Coughlan to introduce Leaving Cert bonus points in 2012

Education Minister Mary Coughlan confirmed today that bonus points for higher-level Leaving Cert maths will be introduced in 2012.

Bonus points for better grades in Leaving Certificate maths could be introduced in two years, Tánaiste and minister for Education Mary Coughlan revealed today.

Amid renewed calls for radical reform of the way the subject is taught, the Education Minister said universities supported the move to secure better grades across the board and improve uptake at the higher level.