About University of Galway
Established in 1845, University of Galway is a bilingual, public, research-led higher education institution. The University is ranked among the top 2% of universities, according to the QS World University Ranking.
The ethos of University of Galway is to lead research, teaching and learning for the public good. It is made up of four colleges, 19 schools, five research institutes. The University’s research pillars are enhancing policy and society; enriching creativity and culture; improving health and wellbeing; realizing potential through data and enabling technologies; and sustaining our planet and people.
The University has more than 21,000 students, from across Ireland and overseas, more than 2,200 staff and research collaborations with 3,267 international institutions in 114 countries. The University has 110,000 alumni and 96% of graduates are in employment or further study within six months.
For more information visit universityofgalway.ie
Survey Live: 7 February - 28 February 2023
Each participating institution selects a specific three-week period during February and March to open the survey for their students. This allows the national survey to take account of local events and other demands on students’ time in order to increase the benefit of the survey at local level – “national survey, local impact“.
Meet the Survey Team
Prof. Michelle Millar
Dean of Students
Prof Michelle Millar is the Dean of Students for University of Galway and is available to answer any questions you may have in relation to the survey.
Contact Email: michelle.millar@universityofgalway.ie
Sai Gujulla
SU President
Sai Gujulla is the SU President for University of Galway and is available to answer any questions you may have in relation to the survey.
Contact Email: su.president@universityofgalway.ie
31-37%
Response rate
3,415
Students responded in 2021
88%
Would come to University of Galway again
Videos
Most impactful uses of the survey data for University of Galway
Our Students Said…
You wanted improved communication from the university management
We Listened…
Communications Audit Enhancing student communication and collaboration at NUI Galway’
Our Students Said…
You wanted us to make useful information more easily available
We Listened…
Student Enquiry Centre – opened September 2021
Monday-Friday Drop-In Service
To date, 3,500 students have benefited from support in the centre in the 20 weeks since it opened... A very positive addition to the University of Galway student experience!
Weekly Ezine – timely, informative, an attempt to reduce the volume of emails to students
Cara – The Bot – a digital assistant for students powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). This innovative service provides students with accessible information 24/7 and can provide answers to thousands of frequently asked questions covering campus facilities and support services as well as timely information based on the student journey
Our Students Said…
You wanted your University to improve mental health services
We Listened…
Roadmap Enabling Student Success Project: A project to map the University of Galway student journey (supported by HEA funding) will help identify ‘pinch points’ and opportunities for student mental health support.
Mental Health Task Force
3 counsellors and an assistant psychologist have been recruited (funded from the 2020 HEA Mental Health and Wellbeing Funding Allocation)
Our Students Said…
You wanted your University to provide more Continuous Assessment
We Listened…
Academic Strategy
Develop a scoping tool/ process for Colleges to undertake a review of assessment practices across their programmes
Colleges to review assessment practices and identify potential opportunities for enhancement or redesign
Pilot of student learning portfolio
