Ag Science

Name: The Dublin Academy of Education
Address: Stillorgan Plaza, Lower Kilmacud Rd, Co. Dublin, Blackrock, A94 H0X7, IE
Telephone: +353 1 442 4442

6th Year

Weekly Grind

On-Site

The Dublin Academy of Education will provide students with everything they need to maximise their marks in the practical and written aspects of this course, from detailed and comprehensive study notes to dedicated field trips.

Teacher:

Megan Mulvihill

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Maximise your potential by taking an Extra Subject with The Academy! Proven to help students achieve top marks, our expert-led sessions give students the best chance at state exam success.

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Exam Technique

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H1 Study Notes

Why take Ag Science as an extra subject:

It is recognised as a Laboratory Science subject for almost all 3rd Level courses, including Nursing

There is excellent overlap for students already studying Biology and/or Geography

Continuous assessment of the practical elements of the course accounts for 25% of the overall mark

Meet your Ag Science Teacher

Megan Mulvihill

Megan is a highly qualified teacher of Agricultural Science and Home Economics, having obtained first class honours in both her degree and her postgraduate Professional Masters in Education. She achieved an Academic Excellence award in Science while in college, and she aims to encourage her students to strive for similar levels of excellence through her passion and in-depth knowledge of her subjects. She understands how students learn best, and in her classes she fosters an engaging, thought-provoking environment.

Megan instils confidence in her students by providing a clear understanding of exam content and exam paper structure. Her scientific knowledge and her implementation of up-to-date methodologies thoroughly prepare her students for the Leaving Certificate exams, and she specialises in providing support for each student to allow them to achieve their best possible result.

Taking an extra subject with The Academy

The Dublin Academy of Education provides the opportunity for Leaving Cert students to do classes as an extra subject outside of school. These subjects can be taught in 1 academic year so are suitable for 6th Year students looking to sit an additional subject in the Leaving Cert.

The foundation of our extra subjects is ‘exam focus’. Our teachers strip away the unnecessary sections of each subject and focus solely on the core, examinable material, the aim of which is increasing students’ exam performance.

All students who attend these courses receive comprehensive, exam-focused notes, as well as past State Examination questions and solutions. Our teachers identify probable exam questions and also show students how to master the marking scheme, which instils confidence.

Our extra subjects also include a special one-on-one service to all students, for a period of time before or after every class. This is a specialised, individual service, which we encourage all our students to take advantage of.

More Information on our Ag Science Extra Subject:

Practical Portfolios will be worked on within class time and as part of the course, students will undertake laboratory experiments.

Students will sit a mock exam paper in February.

Course Content

The following topics are covered:

Animal Diseases
Animal Physiology
Animal Production (Cattle, Sheep, Pigs)
Classification of Organisms
Crop Production
Fertilisers, Pollution & the Environment
Genetics
Grassland
Plant Physiology
Soil Science

Where can you attend these grinds?

Our live, interactive weekly grinds are available in two formats, both designed to offer you full engagement and access to top-quality instruction

On-site: Join us in person at our Blackrock location for classroom-based weekly grinds.

Online via Live-stream: Attend our weekly grinds online, from anywhere in Ireland, with fully interactive live-streamed classes.

Whichever option you choose, you’ll be able to ask questions and interact with our teachers throughout each 75-minute session. All classes come with our renowned Dublin Academy study notes. If you attend via live-stream, we’ll post the notes to your home at no extra charge. As a Weekly Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

Our Leaving Cert weekly grinds focus on what's essential for the exams. Our teachers cut through the unnecessary material to concentrate solely on the core content, helping you maximize your exam performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the schedule for weekly grinds?

Start Date:
Classes commence week beginning Monday 1st September 2025.

Please note, classes will NOT be held on the following dates:

Mid-Term Breaks:
Monday 27th October- classes resume Monday 3rd November 2025
Monday 16th February – classes resume Monday 23rd February 2026

Christmas Holidays:
Monday 8th December 2025 – classes resume on Monday 5th January 2026

Easter Holidays:
Monday 30th March - Sunday 12th April 2026

Final Classes:
Saturday 16th May 2026

Please note weekly grinds take place as normal on bank holidays

Can students ask questions in weekly grinds?

Yes. Regardless of whether students are attending weekly grinds on-site or online via live-stream they will be free to ask our teachers questions.

How long are the weekly grinds?

Leaving Cert weekly grinds are 75 minutes in duration. Junior Cert weekly grinds are 60 minutes in duration.

Can I get recordings of the weekly grinds?

As a Weekly Grinds student, you will have full access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

Can I change my choice of subject for my weekly grind during the year?

Yes, however, please note that an administration charge of €25 will apply if a student decides to change their choice of subject during the year.

How do I access my live-streamed weekly grinds and recordings?

You will access your live-streamed weekly grinds and recrodings via our online learning management system, DASH (Dublin Academy School Hub). We will send you login details for this platform in advance of your grind.

If I opt for live-streamed grinds, how do I get my study notes?

Your study notes will be posted to your house free of charge in advance of your live-streamed grinds commencing. Please note, study notes will take up to 3 working days to arrive from the time of booking.

Can I try out the weekly grinds for free before signing up?

Yes, all students can attend a free trial of our weekly grinds to ensure they are happy with the service.

Do Weekly Grinds take place on bank holiday Mondays?

Yes, weekly grinds take place as scheduled on bank holidays and public holidays throughout the year.

Hear from our Ag Science Students

“Don really helped me get my head around some of the tougher topics on the exam. I thought he was really relatable and had a great way of teaching the subject.”

Attended Don's Accounting Grinds

“I was getting <40% in Maths class tests in 5th Year & started Maths grinds in 6th Year. I just got my results back and I got a H1, I couldn't be happier and I owe a lot of it to Rob. He's an amazing teacher and I'd recommend him to anyone!”

Attended Robert's Maths Grinds