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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 & LanguageDesign and Manufacturing
Design and Manufacturing research at the University of Galway focuses on advancing innovative, sustainable, and industry-relevant engineering solutions. This research area integrates cutting-edge technologies in design methodology, advanced manufacturing, materials science, and automation to address challenges across sectors including biomedical, aerospace, renewable energy, and marine engineering.
Research activities encompass areas such as additive manufacturing (3D printing), precision engineering, digital twins, design for sustainability, and smart manufacturing systems. Researchers work on developing novel materials, processes, and tools that improve product performance, reduce waste, and enhance production efficiency. The use of simulation-driven design, topology optimisation, and rapid prototyping is central to creating next-generation components and systems.
Located in the Alice Perry Engineering Building, one of Ireland’s most advanced engineering hubs, the University of Galway provides state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities for mechanical testing, materials processing, robotics, and high-performance computing. The research aligns with Ireland’s ambitions for digital transformation, sustainability, and advanced skills development in the manufacturing sector.
People
Dr Richard Barrett
ENG-2030
+353 (0)91 492792
richard.barrett@universityofgalway.ie
