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Why Coleg y Cymoedd?

Coleg y Cymoedd offers a wide range of Full and Part Time courses from Entry to Degree Level together with specialist Apprenticeship and Work Based Learning training. Our facilities are second to none. You will be studying your chosen course in one of our four campuses, each equipped with specialised equipment and training facilities specifically designed to help you prepare for your chosen career. We also provide a range of café’s, restaurants, fitness and wellbeing studios, hair and beauty salons to enhance your college experience.

10,000
Learners study at Coleg y Cymoedd each year
1200
Employers working in partnership with Coleg y Cymoedd
4
Campuses at Aberdare, Nantgarw, Rhondda and Ystrad Mynach
400
Courses available across 22 subject areas
Latest News
Take the Virtual Tour: Creative Industries Higher Education Exhibition
14 June 2022 Take the Virtual Tour: Creative Industries Higher Education Exhibition Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Accounting apprentice shortlisted for back to back awards
9 June 2022 Accounting apprentice shortlisted for back to back awards Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Cymoedd tutor wins national Work Welsh Award
9 June 2022 Cymoedd tutor wins national Work Welsh Award Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Meet the Team: Dominic and Vanessa
9 June 2022 Meet the Team: Dominic and Vanessa Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd learner wins Young Student Pastry Chef of the Year
20 May 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd learner wins Young Student Pastry Chef of the Year Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Dream comes true for Cymoedd Alumnus
20 May 2022 Dream comes true for Cymoedd Alumnus Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd scoops three awards at national food competition
17 May 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd scoops three awards at national food competition Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd joins forces with international partners to support wildlife in Wales and Namibia
11 May 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd joins forces with international partners to support wildlife in Wales and Namibia Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
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What Learners Say
“I’m really happy to have been awarded the Apprentice Endeavour award that recognises and appreciates the hard work I’ve put in. Coleg y Cymoedd and FSG Tool and Die have been incredibly supportive.”
Jamie Jones
Level 2 and VRQ Diploma in Engineering; Apprenticeship with FSG Tool and Die
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“It was absolutely amazing to find out I’d won not just one, but three awards. I’m not the most confident person so getting this recognition has been a huge confidence boost for me. As a photographer, the awards have helped to build my credibility professio...”
Tracey Dobbs
Foundation Degree Photography
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“I’m really excited to be studying Prop Making at the college, the links with Screen Alliance Wales will provide valuable work experience and the opportunity to work with professionals; which will be crucial to boosting my employment opportunities in the crea...”
Jacob Mansell
TV and Film Prop Making
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“There are a number of benefits to studying at Coleg y Cymoedd including the lecturers that are always ready to help you with your work, nothing was ever too much trouble and they are all super friendly. They have also made the course as practical as possible b...”
Matthew Brown
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business
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“I have to thank my tutors for the support and encouragement they have given me. The college has provided fantastic facilities and tuition, which has enabled me to achieve my goals.”
Verity-Ann Lewis
Level 3 Patisserie and Confectionary
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“I chose Coleg y Cymoedd as it was the best college in Wales for me to pursue my football career. I gained my first International Women’s Senior Welsh cap whilst playing and studying. I have signed for Manchester City F.C. and will study at Manchester Metropo...”
Maria Francis Jones
Level 3 in Sport
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“Thank you Coleg y Cymoedd for the amount of opportunities offered at the college. Through my course I realised my dream career goal. I achieved Triple Distinction* and will be studying at the prestigious Italia Conti, London.”
Sarah Clode
Level 3 Performing Arts
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“I had always enjoyed doing painting and decorating projects such as renovating my children’s bedrooms or helping friends put up new wallpaper. Seeing the finished work would make me feel really proud and I knew that it was something that I wanted to pursue f...”
Carrie Seymour
Painting & Decorating
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“I really enjoyed my time at the college, the course was the perfect qualification - it’s given me the skills, knowledge and confidence to work in the industry. It is such a friendly environment and the facilities are excellent. I am so excited to start worki...”
Ellie Wilkins
Level 3 Beauty Therapy
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“I am so thankful to Coleg y Cymoedd for introducing me to Future Elite Sports, as well as for my tutors Phil Thomas, Daniel Thomas and the football coaching staff for helping me achieve this goal of mine. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today with reg...”
Owain Jones
Level 3 in Sport
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Public Facilities
Restaurants
The College has four training restaurants that are run jointly by staff and learners and open to the public to use.
Restaurants
Fitness & Wellbeing
Fitness suites are available to use by students, staff and members of the public.
Fitness Gyms
Day Nurseries
Coleg y Cymoedd has day nurseries at Nantgarw and Ystrad Mynach.
Nurseries
Salons
Our beauty salons offer an extensive range of Hairdressing, Beauty and Complimentary Therapies.
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Aberdare

Wellington Street
Aberdare
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF44 8EN

01685 887500
Nantgarw

Heol y Coleg
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QY

01443 662800
Rhondda

Llwynypia
Tonypandy
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF40 2TQ

01443 663202
Ystrad Mynach

Twyn Road
Ystrad Mynach
Hengoed
CF82 7XR

01443 816888
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