Out Of School Subjects – 5th Year
Study a Subject Outside School – Your Way
Want to study a subject that isn’t offered at your school? Our Out Of School Subjects have got you covered.
From September 2026 to May 2027, 5th Year students can choose to study independently by attending fully interactive online classes.
Students will develop their subject knowledge and sharpen key skills to perform with confidence in their exams.
All independent subjects are supported by our exam-focused class notes and access to live recordings of each class, invaluable resources for revision.
With over 50 years of experience, trust The Institute of Education to help you succeed.
- Start Date
- 07/09/26
- Duration
- 29 Weeks
- Delivery Mode
- In Person / Online
Select Your Subject
Online Study
For your convenience, our Out of School Subjects are delivered through weekly online, live and fully interactive classes – there’s no need to travel and students can learn from the comfort of their own homes.
Course notes are posted in advance. Occasional onsite workshops are scheduled on weekends throughout the year, in consultation with the attending students.
Students Receive:
Ireland's best teachers
Week by week progression
Exam technique, mastered
Study from the comfort of home
Recorded classes available all year
Legendary exam notes
I liked how interactive it was and how comprehensively all the material was covered. I thought the teacher was excellent.
Ava
Current 5th Year Weekly Grinds Student
I didn't think online grinds at The Institute would work for me. I was wrong. The class is live, you can ask questions and chat to your teacher, and if you miss something you go back to the recording. I did Chemistry online all year and got a H2!
Niamh
Leaving Certificate 2025 Student
I play county football and I was convinced grinds would tip me over the edge. They didn't. One hour a week, focused, with notes and a recording afterwards. Such a great support!
Nicole
Current 6th Year Weekly Grinds Student
Out Of School Subjects on offer
Applied Maths
Agricultural Science
Economics
Music
Politics & Society
Physical Education
Religious Education
Here’s what you’ll get when you study with us.
- Expert tuition from Ireland’s leading teachers
- Weekly support with homework, projects, and any questions you have along the way
- Class recordings available to rewatch whenever you need
- Exam-focused notes, designed to ease understanding
- Master exam strategies and get familiar with marking schemes
Study Independently at The Institute
Completing a subject outside of the students’ regular school is a significant commitment. These courses are also referred to as “Extra” or “External” subjects.
At The Institute of Education these courses are specifically designed for students who choose to study an extra or external subject in addition to the subjects they are studying in their regular school. These courses start preparing students for their Leaving Certificate Examination from the very first class. 5th and 6th Year students are taught in the same class, apart from Applied Maths and Politics & Society, which have separate 5th & 6th Year classes. While some of the content may be specific to students completing the Leaving Certificate in 2027, in our experience teaching both 5th and 6th Year students together is a significant benefit to the 5th Year students as it sets expectations of both the students and their teacher from day 1. The teacher will clearly set out 6th Year specific content, and the 5th Year students benefit form completing the course twice, in advance of their Leaving Certificate in June 2028.