The Irish Universities Association welcomes the long-awaited announcement on Leaving Cert reform and the publication of the NCCA Report. We look forward to engaging with the Department and other stakeholders as regards the implementation of the proposed changes.
Noting the core principle of ‘students at the centre’ of the reform plan, we urge the Minister and government to bring forward the timing of the final exams and results in the Leaving Cert so as to allow students sufficient time to make choices about further study or other career options. In that regard, it is imperative that the timing of this year’s Leaving Cert results is confirmed to enable students and their families adequate time to arrange for student accommodation and other arrangements.
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