International students make up 20% of students at NUI Galway.
International Entry Requirements Entry requirements vary by programme. Most master’s programmes are specialised and, therefore, may require students to have studied a relevant subject at undergraduate level. Some programmes, however, are open to students from different disciplines who are looking to study new subjects at postgraduate level. We have many years’ experience assessing qualifications from different countries around the world. If you are unsure about how your academic qualifications compare to the Irish system, please consult this website for our country-specific guide: www.nuigalway.ie/ international-students/country.html . English Language Requirements All applicants whose first language is not English, or who have not been educated through the medium of English during their two most recent years of study, must present one of the following qualifications in the English language:
We welcome applications from international students for postgraduate degree programmes across a wide range of disciplines. International students make up 20% of students at NUI Galway, and we also have a large number of international faculty and researchers from around the world. The university campus is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Galway, one of Ireland’s most popular destinations for international visitors and students alike, and a place that offers a safe and culturally vibrant environment where you can easily feel at home. Postgraduate Programmes There are a number of different levels of postgraduate degree programmes in the Irish higher education system. The most common levels for international students studying in Ireland are master ’s and doctoral (PhD) programmes.
Taught Master’s
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Taught master ’s degrees normally last one or two years and consist of classes, seminars and coursework, and a major project or a written dissertation. Entry to a taught master ’s is usually open to applicants holding an honours-level bachelor ’s degree or an equivalent international qualification.
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No less than IELTS 5.5 in any component. *Please check our website www.nuigalway.ie/ international-students/entry-requirements for course-specific language requirements. Language tests must be undertaken no more than two years prior to commencement of your programme at the University. NUI Galway provides pre-sessional English- language courses for students who fall below our English-language requirements. Please contact the English Language Centre for further information: englishlanguage@nuigalway.ie . How to Apply International students apply for postgraduate programmes the same way as all other students, normally via www.nuigalway.ie/apply (see page 284 for more information). Tuition Fees International students from within the European Union/European Economic Area (EU/EEA) pay the same EU tuition fees as students from Ireland. Students from outside the EU/EEA are charged the full economic fees. Please refer to page 286 for further information.
Research Masters
Research master ’s degrees usually last a minimum of two years and involve working on a research project under faculty supervision and the submission of a thesis. Entry to a research master ’s is usually open to applicants holding an honours level bachelor ’s degree or an equivalent international qualification.
PhD (NFQ Level 10)
PhD degree programmes involve carrying out research under faculty supervision, usually for a period of four years, and the submission of a thesis. Structured PhD programmes also include a significant amount of professional and general skills training in addition to research.
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