INFORMATION EVENING THURSDAY 6 TH MARCH 2014
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S T. A N N E ' S C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E
SENIOR CHOICES
INFORMATION EVENING
THURSDAY 6TH MARCH 2014
Agenda
IntroductionLeaving Cert EstablishedTransition YearQuestions and Answers
What we’re doing….
3rd Year briefings on subjects from staffClass group presentations from Guidance
CounsellorWebsites to research Parents Information eveningAppointments as requiredPresentation available to download from
www.stanneskillaloe.scoilnet.ie
Leaving Cert established
Core SubjectsExamined at LC (3)
Irish English Mathematics
Non Exam PE RE including RSE Careers
Option Subjects (4) Choose from 17
Subjects Option form in your
pack Total of 7 subjects
examined at Leaving Certificate plus LCVP if eligible
Next Steps!
Option Subjects
Think ahead to the next step
Keep options open for 3rd level
College entry : Points + Entry
Requirements
Points Six best subjects
All worth the same except: H.L. Maths
LCVP
LCVP
What is it? An add on programme where you study two modules namely
Enterprise Education and The world of Work. It aims to prepare young people for both.
How do I get it? By having the correct combination of subjects
Why is it a good idea? If you do any ordinary level subjects it is very useful for points It is common level It is assessed completely before the LC 60% portfolio including items like CV, Career Investigation etc
LCVP Subject Combinations
Specialist Groupings
• Construction Studies; Engineering; Design and Communication Graphics; Technology - Any Two
• Physics and Construction Studies or Engineering or Technology or Design & Communication Graphics
• Agricultural Science and Construction Studies or Engineering or Technology or Design & Communication Graphics
• Agricultural Science and Chemistry or Physics or Physics/Chemistry • Home Economics; Agricultural Science; Biology - Any Two• Home Economics and Art - Design Option or Craft Option• Accounting; Business; Economics - Any two • Physics and Chemistry• Biology and Chemistry or Physics or Physics/Chemistry• Biology and Agricultural Science• Art - Design Option or Craft Option and Design & Communication
Graphics
LCVP Subject Groupings
Services GroupingsEngineering or Technology or Construction Studies
or Design & Communication Graphics and Accounting or Business or Economics
Home Economics and Accounting or Business or Economics
Agricultural Science and Accounting or Business or Economics
Art Design or Craftwork Option and Accounting or Business or Economics
Music and Accounting or Business or Economics
Points System
LCVP Common Level
Distinction 70
Merit 50
Pass 30
Higher Level Maths
25 bonus points (A1-D3)
Ladder Approach
Different General Entry Requirements for each level
Entry Requirements
Level 8 Courses 6 Subjects: 2HC3 + 4
OD3Trinity 3HC3 + 3OD3 IT’s Level 6/ 7 courses
5OD3
Post Leaving Cert Courses
Pass Leaving Cert + Interview
General Entry Requirements
For almost all courses:
English and Maths
Be careful with Foundation Level
Choosing Leaving Certificate Subjects
It is important to realise that choosing your subject options for the Leaving Certificate is different from choosing your career.
Subjects…..Required Vs Helpful
For example you don't have to do any
business subject to become an accountant…. But it would be very helpful
you don’t have to do Engineering in the Leaving Certificate to become an engineer but it may be helpful. However Honours Maths and Physics are very helpful. (and often essential)
Specific Subject Requirements
Science: One or two science subjects depending on the course or university. Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Ag.
Science (sometimes accept Maths or Applied Maths) Engineering: Honours Maths for Universities (Special Maths
exam) Primary Teaching: C in Higher Level Irish Veterinary medicine /Dietetics/Pharmacy/Dentistry:
Chemistry Medicine: HPAT + Chemistry + one science depending on
location Art: Portfolio Trinity: Paramedical/science 2 Science Subjects
College information is subject to change and should be verified on the college website
Specific Subject Requirements
Nursing: Science subjectBeautician: BiologyMedical Sciences: 1/2 science subjects
Many of these courses also have specific grade requirements e.g. HB3 etc
College information is subject to change and should be checked directly on the college website
Languages
A Pass in a European Language is required for entry to most courses in NUI colleges e.g. UCC, UCD, NUIM, NUIG, RCSI,NCAD, St. Angela’s Sligo, Shannon College of Hotel Management, Milltown Institute, Institute of Public Administration – the main exceptions are
(a) NCAD which will accept Art instead of a language (b) Some Science, Nursing and Engineering courses
UL, Trinity, DCU, DIT and all Institutes of Technology either Engish and Maths OR English, Maths and ANOTHER language which can be Irish Irish Exemptions carry through if OFFICAL exemptions Gardaí, Army cadetships, Primary Teaching exemptions do not
apply
All college information is subject to change and should always be verified on the college website
NUI Colleges 3rd Language Requirement
University College Dublin Colleges of: Arts & Celtic Studies;
Business & Law; Engineering, Mathematical & Physical Sciences;
Human Sciences; Life Sciences. University College Cork
Colleges of: Arts, Celtic Studies & Social Sciences; Business & Law; Medicine & Health; Science, Engineering & Food Science.
National University of Ireland, Galway Colleges of: Arts, Social Science &
Celtic Studies; Business, Public Policy & Law; Engineering and Informatics; Medicine & Health Sciences; Science.
National University of Ireland, Maynooth Faculties of: Arts, Celtic Studies and
Philosophy; Social Sciences; Science and Engineering.
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Undergraduate and postgraduate courses
in Medicine and related Medical Sciences.
National College of Art and Design Undergraduate and postgraduate courses
in Design, Education, Fine Art and Visual Culture.
Shannon College of Hotel Management Undergraduate courses in the Faculty of
Commerce. Institute of Public Administration
Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses in the Faculties of Arts and Commerce.
Milltown Institute Undergraduate and postgraduate courses
in Theology, Philosophy and Spirituality. St. Angela’s College, Sligo
Undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the Faculty of Arts and in Home Economics Teaching
NUI Colleges
For entry to all degrees, English, Irish, and four other subjects in the Leaving Certificate (GCE/GCSE or other acceptable qualification) are required.
A third language must be included among the other subjects for Arts, Human Sciences, Law, Social Science, Commerce, Medicine and Health Sciences and some other degrees.
For Commerce the subjects presented must include Mathematics, and for courses in the Sciences (i.e. Science and also Agriculture, Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, Veterinary Medicine) Mathematics and a Science subject.
Choose subjects the student:LikesHas achieved well inNeeds for their future Is prepared to work at Link talents to subjects Talk to teachers, siblings, neighbours, people on
the bus Look at senior cycle text books Choose a good mix of subjects to keep college
and career options open
Career Decisions?
Knowing aboutMyself
Abilities
Personality
Education
Achievements
Experience of\work
Interests
Skills/abilities/aptitudeWhat you’re good at naturally
Things you like doing
What kind of person am I? Do I prefer working on my own/with people?
Choosing a Career
Not sure? Safe option
Irish EnglishMathsLanguageAt least one Science subject
Resources
www.curriculumonline.ie Syllabus for LC Subjectswww.examinations.ie Look at past exam paperswww.qualifax.ie Check entry requirementswww.careersportal.ieGuidance Counsellor Blog:
http://stanneskillaloe.scoilnet.ie/blog/College websites www.ul.ie www.lit.ie
www.mic.ul.ie College ProspectusesGuidance Counsellor make an appointmentTeachers
Language Entry Requirements for Third Level
Two languages (English + One other) required for the following colleges: Trinity College Dublin Institute of Technology Dublin City University - University of Limerick you can use a Pass in Irish of a European language – unless
it is required for a particular course
Language Entry Requirements for Third Level
Cadetships in the Army, Army equitation, Air Corps and Naval Service. 3 HC3 and 3OD3 Irish +English + European Language
For the Gardaí - two languages are requiredA European Language is not required for
entry to the Institutes of Technology, unless it is part of the area of study
Subject Requirements
Science courses: Science Subject Engineering: Honours Maths
Research…
CAO App www.cao.ieQualifax/Student/useful tools/minimum entry
requirements/Leaving Cert Subjects Choose a subject and check the implications of not choosing
Qualifax/Student/coursefinder/higher education CAO/Keyword + Search Main sections of interest: LC Entry Requirements Course Content Subjects taught Careers or further progression
What next?
Research, research, researchDiscuss at homeFill form and return to officeMake appointment if necessary
What next?
Complete the option form and return to Ms. Walsh directly by Thursday March 13th
You must complete 1-6Any extra information please write on the
front of the formBe sure to complete the section listing the
four JC Subject Options
The Form
The form
Guidance Counsellor061 620086
Mission Statement of Transition Year
“To promote the personal, social, vocational and educational development of students and to prepare them for their role as autonomous and participative members of society” Dept. of Education & Skills
Transition Year is Optional
Junior Cert students may opt to go directly into 4th Year where they join students who have already completed TY
Why Do TY?
Bridges the gap between Junior and Senior Cycles in the school
MaturityMake more informed choices (option subject
sampling/careers)Work Experience Achieve improved Leaving Cert resultsBuild interpersonal and team skillsDevelop entrepreneurial skills
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Each school devises its own timetabled programme to cater for the needs of its students
Essentially the Transition Year programme in St. Anne’s Community College offers students a broad and balanced curriculum
TY in St. Anne’s
1. Curriculum: Core Subjects and Modules
2. Co-Curricular and Extra Curricular Activities
3. Work experience4. Fees
Typical Core Subjects (full year)
EnglishIrishMathsMini-Company
Modern European Language
PEReligionYSI
Typical Modules (half year)
Art & DesignCareersChessCookeryDriving TheoryEngineering
European Studies
Film StudiesFirst AidGreen SchoolsHealth & SafetyHistory
All college information is subject t change and should be checked on the college website
Typical Modules (half year)CONTD.
Information Technology
International Current Affairs
LinguisticsMusicPoetry
AppreciationScience
Scratch Computing
Sign LanguageSolid WorksSpeech &
DramaToastmastersWoodwork/Craft
Co-curricular & Extra Curricular Activities
Outdoor Pursuits Centre (2 days)
Young Social Innovators
School BankCommunity Care
Sports & Leisure
ExcursionsGreen SchoolsSchool MusicalVisiting
Speakers
Work Experience
TY1 Tuesdays: September – December
TY2 Tuesdays: January – May
Students select 2 placements
TY Fee
TOTAL €400€200 Payable in May
€200 Payable in September
What is expected of TY Students?
A good record of attendanceActively participate in classwork and
activitiesDevelop work and study habitsBuild positive relationships with
classmates and teachersComplete assignments on time
Decision time!
Students get out of TY what they put into it!
Will they find it hard to settle again?
You know your son/daughter best
PARTICIPATION
Key to success
Decision Time
Return ONE form by Thursday 13th directly to Ms. Walsh
Questions