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English courses in Galway
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English courses in Galway with Galway Cultural Institute

  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Levels: elementary to upper advanced
  • Average number of students per class: 10
44start dates in 2027, every Monday

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A language school in Galway, Ireland, to improve your English

Galway Cultural Institute: learning English in a stimulating setting

Galway Cultural Institute is a very pleasant option for a language course in Galway. The school makes it possible to learn English in a lively setting, with a good balance between serious lessons and everyday quality of life.

A destination that brings the language to life beyond the classroom

In Galway, exchanges do not stop when lessons end. The pace of the city and its openness to the outside make practising English more spontaneous and help you make the most of the immersion.

Courses

Flexible start dates

General English 20

From270,00 EUR/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Start date
Starts every Monday

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Flexible start dates

General English 26

From345,00 EUR/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Start date
Starts every Monday

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Flexible start dates

General English 20 Afternoon

From200,00 EUR/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Start date
Starts every Monday

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Flexible start dates

SAY General English Morning

From168,00 EUR/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Start date
Starts every Monday

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Flexible start dates

SAY General English Afternoon

From142,00 EUR/ week
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Start date
Starts every Monday

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Fixed dates

SAY General English + Business/ICT Skills

From190,00 EUR/ week
    Age
    from 18 years

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    Flexible start dates

    English for 30+

    From370,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Age
    from 30 years
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

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    Flexible start dates

    English for 30+ Executive

    From895,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Age
    from 30 years
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

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    Flexible start dates

    Combination Course 26

    From650,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Age
    from 18 years
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

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    Flexible start dates

    Combination Course 30 - English Accelerator

    From825,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Age
    from 18 years
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

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    Flexible start dates

    CLIL for Primary Teachers

    From475,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

    Flexible start dates

    CLIL for Secondary Teachers

    From475,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

    Flexible start dates

    English Language & Irish Culture

    From475,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

    Flexible start dates

    Supporting Multilingual Learners in Diverse Classrooms

    From475,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

    Flexible start dates

    AI for Smarter Teaching

    From475,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

    Flexible start dates

    English for Higher Education Professionals

    From475,00 EUR/ week
    • 1 to 52 weeks
    Start date
    Starts every Monday

    Fixed dates

    Online Pre-sessional English

    From158,33 EUR/ week

      Flexible start dates

      Certificate in English for Entry to Higher Education

      From190,00 EUR/ week
      • 1 to 52 weeks
      Start date
      Starts every Monday

      Flexible start dates

      General English + Skills for Academic Success

      From325,00 EUR/ week
      • 1 to 52 weeks
      Start date
      Starts every Monday

      Accommodation

      Everything about English courses in Galway with Galway Cultural Institute

      A modern, well-organised study environment

      The study environment appears well structured, with clear reference points for working efficiently, and spaces that make it possible to work seriously while keeping room to breathe.

      Why choose this school?

      To learn English in Galway, this school offers a convincing balance between language progress, local immersion and quality of life. It is an address worth considering to build a project that is smoother, clearer and more reassuring.

      At a glance

      Starting price
      from €220 per week of classes (General English 20 Afternoon) — Fees for 2027 checked on 12 October 2026
      Accommodation
      Homestay, single room, half board; Residence, single room, no meals; Residence, double room, no meals
      Accreditations
      IALC, EAQUALS, ACELS

      Practical information

      Minimum age
      18 years
      Number of classes
      25
      Average number of students per class
      10
      Levels
      elementary to upper advanced

      Facilities

      • Wifi
      • Multimedia area

      Services

      • General courses
      • Exam preparation
      • Special courses
      • Catering
      • Family
      • Residence

      The school on the map

      Accreditations and labels

      • FIYTOFederation of International Youth Travel Organisations
      • RELSARecognised English Language Schools Association

      Accreditations and labels: IALC, EAQUALS, ACELS.

      Accreditations and labels : ALTO, IALC, EAQUALS

      Frequently asked questions

      How much does a stay at GCI Galway cost?

      From €220 per week of classes (General English 20 Afternoon). Budget for 2 weeks: €2,825. Budget for 4 weeks: €4,125. Includes: course: General English 20; accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; fees (registration, file, accommodation); return transfer (Taxi Transfer Galway Coach Station to Accommodation). Sample start date: 4 January 2027, outside peak season. Fees for 2027 checked on 12 October 2026.

      What is the minimum age to study at GCI Galway?

      The minimum age is 18 years.

      What accommodation does GCI Galway offer?

      Accommodation offered: Homestay, single room, half board (from €360 per week); Residence, single room, no meals (from €330 per week); Residence, double room, no meals (from €270 per week). Fees for 2027 checked on 12 October 2026.

      When do courses start at GCI Galway in 2027?

      Courses start on Mondays: 44 start dates in 2027, from 4 January 2027 to 13 December 2027.

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