Students have to select seven subjects for the two year Leaving Certificate programme from a choice of 20 subjects. Irish, English and Maths are compulsory and students must choose four option subjects, one of which is a modern language.
Core subjects:
- Irish (except for exemption)
English
Maths
Religion
Career Guidance
Optional (pick four):
- History
- Art
- Music
- Home Economics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Agricultural Science
- Agricultural Science
- Applied Maths
- Business Studies
- Accounting
- Link Modules
- Economics
- French
- German
- Geography
- Religious Studies
- Physical Education
LCVP
The Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) is a Senior Cycle Programme of the Department of Education and Skills, designed to give a strong vocational dimension to the Leaving Certificate (established). The programme combines the virtues of academic study with a new and dynamic focus on self-directed learning, enterprise, work and the community.