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Science Department

The excellent teamwork and dedication of the science teachers and of our laboratory technician in Blackrock College ensure a high standard of teaching and the smooth running of an extensive practical work programme. Leaving Certificate science results have always been outstanding in the College, with our students achieving grades far above the national average.

The Science Department has eight laboratories equipped with data projectors, interactive white boards and web access connections. The use of this equipment enhances the presentation of the different courses.

The Department actively encourages student involvement in various extra-curricular activities. These activities include:-

  • Access Science Event in UCD
  • Biology, Chemistry and Physics Olympiads
  • Science Club
  • SciFest Projects
  • Young Scientist Projects
  • Attendance at external lectures
  • Group visits to places of scientific interest
  • Inter-school science based competitions
  • Visiting Speakers

The Science Department covers five subject areas:

Agricultural Science, Biology, Chemistry, Home Economics and Physics

Please check out some of our Science videos on Youtube

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    May 22 @ 12:00 pm
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    May 24 @ 12:00 am
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    May 28 @ 10:30 am
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    June 1 @ 12:00 am
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