Overview

The Business and Hospitality programme at University of Galway is designed as a specialist course which assists students in blending their existing talents with the advanced hospitality and business skills and knowledge needed to manage a modern hospitality organisation.

Modules include Global Business and International HRM, Project Management, Information Technology for Hospitality and Performance and Revenue Management. The programme will be offered on a full-time basis over one academic year or on a part-time basis over two academic years. The programme will consist of lectures, seminars, industry exposure, experiential learning, in-company study, computer-based simulation, guest speakers and projects in the relevant subjects.

Careers

Graduates with the skills taught in this programme will be highly valued by a range of business and hospitality organisations, both nationally and internationally. The College will organise recruitment fairs in the final semester to give students the opportunity to meet with future employers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Global Business and International HRM
Information Technology for Hospitality
Performance and Revenue Management
Research Methods
Hotel Asset Management
Intercultural Business Communication
Project Management
Strategy and Innovation for Hospitality

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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More details

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, you are advised to apply as early as possible.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Business Administration Hospitality Management Tourism & Leisure View 3 other Masters in Tourism & Leisure in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must present certified and translated copies of their undergraduate degree at a minimum of second class honours or equivalent in a related area.
A minimum IELTS band level 6.5 (no band lower than 6) or equivalent.
Applicants must submit/upload a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why they wish to undertake the programme, outlining how it fits into their career objectives.
Applicants are required to submit/upload a current CV (max. 2 pages).
Applicants are required to submit/upload 2 references. One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) and/or an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment), and/or suitable personal reference.
A copy of your passport must be submitted/uploaded.
Suitable applicants must pass an entrance interview. Interviews are conducted by representatives visiting your country or through video conferencing (Skype).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19000 EUR / year

≈ 19000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

10640 EUR / year

≈ 10640 EUR / year

Additional Details

Part-time EU: €5,350 part-time p.a.
Student Levy €140

Living costs

Galway

Ireland

800 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Galway

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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