Girls: Easier ways to gain points than higher-level maths

The ability to gain college entry points in other subjects without the same time and effort is a big factor in girls avoiding higher-level Leaving Certificate maths, writes Niall Murray, Education Correspondent.

The finding comes from a survey of 2,400 girls aged 14 to 17 on issues affecting their subject and career choices, and particularly their interest or otherwise in science and related areas.

The organisers of IWish events, aimed at generating more interest among female students in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), also asked attendees about reasons for opting out of higher-level maths.