During the summer it was announced that planning permission has been granted for a new school of medicine building at the University of Galway.
The building is set to be built on the University’s South Campus, near the Quadrangle.
President of University of Galway David Burn said: “A development of this scale is key to supporting the next generation of healthcare leaders by providing students, researchers and staff with cutting-edge facilities, fostering innovation, discovery, and excellence in medical education, all while honouring the heritage of our historic campus.”
As a result, new courses will be on offer for incoming students including the first intake of pharmacy students on the MPharm this September and the planned Graduate Entry Medicine programme that is set to begin in September 2027.
The design of the building will include plant systems and solar PV panels, making it more energy efficient. This will fall in line with the university’s broader sustainability goals.
Head of the school of medicine at the University of Galway Professor Laurence Egan said, “The new School of Medicine Building will not only enhance how we teach and learn but also how we work together across disciplines and with our healthcare partners”.
The new medical building will come at a cost for the university. Removal of 20 parking spaces is needed to build it. This is a contentious problem at the University of Galway as parking is already a major issue for students, especially those commuting.
