Economics

Weekly Grind

6th Year

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In order to get a good grade in Economics, both your micro and macro knowledge must be strong. The exam does not allow candidates to ignore aspects of one or the other. Our Economics grinds make sure you are confident in both aspects of the Leaving Cert Economics exam. As a Weekly Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings back to September 9th, meaning you will never miss a class.
Teacher:
Barry Drumm
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How will these Economics Grinds help you:

Improve Your Grades: Our Grinds are specifically designed to improve performance in the State Exams. Students who attend our Grinds see an improvement of 23 CAO points on average. 

Exam Focus: We will cover the key points in every topic on the course curriculum with a specific focus on the material most likely to appear on the exam.

Exam Technique: We will show you the standard of question that you will be expected to answer in the exam and how to ensure you get all of the marks on offer.

Access Class Recordings: As a Weekly Grinds student, you will have full access to the archive of class recordings back to September 9th, meaning you will never miss a class.

H1 Study Notes: You will work from specially designed, exam–focused notes and sample questions, with fully worked solutions which will be an invaluable study resource.

Meet your Economics Teacher

Barry Drumm

Barry is a dedicated Business and Economics teacher with over 10 years of educational experience. He obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree from UCD and completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Education at DCU. His experience teaching both in Ireland and abroad has given him an in-depth understanding of his subjects and he provides valuable insights into the curriculum which helps to deepen students’ understanding of the course content.

Barry is passionate about his students reaching their full potential. His teaching style is very interactive and he believes in building strong relationships with students in order to help direct them towards exam success. He loves teaching Business and Economics because of its real world applications and the way in which he can engage students by linking concepts to contemporary global issues.

Weekly Grinds Fees

When Paid in Full:

Subject Price Total Savings
1st Subject €599 €599 -
2nd Subject €420 €1,019 €179
3rd Subject €300 €1,319 €478
4th Subject €300 €1,619 €777
5th Subject €300 €1,919 €1,076
6th Subject €300 €2,219 €1,375

When Paid by Instalment Plan:

Instalment
Amount
Due Date
1st payment
€229.62
2025-02-07
2nd payment
€199.67
2025-03-07
3rd payment
€199.67
2025-04-07
*The above table is for one subject, you can also book multiple subjects via instalments
**Paying in instalments will increase overall price

More Information on our Economics Grinds

Over the course of the academic year, we will cover all aspects of the Leaving Cert Economics course in these weekly grinds. We focus on the questions more commonly seen in the Leaving Cert. There is also a focus on the more challenging questions that can prove to be difficult for students. You will be given a microeconomics book and a macroeconomics book. These books will break down the Leaving Cert Economics marking scheme. Our books also include up to date information on current economic trends. There is no extra charge for these books.

 

As time management can be a big challenge in Economics, we will demonstrate how to cover questions to an H1 standard by using keywords outlined in the Leaving Cert Economics marking scheme. This enables you to write exactly what examiners are looking for within the allocated time.

 

You will also be given a booklet covering the short questions from the previous ten years. As a lot of these questions reappear these are covered in great detail in class.

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 Stillorgan 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 9th September 2024.

 

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

 

Mid-Term Breaks:
Monday 28th October- classes resume Monday 4th November 2024
Monday 17th February – classes resume Monday 24th February 2025

Christmas Holidays:
Monday 9th December 2024 – classes resume on Monday 6th January 2025

Easter Holidays:
Monday 14th April - Sunday 27th April

Final Classes:
Saturday 24th May 2025


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 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 back to September 9th, 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 logins 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.

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