Out Of School Subjects
Study a Subject Outside School
Want to study a subject that isn’t offered at your school? Our Out Of School Subjects have got you covered.
From September 2025 to May 2026, 5th and 6th 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.
Our Out Of School students receive:
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- Exceptional tuition from Ireland’s leading teachers
- 2 hours of class per week
- Weekly support with homework and projects
- Live class recordings to rewatch at any time throughout the school year until the end of the State Exams in 2025
- The Institute’s renowned exam-focused class notes
- Exam strategies – answer techniques, marking schemes and time management
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For your convenience, our Out of School Subjects are mainly delivered online – there’s no need to travel, and can learn from the comfort of your own home.
Course notes are posted to you in advance so you can log in and take part in the live and fully interactive classes.
Study Independently at The Institute
At the Institute of Education, we offer seven Leaving Certificate subjects for students to study independently outside of their current school.
Out Of School Subjects on offer:
- Applied Maths
- Agricultural Science
- Economics
- Politics & Society
- Music
- Physical Education
- Religion