As maths is considered the most time-consuming subject, a bonus point system was introduced: if you pass higher-level maths, you get a bonus 25 points. However, for this to apply, maths must be one of your top six subjects and you must pass it.
Guide
Everything you need to study Leaving Cert Maths
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Maths is one of the most time-consuming subjects for students but don't worry, we're here to help. This guide will show you everything Studyclix has to offer for Leaving Cert Maths so let's dive in!
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What's involved?
The exam (higher and ordinary)
Maths is made up of two papers:
Paper 1
Paper 1 is 2.5 hours long and has two sections:
- Section A (concepts and skills) is worth 150 marks with 6 questions and you must answer 5.
- Section B (contexts and applications) is worth 150 marks with 4 questions and you must answer 3.
Paper 2
Paper 2 is 2.5 hours long and has two sections:
- Section A (concepts and skills) is worth 150 marks with 6 questions and you must answer 5.
- Section B (contexts and applications) is worth 150 marks with 4 questions and you must answer 3.
Paper 1 is 2.5 hours long and has two sections:
- Section A (concepts and skills) is worth 150 marks with 6 questions and you must answer 5.
- Section B (contexts and applications) is worth 150 marks with 4 questions and you must answer 3.
Future careers
This subject is a requirement for entry into a number of third-level courses. Maths is used throughout everyday life and is an important part of various careers such as business, finance, engineering, science, accounting, statistics and medicine.
Practice past exam questions
One of the most effective ways to study maths is to practice, practice, practice. The more questions you can do, the better. We have broken each subject into topics to make it easier for you to do this.
Top tip
If you are finding particular questions tricky why not add them to your collections? This will make practicing them a lot easier.
Maths Boost
If you're looking to get that extra push in the right direction, Maths Boost might just be the thing for you! Maths Boost is a study and revision resource that breaks down the entire syllabus into 5-minute, easy-to-follow videos.
Boost has endless benefits. It's quick and easy to follow, beats procrastination, and contains only examinable material. You can use Boost to prepare for class, catch up on missed material, and revise.
Find out what students who have been using Boost think about it here.
Read our H1 guide
Sometimes, the best advice you can get is from someone who has been in your shoes. In our H1 maths guide, Cliona and Michael share their tips on what they did to get a H1.
Use maths solution videos
Stuck on a question and have no idea where to start? We have math solution videos for every state and mock exam questions through the years and you can find them under every exam question. You can learn more about them here.
Construction and theorem videos
We also have even more solution videos to help you get that bump in your grades that you need. We have created videos breaking down the constructions and theorems you will be tested on. You can find the full list here.
Listen to the Studyclix Podcast
In a special episode of the Studyclix Podcast, Nessa and Eimear chatted to Studyclix's maths experts Ethan and Luke about why they like maths and what you can do to improve.
Read our blog posts
Not sure how the extra 25 points for higher-level maths works? Check out our blog on it here.
Ask the community
Did you know Studyclix has a community page for each subject and topic? If are ever stuck on a question or need support, who better to help than people in the exact same situation as you?
Have ideas on more maths resources you would like to see? Get in touch by emailing info@studyclix.ie 