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Your Student Guide Book provides you with useful information to aid your progress through a happy and rewarding first class education experience. Retain and use this Student Guide Book to help you get the best out of your learning experience at NUI Galway. www.nuigalway.ie/startinguniversity #MyNUIGalway First Year Hotline to find out about orientation, start dates, fees, accommodation, registration or any other queries you may have, please call the First Year hotline: +353 91 493 999 OpeninG hOurS: august 15th to September 28th 2018: Mon to Fri: 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm Saturday, August 18th & 25th 2018: 9.00 am to 1.00 pm or visit: www.nuigalway.ie/new-students
OrientatiOn ASK US Week www.nuigalway.ie/askus Monday, 3rd September - Friday, 7th September Attendance is compulsory
The contents of the Student Guide are for information purposes only and shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between NUI Galway and an applicant or any third party. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication, the University reserves the right to amend, change or delete any courses, syllabuses, examinations, fees, regulations, rules or orders at any time without notice.
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page page 24 3 Welcome Student Services Career Development Centre page Chaplaincy Service 4 The Equal Access Survey Childcare Facilities page International Office 5 10 Top Tips for Success Disability Support Access programme page Mature Students 7 Need to Know Health Services Student Services Health Promotion Student Information Desk Counselling Service Accommodation Students’ Union Fees and Grants page Registration 30 Student Cards Get Involved Sports, Clubs and Recreation Money/Finance Student Societies Computers and Email Volunteering Travelling to Campus and Parking Flirt FM Student Connect Programme Sin Newspaper International Students Code of Conduct page 36 On Campus Services page 17 Student Shop Learning Support Pharmacy Learning at University Food Outlets Jargon Buster Banking Blackboard Copying and Printing Plagiarism Bookshops James Hardiman Library Security Academic Writing Centre SUMS page 41 Campus Map
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Congratulations on becoming a student at one of ireland’s best unWiversities, nuie Galwayl. Wec are deloighted tmo welcome yoeu and we look forward to having you on campus. You can be confident that you are joining a dynamic and forward-thinking university, with a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence.
Welcome to the NUI Galway Responsibilities are included It will provide you with an Student Guide Book for within this guide on pages 15-16 opportunityto attend the first week of 2018/2019. Within this guide you and the full text can be viewed at : lectures, to get to know our campus will find important information www.nuigalway.ie/codeofconduct and to meet with your Student about being a student at Connect Mentor who will advise and NUI Galway and helpful advice support you in the transition to about getting the most out of your It is very important that you are university life. time at the University. The aware of the University’s rules, NUI Galway Student Guide Book policies and regulations and as a We hope that you find the guide is a compact, easy to use, student you are bound by these useful during your time here at complete guide which highlights provisions. NUI Galway and we wish you every the different aspects of life in success in your chosen Degree. NUI Galway. Information on Orientation for students is available at: The guide has been organised into 6 sections: Your Arrival, www.nuigalway.ie/startinguniversity Need to Know , Learning Orientation week runs from Support, Student Services, Get Monday, 3rd September - Friday, Involved and On Campus 7th September. It is compulsory Services. A brief outline of the that you attend. “Our aim is to Student Code of Conduct and ensure that the Student Rights and time you spend at NUI Galway is the most fulfillin g, both educationally Get your very own official and personally”. NUI Galway Hoody at the Gift Shop located in the Quad
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The Equal Access Survey The HEA Equal Access Survey provides NUI Galway with a means of judging the diversity of students participating in higher education. It allows for the allocation of funding to support students with disabilities, mature students and those from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This is your opportunity to influence and change the services provided to you as a student at NUI Galway. Completion of the equal access Survey is anonymous.
How do I complete the survey? Fill in the survey when you register online at www.nuigalway.ie/registration by selecting “ How to Register ” and following the link “ new undergraduate Students ” . More information available at www.hea.ie
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Be smart about your Get your Zzz-s study habits Not getting enough sleep or having At the beginning of each semester, a wildly irregular schedule throws plot out your classes, important dates off your internal clock, leaving you 1for exam0 s, deadlines for papers, etc. less able to concentrate, and more Weekly and monthly calendars of likely to get sick. Try to get at least 6-8 hours of sleep. commitments, along with daily “to do” lists will help you stay on track. If 1 you have difficulty – SEEK HELP. 3 eat! This seems like an easy thing to do, Find your niche and yet so many students forget It’s easy to feel alone on this campus when things get hectic. Begin the unless you find a “home” in one of the day with breakfast (even if it’s on smaller communities. Take a look at the go) and never go more than the huge variety of societies, sports 3 hours without food. Aim for clubs and recreation options, or look balance, and you’ll have a lot more energy. into volunteering opportunities with 4 the ALIVE programme. There’s 2 bound to be many other students who share your interests. physical activity is a must The physical benefits are well documented, plus it’s a great stress reliever. Try to get at least 30 minutes of moderate activity a day. Walk briskly to your classes, join the gym, take an ‘Off the Couch’ class, 5 join a sports club, whatever you like!
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Strike a balance it’s Ok to ask for help Spending every possible minute If you are feeling overwhelmed studying is not good for your health, always ask for help. We all need extra nor is it wise to overextend yourself help and support at different points with too many extracurricular in our lives. Draw on the support of commitments. A balanced week is your family, friends, or contact the composed of time for study, family many support services within the and friends, work, exercise, University. These are confidential 6 extracurricular activity, and some 9 and free are detailed within this quiet down time. guide.
Say “yes” to fun Many students feel guilty about having fun, but scheduling in fun Get involved (a movie, a social evening with You can touch lives in big and small friends, a good book) will ways: Study with a classmate, take a contribute to your success as a friend to dinner, write a letter to the student. editor of SIN about an issue you care 10 about, do regular community service 7 through ALIVE. The sky is the limit in terms of the ways you can extend resilience is key yourself to others. You’ll feel better Minor obstacles and about yourself and the world. disappointments are a normal part of life, learning how to lift your own spirits and tap into your inner strength is a skill that you learn as you go through life. Among your “bag of tricks” can include simple activities, such as picking up the 8 phone and calling a friend, or watching a video that makes you laugh.
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l Student Services l Student Information Desk (SID) l Accommodation l Fees and Grants l Student Cards l Finance/Money l Computers and Emails l Travelling to Campus and Parking l Student Connect Programme l International Students l Code of Conduct
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8 QuAlel gerneyral? welfare/support queries top contact 091 492354 or 091 495282 tip! Have your Location: 1st Floor, Áras Uí Chathail accommodation booked in advance. Student Services
The Student Services Team provide support, advice and help to make your time at NUI Galway as fulfilling and enjoyable as possible. You can call in to see them in relation to personal, social or practical issues you may have throughout the year. Student Student Services accommodation information Desk team Before you start searching, The Student Information Desk is John Hannon it is important to know what the University’s point of contact for Director of Student Services type of accommodation you information on academic records, are looking for: Michael Heffernan conferring, registration, admissions l Student Residence PA to Director of Student Services and exams. They assist with: l Digs/Lodgings una McDermott l House Sharing l Replacement ID Cards l Flats/Apartment s (€20 charge) Manager, Accommodation & Welfare l Validation and stamping Whatever you choose, the of forms e.g. social welfare, teresa kelly Accommodation Office medical card, drug payment, Accommodation Officer is available to support you in USIT visa (Student Travelcard your search for housing. We can forms are stamped by SU) angela Walsh also support and / or refer you l Statements e.g. Proof of Accommodation and Welfare to relevant internal and external Registration Our location services should you experience Áras Uí Chathail issues with your house mates, Student information difficulties with your landlords Desk Opening hours: etc. 10.00am - 12.45pm Location: 2.15pm - 4.45pm Please contact us using our on- Ground Floor Monday - Friday line contact form available at: Áras Uí Chathail https://nuig-accom- T: +353 91 495999 welfare.targetconnect.net/hom e: [email protected] e.html www.twitter.com/nuigsid YOU MUST ABIDE BY THE !STUDENT www.facebook.com/ CODE OF To find out more, see: NUIG.StudentInformationDesk CONDUCT http://www.nuigalway.ie/student -life/accommodation Opening hours : Monday – Friday from 9.00am - 12.30pm and 2.00pm - 4.00pm
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9 Always walk from the house top to college to tip! Check bus routes, see how long Is it local shops, When searching for it really takes accommodation, don’t convenient? laundrettes, etc. forget to check out our website at: www.nuigalway.ie/ student-life/ How is How is the accommodation/ the house electricity, oil and You can also check out heated and gas (if applicable) Check meter other websites such as: what will it paid - meter or bill? readings - www.daft.ie cost to heat? any arrears? www.findahome.ie
key tips Fees and Grants (2) Student contribution charge €3,000: This is payable for renting The fee for your University by you or if you apply for a SUSI programme varies from grant and are deemed eligible, l Always view a property before discipline to discipline. we will invoice SUSI for your paying a deposit SCC. This SUSI grant is means l Always bring a friend or EU Undergraduate fees are tested and you can apply online parent with you when paid by EU nationals (i.e. at www.grantsonline.ie meeting a landlord holding an EU Passport/or Once you receive official l Ensure you have a rental Birth Certificate) who have confirmation of your SUSI grant agreement been ordinarily resident in an please email it to the l Always read and understand EU member state for at least Fees Office: the Rental Agreement three of the last five years. [email protected] before signing Undergraduate fees have three l Always get a receipt for elements as follows: (3) Student levy €224: This is the deposit paid and rent payable by all students and is in advance (1) tuition fee: This varies not covered by a SUSI grant. l Always make a list of from degree programme to furniture and appliances degree programme. This may with the landlord. Damage be paid on your behalf by the or loss of property is a regular Irish Government. It is not reason for losing a deposit means tested and a brief l If there are any outstanding synopsis of eligibility is available repairs, ask the landlord to at www.studentfinance.ie state in writing that they top will be repaired - take photos Check out the website if necessary tip! www.studentfinance.ie which provides comprehensive information for students in relation to fees, grants and supports.
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registration Money/Finance Managing your finance is a big part Registration is the collection and maintenance of student data. of university life. This may be your All students at NUI Galway must register each year to become first time living away from home students of the University, this is obligatory. and it is important that you sit For more information please click down and make a list of your "http://www.nuigalway.ie/registration income and expenditure.
Student Cards Living costs Budgeting is one of the key skills The University provides all new students with a Student ID Card you will need to develop during once your fees have been paid and you are fully registered. This your time at university. Managing card will be your official identification card for the duration of your money well will make your your time at NUI Galway. It provides access to a range of university experience more university facilities such as the University Library, facilitating the enjoyable. borrowing of library books, and allows admission to examination halls, lecture halls, other student facilities and services and Do bear in mind that some costs collecting grant cheques at the Fees Office. are seasonal and vary from month to month. The first month can be this card will be your expensive as you may travel home official identification card more or go out more or buy one- for the duration of your off course materials. time at nui Galway. Remember that a budget is a plan - a list of money coming in and a list It is important that you look after this card as there is a replacement of money you need to pay out - the fee of €20 should you lose or misplace your card. For more trick is to stick to it! information visit https://www.facebook.com/NUIG.StudentInformationDesk If you don’t have a bank account then it is a good idea to set one up as soon as you can. There is a bank on campus and several other banks “Once you learn close to the University. how to manage your money, you will be able to enjoy university life to the full!”
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie 11 top tip! Remember to always shop around for the best deals! Budgeting Find out more To the right we have created a very general www.nuigalway.ie/student-life/financial-matters/ guide of how much you will need to survive for one month in college.
You should sit and discuss Monthly euros this with your parents/guardians and see where you can cut costs and how much they Accommodation (rented) 450 will be able to give you Food, including a weekly on a monthly or weekly basis. shop and food in college 260 To help you manage your own personal Phone, TV and Internet 70 budget check out the budget planner at: Books/Academic Requisites 60 www.consumerhelp.ie/budgeting-calculators Photocopying and Printing 25 Our Financial Counsellor, Electricity and Oil 80 Dave Barry, can advise you on finance and budgeting. To make an appointment please Clothes and Laundry 60 use our online contact form at: Recreation 180 https://nuig-accom- welfare.targetconnect.net/home.html Travel 45 Medical 20 Monthly total 1,250
Financial Support Grants Some students may find themselves experiencing financial difficulties For information regarding despite being careful with money during their time at university. If you find maintenance grants please yourself in this situation and cannot reasonably obtain funds elsewhere, see www.susi.ie financial support is available from the university in the form of the Financial aid Fund . The purpose of the fund is to overcome financial difficulties and enable students to fully benefit from their studies. Costs such as childcare, academic materials, rent, heat/light, food, travel, medical/dental expenses and those arising from family breakdown or bereavement can be considered for support. No money will be given to assist with fees, registration or debt. Students who are following a course of at least one years duration leading to an undergraduate / postgraduate qualification are eligible to apply. The fund is means tested.
Find out more www.nuigalway.ie/student_services/financialaidfund.html “Investing in Your Future”
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Scholarships Grant The University has a large number of scholarships and awards for advance registered students. Each Award/Prize/Scholarship has associated If you haven’t enough funds qualifying criteria, terms and conditions. All are listed, under to meet expenses prior to the undergraduate and postgraduate in the individual College Calendars issue of the grant cheque, and can be viewed online on the respective College websites. you may obtain a Grant Advance from the University The Excellence Scholarships for 2017-18 will be presented at a branch of the Bank of Ireland ceremony held in the Bailey Allen Hall on Thursday or AIB which are located on 11 October 2018 . campus.
Other Awards/Prizes/Scholarships will be presented at Lá na nGradam For further information on to beheld in February 2018. All information regarding the Sport this facility please contact Scholarships can be viewed at your bank directly. http://www.nuigalway.ie/scholarships/
Students of NUI Galway may also compete for the prizes, medals, scholarships and studentships offered for competition by the National University of Ireland, Dublin. For further information please view www.nui.ie Find out more t + 353 91 495 999 [email protected] http://www.nuigalway.ie/admissions/scholarships/
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie For information on all it services available at nui Galway go to http:// 13 ! www.nuigalway.ie/iss4students Access to all IT services, including Blackboard and Email, are automatically disabled when you are no longer a registered student at NUI Galway. it Services
All students have 4 Further information about Go to http://www.nuigalway. access to PC suites your Campus Account and ie/iss4students to see our and Wi-Fi on campus. Don’t Student Email is available at Quick Start Guide video for Forget http://www.nuigalway.ie/ students and to download the As a new student you iss4students latest version of our Quick MuSt activate your Campus Start Guides. Account. You can do this by 5 information and identity going online to Security https://cass.nuigalway.ie The University has number The Library and I.T. Service and use the following of Information and Desk is located in the foyer of credentials: Communication Technology the James Hardiman Library (ICT) security policies and offers first level support 1 User ID (also known as your which you should familiarise for all Library and IT queries. CAO / Student ID number) yourself with available at In addition, keep up to date http://www.nuigalway.ie/infor with the latest service status 2 Temporary Activation Password mation-solutions- information on the James ‘galway’ followed by the first services/ictpolicies/ Hardiman Library Facebook four digits of your date of birth 6 page -facebook.com/ (in the format galwayddmm). Spam and phishing nuiglibrary. Be suspicious of any email 3 Complete the activation with requests for personal questions and choose your new E:[email protected] information. Information password. Note: Passwords P: +353 91 495777W: Solutions and Services (ISS) must be alphanumeric, have servicedesk.nuigalway.ie will never send an email asking at least 8 characters, include you to provide us with your upper, lower case and a special password. if you are locked out, character, i.e. Tool12kit! you can raise a ticket with ISS.
email (Office 365) Wireless 1 Go online to https://outlook.office365.com/ access 2 ID = your NUI Galway email address (Wi-Fi) 24/7 (e.g. [email protected]) Find your email address at http://cass.nuigalway.ie You can connect to the campus Wi-Fi network using either 3 Campus account password - Please use your new eduroam ( preferred) or using Campus Account Password nuiGWiFi. 4 Your email account is the official means of communication eduroam r emembers your from NUI Galway credential so there is no requirement to re-enter your 5 You can install Microsoft Office onto 5 devices password. 6 You have access to up to 1TB of storage through OneDrive nuiG WiFi requires re-entry as your credentials are not stored.
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how do i get a Dos & Don ’ts CLAMPING parking permit? Do not park illegally - Don’t park in spaces marked as reserved or as NUI Galway is loading bays. regularly patrolled IMPORTANT - New students by clampers. Release must use the temporary student - Don’t use the universally accessible spaces if fee: €60 & €80 permit from 20th August until you don’t have or display a valid Irish Wheelchair after 6pm Association ‘blue badge’ permit. 30th September available at www.nuigalway.ie/parking - Do use the Park and Ride Facility in Dangan as much as possible. which allows you to park only in |It has lots of free spaces and is only a three minute drive away. park and ride, until you A bus will pick up and drop you back to your car. Save time and pay your fee of €50 for a full avoid the stress of waiting for a space! parking permit for the year - Do ensure that you ALWAYS give pedestrians right of way and (August – August), this time take care when driving on campus. Be WARNED that speeding period will be shown on your cars will have their number noted and drivers will be addressed. permit. To pay for your student permit please visit the In accepting a student parking permit, you are deemed to have Online Payment System at top read and understood the Student Parking rules and regulations. www.nuigalway.ie/parking Please note that abuse of the parking management system may tip! result in a disciplinary procedure.
Mentoring You will meet your mentor and a Business Students are mentored group of other first years during by students in business. Student Connect - Colleges of the orientation week. The venue The programme in the school arts, Social Sciences and Celtic and time will be sent to you in of Business is a Peer Assisted Studies, Science, Medicine, advance. This meeting is crucial Learning Programme managed nursing and health Sciences as it sets the whole University by the School of Busines s. and the Schools of Law and scene for you and will put into informatics. context what you need to know CÉiM academic peer learn ing Mentors in the Programme as a first year student (socially, First year students in provide support to all first year academically and emotionally). Engineering, Geography, students in the Colleges of Arts, The best way to learn is by Sociology and Politics, and BA Science, MNHS and the Schools hearing it from a student who Law (Law via Arts) meet weekly of Law and Informatics and help was in your shoes this time last in small groups to connect with to make the transition from yea r. Follow us on Facebook to others in their year, discuss second level to third level find out more: coursework and ask questions. education an enjoyable and https://www.facebook.com/ CÉIM sessions are facilitated by memorable time. First year NUIGStudentConnect/ trained 2nd and 3rd year students in these colleges will be student leaders, and are allocated a mentor before they First year student in the organised by academic staff and arrive in the University. We will School of Business, the Students’ Union. Find out send you your mentor’s name, engineering, School of what group you’re in and when email address and telephone Geography, Sociology and to meet at number so that you can contact politics and Ba Law (Law via www.su.nuigalway.ie/ ceim them before you arrive with any arts) queries you might have in Connect Programme does not relation to coming to University. operate in these Colleges.
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie 15 Just reMeMBer! - Don’t think twice about seeking help – this is a sign Code of Conduct, of strength and not weakness - There is no issue too big or small Student rights and - There is no shame in asking for help in any matter, be it personal, responsibilities social or practical issues. These individuals are professionals and are trained to help you. It is important that you read the Student Code of Conduct before http://www.nuigalway.ie/student- beginning your university life at NUI Galway. While NUI Galway life/student-support/ wants its students to enjoy the full experience of university life, you must remember that while attending NUI Galway you are part of an institution of learning that expects the highest standards of international Students behaviour from its students. Breaches of this Code or of any university regulations make students liable to the imposition of International students have sanctions, and up to and including suspension. requirements additional to those of Irish nationals. Comprehensive advice and guidance for international the Student Code of Conduct and regulations and rules should be read by students is provided in the every student and is available at: www.nuigalway.ie/codeofconduct/ Orientation Booklet for international students, which Learning and Leadership for Life the Student Code of Conduct may be downloaded from: and Work governs your behaviour on and off http://www.nuigalway.ie Third level education is the university campus /international-students/ intended to be formative. In the case of students, the primary afteryouarrive.html#tab1 The mission of NUI Galway document governing your behaviour is is Learning and Leadership the Student Code of Conduct. The International Office for Life and Work. We are The Code governs your behaviour provides specific supports for committed to providing an in the academic context, international students. environment and a community as well your personal You may call in person to the in which our students have a behaviour both on and Office at: positive experience and are off the University facilitated to achieve their Campus. No 7, Distillery Road or potential, academically and telephone +353 91 495 277 personally. The University or email: community of students and staff [email protected] is a large and integral part of the larger community of the city You can also reach out to fellow of Galway, and the majority of international students on our our students live amongst the Facebook page and follow us on city community. Twitter for the latest news and updates. afford dignity and respect Fellow students, staff of the University and members of the community outside of the University must be treated with dignity and respect. Accordingly, members of the University Community are required to adhere to certain rules and regulations.
NnUuIi Gaallwwaayy | | S Sttuuddenetn Gt Guiudied 20e 2018 1/16 9/ 1 7| w| w www.nwui.gnaulwigaayl.iwe ay.ie When you register, you give an explicit there are significant punishments for 16 agreement to abide by the nui Galway breaches of the Student Code of Conduct Student Code of Conduct and the various Breaches of the University Code of Conduct are regulations and policies of the university. punishable by sanctions which can be a You have an obligation to read the Student reprimand, substantial fine, suspension or Code of Conduct and these other regulations expulsion. and policies. You have a right to complain these are available at: The objective of the University is to strive to www.nuigalway.ie/codeofconduct/ provide our students with a positive and and www.nuigalway.ie/ wholesome learning experience. codeofconduct/index.php?language=gaeilge Where you have a complaint in relation to a service or course you have a right to have that Do not disturb your fellow student or complaint heard. Such complaints are usually neighbour, or engage in anti-social behaviour and effectively dealt with in an informal way at a Students are expected to be respectful towards local level, i.e. at the service or discipline level. the university has a the other members of their household and Where this is not possible, formal Student Complaints procedure. residents in the neighbourhood in which they reside. Disturbing fellow residents and engaging it is available at: in what is generally regarded as anti-social www.nuigalway.ie/vp/sshr/Student_Complai behaviour is viewed as a serious breach of the nts_Procedure_Pages_and_Files/student_co Student Code of Conduct. Any kind of mplaints_procedure.html behaviour that is disruptive, is a breach of public order, damages property, bullying, any act that causes hurt to other people, or places or property is considered to be anti-social. House parties are a common source of disruptive activity, leading to complaints from residents.
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Learning at university is different
Learning at university is The other big difference on self-study, because we know of course a very different between university-level from experience (and extensive experience to that of being at courses and some other types of research on education) that you school. For a start, as a student qualification is that you really will need that time. you are considered an adult need to try to understand the learner, capable of managing subject and the ideas you come If you are experiencing your own study schedule and across in class or your reading. difficulties or take ill please putting in the time to read It’s not about memorizing and make sure that you contact textbooks, articles and other regurgitating facts, but about your lecturer or the appropriate materials so that you really seeing the ideas that lie behind person in your College or School understand your chosen subjects them and being able to make (information should be in your and feel more confident as you use of knowledge to tackle new course handbook). You may have progress. problems. an individual advisor or may need to speak with the Head of The lectures, seminars, The good news is, that this is School or Dean. Please don’t laboratory classes and exactly what learning something hesitate in letting us know of any other timetabled classes are new is like for everyone. There issues so that we can provide actually only a small part of the are always ideas that are really help where possible. total effort that you need to tricky to grasp at first and which put in to succeed. All of the don’t make sense until you academic and support staff assessment, coursework and try again and again, hopefully in this university are very available credit are based getting some feedback on your approachable and used to on the idea that you are spending efforts and maybe through helping students with all sorts a minimum of 40 hours per week, working with fellow students. of issues that might impede every week of the semester, on But when it does ‘click’, things their studies. learning and assessment. In some fall into place and you get a sense courses it may be a little higher of satisfaction that hopefully than this because of the nature of makes some of that struggle the subject. worth it! That’s why we say you need to spend so many hours
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie StUDeNtS MUSt 19 ACtIvA!te tHeIR CASS ACCoUNt to HAve ACCeSS to Jargon Buster – Modules, BLACKBoARD. programmes, Levels
All courses in NUI Galway are A ‘programme’ is a whole degree and other classes, combined made up of ‘modules’. These are course, made up of all the with the textbooks, online usually described by a set of individual modules. materials, and the library are ‘Learning Outcomes’ that state all resources that the university what you should be able to do All of our degree programmes provides to help you succeed. after successfully completing the are recognised by employers and At the end of the day, though, module and a number of ‘ECTS’ other educational institutions success depends on your own credits. ECTS is basically an and comply with international efforts. But the good news indicator of how big the module agreements on course structure is that we know that it is possible is. A module that is rated at (the ‘Bologna Process’). All to not only succeed in the 5 ECTS, for example, means programmes are subject to assessments and feel a sense of that you need to spend at least regular quality reviews where achievement at having learned 100 hours of concerted effort the quality of the teaching new knowledge and skills, but (including lectures, exams and and learning is scrutinised also to enjoy being a student self-study) in order to complete by an external panel with in your chosen subject. Your it satisfactorily. A module that is international experts in the final qualification will be 10 ECTS, requires double that subject. Every programme also well-regarded and recognised effort. has an ‘external examiner’ internationally by employers (a senior academic from another and other educational A whole year’s worth of modules university) who oversees the final institutions across the world. (if you are a full-time student) decisions about grades, checks should total up to 60 ECTS (30 in the examination papers The University hopes that each semester). To be awarded the and processes and guarantees you will be a member of our credits for a module you must that the quality of our courses academic community. That have successfully completed it in and graduates compare well you will be able to get the most terms of attendance, participation, with the standards in the subject. out of being in a city of ideas coursework and and learning not just about the examinations. An under graduate honours basics of your subject but also degree (BA, BSc, BComm, etc) get a feel for the latest research, Optional Modules: is a ‘level 8’ qualification. A the big ideas, the debates and Options that you can choose Masters would be level 9 and where future opportunities lie within your course a PhD level 10. So what does for further study, research or this mean in practice? Well, employment. Core Modules: that you must attend all the Modules that you must study as scheduled classes, spend time part of your course every week on reading, studying and working through course materials. There’s still plenty of time to socialize and get involved in clubs and sports! The lectures, labs, tutorials
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plagiarism Plagiarism is “the act of copying, including or directly quoting from, the work of another without adequate acknowledgement.” Plagiarism undermines learning, is not good academic practice and is not acceptable at NUI Galway. Plagiarism occurs if a student has copied material from a book, journal, website, fellow student or any other source, and then includes this material in a submission for an assignment or project of any kind without giving a suitable reference to the original creator of the material. Plagiarism is subject to the University Code of Practice for Dealing with Plagiarism which can be found on the University website at: www.nuigalway.ie/plagiarism The penalties for plagiarism vary, but include the possibility of expulsion from the University in extreme cases. The key to avoiding plagiarism is to always properly acknowledge your source. When you make use of pre-existing material, make it clear who originally wrote/created the material. If in doubt, ask your lecturer or supervisor.
the Learning Centre - online support and training All first year students are also enrolled onto a Blackboard course called the ‘Learning Centre,’ which contains online self-study lessons and guides to many relevant academic skills such as essay/report writing, studying and preparing for assessments. The University has a licence to make these materials available to students and we would strongly encourage you to make use of them. Feedback from other students has been very positive. The Learning Centre will also have links to other materials and interesting articles and updates will be posted there throughout the academic year, so please log in regularly.
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The James Hardiman is a key support for your study and learning. It provides you with a space for quiet study in an atmosphere of scholarship, as well as group study rooms for collaborative work and group projects. The library gives you access to all the information resources you will need during your studies – books, e-books, journals, databases, DVDs and so much more. Library staff are here to help and support you in seeking the information you need and finding your way around the library’s many services and facilities. They also provide training to give you lifelong skills of information seeking.
• training & Support – The library offers workshops and learner terM tiMe support that in its overall approach emphasizes critical thinking, skilful OpeninG hOurS : research in a digital environment, and the creation of new knowledge. Sign up for our training sessions which will support you in your James Hardiman Library: assignments and exams http://libguides.library.nuigalway.ie/events Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 10.00 pm; • need help? T: +353 91 493399; E: [email protected] ; Saturday 8.30 am to 5.30 pm; Call in person to the Library and I.T. Service Desk, located in Sunday 10.00 am to 5.30 pm. the foyer of the Library. Library Reading Room • The Library website has information about all the library’s services and is your starting point in searching for the (Basement Level): information resources you need for your studies. Monday to Sunday 7.00 am www.library.nuigalway.ie to 2.30 am
• As well as the main James Hardiman Library, there is a Medical Medical Library: Library located on the ground floor of the Clinical Science Monday to Friday 8.00 am Institute in the grounds of University College Hospital, Galway. to 10.00 pm
• Extra study spaces are provided in the Library reading room Call by our Academic Skills at basement level of the James Hardiman Library. This room is Hub located in the foyer of open daily from 7.00 am to 2.30 am. the Library where you can get help on finding or using • Top Tip: Avoid charges! information for your studies. Return your books on time or renew them on the library For more information go to website www.library.nuigalway.ie www.library.nuigalway.ie/ academicskills/ • remember to check your email as Library notifications will be sent to your nui Galway email account.
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academic Skills hub You can visit the AWC to work on various grammar issues, essay structure, punctuation, and other The James Hardiman Library operates a free aspects of the writing process including writer’s Academic Skills Hub desk where you can access block and worries over unintentional plagiarism. one-to-one support with information skills such as searching for books and journals, or referencing The AWC offers support for writing in both English your work: and Irish. It also runs group workshops and writing http://library.nuigalway.ie/support/academicski competitions. Phone consultations are available for lls/ distance learners. There is also an online Academic Skills Hub that brings together most of NUI Galway's academic To get the best out of your session, bring your skills supports in one place. This online resource is written work with you. Completed essays, rough packed with tips, information, short guides, drafts, and past assignments are all acceptable. You checklists, links, and more, to help you to develop can also kick-start the writing process by discussing key skills needed for academic success at NUI your ideas with us. Galway: http://www.nuigalway.ie/academic- Remember, AWC tutors cannot proofread your skills/gettingstarted/studentemail/ essay or write it for you, but they can help you to become a better and more confident writer. academic Writing Centre The AWC is located on the second floor of the James Hardiman Library. During term time you can The Academic Writing Centre (AWC) provides drop in during our opening hours or make an free one-on-one sessions on essay writing tailored to appointment on our website the needs of individual students. Students of all www.library.nuigalway.ie/awc / disciplines and levels of writing proficiency are welcome. AWC tutors work with first-year students and advanced postgraduates alike. Queries and suggestions are very welcome. Please contact the manager at [email protected]
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SuMS The Academic Writing Centre is primarily a SUMS (Support for Undergraduate Mathematics drop-in facility. and Statistics) is a FREE drop-in support centre However appointments can be booked online open to all NUI Galway undergraduate students. at: http://www.eventbrite.ie/o/academic- SUMS helps students with any aspect of writing-centre-1874011895 Mathematics, Statistics or Mathematics-related subjects. SUMS provides a comfortable, informal Opening hours and more information are environment where students can study at their available at: own pace, with expert tutors on hand to offer www.library.nuigalway.ie/awc / individual help, if required.
The drop in service is available 12 weeks per semester for 1st and 2nd year students across all colleges. The SUMS room is available all day for students at any level as a study place.
The tutors at SUMS are postgraduates of the School of Mathematics, Statistics and Applied Mathematics; as recent undergraduates they are in a position to understand you and can help you.
NeeD ? HeLP? For one-to-one help with your maths, drop into Room ADB-G023, Áras de Brún Opening hours Monday to Friday 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Wednesday, 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm Contact Dr. Kirsten Pfeiffer T: +353 91 49 4488
For more information and to view the current timetable see: www.maths.nuigalway.ie/sums
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Servtihis csectioen covsers all you need to know about... l Career Development Centre
l Chaplaincy Services
l Childcare Facilities
l International Office
l Disability Office
l Access Programme
l Mature Students
l Health Services
l Health Promotion
l Counselling
l Students’ Union
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Career Development Centre When you start your course you really don’t have to know what you Online Careers want to do with the rest of your life but by the end of your degree, Connect system you will need to make some decisions that determine the next step. NUI Galway students have The Career Development Centre encourages you to use your time access to the online ‘Careers in NUI Galway to increase your employability by developing your Connect’ system where you can: skills and exploring your options while studying so you will have a • Book appointments deeper insight into what you might like to do after graduation. The • Book a place at events Career Development Centre aims to provide you with a quality • Search our job vacancy career guidance and information service focused on facilitating and database empowering you to manage your own career development and make effective career transitions. Opening hours: Monday to Thursday The Career Development Centre helps you to manage your own 9.00 am – 5.00 pm career by providing a wide range of support services. Services offered include: Friday • Seminars and information on occupations, employers, industry 11.00 am - 5.00 pm sectors and postgraduate programmes. Attending these will really Daily 15 minute appointments help you to understand what is involved in different careers and (longer appointments available open up options with your degree. by referral): • Workshops and seminars which encourage students to develop Log in to Careers Connect at: employability and career management skills. www.nuigalway.ie/careers/care ersconnect • Placement - we work closely with a number of academic programmes to support students going on a compulsory placement. CV and application Clinics • One to one career guidance for current students of NUI Galway. (available during term). • Opportunities to meet with potential employers and alumni at Check Careers Connect for seminars, presentations and a variety of job fairs throughout the availability. academic year. Contact : • Career modules, lectures and tutorials integrated in many www.nuigalway.ie/careers academic programmes. E-mail: [email protected] • NUI Galway Employability Award - open to all students. Tel: +353 91 493 589 www.facebook.com/Careers. nuiGalway www.twitter.com/ nuiGCareers
NnUuIi Gaallwwaayy | | S Sttuuddenetn Gt Guiudied 20e 2018 1/164 9/ 1 75| w| w www.nwui.gnaulwigaayl.iwe ay.ie Chaplaincy Service Childcare Facilities The Chaplaincy Service strives the university Crèche 26 to help make your university experience enjoyable and Spraoi early Learning Centre operates the University Crèche, located fulfilling. The Chaplains at 50, Upper Newcastle. place a particular emphasis on acknowledging, celebrating about Spraoi and nurturing the spiritual At Spraoi the focus is on learning through play. They implement the dimension of your life. They are Aistear curriculum and incorporate elements of Steiner and Montessori. also involved in a wide variety The centre has been refurbished to meet the needs of children between 6 of community and campus months and 12 years. activities. Their software app keeps parents updated in real time about their The Chaplains are easily children’s day, thereby including parents, as the primary educator, in the accessible and they are there care of their child. to listen and help if you have any troubles or difficulties. The balanced and varied menu is prepared in house to meet the The Chapel of St. Columbanus nutritional needs of the child and the new garden growing project links (the University Chapel) is a in with this. place of quiet and comfort. The Chaplaincy Office is open from For smaller children the focus is on sensory play and Spraoi are working Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to to develop the sensory experience both internally and externally in the 3.45 pm and is located in St. crèche garden. Declan’s N6, Distillery Road. Fr. Ben Hughes +353 91 492168 [email protected] international Office Fr. Declan Lohan +353 91 49 2164 NUI Galway is a truly international campus with international students [email protected] comprising over 20% of the student population from over 110 different Dolores McAndrew countries. The International Office offers a wide range of services to Secretary/Receptionist incoming international students as well as to Irish students wishing to study +353 91 495 055 abroad on exchange programmes, Erasmus or international study. [email protected] Services provided by the International Office include: For updated information on - English language classes events and liturgical services - Information on fees and scholarships run by the chaplaincy please - Orientation programmes for newly arrived international students visit - Advice, information and support services for all international students - Social and cultural events www.nuigalway.ie/chaplains - Handbook for international students - Out of hours emergency helpline Find us on Facebook Comprehensive advice and guidance for international students is provided in the Orientation Booklet for international students which may be downloaded from: www.nuigalway.ie/international- students/downloads
Drop by in person to the office at no 7, Distillery road p: +353 91 495 277 e: [email protected]
Reach out to fellow international students on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for the latest news and updates. www.nuigalway.ie/international-students
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie access Centre Mature Students 27 We at NUI Galway know that Disability Support Service entering university can be a big change in life and lifestyle for The Disability Support Service provides confidential support for mature students. Mature students juggle students with a disability, long-term physical or mental health many roles including being a parent, condition, or specific learning difficulty. spouse/partner and breadwinner along with a new exciting role of being a full- Students are encouraged to register with us for reasonable time student. accommodations and supports* to ensure every opportunity to fulfill their academic potential. Study support If you have been away from formal Further information on available support and details of our education for some time, you may find registration process can be found on our website. Additionally, the prospect of exams and assignments students are encouraged to make contact with us with any queries daunting. However, our staff are very or concerns. supportive and will help you in any way Find out more possible. We generally offer additional www.nuigalway.ie/disability/ study, examination techniques, applied e: [email protected] t: 353 (0) 91 492813 writing, reading skills and memory technique workshops to students on our Location: Room 1004, First Floor, Áras Uí Chathail full-time programmes. These are provided outside of regular class hours Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm and can help you prepare for your course Reasonable Accommodations/Supports may include* assignments and end of semester - Exam Accommodations examinations. - In class supports Find out more - Placement planning Trish Bourke, - Assistive Technology (Equipment & Software) www.nuigalway.ie/access - Extended library loans Mature Students Officer t: 353 (0) 91 492 695 “We promote inclusive practices throughout the campus community and are e: [email protected] committed to the provision of an equitable learning environment that will enable students to become independent learners and highly skilled graduates.” Location: Disability Support Service team. Access Centre, Áras Uí Chathail Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9:30am - 4pm access programmes The Access Programmes are designed for students who have the ability to transition Officer benefit from and succeed in higher education but who, for a variety of Support is available for first year HEAR social and economic reasons, are under represented at third level. The students, former Access students moving Access Programmes developed admission routes, namely the delivery of onto a degree programme and those that Access Courses for school leavers and mature students and the Higher entered university directly with a QQI/ Education Access Route (HEAR) scheme to support students from FET qualification. Ease your way into disadvantaged backgrounds to enter NUI Galway. The Access University life by accessing support on Programmes supports Undergraduate students linked to the Access social, personal, financial and academic Courses and delivers a comprehensive orientation programme to first year experiences. HEAR entrants that give students a head start on what life at NUI Galway Find out more is about. Financial advice and ongoing personal support is provided by the Transition Officer: Gráinne Morahan Access Team to all Access Programme entrants. e: [email protected] t: 353 (0) 091 493298 Find out more www.nuigalway.ie/access e: [email protected] http://www.nuigalway.ie/accesscentre /studenttransitionofficer/
NnUuIi Gaallwwaayy | | S Sttuuddenetn Gt Guiudied 20e 2018 1/164 9/ 1 75| w| w www.nwui.gnaulwigaayl.iwe ay.ie health Services 28 The Student Health Unit provides on-campus acute medical appointments illness care to full-time registered A walk in triage clinic is available daily with initial assessment by the students in a confidential, nurse and referral into the doctor if necessary. professional and courteous manner. The cost and list of services is available at http://www.nuigalway.ie/health_unit/fees/ Location: Áras na Mac Léinn, first floor eMerGenCY Out OF hOurS Opening hours: If you need a doctor out of hours, please call +353 87 262 3997 . (Monday to Friday) Weekends are covered by CityDoc located in Bons Secours 9.15 am – 12.30 pm Hospital, Renmore, Galway. 2.30 pm – 4.30 pm Daytime Saturday, Sunday evenings Saturday, Sunday T +353 91 492 604 & Bank holiday Mondays & Bank holiday Mondays 8.00am - 6.00 pm: 6.00 pm - 8.00 am +353 91 758 008 087 774 4430 There is a charge for this out of hours service.
health promotion
Your lifestyle, your health and your studies are interconnected. We offer programmes, one to one services and online resources in the following areas to promote better health and wellbeing: - Alcohol - Nutrition & Physical Activity - Mental/Emotional Wellbeing - Sexual Health - Exam Destress Programme
Drop into the Wellness Centre in the Hub in Áras na Mac Léinn to browse our books and information, or to take a break in the Relaxation Room. Online information includes e-PUB for alcohol information.
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie Drop in service We run a drop-in service from 29 2-4pm every day every weekday, (best to arrive early as we operate a first come first served system) when students can be Counselling Service seen for a brief consultation, without prior appointment. The Student Counselling Service is Following the drop in committed to providing easily consultation regular counselling accessible support for students when appointments can be scheduled, personal issues arise that affect their if the student wishes. happiness, well-being, capacity to What we offer the cope, relationships or learning. counselling Our team are qualified and Location: service is “University is a big step with many potential experienced counsellors, 5 Distillery Road, FRee. rewards. However, there can also be psychologists and psychotherapists. NUI Galway challenges and it can be stressful at times. http://www.nuigalway.ie/co You may be experiencing personal Their services include: unsellors/ difficulties which are affecting your studies. - Individual counselling These can also affect your ability to take full - Drug and alcohol counselling Opening hours: advantage of the opportunities available to - Group work you at NUI Galway. We can help”. - Personal development workshops The Student Counselling The Student Counselling Service - Online self-help programmes Service is open between 9am and resources and 1pm and 2pm -5pm all Why counselling? - Information and referral year. During term the office is A professional counsellor will not judge, - Complimentary therapy open between 2pm to 9 pm criticise or make assumptions about what - Tá comhairleoireacht le fáil trí Monday to Thursday. you discuss. You can be completely honest mheán na Gaeilge. t: +353 91 492484 with us in a way that is not always or +353 87 664 4299 possible with friends or family. The service operates within Because your counsellor is outside the Code of Ethics and Practice your daily life, you don’t have to worry agreed by the Irish Association about the impact of your session on of University and College those close to you. Counsellors.
Students’ union As a registered student who has paid the student levy, you are a problems. The President provides member of the Students’ Union (SU). The Union is the independent representation on issues relating to the voice of students representing your interests and solving your University, the campus and student life. The problems, on campus and beyond. nineteen elected officers of the Union represent your interests within the University and are As a member of the Union, you can avail of services such as: answerable to your elected Class - Representation at local and national level Representatives. If you require any assistance, - Online Grinds Register and Second-hand Bookstore even with the smallest problems, feel free to - Lockers, Students’ Union Shop, Sult, Cafés and Cloakroom contact the SU for some friendly support! - Assistance and guidance in the areas of finance, accommodation, academic problems, rights, jobs, personal safety, mental health Find out more and wellbeing Áras na Mac Léinn (upstairs) - Life Skills Programme Opening hours: The Students’ Union is also there to provide you with information (Monday to Friday) and support in a huge variety of situations. The Education Officer can 10.00 am - 5.00 pm help you with academic difficulties and grants problems. The Welfare t: +353 91 524 810 and Equality Officer offers confidential support and information e: [email protected] should you be experiencing residential, financial, social or personal www.su.nuigalway.ie
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l Student
l Volunteering
l Flirt FM
l Sin Newspaper
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NUI Galway has a rich and varied student life offering a wealth of experience outside the classroom. This offers a unique opportunity in which artistic, cultural, social and sporting groups can thrive.
NUI Galway’s clubs and the opportunity to manage Outdoor facilities societies are the backbone their own Sports Club through The University’s outdoor sports their club committees. Our facilities can be found in Dangan, of the University and the Sports Clubs are student lead on the north of the campus. memories fostered in these and student friendly. As a clubs can be the most committee member you have They include: - Dangan Sports Pavilion and special of your student life the opportunity to shape the direction of your club and gain Pitches are an 8 minute walk and help you develop valuable skills of management from the main campus; personal and life skills and leadership along the way. - Ten Natural Grass playing which can add an edge to Pitches, provide a natural the Sports Centre includes: challenging cross any CV when entering the county and fun run area; jobs market. - A six-lane, 25 metre swimming - Synthetic grass pitch; pool, with a moveable floor - An 8 lane athletics track with (international competition standard) steeple chase and throwing area; Sports, Clubs - Dedicated squash and racquetball - Designated Training pitch; and recreation courts - Dangan Pavilion: a dedicated - A National League basketball training facility, boasting Whether a budding athlete arena and sports hall with bleacher 12 dressing rooms, training hall, or occasional exerciser, NUI seating for over 600 spectators Physio room and meeting Galway, Sports clubs and - A 100-piece cardiovascular rooms. Recreation programme “Off gym with 35 pieces of resistance the Couch” offers you a chance equipment to get involved. With over 50 - A dedicated elite training gym Sports Clubs and a schedule of - Two fitness studios, suitable for recreational activity-there really aerobic training is something for everyone. - A competition-style climbing wall Being involved can mean - Saunas and a steam room training for that all important - And that all important coffee competition or improving your dock for the chat and the craic health and well being. Each after training. club also offers our students
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Clubs Day Wednesday, 6th Sept
Sports Clubs Some of the sporting clubs available: Field Sports Club indoor Clubs Our Sports Clubs are fun Great Outdoors friendly and supportive. We Camogie Archery Athletics endeavour to provide you with Cricket Badminton Equestrian opportunities to train, play and Gaelic Football (Ladies) Basketball (Ladies) Frisbee compete in sport; we have a Gaelic Football (Mens) Basketball (Mens) Golf wide range of traditional sports Hockey Boxing Mountain Bike complimented by innovative Hurling Fencing Mountaineering club and recreational activity. Lacrosse Handball Skydiving We cater for a wide range of Rugby (Ladies) Inline Hockey Snow Sports interests and levels of abilities Rugby (Mens) Pool and Snooker Tag Rugby - no matter what your passion. Soccer (Ladies) Squash Tennis Our Sports Clubs are a valuable Soccer (Mens) Table Tennis part of your academic life, Volleyball encouraging social interaction with your fellow students and a balance to your studies. The Martial arts Clubs Water Sports Clubs friends you will meet through Aikido Kayak being a member of NUI Galway Judo Rowing sports clubs are truly your friends Karate Sailing for life. Kendo Sub-Aqua Muay Thai Surf how to join a club TaeKwonDo Swimming & Waterpolo Check out our website Windsurfing www.nuigalway.ie/sports You can join a club at any time of the year! However at the beginning of each semester we have designated days to meet with the Clubs and talk to them directly. Semester 1: Clubs Day Wednesday 5th September Location: University Sports Centre - Kingfisher Club. Semester 2: Wednesday 16th January
Or drop into the office. Sports Unit, University Sports Centre, Kingfisher Club. Get off t: +353 91 493 482/3475 the Couch! www.nuigalway.ie/sports Get involved.
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nui Galway Sports Scholarships
We offer Sports Scholarships As well as the scholarship, Find out more from: to athletes of outstanding calibre you will receive specialist The Sports Unit who register as students of sports supports including T: +353 91 493 475 NUI Galway. Our programmes physiotherapy, treatment E: [email protected] focus on developing the athlete of injury, fitness training, so that they can achieve sporting coaching and travel to national success, as well as academic and and international competitions. personal development during and after their time in university. how to apply Apply online at: Current Scholarship holders www.nuigalway.ie/sports/ include those from basketball, Closing date for performance soccer, rugby, GAA, gold, martial points Scholarship arts, swimming, archery and many applications - more. 31st March - each year Closing date for elite Sports Scholarship - 31st July - each year
NnUuIi Gaallwwaayy | | S Sttuuddenetn Gt Guiudied 20e 2018 1/164 9/ 1 75| w| w www.nwui.gnaulwigaayl.iwe ay.ie Societies Day Student Societies 34 how to find us Wednesday Joining a Society will help you Ríona Hughes 6th September make friends, learn new skills, Societies Officer pursue your interests, broaden Áras Na Mac Léinn your horizons and go on great T: +353 91 492 088 trips. Societies provide the best E: [email protected] iMpOrtant! free/affordable entertainment in Galway. Being a member of a - Join us on Societies Days on SocsBox Society gives you access to high thursday 6th September Áras Na Mac Léinn profile speakers, educators and 2017, and thursday 17th T: +353 91 492 852 potential employers. It gives January 2018 to get a taste of E: [email protected] you an opportunity to unleash the societies available your creative potential, engage, - Sign up online at: Áras na Mac Léinn volunteer, contribute and make http://yourspace.nuigalway.ie (Bailey Allen Hall) a difference both on campus and receive e-mail and text of Opening Hours (SocsBox): and in the wider community. upcoming events Monday to Thursday You can also receive your - Sign up to: 10.00am - 8.00pm ALIVE Certificate for your www.socs.nuigalway.ie/ and Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm work with Societies. whats_happening_guide to receive your “What’s Webstore: www.socsbox. Happening Guide”, a weekly Which Society to Join nuigalway.ie e-mail of upcoming events There are over 115 student For tickets and merchandise - Society facilities include societies in the University, from performance spaces, meeting social and artistic societies like rooms, music rooms, acoustic Drama, Choral, Musical and Our Societies have won the rooms, dance studio, art room, Dance, to subject-based most awards at the National screening rooms, dark room, societies like Law, French and BICS Awards - bics.ie We won Kitchen, computer and editing Medicine. There are also 7 BICS Awards last year out suites interest based societies like of the possible 12. We have Literary and Debating, Juggling 13,500 members 13,500 Baking, Anime & Manga and students on committees Photo. Photography. Plus charity, 3,000 events each year from volunteering, political, fun and Gala Balls & themed weeks to health and wellbeing societies. conventions. If you still can’t find a society to suit you why not set up a new As a committee member one? All you need is a good idea you can also participate in and to apply for a table at Socs the Societies Leadership Day, as a new society, at the start Programme and training, of semester one or two, and fill in learn valuable life skills and full detail and application form earn a digital badge. on https://socs.nuigalway.ie/page.php? id=Mw==
Volunteering Volunteering is the giving of your time, without payment, to work in an organisation, a group, for a cause or with individuals. Through volunteering you can gain life experiences and skills, meet interesting people, have fun, gain work experience, give back, broaden your horizons and challenge yourself. ALIVE is NUI Galway’s student volunteering programme.
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie Geography students at nui Galway volunteer for Gorta’s 35 ‘Soup for Life’ event
Make a difference volunteering volunteer Fair, 19th September
nui Galway’s president’s Overseas Volunteering award for Students Opportunities Student Media When you volunteer with Not only are there hundreds of ALIVE, at the end of the opportunities to volunteer locally NUI Galway’s newspaper and radio academic year you will receive an in Galway but there is a whole station are always looking for new ALIVE Certificate at the special world of international volunteer contributors throughout the year. NUI Galway Presidential Awards opportunities. ALIVE connects No matter what your background for Volunteering Ceremony. This NUI Galway students to reputable you might have an interest in news experience can contribute to your overseas programmes in Asia, Latin reporting, feature-writing, personal development and is a America, Africa and across Europe. sports, films, events reviews. great addition to any CV. The Spend your summer months or ALIVE Certificate recognises even a year engaging with young Flirt FM your volunteering at home, in people in Italy, building projects Galway has its own student radio station, Galway, abroad or on campus, in Haiti, cultural programmes in Flirt FM based in NUI Galway; it including: Student Connect Northern Ireland, a sponsored broadcasts weekdays, year round, taking Mentoring, Societies, Clubs, climb of Mount Everest in Nepal, short breaks for Christmas, Easter and Access, Class Reps and within animal preservation in South August. The radio provides full coverage Community Organisations and America or teaching in India. of important campus events from the SU charities. Volunteering your time, skills, and Elections to the University themed energy with any one of thousands weeks. If you’re interested in volunteering of global organisations, issues, or call in, they are located just behind the Volunteering causes, all helps to make a Socs Box in Áras na Mac Léinn, sign up Opportunities contribution within communities for training on their website. As an NUI Galway student, around the world. Log onto tune in on 101.3fm you can volunteer with a https://www.studentvolunteer.ie/nui listen online at www.flirtfm.ie, wide variety of community galwayand download on your phone or tablet using organisations for about one the ALIVE Guide to International tunein and @FlirtFM” hour a week including: Volunteering brochure or visit - Youth Work Ireland Galway us at the Volunteering Fair, Sin newspaper - Galway Simon Community Wednesday 19th September 2018. Sin Newspaper is one of Ireland’s - Enable Ireland Find out more oldest Student Newspapers and is - Childline T: + 353 91 495 346 the only Student Newspaper for - Cancer Care West E: [email protected] NUI Galway’s 17,000 students. It is Visit distributed widely across campus and https://www.studentvolunteer.i Drop into our office on the ground in selected City Centre venues. Sin is e/nuigalway floor, Áras na Mac Léinn always looking for contributors so if for a full list of volunteering https://www.studentvolunteer.ie you have an interest in journalism, opportunities. /nuigalway current affairs, photography, design and other areas of newspaper Opening hours production, just give us a call at: (Monday to Thursday) +353 91 493 262 or 2.00 p.m - 5.00 p.m email: [email protected] www.sin.ie
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l Pharmacy
l Food Outlets
l Banks
l Copying and Printing
l Bookshops
l Security
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Students’ union Shop The Student Shop is the campus convenience pharmacy store located in the basement of the Library (Matt O’ Flaherty Chemists) building. Students can buy newspapers at The campus pharmacy stocks a wide range discounted rates, NUI Galway hoodies and of pharmaceutical, cosmetic and toiletry t-shirts, phone credit, laptop bags, stationery, products and also provides a consultancy refreshments, lab coats, dissection kits, service around general health and well- confectionery, minerals, hot beverages and being. all the grocery essentials you will need. All private, medical card and European Location prescriptions can be dispensed. Basement, Library Building Additional services are also offered.
term times Location Mon - Thurs 8.00 am - 8.00 pm Ground Floor, Hardiman Building Fri - 8.00am-6.00pm Opening hours: Sat - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Mon - Thurs: 8.30am - 6.30pm (summer time) Fri: 8.30am - 5.00pm Mon - Fri 8.30 am - 4.00 pm Find out more: Contact us www.nuigalway.ie/shops [email protected] t: 091 495044 or 091 864025
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Outlet Location Opening times (term)
Úr Basement, Library Building Mon – Thurs: 8.00am – 7:00pm Fri: 8.00am – 3:00pm Sat: 10.00am – 2:00pm Sub Central at inC Basement, Library Building Mon - Thur: 7.30 am - 6.00 pm Fri: 7.30 am - 3.00 pm Sat: 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Caifé na Gaeilge Áras na Gaeilge Mon - Thur: 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 pm and 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm Fri: 9.00 am - 1.00 pm Cloud Café I.T Building Mon – Thurs: 8:30 am – 8:00 pm Fri: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm Zinc Café Engineering Building Mon - Thurs 8.30 am - 3.30 pm Fri - 8.30 am - 3.00 pm tóg Sos Biosciences Research Building Mon - Fri: 8.30 am - 3.30 pm Stem Café Lambe Institute, UCHG Mon - Thurs: 8.30 am - 4.00pm Fri: 8.30 am - 3.30pm SaOL Café ILAS Building Mon – Fri: 8.00 am – 3.45 pm Friars Cairnes Building Mon - Thur: 8.00 am - 4.00 pm (includes Starbucks) Fri: 8.00 am - 3.30 pm Hours will change in Dec & Apr-Aug Moffetts Orbsen Building Mon - Thur: 8.30 am - 4.00 pm Fri: 8.30 am - 3.00 pm Oasis Arts Millenium Building Mon - Thur: 9.30 am - 4.30 pm Fri: 9.30 am - 1.00 pm CSi Café Clinical Science Institute Mon - Thur: 8.30 am - 4.00 pm Fri: 8.30 am - 2.30 pm the hub Áras na Mac Léinn Mon - Thur: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm Fri: 9.00 am - 3.30 pm Smokey’s Café Arts/Science Building Mon to Thur: 8.30 am to 9.00pm Fri: 8.30 am - 7.00 pm Sat: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm Sun: 11.00 am - 4.00 pm Sult Áras na Mac Léinn Mon-Fri 08:30 am - 11:30 pm Breakfast Mon - Fri: 8:30 am - 11:00 am Coffee Dock Mon - Fri: 8:30 am - 10:00 pm Grab & go Mon - Fri: 11.30 am - 4:30 pm Carvery (now known as Hot and Cold Deli) Mon - Fri: 12.00 pm - 4:00 pm Hatch (Pizza & filthy food) Mon - Fri: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm the Wall Café Sports Centre Mon to Fri: 8.00 am to 7.00 pm Sat: 9.00 am to 3.00 pm Sun: 11.00 am to 3.00 pm Deri Café DERI, North Campus Mon - Thur: 8.00 am - 4.30 pm Fri: 8.00 am - 4.00 pm
NUI Galway | Student Guide 2018 /19 | www.nuigalway.ie 39 Banking Bank of ireland Bank of Ireland, NUI Galway is located on the main concourse right at the heart of university activities. It is a student branch which provides the complete range of banking services all year round, and is specially geared to cater for your needs. As it is centrally located it is easily accessible in between aiB lectures. AIB offers a Student Plus Account which might be worth checking at: Bank of ireland https://aib.ie/our-products/current- new College Finance Loan accounts/student-plus-account NUI Galway has teamed up with Bank of Ireland to see what personal finance benefits you can avail to introduce a new College Finance Loan. of on a Student Plus Account. The new loan scheme College Finance Loan Location: enables parents/guardians of full-time AIB is adjacent to the Campus on Distillery Road. undergraduate students to borrow the cost of the Opening hours: Student Contribution Charge, which is currently Mon - Wed & Fri €2,750 and applies to all Undergraduate Degree 10.00 am - 4.00 pm courses. The loan is offered at a preferred rate for Thurs 10.00 am - 5.00 pm the length of the course, for up to five years. Once Contact: the course is completed the standard Graduate T: +353 91 524 466 loan interest rate applies and the loan is repaid over three years. ulster Bank Banking Services Ulster Bank is located directly across from the BOI’s friendly Student Advisors Broderick will be University Hospital Galway (UHG). It offers a full happy to help you with financial problems and will range of student banking, including a student current advise you on how to manage your finances and account. It is worthwhile to call into them if you are budget for the year. Students are welcome to thinking of opening a student bank account. phone or call in to the campus branch. Location: Location: Newcastle Road, Galway Concourse, NUI Galway Opening hours: Opening hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: Monday: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm 9.30 am - 4.30 pm, Tues - Fri:10.00 am - 4.00 pm Wed: 10.00 am - 4.30 pm Contact: Contact: T: +353 91 524 555 T: +353 91 529 013
paSS (atM) Machines For your convenience two ATM machines are located at the Campus Bank. Another machine is located outside the back of the National Diagnostics Centre (NDC) - on your way from Áras Uí Chathail Áras na Mac Léinn to the Library/Concourse. Medical students please note there is an ATM machine located at University Hospital Galway.
Other atM machines include: A 24 hour ATM is located at the Topaz filling petrol station on Newcastle Rd. Other ATMs are located in BOI branches on Mainguard St, Salthill, Galway Shopping Centre, Eyre Square Shopping Centre and 43 Eyre Square.
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Copying and printing printthat Students’ union Second The printthat Service is located on the Concourse (Arts/Science hand Bookshop Building), next door to Smokey’s Café and provides student services The Students’ Union also operate a such as photocopying, laminating, printing, typing, soft and year-round online second-hand hardback binding, scanning, stationary, graphic design and much bookshop on their website: more. www.services.su.nuigalway. t: +353 91 492 350 ie/bookstore e: [email protected] Here you can buy and sell second printing hand textbooks from You can print, copy and scan documents at any Multi-Function and to other students. Printer (MFP) located throughout the campus. You have the option to print in Black & White or Colour (choose this option before sending your document to print). Printers are clearly identified as Black & White or Colour. Security The NUI Galway campus is You can purchase credit online at https://printcredit .nuigalway.ie monitored 24/7 by security. or go to one of the print kiosks located in the Print Release Room Services include opening and closing 125A, opposite the Arts and Science PC Suite in the Arts & Science buildings, foot and van patrols of the Building, the front foyer in the Cairnes’ Building and also in the campus, the operation of CCTV James Hardiman Library. Printing can be done via Wi-Fi or Email. systems, access control systems, traffic Scanned documents will be sent to your NUI Galway email address. control for events, issuing keys and liaising where necessary with the Further information is available at Guards. http://www.nuigalway.ie/iss4students Location: The Security Office is base at Number 14, Distillery Road how to contact Security T: +353 91 492 198 (2198 from a university phone) emergency: T: +353 91 493 333 (3333 from a university phone) Calls will divert to mobile phones in the event of security land line being engaged. A voice over will indicate when this is happening.
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CAMPUS MAP
1 The Institute f or Lif ecourse and Society (ILAS) 2 Biomedical Science Building
3 Co rrib Village (Student A ccommodation) 4 Engineering Building A Úr and INC
5 J. E. Cairnes School of B Smokey ’s Ca fé Business and Economics C Co ee On Line 6 Áras Moyola 7 Spor ts Ce ntre D College Bar Ar ts M illennium Building 8 E Zinc Ca fé (A nd new home of the School of Ps ychology) F Fr iars Restauran t 9 Ar ts/Science Building G Mo etts Restauran t 10 IT Building H The Wall Ca fe 11 Orbsen Building I Caif é na Gaeilge 12 James Hardiman Librar y J Pharmac y 13 Áras na G aeilge Arts/Science Building
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Student In fo rmation Desk 15 (SID) / Áras Uí Chathail Áras na Mac L éinn 16 and Bailey Allen Hall Áras Moyola 17 SOc’Dhoonlo ogfh Pusey Cche notlroeg fyor Drama, Theatre & Pe rf ormance
18 Mar tin Ry an Institut e 7 19 The Quadrangle
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