General English Courses
General English Courses are our most popular programmes for learners who want to improve their practical English for everyday communication.
18 May
Choose to study English at Galway Cultural Institute
Prepare for an unforgettable experience. This is a place you will call home, where you will make lifelong friends and achieve the results in English language fluency that you need for your future success.
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Galway is one of Ireland's greatest treasures. Situated at the halfway point of the Wild Atlantic Way, this vibrant city – like its people – is warm, friendly and welcoming. We run a full range of general English, Cambridge and IELTS courses.
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Cellissimo
9:00a.m. 18th May - 10:00a.m. 26th May 2024
Galway City and County
After four long years of waiting after the unfortunate cancellation of the Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture celebrations, Cellissimo is finally happening! Confirmed for May of this year, Cellissimo will bring the good and the great of international cellists to our little corner of the country in a range of showcase events scattered from Inis Boffin to Galway City! Looking for a masterclass in the Cello? An intimate concert with a loved one? A full on orchestral experience? Have a look at the website and see what's on for yourself: https://musicforgalway.ie/cellissimo-2024/
18 May
Connacht vs DHL Stormers
4:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. 18th May 2024
The Sportsgrounds, Galway
The last regular home game of the season brings South African powerhouses DHL Stormers to Galway! Both teams will be looking for a vital win with play-off places and home fixtures on the line. Tickets available here: https://www.connachtrugby.ie/tickets/
01 Jun
Salthill National 5-a-side Tournament
12:00p.m. 1st June - 6:00p.m. 2nd June 2024
Salthill, Galway
4 decades on and the tournament is still going strong with teams coming from all over the country - and sometimes further afield - to take part! Get your team together and enter through the Salthill 5-a-side facebook page our though their email info@galwaycup.com.
01 Jun
Omniplex Cinema Experience!
12:00p.m. 1st June - 12:00a.m. 30th June 2024
Salthill, Galway
The Omniplex Cinema in Salthill is probably the best cinema experience in the county! Comfy recliner seats, numerous screens, all the snacks you'd ever want, refillable drinks and a great location makes it the best place to go watch that must-see movie of the year with your pals! And, to top it off, there's the much vaunted and appreciated Omnipass, which, for just 14.99 a month, allows you to watch all the movies you want (just once, mind!). Bring your buddies and go!
Galway Guides
Galway is the perfect place to learn English and experience the best that Ireland has to offer. Choose it as your base when looking to study abroad for work, travel or pleasure.
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