University of Galway is inviting prospective students, parents and teachers to explore its campus and undergraduate programmes during its Spring Undergraduate Open Day.  

 The event takes place on Saturday March 21st from 9am to 3pm and will feature five exhibition areas across the city-centre campus, more than 90 course and subject talks and opportunities for visitors to experience life at the university and the campus first-hand.  

 The Open Day provides an opportunity for prospective students to explore degree options, facilities and the student experience as they prepare for CAO 2026. Visitors can attend talks, take guided tours, and meet faculty, staff and current students across a variety of disciplines.  

 Academics and support staff from the University’s College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies will also be hand to reassure prospective students, parents and guardians and teachers that there are no changes are planned to current Arts programmes. 

 The University offers more than 60 internationally recognised undergraduate programmes, including Medicine, Nursing, Health Sciences, Arts, Science, Engineering, Business, Law, and Hotel Management, with over 90% of programmes offering work placements or study abroad opportunities. 

 Highlights of the Open Day include: 

• Accommodation Talk – Learn about campus living, accommodation options, and how to settle into university life at the Purple Zone at 10am. 
• Nursing and Midwifery Tours - Tours of the state-of-the-art facilities depart from Áras Moyola, Green Zone at 12.45pm and 1.30pm.  
• Law and Moot Court Experience - Step inside the School of Law's Moot Court to experience a real courtroom. Five tours available throughout the day with registration taking place at Stand 45 in the Orange Zone. 
• Science and Engineering Tours - Explore the Engineering Building with tours starting from the Green Zone foyer.   
• Chemistry Lab Tours – Register at Stand 18 in the Purple Zone for hands-on lab tours.   
• Drama Masterclass and Theatre Tours - Drama enthusiasts can attend a Masterclass at 1pm or tour the O'Donoghue Drama and Theatre Performance Centre. Meet point is in the Blue Zone foyer at 11.30am.  
• Sports and Scholarships – Meet coaches and athletes and learn about sports scholarships and cutting-edge facilities in The Cube, Orange Zone.   
• Zoology Museum Tours – Discover the fascinating world of animals at the Zoology Museum, with guided tours highlighting unique collections and interactive exhibits. Registration is available at stand 13 in the Purple Zone.  

 Students can also explore campus accommodation, and parents can attend a talk at 11:30am offering guidance on supporting students during the transition to university life.  

 Sarah Geraghty, Director of Student Recruitment and Outreach at University of Galway, said: “Our Open Day is the perfect chance for students to step inside their future and see what's possible. From world-class facilities to Moot Court to hands-on tours, students can truly experience university life.   

“Our College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies team will be on hand to chat to students and parents about all our Arts degrees and to reassure students that we have no plans to change any of our arts programmes. We can’t wait to meet future students and help them discover the study paths and career opportunities that inspire them most.” 

 Advance registration is required. Full programme details and registration are available at www.universityofgalway.ie/opendays, or email opendays@universityofgalway.ie. 

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