Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | University of Galway

Ollscoil na Gaillimhe | University of Galway

@uniofgalway

University of Galway is The Sunday Times University of the Year 2022. Social Policy: https://universityofgalway.ie/social/ RCN 20002107

Galway, Ireland https://universityofgalway.ie/ Joined 2008-11-08 Date of Analysis: Dec 16, 2025

55,884

Followers

2,723

Following

21,428

Tweets

10.7

Avg Engagement

396

Listed

No

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @uniofgalway's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.

Account Classification

  • Account Size: Mid-Tier (10K+)
  • Account Age:2008-11-08
  • Verification:No
  • Location:Galway, Ireland

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,246
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:6.8
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:3.9
  • Followers Analyzed:50,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,246 tweets

The account maintains moderate engagement with an average of 210 likes and 48 retweets per tweet. Verified accounts make up a small percentage of the followers, indicating a mix of public and private engagement.

6.8

Avg Likes/Tweet

3.9

Avg Retweets/Tweet

21,972

Total Likes

12,709

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

2

Median Likes

2

Median Retweets

11

75th Percentile

791

Top Tweet

0.19

Engagement per 1K Followers

Normalized influence metric

Viral Spikes

Engagement Pattern

Few posts get most engagement

Posting Behavior

Content style and format preferences

Mixed

Balanced content approach

52.9%

Original

9.7%

Replies

28.6%

Retweets

8.8%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

1.6%

With Media

95.5%

With Links

52.5%

With #Tags

72.6%

With @Mentions

49.2%

With Emojis

249

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Broadcast

Focuses on original content over replies

0.18

Reply/Original Ratio

0.31

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Highly Bursty

Posts in concentrated bursts

86.4%

Weekday Posts

13.6%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#universityofgalway (215) #coiscoiribe (141) #nuigalway (89) #galwaypostgrad (62) #alumniawards22 (56) #galwaystheplace (53) #galwaygrads (51) #gradaimalumni22 (46) #nuigalwaygreenshoots (44) #galway (41)

Most Mentioned

@nuigalway (488) @uniofgalway (475) @rtebrainstorm (143) @galwayaccess (71) @galwaycmnhs (69) @simonharristd (65) @ryaninstitute (61) @galwayintarts (49) @irishtimes (47) @mooreinst (45)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,246 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 1,717 (53%)
Replies 315 (10%)
Retweets 927 (29%)
Quote Tweets 287 (9%)

What This Reveals About Their Strategy

This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.

The 927 retweets (29% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

Based on 3,246 tweets

Engagement by Hour (UTC)

Posting Frequency Over Time

Timing Insights

Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.

Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.

Audience Demographics

Based on 50,000 followers

The primary audience includes students, alumni, and local residents interested in university updates. It also reaches out to international audiences through global issues like the Ukraine crisis.

Good

Audience Quality

19.3%

Suspicion Index

27.1%

Low-Quality %

99

Median Reach

Audience Quality Signals

Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.

36.6%

Empty Bio

25.2%

<10 Tweets

12.7%

Mass Following (>2K)

0.0%

New (<90 days)

27.8%

Low Ratio (<0.1)

0.0%

New (<180 days)

70.1%

No URL

17.6%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

70,457,114

Total Potential Reach

99

Median Follower Reach

408

75th Percentile Reach

13.1%

>1K followers

1.3%

>10K followers

0.2%

>50K followers

0.1%

>100K followers

Creator vs Consumer Split

Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).

55.1%

Creators

27,573 accounts

19.6%

Consumers

9,820 accounts

25.2%

Dormant

12,607 accounts

523

Verified Followers

1.05% of total

12.9%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

0.25

Median Follow Ratio

follower/following

Follower Influence Distribution

How many followers do their followers have?

Follower Account Age

How long have followers been on Twitter?

Geographic Distribution

Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):

Galway, Ireland (4,350) Ireland (3,728) Dublin City, Ireland (1,407) Galway (1,029) Dublin, Ireland (744) Dublin (692) Cork, Ireland (466) Limerick, Ireland (331) Mayo, Ireland (289) London, England (221)

609

Verified Followers

1.1% of total

5,631

Protected Accounts

10.21% of total

9 years

Avg Account Age

of their followers

Notable Followers (By Influence)

Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:

Username Followers Profession Interests
@JohnCena 14,106,763 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@hootsuite 7,331,329 Social Media Manager Social media, news, tips
@verified 4,201,551 - -
@britishmuseum 2,069,698 Museum History, Art, Culture
@soledadobrien 1,320,612 Journalist working, mom, journalist
@LeBronJames 1,006,925 - -
@SarahBrownUK 990,109 Advocate Education, Global Crisis, Podcast
@nonprofitorgs 775,102 Nonprofit Advocate Nonprofits, Digital Marketing, Fundraising
@rte 699,576 Media News, Entertainment, Culture
@OpenSociety 589,305 Philanthropy democracy, accountability, inclusivity

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

ireland (2,931) galway (2,702) irish (2,118) views (1,820) research (1,615) phd (1,478) university (1,442) student (1,410) health (1,231) education (1,161)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#galway (101) #ireland (99) #education (59) #innovation (50) #research (48) #gaeilge (44) #ai (44) #wildatlanticway (34) #marketing (33) #andacyclist (30)

34,997

Followers With Bio

20,160

Followers Without Bio

63.45%

% With Bio

36.55%

% Without Bio

Why Audience Demographics Matter

Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.

Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.

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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,246 analyzed

1,717

Combined Engagement

1,439

Total Likes

278

Total Retweets

343

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

20%

With Media

80%

With Hashtags

20%

With @Mentions

100%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

University News Social Responsibility Community Engagement
Ollscoil na Gaillim…
@uniofgalway

Some news! We are changing our name✍️ Our university has been at the heart❤️of our beautiful city since 1845 – we are becoming Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway #UniversityofGalway https://t.co/xcZNsdhnOP

2022-04-27
Retweets: 128 Likes: 663 Engagement: 791
Ollscoil na Gaillim…
@uniofgalway

We at NUI Galway are deeply saddened at the sudden, tragic death of student Kate Moran and extend our heartfelt sympathies to her family, friends and loved ones. Cuirimid ár gcomhbhrón ó chroí in iúl do gach atá ag caoineadh a bás. https://t.co/wHXejRLmb0

2022-04-20
Retweets: 27 Likes: 253 Engagement: 280
Ollscoil na Gaillim…
@uniofgalway

#Ukraine #StandForUkraine #StandingWithUkraine🇮🇪 https://t.co/XhhgQXtAeR

2022-02-25
Retweets: 47 Likes: 196 Engagement: 243
Ollscoil na Gaillim…
@uniofgalway

Today is #WorldPhotographyDay! On this day we want to recognize the incredible work of NUI Galway's Professor of Geography, @ZhangChaosheng 🙌 Professor Chaosheng uses his knowledge of geography combined with his photography skills to capture his magnificent photos 🤩 https://t.c

2022-08-19
Retweets: 20 Likes: 191 Engagement: 211
Ollscoil na Gaillim…
@uniofgalway

Our history and heritage of over 175 years has brought us to this point. Now is the time to embrace a new future, and an identity that proudly shows the essence of who we are. We are the University of Galway. Your space and place to thrive. #UniversityofGalway https://t.co/mnA

2022-09-01
Retweets: 56 Likes: 136 Engagement: 192

Key Insights & Takeaways

The account frequently shares news about name changes and institutional updates, indicating a focus on transparency and communication. It highlights community and social issues, showing a commitment to social responsibility and awareness. The use of hashtags like #Ukraine suggests a strategic effort to align with global events and increase visibility.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 55,884
  • + Strong original content creation
  • + Active presence with consistent posting

Opportunities

  • ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
  • ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
  • ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
  • ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts

Summary

This analysis of @uniofgalway reveals an growing Twitter presence with 55,884 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 10.7 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.

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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025