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GMIT, on the West coast of Ireland overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, is proud of its identity and role as a publicly financed Institute of Technology. As Institute of Technology of the Year 2007 we are proud of our students and staff and their achievements and have confidence in our ability to meet the challenges of the future.

GMIT President Marion Coy with students from China who graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Honours) in 2007

As a student of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) you will have the opportunity to learn at one of the major centres of tertiary education in Ireland. You will join a community of around 9,000 students which is committed to providing you with an Irish educational experience and qualification which is recognized throughout the world.

Galway has a population of 76,000 and is a student friendly and safe city.  It has a vibrant cultural centre and is home to a host of dynamic international IT and medical technology companies.  Our main campus is situated 2.5 Km. from the city centre and is surrounded by 3 student villages.

GMIT offers an international foundation programme and undergraduate/postgradate courses in Computing, Life and Physical Sciences, Mechanical, Electronic and Civil Engineering, Hospitality and Tourism, Business and Humanities.  All of our educational programmes have a professional orientation so that you will have a passport to the workplace. 

GMIT has built substantial links with business and industry in the West of Ireland.  They are extremely important as they enable the institute to fulfill its role as a centre for innovative thought and action in the region and provide placement opportunities for our students.

GMIT Cricket Club

The Institute wants to provide you with opportunities to develop yourself so that you can contribute to the economic, cultural and social life of any environment in which you live. The wide range of social, cultural and sporting clubs and societies in GMIT will give you the opportunity to build skills, competencies and friendships that will enhance and enrich your personal and professional development. We also hope that you will see the GMIT experience as an important and enjoyable part of your life-long learning.