Levels and Syllabi
Leaving Certificate mathematics may be taken at foundation, ordinary (sometimes called "pass"), or higher (sometimes called "honours") level, with each level following a separate syllabus. The current syllabi for ordinary- and higher-level mathematics were introduced in September 1992 and were first examined in June 1994.
Foundation-level mathematics was introduced to the curriculum in September 1995 and first examined in June 1997. Intended for students who would otherwise struggle at ordinary level, the foundation-level course fulfills matriculation requirements at most third-level institutions. However, it does not carry any CAO points and generally does not qualify candidates for third-level courses that have mathematics prerequisites. Government ministers have urged greater acceptance of foundation-level mathematics at third level.
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