Junior Cycle Science Curriculum
The Junior Certificate Science curriculum is designed to develop students’ scientific knowledge, practical skills, and critical thinking abilities. It provides a strong foundation in the core areas of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth & Space while encouraging curiosity and a hands-on approach to learning.
Key Areas of Study:
· Biology – Exploring living organisms, ecosystems, the human body, and genetics.
· Chemistry – Investigating materials, chemical reactions, acids and bases, and the properties of matter.
· Physics – Understanding forces, energy, electricity, speed and density
· Earth & Space – Studying the structure of the Earth, the moon, weather and climate, the solar system, and the universe.
Practical & Investigative Skills:
Students engage in experiments and scientific investigations to develop skills in observation, measurement, data analysis, and problem-solving. Practical work is an essential part of the curriculum, reinforcing theoretical concepts through hands-on experience.
Assessment:
The Junior Certificate Science examination consists of:
· A written exam covering all areas of the curriculum.
· Classroom-Based Assessments (CBAs), where students conduct scientific investigations and research.
This course encourages students to think critically, work collaboratively, and develop an appreciation for the role of science in everyday life. It also provides an excellent foundation for further studies in Senior Cycle Science subjects
Teachers
Lisa Donlon
Rachel Halpin
Helena Kennedy
Annette Lambe
Bairbre Ní Mhaille
Lisa Tannian
SciFest, 2018
Pictured above are a group of students from 1st - 6th Year who attended this year's SciFest competition in GMIT, Galway.
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Chanelle Science Scholarships Awards 2017
Pictured above at the Chanelle Science Scholarship Awards presentation dinner held in the Meadow Court Hotel are scholarship award winners from St Brigid’s College Loughrea: L to R: Declan Donohue (Runner up, winner of a scholarship for €1500), Michael Burke MD Chanelle Group, Emily Egan (Winner of €4.5k scholarship award), Annette Lambe (Science teacher at St Brigid’s College) and Sean Connolly (Principal, St Brigid’s College)
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Chanelle Science Scholarships Awards 2016
Alan Keane from St. Brigid's College, Loughrea. Winner of the Chanelle Science Scholarship, 2016.
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Richard Bruton TD., Minister for Education, visits our School Laboratory on Friday 22 September, 2017
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Chanelle Science Scholarships Awards 2016
Chanelle Science Scholarships Award 2016: L to R Michael Burke MD Chanelle Group, Annette Lambe (Science Teacher), Katlyn Egan (Winner), Arlene Hardiman (Runner up), AP McCoy (Special Guest), Sean Connolly(Principal)
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Some Third Year Students completing their Coursework B projects in our state of the art laboratory!
