Points over-estimated for science - survey finds

Secondary students wrongly believe they need to attain more Leaving Certificate points to study Physics or Computer Studies at…

Secondary students wrongly believe they need to attain more Leaving Certificate points to study Physics or Computer Studies at third level, than for other courses, according to a new survey. The survey commissioned by the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Awareness Programme, found people over-estimate the levels of points required for science degree courses. The points requirements for many are actually lower than those for arts in nearly all major third level institutions.