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Leaving Cert
The Leaving Certificate programme offers students a wide variety of subject choices and pathways to support their interests, strengths, and future ambitions. Students are encouraged to achieve their full potential through high-quality teaching, strong supports, and opportunities in areas such as STEM, Enterprise, the Arts, and Sport.
Our focus is on academic success, personal growth, and preparation for further education, training, and employment.
Our Leaving Cert Subjects
Business
Business helps students understand how companies operate and how decisions are made in the real world.
What you will learn:
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Enterprise and entrepreneurship
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Marketing, finance and HR
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Role of government and economy
Why choose it?
Develops real-world skills, confidence and problem-solving useful in any career.
Accounting
Accounting focuses on managing money and understanding financial information.
What you will learn:
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Financial statements
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Budgeting and analysis
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Problem-solving with numbers
Why choose it?
Highly valued for careers in business, finance and management.
Economics
Economics explores how decisions affect people, businesses and society.
What you will learn:
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Supply and demand
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Inflation and employment
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Global trade
Why choose it?
Helps students understand current affairs and global issues.
Biology
Biology studies living things and how they function.
What you will learn:
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Cells and genetics
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Human body systems
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Ecology and environment
Why choose it?
Essential for health and science-related careers.
Chemistry
Chemistry explains how substances react and interact.
What you will learn:
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Chemical reactions
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Acids and bases
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Laboratory experiments
Why choose it?
Develops analytical and practical skills.
Physics
Physics explains how the world works through energy and forces.
What you will learn:-
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Motion and energy-
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Electricity-
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Modern physics
Why choose it?
Great for students interested in engineering and technology.
French
French develops communication and cultural awareness.
What you will learn:
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Speaking and listening
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Reading and writing
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Culture and travel
Why choose it?
Opens opportunities for travel and careers.
German
German is a key European language linked to business and science.
What you will learn:
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Communication skills
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Reading and writing
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Cultural understanding
Why choose it?
Highly valued for international careers.
Religious Education
RE explores beliefs, ethics and values.
What you will learn:
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World religions
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Ethical issues
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Critical thinking
Why choose it?
Builds empathy and understanding.
Home Economics
Home Economics teaches essential life skills.
What you will learn:
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Nutrition and health
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Cooking skills
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Consumer awareness
Why choose it?
Highly practical and relevant to everyday life.
Art
Art develops creativity and visual expression.
What you will learn:
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Drawing and painting
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Design skills
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Art history
Why choose it?
Ideal for creative students.
DCG
DCG combines creativity with technical design.
What you will learn:
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Technical drawing
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3D design
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CAD software
Why choose it?
Useful for architecture and engineering careers.
PE
PE explores sport, fitness and performance.
What you will learn:
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Body systems
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Training methods
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Health and wellbeing
Why choose it?
Combines practical and theory-based learning.
History
History examines past events and their impact.
What you will learn:
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Key historical events
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Research skills
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Essay writing
Why choose it?
Develops strong analytical skills.
Geography
Geography explores the world and environment.
What you will learn:
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Climate and environment
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Population and development
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Global issues
Why choose it?
Very relevant to modern global challenges.
Climate Action
Focuses on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
What you will learn:
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Climate change
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Sustainability
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Action projects
Why choose it?
Empowers students to make a difference.
Music
Music develops performance and creativity.
What you will learn:
Performance
Composition
Listening skills
Why choose it?
Creative and enjoyable subject.
LCVP
LCVP prepares students for the world of work.
What you will learn:
Work experience
CV skills
Enterprise projects
Why choose it?
Builds confidence and employability.