CAO 2020

Welcome to our special 2020 Leaving Cert and CAO hub.

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The plans, say sources, involve using a combination of students’ in-school assessments, Junior Cert exams and rank ordering in class. Photograph: Bryan O’Brien

Leaving Cert to be cancelled: But will 'Plan B' be fair to students?

Most candidates want it – but some may change their mind if they miss out on points

Leaving Cert cancelled: Students who want written exam will have to wait

Leaving Cert cancelled: Students who want written exam will have to wait

Schools to play key role in determining what grades students will receive

Leaving Cert 2020: ‘The finish line has suddenly been moved’

Leaving Cert 2020: ‘The finish line has suddenly been moved’

Minister McHugh’s announcement means that our situation has become that bit more unique, writes Sophie Coffey.

Youth wings of political parties call for ‘no detriment’ policy

Youth wings of political parties call for ‘no detriment’ policy

‘Safety net’ policy supported by thousands of university students via online petitions

‘Suddenly, people cared about how they looked’

‘Suddenly, people cared about how they looked’

An Irish teenager on how social media has led to a greater degree of peer conformity

Leaving Cert students could sit deferred exams and start college in mid-autumn

Leaving Cert students could sit deferred exams and start college in mid-autumn

Contingency plan being explored in case of delay to June exams

Coronavirus: Varadkar ‘hopeful’ schools can return in May or June

Coronavirus: Varadkar ‘hopeful’ schools can return in May or June

Taoiseach says ‘very good chance’ Leaving Cert exams will go ahead

Q&A: Is the cancellation of Junior and Leaving Cert orals fair to students?

Q&A: Is the cancellation of Junior and Leaving Cert orals fair to students?

Ask Brian: Students will not be able to move from ordinary to higher to benefit from changes

Download

Download 2019 CAO Second Round Offers

Download a PDF document of this year's points for Level 8 and Level 6/7 courses

Download: 2019 CAO First Round Offers

Download a PDF document of this year's points for Level 8 and Level 6/7 courses

Download: 2018 CAO First and Second Round Offers

Download a PDF document of this year’s points for level 8 and level 6/7 courses

Download: 2018 Leaving Cert results

Download a PDF document of this year's Leaving Cert results by grade and subject

CAO Round One 2017 offers are available from 6am onwards.

Download: 2017 CAO points for all college offers

Download PDFs of our comprehensive list of level 8 and level 6/7 courses

Thousands of secondary students are expected to attend the 2019 Higher Options expo. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill

Going to Higher Options? Plan ahead!

It’s important for students to prepare before visiting Higher Options in order to make the most of the opportunity

Analysis

Latest data on first preferences shows where demand is up and down this year. Photograph: Cyril Byrne / The Irish Times

Will CAO points for my course go up or down? Here’s our best guess

Latest data on first preferences shows where demand is up and down this year

Everything you need to know about the CAO process in 2019

Results: Tips

Tips for surviving your first year in college

Tips for surviving your first year in college

First year in third level can be a challenge but there are steps you can take to help ease the transition

The Leaving Cert results are out – what happens next?

The Leaving Cert results are out – what happens next?

Not achieving the hoped-for results does not spell disaster – you have options

What to do when you are unhappy with your Leaving Cert grades

What to do when you are unhappy with your Leaving Cert grades

If you feel you should have done better, you can view your script to decide if it’s worth having it rechecked

How do I apply for a place in a UK university?

How do I apply for a place in a UK university?

UCAS: EU students will continue to have access to loans and grants even if their course ends after Brexit

Advice

Is it too late to apply for a postgraduate course in teaching?

Is it too late to apply for a postgraduate course in teaching?

Ask Brian: There are still options available for both primary and post-primary

Will Leaving Cert ‘calculated grades’ be accepted by universities abroad?

Will Leaving Cert ‘calculated grades’ be accepted by universities abroad?

Ask Brian: About 2,000 students have applied for college courses in the UK or Europe

I want to apply for a grant but am not sure I’ll get my course. Can I still apply?

I want to apply for a grant but am not sure I’ll get my course. Can I still apply?

Ask Brian: You do not need your Leaving Cert results or to have accepted a course to submit an application

Will Junior Cycle exam cancellation scupper my son’s plans to do an apprenticeship?

Will Junior Cycle exam cancellation scupper my son’s plans to do an apprenticeship?

Ask Brian: Junior Cycle is minimum entry requirements for many apprenticeships

Leaving Cert students in a stronger position than they may realise

Leaving Cert students in a stronger position than they may realise

Ask Brian: Covid-19 is likely to lead a to drop in CAO points for college courses

How can I motivate my children to study at home?

How can I motivate my children to study at home?

Ask Brian: Try to make learning fun for younger children and help older ones focus

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Universities are working to ensure college life is rich and not just screen-mediated

College advice

The ultimate guide to college life in Ireland

The ultimate guide to college life in Ireland

Just what is student life like in and around our main third-level campuses?

Budgeting for your college experience

Budgeting for your college experience

Manage your spending by creating and sticking to a realistic budget

The college experience – more than just a degree

The college experience – more than just a degree

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’I was nervous entering college. It had to be a new chapter for me’

’I was nervous entering college. It had to be a new chapter for me’

From entering first year to life beyond, four succesful graduates tell their stories of third-level education

2020 Key dates Key dates in the 2020 CAO application process

2019 Results and Offers Everything you need to know about the 2019 Leaving Certificate results, CAO offers, and other post-secondary options

CAO Change of Mind All you need to know about making the right college choice

Advice: Brian Mooney

CAO Countdown

Smart Choices University not the only route: All you need to know about higher education

Student Hub The online resource for third-level students in Ireland

The first days in the new surroundings of college can be daunting for many students

School and college: Making the transition Catherine O’Connor has some tips for those starting at third level

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They gym is often the first port of call for students checking out a college’s sports facilities. Photograph: iStockphoto/Getty Images

College choice What else should you consider when selecting your third level options

2019 Results and Offers Everything you need to know about the 2019 Leaving Certificate results, CAO offers, and other post-secondary options

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