Hello there!! I chose to study at NUI Galway because I felt it would have the benefits of living in a city but yet would have the friendliness and community of a small town. I definitely made the right decision. I found it easy to settle in and adapt to my new environment. As for the wet weather, the people here overly compensate for it!! People are very friendly and approachable and willing to help, which is very important to you when you arrive in a new country and don’t know anyone. It also is much cheaper to live and study here.  I can walk almost everywhere and don’t have to pay for the cost of public transport. 

I love the vibrant, energetic atmosphere in the city. There is a great social life with so many things to do throughout the year.  I think the clubs and societies in the university are a fantastic way of meeting new people with similar interests. Whether you are from Botswana, like me, Irish, or from any other country, we are all international to each other and it is a great opportunity to learn about other cultures and customs.

I find the lecturers on my course very approachable and helpful. Although my course is very challenging, we are given the resources to learn in a logical and systematic way, and yet encouraged to have an enquiring mind, open to new ideas.

I have really enjoyed my time here so far! Not only have I learnt about Ireland, I have also had the chance to travel to the UK, Scotland and France during my time here. All in all, I have to say, although I my miss my home and will return home after my studies, I will bring with me experiences and memories that will stay with me forever. Although Botswana is my home, Galway is now my adopted home.