Blended Learning programme
Bruce College is a school of academic excellence for 5th, 6th years and Repeat Leaving Cert. students.
We have a proven track record for over 25 years.
We cater for students who want to achieve their academic potential.
Now we are also offering an alternative full time Blended Learning programme to students by providing a combination of online teaching and classroom based learning.
Bruce College consists of a fifth year, sixth year and repeat Leaving Cert. programme. Students can join our school in any of these years. A broad subject choice is provided. In each academic year regular assessment and house exams along with regular parental contact are an essential part of what we offer.
What is it?
The Blended Learning Programme is available to students who want to do a full time Leaving Certification course. It is not an option to those who just want to do one subject outside of their own school.
All classes in the College given by our teachers will be recorded.
Who is Blended Learning For?
Blended learning is a full time programme for students that live further away from the school.
They can now avail of less crowded peak time traffic and reduced travel times. It offers flexibility to students for example who have sporting commitments. They can now have more control over their schedules.
How does it work?
Your schedule does not always fit the school schedule well now it can. You can’t make the first class in the morning? No problem come in later and you can access the class online while in supervised study or access it at home.
You need to skip last class of the day so you can make a sports commitment, you can catch up with the class later as it will be available to you online.
Some parts of the course work, depending on the subjects must be completed in house as required by the department in terms of project work and practical assignments. In certain subjects that cannot be done virtually, in this case the student is obliged to be in school under teacher supervision.
As part of the programme the school will also offer online recorded tutorials in specific subjects as part of the support.
All notes are available electronically and automatically synchronised. No more organisational Problems.
What does it include?
- All Tuition
- Supervised study facilities
- Access to Christmas & Easter Revision Courses (up to 5 subjects)
- HPAT preparation
- House Exams ( including Mock Exams)
- One Day Revision Courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to sit my exams in Bruce?
All exams are sat in house.
Can I take just one subject?
No, students do not have the option of taking just one subject
Will I need any special equipment to enable me to do the online classes?
Students will require an adequate electronic device and headphones to access online class in study.
Do I have access to Christmas & Easter Revision Courses?
Students can avail of up to 5 subjects on our Revision Courses.
Can I attend Supervised Study?
Supervised study is available to all students attending Bruce College.
Will I need school books?
Hard copies of school books are limited and the majority of the material for class is available online. Select the Blended Course you want, 5th year, 6th year or Repeat.
School Calendar
Subjects
- Irish
- English
- French
- German
- Italian (Dependant on Uptake)
- Spanish
- Geography
- History
- Economics
- Business
- Maths
- Applied Maths
- Accounting
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Ag. Science
- Const. Studies
- Social & Scientific
- Art
- Music
- Religion
- Design Communication Graphics
Science
Maths, Applied Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.
Art, Music
Business
Accounting, Business Studies, Economics
Irish, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, History, Geography
Practical
Construction Studies, Design Communication Graphics
Home Economics
Book Lists
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