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Courses
Courses
Choosing a course is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make! View our courses and see what our students and lecturers have to say about the courses you are interested in at the links below.
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University Life
University Life
Each year more than 4,000 choose University of Galway as their University of choice. Find out what life at University of Galway is all about here.
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About University of Galway
About University of Galway
Since 1845, University of Galway has been sharing the highest quality teaching and research with Ireland and the world. Find out what makes our University so special – from our distinguished history to the latest news and campus developments.
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Colleges & Schools
Colleges & Schools
University of Galway has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to top quality teaching across a range of key areas of expertise.
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Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation
University of Galway’s vibrant research community take on some of the most pressing challenges of our times.
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Business & Industry
Guiding Breakthrough Research at University of Galway
We explore and facilitate commercial opportunities for the research community at University of Galway, as well as facilitating industry partnership.
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Alumni & Friends
Alumni & Friends
There are 128,000 University of Galway alumni worldwide. Stay connected to your alumni community! Join our social networks and update your details online.
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Community Engagement
Community Engagement
At University of Galway, we believe that the best learning takes place when you apply what you learn in a real world context. That's why many of our courses include work placements or community projects.
Accessibility & LanguagePostgraduate Taught Courses
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Business Postgraduate Taught Courses
Welcome to the taught masters programmes at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics, University of Galway.
Our portfolio of postgraduate programmes spans five dynamic disciplines: Accountancy & Finance, Economics, Business Information Systems, Marketing, and Management. Each programme is designed to equip you with the advanced knowledge, practical skills, and strategic mindset needed to thrive in today’s ever changing business landscape.
What sets our taught masters apart is their foundation in cutting-edge research and their alignment with industry needs. Developed in close consultation with leading employers and professional bodies, our curricula reflect the latest trends, technologies, and challenges shaping global markets. You will learn from internationally recognised academics whose research informs policy and practice and you will gain insights from industry experts who bring the classroom to life with real-world perspectives.
Whether you're advancing your career, pivoting into a new field, or deepening your expertise, our taught masters programmes offer a transformative experience rooted in innovation, impact, and integrity.
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MSc Management and Sustainability
Our MSc in Management and Sustainability programme is designed to shape future leaders who will drive positive change, contribute to responsible business practices, and make a lasting impact on the world. Join us in building a sustainable future through education and leadership.
This programmes provides graduates with a generalist management education whilst nurturing leaders with a deep understanding of global business sustainability issues. Graduates will acquire a holistic skill set, blending critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical skills, as well as management and sustainable business practices. This comprehensive approach ensures graduates are well-equipped to take on a range of different management roles and embed sustainability in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
MSc Fintech (Economics and Financial Technology)
The MSc Fintech (Economics and Financial Technology) is a pioneering programme at the intersection of finance, economics, and technology. This programme welcomes applications from graduates of business, economics and finance degrees, or computer science and engineering graduates with a background in economics. Leveraging Galway's robust presence in both finance and analytics, this Master's degree consolidates these strengths into a single, comprehensive offering.
The programme's curriculum encompasses a blend of theoretical foundations and applied subjects, covering crucial areas such as:
- The impact of financial technology on the economy
- Economic theory and econometrics
- Finance, technology, and data science
MSc Cybersecurity Risk Management
The MSc in Cybersecurity Risk Management is a specialist qualification designed for students who wish to embark upon a career in the highly sought after area of IT security in a consultancy, strategic, business or management context. Upon successful completion of this MSc, graduates will be able to;
- Analyse the cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities and risks faced by an organisation
- Assess the cybersecurity posture of an organisation and recommend and implement appropriate solutions
- Test, monitor and continually improve the effectiveness of an organisation’s cybersecurity defence mechanisms
- Formulate business continuity and disaster recovery plans for an organisation
- Formulate cybersecurity and data protection policies and procedures for an organisation.
The MSc HRM is aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
The MSc Human Resource Management programme is aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). It is the third programme in Ireland and among the first 10 in Europe to have achieved this recognition.
Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Virginia, USA, the Society for Human Resource Management is the world's largest HR professional society. SHRM promotes the role of HR as a profession and provides education, certification, and networking to its members. Since its inception, the Society has been serving the needs of its members and advancing the practice. Students enrolled in SHRM HR aligned programmes are provided with the opportunity to earn their SHRM-CP credential prior to graduating, providing them with a competitive advantage in the job market. Throughout the world, over 500 programs in approx. 425 educational institutions have been acknowledged by SHRM as being in alignment with its suggested guides and templates.
University of Galway Tax Clinic
The University of Galway Tax Clinic is a free student-run clinic where you will receive advice from University of Galway students under the supervision of experienced tax practitioners in a caring and trusting environment. The Tax Clinic aims to ensure the fairness and integrity of the tax system for taxpayers and to be a source of free information in relation to issues around taxation. Our aim is to assist and educate unrepresented taxpayers with the lifelong skills to look after their own tax affairs.
MSc Global Environmental Economics partners with UN on Climate Change Adaptation
The MSc Global Environmental Economics at the University of Galway is partnered with the UN Climate Change and Universities Partnership Programme. The Partnership offers opportunities for graduate students to work closely with local, national, and regional partners and international experts to carry out research projects aimed at addressing identified knowledge gaps related to the challenges of adapting to climate change.
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