Extra LC Subjects

Is there a Leaving Certificate subject you’d like to study that isn’t offered at your school? Ashfield College’s Extra Leaving Cert Subjects, also known as Out-of-School Subjects, give you the opportunity to broaden your subject choices and work towards your academic goals.

Our structured courses are designed for students who need to study an additional subject outside their school timetable. With experienced teachers guiding you through the syllabus over the academic year, you’ll have the opportunity to build your subject knowledge, develop your exam skills and prepare for the Leaving Certificate.

Whether you’re exploring a new interest or looking to keep more options open for your future studies, an extra subject could be a valuable addition to your Leaving Cert programme.

Subjects Available

Arabic
Agricultural Science
Business
Classical Studies

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Course Details

Overview

Studying an Extra Subject/ ‘Out of School Subject’ allows students, external to Ashfield College, to reap all the benefits of the Ashfield College’s educational experience in a subject that complements their existing Leaving Certificate studies.

It allows students to maximise their potential CAO points yield at the end of the year. Our Extra Leaving Cert Subjects programmes cover the entire syllabus in just one year and are suitable for both 5th and 6th year students looking to boost their performance in the Leaving Certificate exams. We also assist and support students in relevant project preparation.

Extra subjects are scheduled at times that optimise a balance between classroom time, study time and project work for students.

Subjects in this category are:

Agricultural Science
Arabic
Business
Classical Studies

The entire syllabus is completed in one year. These classes are scheduled after the usual school day, (typically from 5 p.m. onwards), thereby allowing students to join us from their own school. Classes are held two evenings a week

What is the difference between Grinds and Extra Leaving Cert Subjects?

Parents and students should note the essential difference between taking Grinds in Ashfield College versus taking an Extra Leaving Cert Subject in Ashfield College.

Our Grinds programme is designed to complement work already being done by the student’s own teacher in their own school; it presupposes that a student already has a teacher in another school. As such, grinds can be considered as a ‘top up’.

Extra Subject/ ‘Out of School Subjects’ are for students who do not have a teacher teaching them the subject in their own school. As such, our teachers cover the entire syllabus with the student in the one year.

Extra Leaving Cert Subjects 2026-2027

All Extra Subjects/ ‘Out of School’ Subjects classes will commence week beginning 7th September 2026.

Classical Studies – Times: Two evenings per week for 90 minutes (3 hours per week) over the course of the academic year. Teacher: Pat Fahy
Business – Times: Two hours a week, one evening a week; Teacher: Philip Curry
Arabic – Times: Two evenings per week as per timetable; Teacher: Dr. Ali Selim
Agricultural Science – Times: Two evenings per week as per timetable: Teacher: Niamh Condon
Applied Maths –

Timetable 2026-2027

Arabic	5th & 6th Year Mondays 17.10 – 19.10 Thursdays 18.10 – 19.10
Business	5th Year Wednesdays 17.00 – 19.00
Classics	5th & 6th Year Tuesdays 17.10 – 19.10 Thursdays 17.10 – 18.10
Agricultural Science	5th & 6th Year Monday & Wednesday 17.30 – 19.00

Fees 2026-2027

The tuition fee is €1,550.

A small discount applies when more than one Leaving Cert Extra Subject programme is booked in an academic year.

If you have any questions, call a member of our Registration Team at 01 490-4050.

Number of Subjects	Upfront Payment
Price per Subject	Business: €1,100 All other subjects: €1,550

To book call 01 490 4050

Take the Next Step with Ashfield College

Choosing an extra Leaving Certificate subject is an important decision. It’s worth considering your interests, future study plans and the subjects that will best support your goals.

At Ashfield College, our Extra Leaving Cert Subject programmes provide a structured learning experience alongside your regular school studies. With classes scheduled outside the usual school day, students can work towards completing an additional subject while continuing with their existing Leaving Certificate programme.

If you’re considering an extra subject for the 2026–2027 academic year, our Admissions Team can help you find out more about the available options, class arrangements and fees.

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