Our Student Blog
Read the latest news from our student ambassadors in Ireland
My arrival in Ireland
Exploring your new surroundings is one of the most exciting parts about moving abroad! Student Ambassador Eunice takes us with her as she investigates her new home. Taking us around NUIG campus, her accommodation, Galway and beyond, we get to experience Eunice's...
The best of two cities
Travelling up and down the east coast of Ireland, Student Ambassador Bill has experienced all sides of Irish life! Studying in Waterford but living in Dublin, he has soaked up the sights of the Irish country side on his travels. Bill shares with us his experience of...
3 tips for making friends in a new country
Moving to study abroad can often mean that you end up in an unfamiliar country where no one knows your name. And that's why good friends make all the difference! In a new blog, Student Ambassador Sandra shares their top tips for making friends in a new place. Read on...
Irish photography adventure
Bustling streets and breathtaking views Student Ambassador Nhat Huu Dai Tran (Sunny) takes us on a tour of Ireland through the lens of his camera! All over the country there is so much to see, and thankfully, Sunny has shared some of his highlights with us in his new...
Spot the difference & hidden gems…
Travelling abroad is always an adventure! Student Ambassador Alexia knows that readjusting can become a game of spot the difference to your previous life, but if you pause and take it all in... you can find the hidden gems within! Travelling to a new country is always...
Wining & dining in Dublin!
What do you think of when you think of Irish food? Potatoes? Pies? Soda bread? Student Ambassador Olivia offers a new option, one that is widely known, widely loved, and widely eaten in Ireland! To her, this dish has come to signify much more than just a meal....
My first month in Ireland
Ireland has so much to offer to all kinds of people! From vibrant culture and nightlife, to breathtaking nature, there really is something from everyone. Student Ambassador Uzair from Pakistan captures his first month in Ireland, and gives us a glimpse into the life...
Data & the stories behind it
Collecting, cleaning, assembling. Are you interested in the world of data? Popularity of data analysis, data science, and data engineering courses is on the rise globally! Student Ambassador Hamza from Pakistan shares information about his Data Analytics course at...
Social life during Covid
The pandemic impacted many new beginnings, and trying to adapt in those circumstances was a struggle. However, sometimes, everything falls into place! This was the case for Student Ambassador Anoushka who gives us an account of her experience of starting college in...
My life off-campus
Amazing walks, beautiful scenery and every season in one day? You'll get to experience it all in Ireland! Our In her new video up on our YouTube channel, Student Ambassador Sweta Patnaik from India shows us what her life is like off-campus and what she gets up to in...