if HL Mathematics regret deferrals are not granted in the (cumulative points) is among the best six College of Medicine Course GY501 subjects. (except when the deferral is sought on 7C ENGINEERING MATHS medical grounds). QUALIFYING EXAMINATION Once you receive your Off er Notice from The Engineering Maths Qualifying the CAO: Examination is for students who achieve suffi cient CAO entry points and satisfy 1. Do not accept the off er in the manner shown all other entry requirements but who on the Off er Notice. do not achieve the requisite grade in 2. Apply online immediately: Mathematics in the Leaving Certifi cate www.nuigalway.ie/undergrad-admissions/ for admission to certain undergraduate deferrals/deferrals/ engineering courses. For information on 3. The application must be made to the the examination and details on how to Admissions Offi ce at least two days before the apply, please consult our website. ‘Reply Date’ shown on the Off er Notice. 4. NUI Galway will communicate the decision to Find out more the applicant. 5. In order to take up the deferred place, the nuigalway.ie/engineering- applicant must re-apply through the CAO by informatics/undergraduatestudents/ 1 February of the succeeding year, placing engineeringmathsqualifyingexamination/ the deferred course as the fi rst and only 7D FEES preference. For information on fees, please refer to our Applicants who have been given permission website. to defer entry must not in the intervening year: Find out more • Attend a third-level institution, or nuigalway.ie/fees • Repeat the Leaving Certifi cate examination 7E PERFORMANCE POINTS with the intention of applying for a diff erent third-level programme. NUI GALWAY ‘PERFORMANCE POINTS’ If an applicant granted a deferral SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP does either of the above, the deferral will A limited number of scholarships will be lapse and applicants will be required to off ered for athletes who apply for courses compete for a place on the programme the that require more than 350 points, with following year. the exception of GY501 Medicine. Forty 7B BONUS POINTS FOR MATHS ‘performance points’, which can be added to your examination results for entry to A bonus of 25 points will be allocated to NUI Galway, will be on off er for successful students who achieve grade H6 or above candidates. in Higher Level (HL) Mathematics. This means that the maximum cumulative Find out more Leaving Certifi cate points total will increase nuigalway.ie/sports/elitesport/ from 600 to 625 (existing maximum points plus bonus points). CREATIVE ARTS ‘PERFORMANCE POINTS’ The bonus points will only be relevant in Special ‘performance points’ are off ered for cases where the subject HL Mathematics new entrants who show exceptional artistic (including bonus points) is scored as one promise and achievement in one of six of the candidate’s six best subjects for areas of excellence. Successful applicants points purposes. Consequently, if HL will gain 40 bonus points when applying Mathematics (cumulative points score) is for entry to all NUI Galway undergraduate not among these six subjects, the bonus courses that require more than 350 points, points will not be included in the total with the exception of GY501 Medicine. points score. Find out more nuigalway.ie/ creativeartsperformancepoints/

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Important Dates for Applicants

SEPTEMBER 2019 MARCH 2020 JULY 2020

Central Applications Office (CAO) 2020 1 March, 5.15pm 1 July, 5.15pm applications packs delivered to schools. Closing date for amending course Change of mind closing date. choices. Early July OCTOBER 2019 1 March, 5.15pm Round A offers for certain non- Closing date for final completion of standard categories of applicants online HEAR/DARE forms. (matures, deferrals, etc.). NUI GALWAY’S OPEN DAYS 5 March 22 July, 5.15pm 4 October, 9am to 3pm and Late application facility open. Closing date for late applications for 5 October, 9am to 3pm 7 March those already attending a participating MSAP test date. HEI (exception to timetable).

NOVEMBER 2019 15 March, 5.15pm Latest date for HEAR/DARE supporting AUGUST 2020 4 November, 12.00 noon documentation to arrive in CAO. CAO online application facility opens. 19 August (expected date) Change of Course Choice (free) NUI GALWAY’S OPEN DAYS Round 1 offers. facility opens. Saturday 28 March 9am to 3pm 23 August, 5.15pm (expected date) Round 1 acceptances. JANUARY 2020 MAY 2020 28 August (expected date) Round 2 offers. 20 January, 5.15pm 1 May, 5.15pm 30 August, 5.15pm (expected date) Apply online by this date to avail of the Closing date for late applications. Round 2 acceptances. discounted application fee of €30. 5 May 31st January, 5.15pm Online change of mind facility becomes SEPTEMBER 2020 Closing date for online Change of available. Course Choices (free). Before end of May Early September Statement of Application Record sent HEIs begin registration and induction. FEBRUARY 2020 to all applicants by CAO. OCTOBER 2020 1 February, 5.15pm Normal closing date for applications JUNE 2020 (€45 fee). 18 October, 5.15pm Leaving Certificate examinations. Offer season ends. 5 February Online facility to amend course choices CAO Change of Mind clinic, NUI Galway becomes available (€10 fee). campus. Check website for details. Saturday 22 February HPAT test date.

HPAT (FOR MEDICINE APPLICANTS) MSAP (FOR MATURE APPLICANTS TO ARTS) EXAM DATES AND FEES DATES AND FEES

Apply 20 January, 5.15pm (€140 fee) APPLY 2 February, midnight (€83) 1 February, 5.15pm (€210 fee)

LATE APPLICATIONS 3 February, 5.15pm (€245 fee) 16 February, midnight (€118 fee)

TEST DAY 22 February 7 March

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Useful Contacts

MAIN NUI GALWAY SWITCHBOARD ADULT AND CONTINUING RECRUITMENT OFFICERS t. EDUCATION OFFICE +353 91 524 411 CAROLINE DUGGAN f. +353 91 525 700 NUI Galway t. w. www.nuigalway.ie +353 91 494 066 South, South West & Midlands Regions e. t. w. www.oegaillimh.ie [email protected] +353 87 239 1219 e. [email protected]

STUDENT INFORMATION DESK ACCESS PROGRAMMES GRÁINNE DUNNE (GENERAL STUDENT ENQUIRIES) NUI Galway Áras Uí Chathail t. +353 91 493 553 North & North West Regions t. NUI Galway e. [email protected] +353 87 244 0858 e. t. +353 91 495 999 w. nuigalway.ie/access [email protected] w. www.nuigalway.ie/sid e. [email protected] DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICE ELISH CARR NUI Galway East & South East Regions t. ADMISSIONS OFFICE – UNDERGRADUATE t. +353 91 492 106 +353 86 779 4010 (EU APPLICANTS) e. e. [email protected] [email protected] Áras Uí Chathail w. nuigalway.ie/disability/ NUI Galway t. +353 91 492 401 t. +353 91 494 024 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS OFFICE t. +353 91 493 878 – (Non-EU Applicants) w. www.nuigalway.ie/admissions NUI Galway e. [email protected] t. +353 91 495 277 w. www.nuigalway.ie/international e. [email protected] FEES OFFICE Áras Uí Chathail NUI Galway ALUMNI OFFICE t. +353 91 492 386 NUI Galway f. +353 91 495 553 t. +353 91 494 310 e. [email protected] w. www.nuigalway.ie/alumni e. [email protected]

ACCOMMODATION AND WELFARE OFFICE Áras Uí Chathail SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS NUI Galway t. +353 91 492 364 NUI Galway t. e. [email protected] +353 91 495 979 w. t. +353 91 492 364 www.nuigalway.ie/sports e. e. [email protected] [email protected] t. +353 91 495 282 For all other entrance scholarships, e. [email protected] contact the Admissions Offi ce at w. w. nuigalway.ie/student-life/accommodation/ nuigalway.ie/admissions/scholarships

MATURE STUDENTS OFFICE STUDENT RECRUITMENT OFFICE Áras Uí Chathail NUI Galway t. NUI Galway +353 91 492 814 t. t. +353 91 492 695 +353 91 495 788 e. w. www.nuigalway.ie/mature [email protected] e. [email protected]

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Notes:

184 STUDENT SUPPORTS GoBus line from Ballina into Galway. It stops in: Ballina, Foxford, Ballyvary, Castlebar, Transport Links to NUI Galway Balla, Claremorris, Ballindine, WESTPORT HEALY BUSES Milltown, Tuam, and Galway GOBUS LINE (GMIT, City Centre, and NUIG)

Ballina BALLINA TREACY COACHES

Castlebar Foxford Ballyvary DONEGAL BUS FEDA Castlebar Foxford

Ballinrobe Balla Letterkenny MONAGHAN STREAMLINE COACHES Claremorris Kiltimagh Donegal Bundoran Ballindine Sligo Headford Milltown DUBLIN GOBUS Tuam Tuam Cavan & CITYLINK

ATHLONE Kildare Ballinasloe DUBLIN TRAIN Tullamore

Nenagh Thurles Ballinamore Kilkenny Ennis CARLOW Carrick-on-Shannon Limerick J.J. KAVANAGH Galway (GMIT, City Centre & NUIG) Listowel Ballaghaderreen LIMERICK TRAIN

WESTLINK Tralee COACHES

CORK CITYLINK

LIMERICK TRAIN DINGLE CONNECTING TO KENNEDY CORK, TRALEE Bus Éireann services not listed COACHES & WATERFORD on this map. For a full list of stops, timetables and fares for private bus services, see individual website addresses. Undergraduate Prospectus 2020 Prospectus Undergraduate NUI GALWAY

NUI Galway Undergraduate Prospectus – Réamheolaire Fochéime 2020 www.nuigalway.ie www.nuigalway.ie National University of Ireland Galway Ireland of University National GaillimhOllscoil hÉireann na t. +353 91 524 411 w.