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The school year starts in September and ends in June and is based on a trimester system.
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The national holiday is St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th.
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With 88% of Irish people affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church, Christian holidays are respected, with school vacation given for All Saint’s Day, Christmas and Easter.
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At the university levels, students can dress however they like.
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Grades are mainly based on essays and exams. 1st is the best grade, 2-1 is very good, 2-2 is good, 3rd is ok, Pass is poor, and Fail is failing.
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The style or teaching depends on the subject or level of study. Often times for introductory liberal arts classes, the professor will give big lecture classes.
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University language classes are generally smaller tutorials and more interactive.
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Medicine and science majors often have smaller laboratory classes in which they participate.
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