Senior Cycle

The Senior Cycle in Rosemont prepares for the Leaving Certificate examinations. Included in the curriculum are Core and Choice subjects which are examined throughout the programme and at the end of 6th year through the Senior Cycle Examinations.

There are many positive aspects to completing the senior cycle in Rosemont including;

  • Opportunities for students to mature, develop personally and strengthen relationships with each other and with their highly motivated teachers
  • High quality, motivated teachers with a proven track record in delivering results
  • Model class sizes to facilitate best practise in teaching, class discussions, peer learning, pair and group work.
  • Career guidance
  • A continuation of supports available from junior cycle such as learning support, pastoral care and coaching
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Links to the local and broader community

Core Subjects

All students study:

Maths

English

Irish

unless an exemption is held

PE

RE

Non-Exam subject

The students then choose to study four additional subjects from a full broad range of options. Students choose their subjects based on consultation with career guidance and test scores. It is recommended that at least one European language is selected.

Accounting

Applied Maths

Business Studies

History

Geography

Politics & Society

Art

Music

Home Economics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Spanish

French