Leaving Cert Subjects

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Practical Group

These subjects are 'hands-on' and involve working with tools and machinery on physical things like wood, metals and plastic. They may involve designing, planning and building things.

Construction Studies
Engineering
Technology

Science Group

These subjects demonstrate how to explore nature using carefully planned methods, and teach the basic methods and findings of scientific investigation.

Agricultural Science
Applied Maths
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Physics
Physics and Chemistry
Computer Science

Artistic & Creative Group

These subjects involve developing creativity and the appreciation of the work of others. This involves learning the methods and techniques of the subject and producing your own work using these skills.

Art
Drama, Film and Theatre Studies
Music
Design and Comm Graphics

Humanities Group

These subjects explore the ways in which humans live and communicate in the world. Human life is examined by looking at our past, our present and into our future. These subjects help people to express themselves clearly and develop their reasoning ability.

Arabic
Classical Studies
English
French
Irish
German
Hebrew Studies
History
Ukrainian
Italian
Japanese
Latin
Russian
Spanish
Other Languages
Ancient Greek
Mandarin-Chinese
Polish
Lithuanian
Portuguese

Social Group

These subjects explore common issues faced by all people living in society. They develop the skills and knowledge used to manage personal resources and guide human behaviour.

Geography
Climate Action and Sustainable Development
Home Economics
Religious Education
Religious Education (Non Exam)
Physical Education
Politics and Society

Business Group

These subjects teach the skills and knowledge needed to understand how business works.

Accounting
Business
Economics
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Elsa Kelly, Sales & Administration Manager

What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?

Geography & Science

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Amy Brady , Hotel Spa Manager

What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?

In school, I studied Biology and Accounting - two subjects that have surprisingly complemented my career in the spa and wellness industry. Biology gave me a strong foundation in understanding the human body, skin, and overall wellness, which has been essential in both treatment delivery and training. Accounting, on the other hand, helped me develop a practical mindset for managing budgets, stock control, and business operations - all key parts of my role as a Spa Manager.

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Mark Spain , Garda Trainee

What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?

Engineering / Physics / Construction / French.

I'd like to think these gave me a good ability to solve problems as well as helping me to have a good hands on approach to things.

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