More than 180 new doctors were among the 400-plus students who took centre stage at the University of Galway Summer conferring ceremonies last week.

The day marked a significant academic milestone for the students and their families, as they were awarded their degrees during the ceremonies, including 92 who were conferred with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

The largest cohort to graduate last Thursday was the 187 doctors who received their Honours Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and Bachelor of Obstetrics (MB, BCh, BAO) degree.

During the conferring ceremony, 12 graduates were awarded a total of 15 Final Medical Medals by the University’s College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences.

One graduate, Dr Anmol Mahesh from Clonmel, Co Tipperary, received five medals in recognition of his outstanding academic performance.

Professor Peter McHugh, Interim President of University of Galway, said: “At University of Galway, we take great pride in being part of each student’s journey, supporting their growth and celebrating their success.

“Graduation is not just an end, but the beginning of what our students can and will go on to achieve, and I look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in their chosen fields.”

Pictured: Grads celebrate: More than 180 doctors graduated from University of Galway last week with an Honours Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and Bachelor of Obstetrics (MB, BCh, BAO) degree. Photo: Martina Regan.