Overview

With small class sizes, exceptional exemptions from professional exams, and opportunities for work placement or study abroad, this Commerce (Accounting) programme at University of Galway sets you on the fast track to a professional qualification.

This degree develops not only technical expertise, but also critical thinking, communication, and digital skills—qualities employers value highly. Many students secure job offers before graduation, especially those who complete a placement or internship.

Careers

Major professional services firms (e.g. EY, KPMG, PwC, Deloitte, Grant Thornton, Moore Ireland, Mazars, and Crowe Howarth).
Banks, investment firms, and insurance companies.
Multinational corporations across tech, pharma, and more.
Public sector and non-profit organisations

Typical graduate roles:Trainee Accountant, Tax Associate, Audit Associate, Financial Analyst, Business Consultant

After qualification, many progress to senior roles such as:Audit Manager, Tax Specialist, Financial Controller, CFO

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Management Accounting

Financial Reporting
Principles of Microeconomics/Macroeconomics
Information Management for Business
Mathematics and Statistics for Business
Business Law I
Skills for Success
Management and Enterprise
Marketing Thought

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National

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International: applications can close on short notice. Students from visa-required countries - Study Visa application process may take 6 to 12 weeks

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Galway, Ireland

Disciplines

Accounting Commerce View 11 other Bachelors in Commerce in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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

Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, another language, Mathematics, and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes. Additional requirements: Minimum H4 in Accounting

For Leaving Certificate - H4 in Accounting is also a requirement

For A-Levels - Grade C in A-Level Accounting

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Galway and/or in Ireland, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

19000 EUR / year

≈ 19000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2598 EUR / year

≈ 2598 EUR / year

Additional Details

EU Fees are comprised of Tuition + Student Contribution Charge €3,000 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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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Galway

Funding

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