SUBJECT CHOICE FOR LEAVING CERTIFICATE ROSCOMMON...

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SUBJECT CHOICE FOR LEAVING

CERTIFICATE

ROSCOMMON C.B.S.

2016-18

A guide to help you to choose your Leaving Certificate subjects

As an Edmund Rice School, CBS Roscommon seeks to promote the five key

elements of an Edmund Rice School as espoused by the ERST Charter:

Nurturing faith, Christian spirituality and Gospel-based values

Promoting partnership in the school community

Excelling in teaching and learning

Creating a caring school community

Inspiring transformational leadership

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Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Ladder System of Qualification ........................................................................................................................................................... 4

Important Elements of the Senior Cycle in CBS Roscommon ............................................................................................................. 5

Subjects that students can choose in Roscommon CBS ................................................................................................................. 5

Subject choice and college application ............................................................................................................................................... 5

General Entry/Basic matriculation requirements ........................................................................................................................... 5

Specific Subject Requirements ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Third language requirement ................................................................................................................................................................ 8

The new points system ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

The Importance of using Qualifax for subject choice research......................................................................................................... 10

List of Colleges .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Leaving Certificate Subject Summary ............................................................................................................................................... 13

Languages ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

French ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Spanish ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

The Sciences ................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Agricultural Science .................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Biology ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Chemistry ................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

Physics ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

Business Group ............................................................................................................................................................................. 19

Accounting ............................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Business .................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Economics ................................................................................................................................................................................ 21

The Humanities ............................................................................................................................................................................ 22

History ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Geography ................................................................................................................................................................................ 23

Practical Subjects .......................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Construction Studies ................................................................................................................................................................ 24

Design and Communications Graphics ..................................................................................................................................... 25

Art............................................................................................................................................................................................. 26

LCVP (Links Modules) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 27

Breakdown of project-terminal examination elements of Leaving Certificate Subjects .................................................................. 29

Subjects offered to Fifth Years and how marks are allocated to various components. ................................................................... 30

Leaving Certificate subject national grade rates analysis* ............................................................................................................... 30

Typical subject combinations and associated careers ...................................................................................................................... 34

Final Summary Guidelines: ............................................................................................................................................................... 37

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Introduction Selecting the right subjects for the Leaving, and the level at which to take them, is a critical task faced by

CBS Roscommon students every year. The wrong choice here can have unintended consequences in two

years’ time, when students find paths into college are blocked by unfortunate subject gaps.

This booklet seeks to give parents/guardians and students’ relevant information in order to make good

choices when deciding on the subjects students will study for the leaving certificate examination. To make a

good decision it is essential to have good information. At CBS Roscommon, we arrange the following to

help our students make informed decisions regarding subject choice:

1. Careers classes on subject choice.

2. Individual subject departments will give a presentation on their subject.

3. Administer Eirquest careers exploratory test

4. Individual/small group appointments with Guidance Counsellor if required.

5. Subject Choice Information night.

Students are also advised to;

Study the information booklet which will be distributed to them.

Do research (e.g. www.qualifax.ie, careers library).

Consult textbooks and past papers of subjects they may be interested in.

Talk to students who have been, or are presently, studying the subjects which interest them.

Discuss subject choice with teachers and parents/guardians.

Students should choose their ‘package’ of subjects to satisfy their interests and to keep as many careers

options open as possible. This booklet and our subject choice programme is designed to help students

access as much up to date information as possible and in doing so make good subject choice decisions.

Paul Kelly

Guidance Counsellor

CBS Roscommon

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Ladder System of Qualification

When you leave school there are many different options open to you, ranging from apprenticeship training

to P.L.C. courses to Honours Degree programmes. Under the National Qualifications Framework students

can study for level 5,6,7 or 8 qualifications.

Level 5: One or two year Post Leaving Cert courses.

Available in many Second Level schools and colleges around the country

Can lead on to level 6 courses in Institutes of Technology

Level 6: Two year Higher Certificate Courses available in the Institutes of Technology. Can lead on to

Level 7 and 8 courses in the same field.

Level 7: Three year Ordinary Degrees available in the Institutes of Technology.

Can lead on to Level 8 courses in the same field.

Level 8: Three or four year (with some exceptions such as medicine) Honours Degrees available in all of the

Universities and the Institutes of Technology.

Having completed Level 8 students can continue on to Level 9 (Postgraduate Masters) and Level 10

(Doctorate)

There is many routes into any college courses or career

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Important Elements of the Senior Cycle in CBS Roscommon Students must study English Irish and Maths

Then students are presented with possible subject combinations of which they must choose four subjects

Students should consider college and professional training subject entry requirements while choosing

On completion of the Leaving Certificate students are awarded points from 6 of their best examination results

These points vary in relation to the level (higher/ordinary) of the exam.

Subjects that students can choose in Roscommon CBS

3 core/compulsory subjects

&

4 optional subjects consisting of the following areas.

Languages Science Business Humanities Practical

French Physics Business Geography Art

Spanish Chemistry Economics History Design and

Communication

graphics

Biology Accounting Construction

Agricultural

Science

Subject choice and college application Students must fulfil 3 criteria in order to be considered for an offer of a place on a college course.

Criteria Explanation Further information

from this booklet

All three

criteria must be

fulfilled before

the candidate is

offered a place

in a particular

third level

institution

1. General

Entry/matriculat

ion

Requirements

The minimum grades a

students much reach in 6

subjects in order to be

considered for this third

level institution

2. 2 Specific Entry

Requirements

Specific leaving certificate

subjects that are required for

entry into particular third

level courses

3. Points The total combination of

points awarded for a

students 6 best subjects in

the Leaving Certificate

General Entry/Basic matriculation requirements From 2017, the universities and Institutes of Technology will also introduce new basic matriculation

requirements to take account of the new grade scheme.

Where the requirements are currently 2 higher level C3 grades and 4 ordinary level D3 grades, in

2017 these will become 2 H5 and 4 O6/H7 grades.

Where the requirements are currently 5 ordinary level D3 grades, in 2017 these will become 5 O6/H7

grades.

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Where the requirements are currently 3 higher level C3 grades and 3 ordinary level D3 grades, in

2017 these will become 3 H5 and 3 O6/H7 grades.

Minimum Entry Requirement/Matriculation requirements examples* (new grading system)

Institution Minimum

grades

Required subjects

NUI Colleges: UCD, NUIM,

NUIG,(RCSI,

Shannon,

Miltown)

2 H5 and 4

O6/H7 grades. O6 in English, Irish & Modern Language*.

UCC 2 H5 and 4

O6/H7 grades. O6 in English, Irish & Modern Language*.

Trinity College

Dublin

3 H5 and 3

O6/H7 O6 in Maths, English & another Language

Dublin City

University

2 H5 and 4

O6/H7 grades. O6 in Maths, English or Irish

University of

Limerick

2 H5 and 4

O6/H7 O6 in Maths, English & Irish or another Lang.

Dublin Institute

of Technology

L6/7)

2 H5 and 4

O6/H7 grades.

5 O6/H7

O6 in Maths, English or Irish

Institutes of

Technology (L

8)

(L6/7)

2 H5 and 4

O6/H7 grades.

5 O6/H7

O6 in Maths, English or Irish

*Minimum entry requirements for 2017 leaving certificate candidates

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Specific Subject Requirements (In addition to the minimum entry requirements mentioned previously, certain additional subjects may be

required to gain entry to specific courses in a college.) For most University & College courses, there are

no specific subject requirements. This includes courses in Arts, Business, Computing, Law, Psychology,

Design, Social Science and many others. The following are EXCEPTIONS and for the most part are

required at Honours (Higher) Level.

College courses which require specific leaving certificate subjects

Accounting

GY207 Commerce - Accounting NUI Galway

Biology

CK405 Genetics University College Cork

TR056 Human Health & Disease Trinity College Dublin

Chemistry

K702 Dentistry University College Cork

DT223 Human Nutrition & Dietetics DIT

CK701 Medicine - Undergraduate Entry University College Cork

TR072 Pharmacy Trinity College Dublin

CK703 Pharmacy University College Cork

DT225 Public Health Nutrition Dublin Institute of

Technology

DN300 Veterinary Medicine - Undergraduate

Entry

University College Dublin

French

TR085 Business Studies & French Trinity College Dublin

LM052 Business Studies with a Modern

Language - French

University of Limerick

WD049 Business with French Waterford Institute of

Technology

GY202 Commerce - International with

French

NUI Galway

CK205 Commerce - International with

French

University College Cork

DK822 Computing with French Dundalk Institute of

Technology

TR001 French Trinity College Dublin

DN500 French - BA - Joint Honours University College Dublin

DC112 Global Business - France Dublin City University

DT555 International Business & Languages -

French

Dublin Institute of

Technology

DC266 Irish & French Dublin City University

DT518 Languages & International Tourism -

French

Dublin Institute of

Technology

TR018 Law & French Trinity College Dublin

CK302 Law & French University College Cork

DC253 Law & French Dublin City University

DN615 Law - BCL Maitrise University College Dublin

DN616 Law with French Law - BCL University College Dublin

DC272 Media & French Dublin City University

DC260 Politics & French Dublin City University

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Third language requirement

UCC, NUI Galway, UCD, NUI Maynooth and the Royal College of Surgeons require a pass in a

third language for a lot of their courses.* • Other colleges have it as a requirement for certain courses that have a large language component.

E.g.: European Studies, Languages & Marketing, Hotel Management, Languages & International

Tourism. • Entry to the Cadetships in the Defence Forces requires a third Language. • NCAD require a third language or Art • Many science and engineering courses include the study of Technical French or German ab initio

(from scratch). NO Third Language is required for:

• Trinity College, University of Limerick, D.C.U., and the Institutes of Technology unless it is a

specific course requirement (a pass in Irish will suffice).

• *No language for Engineering & Science NUI Maynooth • *No language for Engineering, Science & Ag Science in UCD (except for DN037- Biomedical,

Health & Life Sciences)

• *No language for Engineering, Science & Food Science UCC • *No language for Engineering & Science NUI Galway (except for GY304 - Biotechnology) • Gardaí, Nursing, Apprenticeships and most PLC Courses

N.B This information is correct in March 2016 but is subject to change - check with the course provider

or your Guidance Counsellor

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The new points system

The New Points Scale Explained: In April 2015,

Minister Jan O’Sullivan announced a new grading scheme for

the Leaving Certificate from 2017 as part of an overall package

of reforms designed to support students in the transition from

second-level to higher education. The new grading scheme will

apply to students commencing the Senior Cycle in September

2015 and sitting the Leaving Certificate examination from 2017

onwards.

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NB: Students who choose subjects which allows them to undertake the Leaving Certificate Links Modules

(also knows as LCVP) can remove their lowest grade and replace it with their LCVP grade.

The Importance of using Qualifax for subject choice research

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NB: CONSULT QUALIFAX SUBJECT REQUIREMENT MODULE (SEE BELOW) FOR A

DETAILED LIST OF COLLEGE COURSES REQUIRING HIGHER LEVEL MATHS OR IRISH.

List of Colleges

Universities Institutes of Technology

Smaller, specialized colleges

and private colleges

University College Dublin

Dublin City University

Trinity College Dublin

NUI Maynooth

University of Limerick

University College Cork

NUI Galway

Athlone Institute of

Technology

Cork Institute of Technology

Dublin Institute of

Technology

Dundalk Institute of

Technology

Dunlaoghaire Institute of Art

Design and Technology

Galway Mayo Institute of

Technology

Institute of Technology

Blanchardstown


Carlow & Wexford


Tallaght


Tralee

All Hallows College (fees

apply for some courses)

American College Dublin

(private-fees apply)

Carlow College

Church of Ireland College of

Education (primary teacher

training)

College of Computer

Training (private-fees apply)

Dublin Business School


Dunlaoghaire Institute of Art,

Design & Technology

Grafton College of

Management Sciences


Griffith College Cork,

Dublin & Limerick (private-

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Letterkenny Institute of

Technology

Limerick Institute of

Technology

Limerick Institute of

Technology, Thurles,

Tipperary

Sligo Institute of Technology

Waterford Institute of

Technology

fees apply)

IBAT College (private-fees

apply)

ICD Business School


Independent Colleges Dublin


Marino Institute of Education

(primary teacher training)

Mary Immaculate College,

Limerick (primary teacher

training & arts)

National College of Art &

Design

National College of Ireland

Pontifical University,

Maynooth (theology)

Portobello Institute (private-

fees apply)

Royal College of Surgeons

(Medicine, Physiotherapy &

Pharmacy)

Shannon College of Hotel

Management

St. Angela’s College, Sligo

(home economics teaching,

nursing, food, textiles)

St. Patrick’s College,

Drumcondra (primary

teacher training & arts)

See www.cao.ie for contact details of all the colleges listed above as well as the 1300 courses on offer

and the point’s requirements from previous years.

Students can apply for courses in all of the colleges listed above through the C.A.O. from November-

January of their Leaving Certificate Year. Students applying to medicine should register with the CAO in

early November in order to secure a suitable location for the HPAT exam which takes place in February or

March.

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Leaving Certificate Subject Summary

Languages

French

If I want to study French for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Be able and willing to develop oral, aural, writing and reading skills in French so that you can

develop confidence in a foreign language

Have interest in the French culture

Be able to learn independently

Leaving Certificate French V Junior Certificate French:

More focus on oral work

Continuation of writing, reading, listening and oral skills

Need to do some revision every day to become very familiar with language

Work independently using internet

Assessment:

Oral Exam - 25% in H.L, 20% in O.L.

Aural Exam - 20% in H.L, 25% in O.L.

Written Exam on reading comprehension and writing ability - 55%

Assignments during Course:

Regular participation in oral and aural class work

Reading comprehensions and writing exercises

Career Note: You must have a foreign language for entry to all colleges of the National University of

Ireland i.e. UCC, UCD, NUI Galway and Maynooth. (However, recently these colleges have dropped that

requirement for many of their engineering, science, agricultural and food science programmes. A third

language is also not a requirement for nursing programmes. Art is acceptable in place of the language for

students entering NCAD.) You also need a foreign language to become a Cadet in the Army or Air Corps.

Certain Industries and employers think very highly of candidates with foreign language skills.

French can be useful for careers in the following areas: Air Steward/Stewardess, Air Traffic Controller, Au

Pair, Bilingual Secretary, Business, Careers in Export, Chef, Courier, Hotel Management, Hotel

Receptionist, Human Resources, International Marketing, Importer, Interpreter, Journalist, Librarian,

Translator, International Driver, Ground Hostess, Pilot, Tourism, Travel Agent, Work in the Department of

Foreign Affairs, etc.

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Spanish

Leaving Certificate Spanish is a broad course designed to equip you with the ability to effectively

communicate in Spanish. As well as the study of the language, this course aims to equip the student with an

understanding of Spanish society and culture.

Why choose Spanish?

Apart from being very enjoyable, the ability to communicate in Spanish is a very useful life skill. Being able

to talk Spanish brings a whole world of opportunity. Spanish is the official language in 27 countries as well

as being spoken in many parts of the world. It is also the second language of the USA.

Employers like employees with strong language skills, knowledge of Spanish opens a range of career

possibilities: travel and tourism, translation, international business, teaching, international law, Department

of foreign affairs, import and export industries, retail, IT - localisation of software products. Many courses in

the NUI Universities require a third language, Spanish fulfils this requirement. Check with your career

guidance teacher if you need a language.

Differences between the JC and LC

Leaving Cert Spanish is a natural progression from Junior Cert. The basics of the language from Junior Cert

are built on and a more in depth knowledge of the language is acquired. Oral work: There is a far greater

emphasis on oral work at Leaving Cert which encourages the student to communicate on a variety of topics.

Written work

This progresses from the basics of a letter at Junior Cert to dialogue construction, formal letter and emails,

diary entries, notes and opinion pieces. Reading and aural work: The texts are topical and relevant to

everyday life as well as being more complex.

What will I study?

As well as more in depth study of topics already covered such as self, family and home the Leaving

Certificate course also covers areas such as current affairs, youth, health, technology, leisure, literature, art

and many more. Higher Level students have the option to study a novel. The four skills of listening, reading,

writing and speaking will be developed through the study of these areas.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is by: Oral exam - 25% for Higher level 20% for Ordinary level (exam is usually in April of 6

th year) Listening exam - 20% for Higher level, 25% for Ordinary level Written exam - 55% for Higher

and Ordinary levels

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The Sciences

Agricultural Science

This is one of the fastest growing subjects on the curriculum and is the fastest growing science subject, with

the numbers studying it increasing by over 500 a year. The programme of study covers the following topics:

• the rearing of animals • the growing of crops • soil types • genetics • ecology • Animal and plant science.

Assessment and assignments

Practical Work and Projects form an important part of the course and are assessed by the Department of

Education and Skills and account for 25% of the final marks in the Leaving Certificate. Advice

This is a good subject to study with Biology and/or Geography due to the overlap in course content.

Experience of Farming/Gardening is not essential.

Students who apply themselves and are willing to work hard can do extremely well at this subject at

Higher Level.

Agricultural Science is recognised as a laboratory science subject for almost all 3rd level courses

including nursing. Careers note: Green keeping, Horticulture, Food Science, Agricultural Advisers, Sports Turf

Management, Environmental Science, Forestry, Farming, Marine Science, Teaching, Careers in

Renewable Energy.

Note: Agricultural science is considered a lab subject for some courses in Ireland, please consult

qualifax or ask your career guidance teacher.

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Biology

If I want to study Biology for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Be able to learn and understand facts, terms, principles and ideas

A good command of English is useful

Be able to carry out practical work - Lab and fieldwork - safely

Be able to record and interpret information

Be able to understand experimental techniques

Leaving Certificate Biology V’s Junior Certificate Biology

Much more detail

A wider range of topics to cover

Assessment: Same as chemistry

Assignments during course:

Experimentations followed by write –ups

Field ecology

Career Note: Biology can be useful or necessary for careers in the following areas: Agriculture, Agriculture

Research, Ambulance Driver, Beautician, Biochemical, Biologist, Biology Teacher, Catering

Superintendent, Chiropodist, Conservation Worker, Cosmetic Consultant, Dairy Scientist, Dental Hygienist,

Dental Technician, Dentist, Dietician, Doctor, Food Science Technician, Forester, Hairdresser, Health

Inspector, Horticulturist, Laboratory Assistant, Marine Biologist, Medical Laboratory Assistant,

Microbiologist, Nail Technician, Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Oceanographer, Optician, Pharmacist,

Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Radiographer, Speech Therapist, Veterinary Nurse, Veterinary Surgeon,

Zoologist, etc.

Note: Biology is essential for Human Health and Disease in Trinity, Genetics in UCC and medical vet

courses in the UK.

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Chemistry

If I want to study Chemistry for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Have adequate practical skills in order to carry out the mandatory experiments

Be able to work safely in the laboratory

Be able to draw graphs and diagrams

Familiarity with calculator use

Be able to learn and understand facts and terms

Be reasonably good at maths

Leaving Certificate Chemistry V’s Junior Certificate Chemistry:

Much more detailed

Much more practical work and related theory

New topics e.g. Organic Chemistry, Thermo chemistry

Assessment:

Written Exams only - incorporates assessment of practical work which was carried out during the

course


Writing up experiments

Problem solving exercises

Theory to be learned (including definitions)

Career Note: Chemistry can be useful or necessary for careers in the following area: Archaeologist,

Brewing Technology, Chemistry Teacher, Cosmetic Science, Dairy Scientist, Dental Craftsperson, Dental

Hygienist, Dentist, Doctor, Dietician, Engineer, Food Science Technology, Forensic Scientist, Forestry

Inspector, Health Inspector, Industrial Chemist, Laboratory Work, Nurse, Optician, Pharmacist,

Physiotherapist, Pilot, Radiographer, Speech Therapist, etc.

ESSENTIAL

Dentistry UCC

Human Nutrition and Dietetics DIT

Medicine UCC

Pharmacy Trinity and UCC

Veterinary Medicine UCD

UK Colleges Medicine/Vet - -require chemistry and biology.

N.B: Students who wish to take higher level chemistry in the Leaving Certificate would be well

advised to have higher level grades B in both Science and Mathematics at Junior Certificate level.

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Physics

What is Physics? A mathematical and practical explanation of the physical world.

Why choose Physics?

Choose physics if you are interested in how things work in the physical world. Are you the sort of person

who notices things around them and wonders why they happen? Physics suits students who like a tough

challenge to solve and are very persistent.

Difference between JC and LC?

LC Physics covers most of the same topics as JC, but with more depth and more maths. You don’t have to

be doing higher maths to do physics, but a basic mathematical ability is required.

What will I study?

The Sections to be covered:

Light Waves & sound

Heat Mechanics

Electricity

Magnetism

Nuclear Physics / Radioactivity

Particle Physics (higher level only)

Mandatory experiments - 24 in Higher Level - 22 in Ordinary Level

How will I be assessed?

There is one paper in the LC:

Section A = 30%; Mandatory experiments – answer 3 questions from 4

Section B = 70% Answer any 5 long questions from 8

Physics is necessary for courses in: Theoretical Physics in TCD. It fulfils the Laboratory Science subject

requirement for many courses in the broad field of Science. Physics is also useful for careers in:

Architecture, Astronomy, Bio-physicist, Computers, Doctor, Engineer - especially electrical and electronics

at all levels, Geophysicist, Health Inspector, Marine Radio Operator, Medical Laboratory Technician,

Metallurgist, Meteorologist, Naval Services, Nurse, Oceanographer, Optician, Patent Worker, Pharmacist,

Physicist, Laboratory Technician, Pilot, Radiographer, Telecommunications, Apprenticeships, Scientific

research, Heating and Ventilation technicians, Sound Engineer, and pure Maths courses. Many Physics

graduates end up in finance because of their Maths skills.

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Business Group

Accounting

Leaving Certificate Accounting is a continuation of the Book-Keeping Section of the Junior Certificate

Business Course. It would be recommended that anyone considering Accounting would have knowledge

of the Double Entry Book-Keeping system. It does not require exceptional Mathematical skills. However you must be conscientious and thorough since it requires careful and detailed analysis of figures and data. Leaving Certificate Accounting is a very

rewarding subject at both Ordinary and Higher Level and a good grade is very achievable for students who are prepared to work hard. Careers in Accountancy Accountants do well in good times and bad, as their expertise is equally in demand when people have money

to invest or when the business environment is not so favourable and there is a focus on cost controls.

Accountancy provides a valuable foundation for all business functions, and many of the top executives in

Irish Business have an accountancy background. A good accountancy qualification, that is recognised

internationally, can be a passport to working abroad. The following are some of the main sections covered in Leaving Certificate Accounting: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

• Accounting Records • Sole Traders • Company Accounting • Specialised Accounts • Incomplete Records • Cash Flow Statements

• Analysis and Interpretation of

Financial Statements

• Marginal Costing • Product Costing • Budgeting • Cash Budgeting • Flexible Budgeting

Further careers note: Chartered Accountancy, Management Accounting, Management Information

Systems, Credit Analyst, Financial Advisor, Investment Analyst, Accountancy Technician, Business and

Accounting Teacher, Actuary, Auctioneering, Auditing, all business and management careers, Banking,

Insurance, marketing, Purchasing officer, Quantity Surveyor, Taxation Consultant, Insurance, Management

Consultant, Stock Broker, Economist.

High percentage of students in the CBS do a business course in University. These students struggle in a lot

of cases if they have not studied accounting at leaving certificate.

*Essential –HC1 Accounting is essential for bachelor of Commerce-Accounting NUIG

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Business

If I want to study Business for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Have an interest in Business and Enterprise

Be able to analyse and interpret data

Be able to write discursive essays

Leaving Certificate Business V’s Junior Certificate Business:

At Leaving Certificate you will look in more detail at issues like people involved in Business,

Enterprise, Industrial Relations and Marketing. There is no accounting in LC Business.

Students should be prepared for a lot of learning at the course is mainly theory based.

An interest in current affairs is very useful.

A consciousness of the current economic climate and in interest in this area would serve well.

Assessment:

Written Exam

Assignments during course:

Continuous assessment exercises.

Case studies on local, national and international Business.

Career Note: Business is very useful, but not essential, in order to study Business at Third Level. Business

can be useful for careers in the following areas: Accounting, Ad-ministration, Banking, Book-keeping,

Business, Clerical work, Company Secretary, Economics, Hotel Management, Industry, Insurance, Law,

Management, Marketing, Purchasing, Sales, Self-Employment, Taxation, etc.

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Economics

What is Economics? Economics is the study of how people, government and business units operate so that

they utilise the limited resources available to them to maximise their needs and wants.

Why choose Economics? Students who enjoyed Junior Cert Business should consider choosing economics

for leaving certificate as both subjects are linked. Students who enjoy problem solving and have a general

interest in how the economy works would enjoy economics. A strong numerical ability is not essential but

would be an advantage, especially if students wish to continue studying economics at third level. Students

who enjoy current affairs both in Ireland and internationally should also consider economics.

What will I study? Economics is divided into two main sections:

1. Microeconomics considers how individual people decide what goods they are willing to buy or not

buy based on maximising their personal satisfaction and how firms and businesses will try to take

advantage of consumers' habits in order to maximise their profits. It also examines how numerous

business units in a market will price their goods based on the prices of their competitors and current

costs.

2. Macroeconomics looks at how governments handle the economy as a whole, and how they select

policies which meet their desired goals, such as minimising national debt or limiting inflation.

Difference between Higher and Ordinary level

The topics covered are the same for higher level and ordinary level, however a greater deal of knowledge is

expected for higher level, therefore outside reading and keeping up to date with current affairs is required for

higher level.

How will I be assessed? One final written exam.

Section A – answer 6 out of 9 short questions

Section B – answer 4 out of 8 long questions

Economics is useful for such careers as: Banking, Insurance, Finance, entrepreneurship, Government,

General Business, International trade, Teaching , Journalism, Management, Politics, Social Work, Stock

broking, Trade Unions. Economics is studied at third level as part of Business courses or as an Arts subject

and in Engineering, Construction, Management, Journalism and many more courses.

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The Humanities

History

If I want to study History in my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Be able to analyse and interpret facts and opinions and use them to support your own views

Be able to discuss a statement taking into account arguments “for and against”

Be able to learn facts, statistics and legal clauses /acts

Be able to learn how to extract information from primary documents/ maps

Higher level English skills would be required to do well in Higher level History in the leaving

Certificate.

Leaving Certificate History V’s Junior Certificate History:

Junior Certificate looked broadly at History from the Stone Age to the 20th century. Leaving

Certificate will focus on the late 19th and 20th century.

The course will cover both Irish and European History looking at personalities, events and their

influences especially European wars. Motives will be analysed and alternative actions sought.

American, African and Asian history will also be looked at.

More focus will be placed on improving writing skills.

Assessment:

A Project on a special topic will be completed and returned to the Department before students sit

their final exam worth 20%

Final Exam - documents (prescribed case studies) which are on the paper are similar but more

complex to the Documents Section of the Junior Certificate; essay style questions at H.L or

Paragraphs at O.L.


Essay writing

Project for exam

Summary writing

Map work

Career Note: History is useful for careers in the following areas: Archaeology, Barrister, Broad-caster, Civil

Service, English Teacher, Garda, History Teacher, Historian, Journal-ism, Judge, Law, Librarian, Museum

Work, Researcher, Politics, Prison service, Sociology, Tourism, Trade Union Official, University Professor,

Writer, etc.

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Geography

If I want to study Geography for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Be able to develop geographical skills eg reading O>S maps

Be interested in and respect the environment around you

Leaving Certificate Geography V’s Junior Certificate Geography:

Builds on the experience of the student at Junior Certificate, introducing Geographical Investigation

Develops the limited experience of regional Geography at Junior Cycle and allows the student and

teacher to specialise on a number of regions, e.g. learn similar topics but in more detail.

Assessment:

The revised Leaving Certificate syllabus for senior cycle Geography was first examined June 2006:

Ordinary Level: short answer questions and three multi part questions

Higher Level: short answer questions, three multi part question and essay type questions

Both levels will have separate written exam papers –80%

20% for report on Geographical Investigation- go on a field trip to the burren and write up all about

it.


Class work and homework assignments

Fieldwork

Writing up of field work

NB: Geography is presently accepted as a Science subject at Trinity College Dublin for both Science

and Pharmacy.

Career Note: Geography is useful for careers in the following areas: Agriculture, Air Traffic Controller,

Anthropologist, Architecture, Archaeology, Cartographer, Civil Engineering, Construction, Conservation

Work, Courier, Development Work Abroad, Estate Agent, Forestry, Geologist, Geography Teacher, Guide,

Horticulture, International Driver, Market Research, Marine Officer, Meteorology, Mineralogy, Pilot,

Statistics, Surveying, Town and County Planning, etc.

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Practical Subjects

Construction Studies

If I want to study Construction studies for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I need?

Experience of Technical Graphics, Materials Technology (wood), Metal Work and/or Art would be

useful, but not essential

Ability to work safely in a workshop

Ability to take clear instructions

A genuine interest in the Built Environment

Leaving Certificate Construction Studies:

This subject does not have a junior certificate equivalent. Some see it as a follow on from Materials

Technology (Wood).

The subject deals with all aspects of building a home

Covers renewable resources - energy efficient homes, insulation, damp proofing, forces and loads,

etc.

Assessment:

Written theory exam - 50% (3 Hours in June)

Project/Portfolio - 25% (40 Hours Work Carried out in school time)

Practical exam - 25% (4 Hours in May)


Project work throughout two years.

Written Assignments

Career Note: Construction Studies can be useful for careers in the following areas : Architecture,

Auctioneering, Bricklaying, Construction Studies Teacher, Building Management, Carpenter, Civil and

Structural Engineer, Electrician, Environmental Designer, Fire Fighter, Heating and Ventilation Technician,

Insurance, Metal Work Teacher, Painter and Decorator, Plasterer, Quantity Surveyor, Site Clerk, Technical

Sales, Town and County Planning, etc.

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Design and Communications Graphics

If I want to study Design & Communication Graphics for my Leaving Certificate, what aptitudes do I

need?

Problem Solving Skills

Be able to work in a structured and methodical way

Be organised, neat and tidy in my work

Leaving Certificate Design & Communication Graphics V’s Junior Certificate Technical Graphics:

Continuation of work studied at Junior Certificate level.

Building and Engineering Applications.

Inclusion of CAD Solid works

Assessment:

Written Exam - 60%

Solid works project (CAD) - 40%


A lot of focus on producing drawings

Theory work

Visualising in 3D

Problem solving assignments

Advice to Students

It is strongly recommended that students would have studied Technical Graphics at Junior Cert level

If you have not done JC technical graphics speak to the DCG teacher before picking this subject

Career Note: Design & Communication Graphics is very useful, not essential, for Architecture or

Engineering Courses. Design & Communication Graphics is useful for careers in the following areas: All

Engineering and Technical Careers, Aircraft Technician, Architecture, Army, Air Corp, Bricklayer,

Carpenter, Cartographer, Construction Studies, Draughtsman, Fitter, Industrial Designer, Maintenance and

Service Personnel, Mechanic, Plumber, Structural Design, Technical Sales, Toolmaker, Town Planner,

Welder, Teacher etc.

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Art

Brief Summary of Course Content

Art is around us every day from the design of the shoes we are wearing on our feet to the architectural

design of the building we sit in. The Leaving Certificate Art programme brings together Art with Art

History. This curriculum necessitates us to draw on our own visual experiences of life and to concentrate on

the exciting world of art around us. The Course is broken into two main sections, Practical Art Course and

History of Art Course.

Section I: Practical Art Section (62.7% of overall mark) is sat over two days in May.

There are 3 sub-sections to study within this course of which all are examined:

1. Craft- covers crafts such as clay modelling, batik, pottery design, pottery, puppetry, calligraphy,

block printing. This accounts for 25%. This section of the course is examined in 5 hours and students

are allowed to prepare for this exam a week in advance of it taking place. In 5th Year the student

chooses a craft in which they feel confident and enjoy. Drawing skills are developed, and a mature

and personal artistic style is encouraged.

2. Still Life/Imaginative Composition- covers interpretation of descriptive passages in order to

assemble a still life or compose an imaginative composition. This aspect of the course develops

observational drawing skills from a primary/secondary source, and aims to enhance skills in using

various drawing/painting media. This section of the course is examined in 2 ½ hours and students are

allowed to prepare for this exam a week in advance of it taking place. It accounts for 25%.

3. Life Drawing- covers elements and principles such as perspective, proportion, composition and scale

in order to draw the human figure. Students can also opt to draw portraits along with the entire

figure. Observational and drawing skills are developed and the use of various media is encouraged.

This section of the course is examined in 1 hour (one 10 minute drawing, and one 30 minute

drawing) students are allowed to prepare for this exam a week in advance of it taking place. It

accounts for 12.7%.

All sections of the practical exams take place in early May. This puts more than 60% of the Art exam behind

the student in the run up to the other written exams in June. The written exam is on Art History and

Appreciation which is worth 37.5%.

Possible Career Areas for which this Subject is Useful/Essential

Architect, Industrial Design, Web Design, Graphic Artist, Illustrator, Advertising, Cartoonist, Fashion

Designer, Photographer, Make-up Artist, Animator, Special Effects, Stage Design, Ceramicist, Jeweller,

Sculptor, Art teacher, Gallery curator, video games designer, film maker, art critic, etc.

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*New LCVP points system – In effect from September 2016:

Award Points

Distinction 66

Merit 46

Pass 28

*Old points system for LCVP – obsolete after August 2016:

Award Points

Distinction 70

Merit 50

Pass 30

The Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) is an intervention designed to enhance the

vocational dimension of the Leaving Certificate (established). The LCVP combines the academic strengths

of the Leaving Cert with a new and dynamic focus on self-directed learning, innovation and enterprise. This

2 year programme aims to prepare young people for adult life by ensuring that they are educated in the

broadest sense, with an ability to cope and thrive in an environment of rapid change. It is an extra subject

and is studied at the same time as religion class.

Programme Requirements (From 2004 onwards):

At least five Leaving Certificate subjects plus the Link Modules, one of which must be Irish

Two of the above subjects must be selected from one of the designated Vocational Subject

Groupings

Two Link Modules:

1. Preparation for the World of Work

Students will research and investigate local employment opportunities, develop job seeking skills such as

letter writing, CV presentation, interview techniques; gain valuable practical experience of the world of

work; interview and work shadow a person in a career area that interests them.

2. Enterprise Education

Students will be involved in organising visits to local business and community enterprises; meet and

interview enterprising people on site and in the classroom; plan and undertake interesting activities that

LCVP (Links Modules)

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will build self–confidence, creativity, and initiative and develop teamwork, communication and

computer skills.

A recognized course in a Modern European Language other than Irish or English: What is a

recognized Modern European language course for LCVP students? The school has the discretion in

this case – there are various options open to students. They can take a language at Junior Certificate

level or the language teacher can devise a school programme in the language. Students must take the

language class for a minimum of one class period per week or equivalent over the two years of the

programme within school time.

If a student is exempt from Irish for the Leaving Certificate they are automatically exempt for the

LCVP and students should replace Irish with another subject.

In the case of oversubscription, preference for places on the LCVP programme will be given to those

students who currently possess a 3rd language.

NB: Your LCVP grade can be used instead of another subject for point’s purposes

(i.e. If you get 60 points for your Geography exam and a Distinction in LCVP, you can use your 70

points, thus adding an additional 10 points on to your total)

Vocational Subject Groupings (VSGs)

Two subjects are selected from one of the Vocational Subject Groupings. These subjects provide students

with a focus for developing vocational skills and exploring their career options.

1. Construction Studies and DCG

2. Construction Studies and Physics

3. Accounting and Business

4. Physics and Chemistry

5. Chemistry and Biology

6. Biology and Physics

7. Construction Studies and Accounting

8. Construction Studies and Business

9. Art and Accounting

10. Art and Business

11. Music and Business

Assessment of the Link modules:

LCVP students follow the same subject syllabi and are assessed in the same way as their peers in the

Leaving Certificate (established). For the 2 Link Modules, students are assessed through written

examination (worth 40% which takes place in May of Leaving Cert year) and a portfolio of coursework

(worth 60%).

The written exam involves the following elements: assessing an Audio visual presentation, a case study

(which is received in advance), and general questions (to do 4 out of 6).

The portfolio is assembled over 2 years and includes; A CV, Career Investigation, Enterprise/Action Plan,

Summary Report, Work Experience and a Recorded Interview.

* For additional information on LCVP please see:

http://www.ncca.ie/uploadedfiles/JuniorCycleReview/LCVPProgrammeStatement.pdf

http://www.ncca.ie/uploadedfiles/JuniorCycleReview/LCVPProgrammeStatement.pdf

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Breakdown of project-terminal examination elements of Leaving Certificate

Subjects

Oral Project Pr. Exam June exam Total

Accounting - - - 100 100

Ag. Science - 25 - 75 100

Art - - 62.5 37.5 100

Biology - - - 100 100

Business - - - 100 100

Chemistry - - - 100 100

Construction

Studies - 25 25 50 100

Design

Comm.

Graphics

- 40 - 60 100

English - - - 100 100

Economics - - - 100 100

French HL 25 - - 75 100

French OL 20 - - 80 100

Geography - 20 - 80 100

Irish 40 - - 60 100

History - 20 - 80 100

Maths - - - 100 100

Physics - - - 100 100

Spanish OL 20 - - 80 100

Spanish HL 25 - - 75 100

Link

Modules - 60 40 - 100

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Subjects offered to Fifth Years and how marks are allocated to various

components.

Leaving Certificate subject national grade rates analysis*

Subject choice is a tricky business. The Leaving Cert is such a high stakes exam, choosing the right subjects

can be critical for success. Everyone gets involved and students are often bombarded by well-meaning

advice from family and friends. “Don’t choose history. Geography is an easier A.” Or, “Go for home

economics. It overlaps with biology, and sure those two subjects are easy.”

An analysis of grades awarded over the past three years turns much of the received wisdom on its head. Did

you know that history students are more likely to get an A, B or C than geography students? Two of the

most feared subjects at higher level – Irish and maths – offer excellent prospects of getting an honour. Be

wary of well-meaning voices telling you what you should study. Instead, figure out what you enjoy and what

you’re good at. You’ll be more inclined to study if you don’t dread doing a subject, and work is the key to

results. Consult your teachers and your guidance counsellor. If you have no idea what you want to do, make

sure your choice of subjects gives you options at third level. Below is a brief analysis of the grades achieved

on a national basis for the subjects on offer in Roscommon CBS CS.

Accounting

Accounting has the highest honours rate of the three business subjects with 78 per cent of students managing

a C3 or higher in the subject over the past three years. A large proportion of these students were awarded as

last year, 21 per cent of higher-level students achieved an A2 or higher.

Agricultural science

Often seen as a good prospect for those wishing to do a subject in a single year. Students need to work hard,

however, as one third of higher-level students haven’t managed an honour over the past three years. Last

year, the honours rate was 66 per cent. A respectable 10 per cent of students achieved an A2 or higher last

year.

Biology

By far the most popular of the sciences, biology is sometimes seen as an easy option. While the A rate – 17

per cent last year – is relatively high, the subject has a low honours rate of 71 per cent over three years and

22 per cent were awarded a D at higher level last year, while 9 per cent failed.

Business

By far the most popular of the business subjects, with 71 per cent of students managing an honour. Of the

almost 12,000 students who sat the subject at higher level in 2012, 11 per cent achieved an A2 or higher,

while 22 per cent passed the subject but didn’t make the C3 grade.

Design and communication graphics

Of the almost 4,000 higher-level students in this subject, 84 per cent got an honour last year. The three-year

average A,B,C rate is 81 per cent and 14 per cent of students were awarded an A last year.

French

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By far the most popular foreign language, with almost 14,000 students sitting the higher-level exam last

year. Three quarters of those students achieved an A, B or C grade. The three-year honours average is only

marginally below that figure at 74 per cent. Just under 14 per cent achieved an A grade in 2012 with 22 per

cent of students awarded a D. Failure rates were low, with just 3 per cent of students falling short last year.

Geography

A very popular choice (more than 20,000 students took the higher-level paper last year); 76 per cent of

students got an honour over the past three years. Eight per cent of higher-level students were awarded an A

last year. The most awarded grade was C2 – 13 per cent got that while 23 per cent of students passed with a

D grade. The failure rate is very low, at 3 per cent.

History

History is often regarded as one of the more difficult subjects in which to do well at higher level. In fact, 78

per cent of students have been awarded an A, B or C in the past three years and 12 per cent of students

managed to achieve an A2 or higher in 2012. The A1 rate was six per cent.

Spanish

Just over 2,500 students studied Spanish at higher level last year – French and German are much more

popular – but it paid off; 83 per cent of those managed an honour, while the three-year honours rate is 82 per

cent. Last year, 15 per cent of students were awarded an A1. Spanish is increasing in popularity and both the

A and honours rates have remained consistent over the past three years.

Physics

While the honours rate in higher-level physics is relatively low, at 74 per cent, the A rate is enormous.

Almost 20 per cent of higher-level students achieved an A2 or higher in the subject last year. Seven per cent

of students failed last year, while 18 per cent passed the subject but didn’t manage to get an honour.

Chemistry

A quarter of higher-level chemistry student failed to get an honour in the past three years. With almost 7,000

students, chemistry is the second most popular science subjects. Like physics, the A rate is high. 20 per cent

of students in 2012 managed an A with almost 12 per cent of the cohort achieving an A1. The failure rate for

chemistry was 9 per cent last year, while 19 per cent of students got a D.

Economics

With almost 4,000 students sitting the subject at higher level last year, economics is just behind accounting

in the popularity stakes. Since 2010, 73 per cent of higher level students have managed to get an A, B or C

in the subject. Almost 12 per cent of students achieved an A in 2012. The failure rate in economics was six

per cent, while 22 per cent of students were awarded a D.

Art

Students are highly likely to get an honour, but A grades are thin on the ground. Over the past three years 79

per cent of higher level students have been awarded an A, B or C grade. Students are least likely to get an A

in art, however, with just 1 per cent of students achieving an A1, and a further 4 per cent being awarded an

A2 last year. The grade awarded to most students was a C1, with 15 per cent of students making that grade.

There is a revision of the course for those sitting it in 2018 seeing a new project being introduced over six

weeks. All practical work will be assessed by the one examiner which is expected will improve the number

of students achieving an A grad in the subject

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Some Commonly Asked Questions and Answers

Q. How many subjects should I take for my Leaving Certificate?

A. Our school offers you seven subjects along with LCVP. In the CAO system, your highest six grades will

be used to calculate your points for entry purposes to courses offered in all 42 Higher Education Institutions.

If you are taking more than one ordinary level paper e.g. Maths and Irish and want the option of having six

higher level subjects for point’s purposes, you may be considering taking an extra subject. Considering this

option carries some risk. There is no such thing as an easy honour and every subject requires a certain

amount of study on a daily basis. Taking eight Leaving Certificate subjects is a major undertaking. If the

eighth subject is being taken outside of school, you will have to consider the time involved in travelling to

and from such a grind. All this distracts from the time available to work on the seven subjects you are taking

in school.

LCVP is a subject that can help students gain points also and is accepted by all colleges in the CAO system.

60% of the marks available are awarded for a portfolio of work, compiled during the two years of the

programme, with the remainder being awarded for a short written paper, taken in mid-May of your Leaving

Certificate year. Students awarded a distinction in the LCVP, will gain 70 points or the equivalent of a C1

on an Honours Leaving Certificate Paper. This can be a particular bonus to students in vital need of points

that they may need for entry to a particular course later on.

Q. What happens if I do not take Honours Irish?

A. Apart from not being able to take a number of higher degree programmes (e.g. BA Business with Irish at

W.I.T), which have Irish, as a core entry requirement, the main consequence of not taking higher level Irish,

is that you are precluded from studying to be a primary school teacher, in any of the Irish training colleges.

Q. What happens if I do not take Honours Maths?

A. There are wide ranges of level 8-degree programmes from which you will be precluded, if you do not

secure a minimum of a D3 or in many cases a C3, in higher-level maths. These would include many

Engineering, Computer’s, Science, Information and Computer Technology courses, and most degrees that

include maths as a core subject. If you are interested in careers, which derive from such courses, you can

always start with a higher certificate programme (Level 6, 2 year), which will only require a D3 in ordinary

level math’s and provided you secure a grade of at least 60% in your examinations, progress through to

ordinary degree (Level 7) and then on to a higher degree (Level 8) programme, adding only one extra year,

over and above those who secures a place on a higher degree programme, in the first place

And last but not least . . . A pass in ordinary-level maths is required for most College courses. A Grade B in

Foundation Level Maths is sufficient to meet minimum entry requirements for some courses. Upward to

5,000 students each year fall below this level to foundation level Maths and a further 5,000 fail ordinary

level. Whatever you do over the next two years, don't neglect your work in this subject.

Q. What happens if I do not take a language other than Irish and English?

Different colleges and courses have different requirements when it comes to languages. Again, if in doubt

check it out!! Make sure to research your preferred courses and meet the language requirements for them.

As mentioned earlier for entry into any NUI college (National University of Ireland, Galway, University

College Dublin, National University of Ireland, Maynooth, University College Cork, St. Angela’s College

Sligo, Shannon College of Hotel Catering and Management, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, National

College of Art and Design), English, Irish and a third language is necessary. Recent exceptions have been

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made, however, Science, Agriculture, Engineering and courses in nursing no longer require a third language.

Students entering the National College of Art and Design (NCAD) can select Art instead of a third language.

Outside of the NUI colleges, two languages are most often desired. Trinity College (TCD) and University of

Limerick (UL) and Dublin City University (DCU) each accept Irish as a second language and therefore

students can get away with not choosing a third. A third language is also not required for entry into any of

the Institutes of Technology.

You do NOT need a European language as a minimum entry requirement to study at NUI Colleges

if:

You have a hearing problem or are dyslexic.

Applying for Nursing courses

Applying for the majority of Science or Engineering courses

Applying for Agricultural Science courses at UCD.

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Typical subject combinations and associated careers

Some examples of essential and helpful subjects for a range of careers

Getting the ‘mix’ of subject’s right is a combination of all of these things! Whatever you hope to do, a mix

of subjects is usually possible. There is no “best combination” of subjects. It’s all down to the individual and

knowing where your abilities lie. Remember different colleges have different requirements for the same

courses. You should only choose subjects that suit you the best and the following should be seen as a

guideline only.

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Final Summary Guidelines:

1. Keep career options open by choosing a broad range of subjects for Leaving Certificate that interest

you.

2. Choose subjects that you have an aptitude/ability for, enjoy and have an interest in as a way to

maximise your points.

3. Final decisions on Career plans should be delayed as long as possible, what you want to be at 16 may

not be what you want to be at 18!

4. There are certain subjects that are essential for entry into particular courses, colleges and careers e.g.

Biology for Nursing. Therefore ensure that you have the essential subjects for your job/career. The

various third level colleges all give the subjects requirements necessary for entry into their colleges

and courses in their prospectus and on their college website. Also use Qualifax to check

matriculation and course requirements

5. Honours Maths is necessary for most degree courses in Engineering.

6. A European Language is necessary for many degree courses at University.

7. For all Third level courses points are scored on six HIGHEST GRADES OBTAINED in one sitting

of the L.C.

8. When deciding your subject options never pick a subject believing that it is easy or doss.

9. Never pick a subject because, your friends are doing that subject; your future career path may be

totally different to your friends, and do not hesitate to ask for advice.

10. Subject choice should not depend on what teacher is teaching a certain subject at Leaving Certificate

level.

11. Talk to your teachers, past pupils, students in 5th and 6th year currently studying the subjects that

interest you, older brothers and sisters and parents/guardians to help you make a more informed

subject choice.

12. Always get your information through RESEARCH and more RESEARCH.

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Useful Websites

www.cao.ie (points information & links to Irish college websites)

www.qualifax.ie (general careers website-lists all courses) www.ucas.co.uk (links to

British college websites) www.nursingboard.ie (nursing courses)

www.fas.ie (apprenticeship information-to be replaced by Education & Training Boards during 2014)

www.military.ie (military career information) www.garda.ie (careers in An

Garda Siochana) www.scoilnet.ie (educational website) www.skoool.ie

(educational website)

www.teagasc.ie (agricultural courses) www.careerdirections.ie (career

information and test)

www.careersportal.ie (careers website, information on employment trends)

www.examinations.ie. (link to examination papers and marking schemes) www.publicjobs.ie

(recruitment site, aptitude tests)

www.learnabroad.ie (information on studying in the EU & further afield) www.eunicas.ie (European

Universal Central Application Support Service-apply to up to 8 universities- study through English)

www.accesscollege.ie (information on HEAR & DARE routes-see below)

www.chooseit.ie (information on careers in IT)

www.smartfutures.ie (information on careers in the ICT sector)

www.studentfinance.ie (information on grants- SUSI) www.careersnews.ie (daily

careers updates) www.skillsireland.ie (future skills needs)

www.studyclix.ie (learning website- covers all junior & leaving cert subjects)

Booklet compiled by:

Paul Kelly (BA, PGCE, Grad Dip Guidance Counselling, MA Education)

Edited by the teaching staff Roscommon CBS.

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