DCU TY Programme
Taking part in a weekly university programme and experiencing new learning opportunities.
NAAS CBS · 2026—2027My Transition
My Transition
Year Portfolio.
A year of new experiences, projects, challenges and opportunities. This is where I'm documenting what I do, what I learn and how I grow.
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22TY subjects
3personal goals
6required sections
NOVEMBER 2026 · PORTFOLIO ASSESSMENT
Projects, Grades & Goals.
My Transition Year projects, confirmed assessments, goals and achievements in one place. Project results still awaiting marking are clearly identified.
ETHAN COLLINSSTUDENT4ECLASS16 NOV 2026ASSESSMENT BEGINS
Coursework projects
Teacher results pendingThese projects are recorded as completed or submitted. None currently has a confirmed project grade. The two graded tests are shown separately below.
| Project | Subject | Teacher | Grade / result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C investigation | Science | Ms Walsh | Awaiting grade |
| Mini Company Report to Date | Enterprise | Ms Byrne | Awaiting grade |
| Apex Traders - Stock Market Portfolio | Enterprise | Ms Byrne | Awaiting grade |
| UN Global Goals presentation | Global Citizenship | Ms Mas | Awaiting grade |
| Zero Hunger social media article | Global Citizenship | Ms Mas | Awaiting grade |
| Python Week 4 Exercises / Advanced Tasks | Coding | Mr Manning | Awaiting grade |
| Podcast planning and script | English | Mr Fitzgibbon | Awaiting grade |
View confirmed graded assessments (tests)
| Assessment | Subject | Teacher | Reported result |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH 1: Algebra Skills Higher Level | Maths | Ms Joyce | 90% (68/75) |
| Reading Music Notes Test | Music | Not confirmed | 94% (30/32) |
Both physical test papers are available. Whether tests count toward the requirement for four graded projects needs teacher confirmation.
Three goals for my Transition Year
01
Develop my business skills.
02
Explore careers in finance, business and technology.
03
Improve my confidence and independence.
Four achievements and activities
Science Vitamin C Investigation
Completing an investigation into the effect of temperature on vitamin C in orange juice, including results, graphs and a conclusion.
Global Citizenship Projects
Creating a UN Global Goals presentation and a Zero Hunger article about the impact of social media.
Apex Traders - Stock Market Game
Taking part in a simulated investment competition and learning about research, trading decisions and portfolio performance.
Assessment note: The school requires at least four graded projects. I have listed completed/submitted projects accurately, but I am still awaiting their marked results. This page will be updated when grades arrive.
Gaisce · 10% of the November assessment: My Dermot Earley Youth Leadership Programme workbook and session progress are shown on the Gaisce page. Module 1 sign-off is expected next week; verified award hours remain pending.
FEATURED EXPERIENCES
Highlights from my TY.
A selection of completed, ongoing and upcoming experiences.
Completed
Killary Adventure Trip
Three days of outdoor experiences in Galway.
View experience ↗OngoingDCU Programme
An ongoing Thursday programme exploring learning beyond school.
View experience ↗OngoingApex Traders
Learning about finance and investment through the Stock Market Game.
View experience ↗UpcomingTanzania
A planned two-week charity and conservation experience.
View experience ↗THE PORTFOLIO
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Browse my projects, ambitions, experiences and schoolwork.
EXPLORE
About Me
My interests and what I want to get out of Transition Year.
Explore ↗EXPLOREMy TY Goals
Three goals I am working towards this year.
Explore ↗EXPLOREGaisce
Football, cooking and baking, and leadership.
Explore ↗EXPLORETrips & Activities
Experiences, photographs and reflections.
Explore ↗EXPLORECV & Cover Letter
My CV and preparations for future opportunities.
Explore ↗EXPLORESubjects
All 22 TY subjects and classroom projects.
Explore ↗MY YEAR
TY journey so far.
Confirmed dates are shown where available. Other activities are labelled by status.
Completed Date TBC
Killary Adventure Trip
Three-day trip to Killary Adventure Company in Galway.
Ongoing Thursdays until 10 Dec 2026
DCU Programme
Weekly sessions throughout the TY programme.
Ongoing 28 Sep – 4 Dec 2026
Stock Market Game
Apex Traders learn about markets and investment decisions.
Planning Date TBC
That Side Hustle Podcast
Planning a podcast about teenage entrepreneurship and social media.
Upcoming Date TBC
Cork Esports Competition
Team-based esports trip connected to Media Studies.
Upcoming Date TBC
Tanzania & Skiing
Two future trips to document when they take place.