6th Year Lesson Plans
All subjects available for this grade level.
Aligned to NCCA Curriculum Specifications
21 subjects · 112 units · 532 topics
Ages 17-18
Accounting
This 6th Year (Senior Cycle) Accounting curriculum prepares students for the Leaving Certificate examination. It develops advanced skills in financial and management accounting, focusing on the preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements for various organisational types.
Biology
A comprehensive exploration of life from microscopic structures to complex ecosystems. Students investigate the mechanisms of inheritance, the diversity of life through evolution, and the intricate systems that maintain human health.
Business
This Leaving Certificate Business curriculum equips Year 6 students with a comprehensive understanding of the business environment, enterprise, and economic principles. Students will critically analyze real-world business scenarios, management strategies, and the impact of the macroeconomic environment on Irish and global markets.
Advanced Chemical Principles and Molecular Dynamics
A comprehensive exploration of the microscopic world designed for Year 6 students preparing for higher level chemistry. This course bridges the gap between conceptual understanding and mathematical application across atomic theory, thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics.
Computer Science
This curriculum introduces 6th Class pupils to the fundamentals of computer science, computational thinking, and digital citizenship. Aligned with the Primary Curriculum Framework and the Digital Learning Framework, it empowers students to become active creators of technology rather than passive consumers.
Design and Communication Graphics
Design and Communication Graphics (DCG) for 6th Year students focuses on developing advanced visualization, problem-solving, and graphical communication skills. Students engage with complex geometric principles, parametric CAD modeling, and a comprehensive design assignment in preparation for the Leaving Certificate examination.
Economics
This Leaving Certificate Economics curriculum for 6th Year students explores the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics within an Irish and global context. Students will critically analyse economic policies, market behaviours, and sustainable development to prepare for their final examinations and future civic engagement.
Engineering
This curriculum explores the historical and social impact of engineering, tailored for 6th Class students in Ireland. Through the lens of SESE History, Geography, and Science, students will investigate how engineering innovations have shaped Irish society, infrastructure, and the environment over time.
English and Communication
The Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) English and Communication course focuses on developing students' literacy, oracy, and media skills for adult and working life. It emphasizes practical communication, critical reflection, and the ability to interact effectively in various social and vocational contexts.
English
This course prepares students for the transition to post primary education by deepening their engagement with complex texts and diverse writing styles. Students refine their ability to analyze authorial intent while developing a sophisticated personal voice across digital and print media.
Global Perspectives and Local Landscapes
A comprehensive exploration of the physical and human processes that shape our world. Students develop advanced cartographic skills while investigating global inequalities, environmental sustainability, and the interconnectedness of Irish and global communities.
History
This course explores the evolution of Irish society and its global connections from the 19th century to the modern era. Students investigate the impact of revolution, industrialization, and social change through evidence based inquiry and multiple perspectives.
Information and Communications Technology
This Information Technology course for the Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) equips students with practical digital skills essential for the modern workplace and daily life. Students will develop core competencies in word processing, data management, digital communication, and multimedia design.
Applied Mathematics
This curriculum aligns with the Leaving Certificate Applied Mathematics specification for 6th Year students in Ireland. It focuses on developing students' problem-solving and analytical skills through mathematical modelling, kinematics, dynamics, and network analysis.
Mathematical Applications
The Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) Mathematical Applications course focuses on the practical application of mathematics in everyday life, working life, and civic affairs. It aims to develop students' mathematical literacy, problem-solving skills, and confidence in using mathematics in real-world contexts.
Physics and Chemistry
This combined Physics and Chemistry curriculum for 6th Class explores the fundamental properties of materials and the physical forces that shape our world. Students will engage in hands-on scientific inquiry to develop their understanding of energy, matter, and environmental care in alignment with the SESE Science curriculum.
Physics
A comprehensive introduction to the fundamental laws governing the universe, from the mechanics of motion to the nature of light and energy. Students engage in hands-on inquiry to understand how physical principles drive modern engineering and technology.
Politics and Society
Politics and Society for Leaving Certificate Year 6 aims to develop the learner's capacity to engage in reflective and active citizenship. Students explore concepts of power, human rights, and globalisation through a sociological and political lens, preparing them to participate meaningfully in a democratic society.
Science
This Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) Science course provides students with practical, hands-on experiences that relate scientific concepts to everyday life, health, and the environment. It focuses on developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and investigative skills essential for active citizenship and future employment.
Social Education
Social Education in the Leaving Certificate Applied programme prepares students for active, participatory citizenship. It explores contemporary social issues, human rights, and the transition to adult and working life in Ireland and the wider world.
Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE)
The 6th Class Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) curriculum fosters the personal development, health, and well-being of the child. It empowers students to make informed decisions, build healthy relationships, and develop a strong sense of citizenship within their local and global communities.