How is LCA English and Communication assessed?

Three components: credits for attendance and Key Assignments for each module (4 credits total for this course’s module completion path), an oral examination (4 credits), and a two-hour written examination (8 credits). The written paper includes an audio-visual section and sections linked to the four modules.

What are the four modules?

In order: Personal and social communication; Communication and the digital world; Communication in media; Express yourself. They are completed sequentially across the four LCA sessions.

Is this the same as Established Leaving Certificate English?

No. LCA English and Communication is a distinct mandatory LCA course with its own module descriptor, Key Assignments, oral examination and written paper. Established LC English has a different specification and assessment model.

How many credits can English and Communication contribute?

Module/Key Assignment completion for final-examination courses is credited on the one-credit-per-module model (4 credits for four modules). Final examinations contribute 12 credits for English and Communication (oral 4 + written 8), as set out in the LCA Programme Statement.

How does LCA overall grading work?

Students accumulate up to 200 credits from modules, seven Student Tasks and final examinations. Pass is 120–139 credits, Merit 140–169, Distinction 170–200. Below 120 credits may lead to a Record of Experience rather than the full award.

Are these official State Examinations Commission questions?

No. These are original OpenExamPrep single-best-answer concept questions. You still need to complete authentic Key Assignments, practise oral skills and use official SEC past papers where available for the written and oral examinations.

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Key Facts: LCA English and Communication Exam

4 modules

English and Communication has four sequential modules completed over two years

NCCA LCA English and Communications module descriptor (Revised 2021)

4 + 4 + 8

Assessment credits: Key Assignments 4, oral examination 4, written examination 8

NCCA LCA English and Communications module descriptor

2 hours

Written examination duration is two hours

NCCA LCA English and Communications module descriptor

25% AV

Audio-visual section is 25% of the written paper; each module section is 18.75%

NCCA LCA English and Communications module descriptor

12 final credits

English and Communication final examinations total 12 credits within the LCA programme

LCA Programme Statement (curriculumonline.ie)

200 credits

Maximum LCA credits overall; Pass 120–139, Merit 140–169, Distinction 170–200

LCA Programme Statement / Citizens Information

€116

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Citizens Information / Department of Education State Examinations 2026

Mandatory

English and Communication is a mandatory final-examination course in LCA

NCCA / Citizens Information LCA overview

LCA English and Communication is a mandatory LCA final-exam course with four sequential modules on personal communication, the digital world, media and creative expression. Official assessment is Key Assignments (4 credits), oral (4 credits) and a 2-hour written paper (8 credits) including audio-visual work. This bank provides free original concept MCQs for revision.

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1How many sequential modules make up Leaving Certificate Applied English and Communication?

A.Two modules

B.Three modules

C.Four modules

D.Six modules

Explanation: The NCCA descriptor sets four sequential modules: Personal and social communication, Communication and the digital world, Communication in media, and Express yourself.

2What is the first module students complete in LCA English and Communication?

A.Express yourself

B.Communication in media

C.Personal and social communication

D.Communication and the digital world

Explanation: Modules are sequential. Module 1 is Personal and social communication (typically September to January of Year 1).

3How are credits for the English and Communication final examinations typically allocated between oral and written components?

A.Oral 8 credits and written 4 credits

B.Oral 4 credits and written 8 credits

C.Oral 6 credits and written 6 credits

D.Oral only for 12 credits with no written paper

Explanation: The module descriptor assigns 4 credits to the oral examination and 8 credits to the written examination (12 final-exam credits in total for the course).

4How long is the written examination in LCA English and Communication?

A.1 hour

B.1 hour 30 minutes

C.2 hours

D.3 hours

Explanation: The NCCA English and Communications descriptor states that the written examination is two hours long.

5Within the written paper, what weighting is given to the audio-visual section?

A.10%

B.18.75%

C.25%

D.50%

Explanation: The audio-visual section is weighted at 25% of the written examination; each of the four module-linked sections is 18.75%.

6How many credits are available for Key Assignments linked to English and Communication module completion (as stated in the course assessment outline)?

A.2 credits

B.4 credits

C.8 credits

D.12 credits

Explanation: Assessment includes credits for attendance and completion of Key Assignments for each module, stated as 4 credits for this component of the course.

7Which body assesses the LCA English and Communication oral and written final examinations?

A.Only the school principal with no external role

B.State Examinations Commission (SEC)

C.European Commission education unit

D.Local Education and Training Board only, with no SEC role

Explanation: Final oral and written examinations are assessed under the State Examinations Commission, with curriculum specifications from the NCCA.

8What overall LCA credit band is required for a Distinction award?

A.100–119 credits

B.120–139 credits

C.140–169 credits

D.170–200 credits

Explanation: LCA Distinction is awarded for 170–200 credits (about 85–100%). Pass is 120–139 and Merit is 140–169.

9In Module 1 Unit 1 (Identity), which everyday writing tasks are highlighted as appropriate for audience and purpose?

A.Only scientific lab reports

B.Letters, blogs, interviews and applications

C.Only multiple-choice test items

D.Only computer programming code

Explanation: Learning outcomes ask students to create written and oral texts for everyday contexts such as letters, blogs, interviews and applications.

10What is a main purpose of exploring the theme of identity in Module 1?

A.To memorise only historical dates

B.To respond to written, oral and digital texts that deal with identity

C.To avoid all personal reflection

D.To replace reading with silent copying only

Explanation: Students explore identity in response to written, oral and digital texts, building comprehension and personal expression.

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