Leaving Cert results day
Just under 60,000 students received their Leaving Cert results this morning.
This year marks the second time a new grading system was used, following it's introduction in 2017.
Here's how the new system works:
The numbers 1-8 are then converted into points.
The Common Points Scale or CPS will then determine entry into third level institutions via the CAO.
This is how those points are calculated:
Bonus
Certain students who took Honours Maths will receive extra points this year.
Those who get a H6 or higher are granted an extra 25 points, although their overall grade will not change.
Calculator
Working out your total points is a little confusing, especially when you're dealing with all those extra emotions.
Thankfully, Careers Portal has created a handy calculator to do the work for you!
You can access it here.
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Remember, if you didn't get the results you wanted it's not the end of the world.
You have lots of options and routes into the course you want.
Read an article on exam stress and anxiety via Spun Out here.
Photos via: Career Portal
