In Hewitt College, we study the Later Modern Course (1815 to 1993). This is a wide course, offering many options. Dr. Eleanor Solon, Leaving Certificate textbook author, specialises in the following topics:
Section One, document-based questions on three case studies;
Section Two, Irish History (1870-1914 and 1912-1949);
and Section Three, European History (1870-1914).
The research topic project(allocated 20% of the overall marks) is fully completed in 5th year.
Complementary Subjects: English, Politics and Society (available September 2019), Religion.
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HOME ECONOMICS | SOCIAL & SCIENTIFIC | Leaving Cert Higher | Full Time | Grinds | Courses In Hewitt College, Home Economics is a popular option for both our male and female students. The course is divided into two sections; the project, (20%) and the written examination in June. The project is completed in 5th Year which allows our students to focus solely on the written examination in 6th year. It is a broad and practical course which has a wide range of topics, including home studies, resource management, consumer studies and social studies thus catering for many students. The elective chosen in Hewitt College is Sociology. Note : the elective will not be examined in 2021. While this subject can be studied in one year, the submission date of early November for the journal is by far the earliest of all the practical projects. Our 5th year students in Hewitt College will have the majority of the project completed in 5th year, which takes great pressure off. Complementary subjects: Biology, Business, Construction (Home Design elective). -
HPAT 2024 The admissions test selected by the Irish Medical Schools is called HPAT-Ireland (Health Professions Admission Test-Ireland). This test is independently administered by ACER (Australian Council for Educational Research). ACER has an excellent international reputation and a track record in the development, management and research of selection tests for undergraduate medical and health related programmes. The HPAT-Ireland test measures a candidate’s logical reasoning and problem solving skills as well as non-verbal reasoning and the ability to understand the thoughts, behavior and/or intentions of people. It is designed to complement academic achievement, by providing assessment of skills in the areas of reasoning understanding and working with people. It does not test academic knowledge and candidates do not require special understanding of any academic discipline.
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Irish | Leaving Cert Higher & Ordinary Level | Junior Cert Higher | Full Time | Grinds | Courses Irish is a compulsory subject at Leaving Certificate Level. Here at Hewitt College, students have regular one-to-one oral classes with members of the Irish department so that they can maximise their potential in the Oral Examination, worth a massive 40%. As well as course work classes, they also have weekly aural classes. Our 6th year teacher, Ms Elaine Hammond, is an experienced State Examination corrector and Oral Examination Examiner. Written work is regularly assigned, corrected and returned.
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LCVP /LINK MODULE | Leaving Cert The Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) is a two -year programme. Students study two link modules: Preparation for the World of Work and Enterprise Education. LCVP students must submit a portfolio of six items (e.g. Curriculum Vitae, Work Experience Diary). This portfolio is worth 60% of the overall marks. Students also undertake a 2.5-hour written examination (worth 40%), usually held in May. Students must take note of the particular subject groupings which are required to participate in LCVP. These are published annually by the Department of Education and Science and also take at least five other subjects for the Leaving Certificate. Before undertaking LCVP, it is advisable to check that you meet these requirements. It is not possible to take LCVP as an extra subject.
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MATHS | Leaving Cert Higher | Junior Cert Higher | Full Time | Grinds | Courses With the introduction of 25 bonus CAO points for a score greater than 40% in higher maths, the number of students choosing to continue maths at higher level has increased significantly. At Hewitt College, very few students drop back to ordinary level, success rates are high, and most importantly, our students have a firm grasp of mathematical concepts. This is vital to their education and future career prospects, as many of our students will pursue STEM college courses. As there is no restriction on subject choices at Hewitt College, students that are interested in Science and STEM subjects may choose all or any of the following: Agricultural Science, Applied Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. Complementary subjects: Applied Maths, Physics, DCG.
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MATHS | Leaving Cert Ordinary Level | Junior Cert Ordinary Level | Full Time | Grinds | Courses With the introduction of 25 bonus CAO points for a score greater than 40% in higher maths, the number of students choosing to continue maths at higher level has increased significantly. At Hewitt College, very few students drop back to ordinary level, success rates are high, and most importantly, our students have a firm grasp of mathematical concepts. This is vital to their education and future career prospects, as many of our students will pursue STEM college courses. As there is no restriction on subject choices at Hewitt College, students that are interested in Science and STEM subjects may choose all or any of the following: Agricultural Science, Applied Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. Complementary subjects: Applied Maths, Physics, DCG.
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MUSIC | Leaving Cert Higher | Full Time | Grinds | Courses This is a popular option, particularly for students who sing and|or play one or more instruments to a high level. Most students opt for 50% evaluation for Performance, however, the combined option of Music technology (25%) and Performance (25%) is also available to our students in Hewitt College. In June, students sit two papers, a Listening Paper (25%), a 90-minute long test on four set works, Irish music and general listening skills and a Composition Paper (25%), a 90-minute long test on Melody writing and harmony. Hewitt College has a beautifully toned Yamaha piano for practice and practicals.
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PHYSICS | Leaving Cert Higher | Full Time| Courses Physics is the most mathematical of the Science options, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving using formulas. Students are also expected to learn precise definitions and experiments. Physics aims to enhance a student’s ability to observe, to think logically and understand scientific method. Students will need to be able to visualise the problems before they can apply the mathematical reasoning required to solve the problem. The questions are not asked in the straightforward manner of Biology or Agricultural Science. The marking scheme in Physics in precise and textbook definitions are required. Answers for Physics are short and concise and students tend not to run out of time in the examination. As there is no restriction on subject choices at Hewitt College, students that are interested in Science and STEM subjects may choose all or any of the following: Agricultural Science, Applied Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics.
