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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 & Supporters
Alumni, Friends & Supporters
There are over 90,000 University of Galway graduates Worldwide, connect with us and tap into the online community.
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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.
J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics
J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics
A School of Business and Economics for the Public Good
Energised by our regional edge on the west coast of Ireland, we are a globally engaged School of Business and Economics for the public good that makes a transformative impact for students, society and business.
Our School now has over 2,800 undergraduate and postgraduate students spread across areas such Accountancy and Finance, Economics, Management, Marketing, and Business Information Systems.
We offer a wide range of programmes, from undergraduate degrees to MBA executive education, tailored to deliver the specific professional skills required to succeed in a globalised and competitive environment. Led by our highly-experienced faculty, we pursue an innovative teaching approach that incorporates face-to-face delivery, blended learning, professional mentoring, global experience, student placements and group-based project work.
Academic Posts Available
As part of the new J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics’s strategic plan 2021-2025, we are committed to attracting, retaining and developing globally talented academic staff in areas aligned with its strategic priorities. The School is currently recruiting 14 academic positions across the five Disciplines in the School to support our new strategic vision and ambitions.
Strategic Plan 2021 - 2025
The University of Galway 2020–2025 Strategic Plan, Shared Vision Shaped by Values, provides an ambitious vision for the University shaped by the values of respect, openness, sustainability, and excellence. J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics’ Strategic Plan 2021–2025 aligns with the University’s strategy, mission, vision, and core values.
Our Mission: Energised by our regional edge on the west coast of Ireland, we are a globally engaged School of Business and Economics for the public good that makes a transformative impact on students, society, and business.
Our Vision: Striving beyond - From our regional edge on the west coast of Ireland, our vision is to make a global impact for the public good by addressing grand challenges through our teaching, research, and influence on public policy.
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.
Downloads
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Business Postgraduate Programmes 2023 PDF (4.7 MB)
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Postgraduate Prospectus 2023 PDF (20.6MB)
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Business Undergraduate Prospectus 2023 PDF (1.57MB)
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Undergraduate Prospectus 2023 PDF (8.4MB)
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Quick Guide to Courses 2023 PDF (697 KB)
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A Level Quick Guide 2023 PDF (352 KB)
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CAO Brochure PDF (1.3 MB)
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QQI / FETAC Pathways Guide PDF (45MB)
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Professional Accounting Body Exemptions PDF (8 KB)
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Leading Business Alumni Book PDF (1.57)
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Quick Guide to Courses 2023 PDF (697 KB)