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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.

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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
<strong>A trip to North Wales for the A-level Crew</strong>
24 November 2022 A trip to North Wales for the A-level Crew Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
<strong>A chat with Merched y Wawr Merthyr</strong>
24 November 2022 A chat with Merched y Wawr Merthyr Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
<strong>Coleg y Cymoedd coach heads to Qatar for the World Cup with the BBC</strong>
21 November 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd coach heads to Qatar for the World Cup with the BBC Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
<strong>Coleg y Cymoedd learners compete in climate change debate</strong>
10 November 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd learners compete in climate change debate Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd engineering apprentice lands full time spot with British Airways
14 October 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd engineering apprentice lands full time spot with British Airways Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd recognised for support of young athletes with national accreditation
5 October 2022 Coleg y Cymoedd recognised for support of young athletes with national accreditation Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
New opportunities to learn Welsh
26 September 2022 New opportunities to learn Welsh Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Cymoedd learner awarded ‘The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales’ Award
15 September 2022 Cymoedd learner awarded ‘The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales’ Award Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
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What Learners Say
“The staff are approachable and easy to talk to and made the college a great environment to be in. Having such a practical element in the course also aided me in getting coaching jobs as I had already had a lot of hands-on experience coaching at college.”
Caitlin Morris
BTEC Level 3 in Sport
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“I would recommend Coleg y Cymoedd as the course I studied gave me experience in a lot of areas in the music industry and access to excellent facilities. I achieved a Distinction in my course and I’m going on to study a Music Production course at University o...”
Benjamin Phillips
Rock School Level 3 Music Practitioners
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“It has been difficult studying through Covid, especially during the lockdowns, but when I received my conditional offer from Swansea University, it showed me that I could make the grades and gave me the motivation I needed. I have to thank the tutors who have ...”
Leah Morgan
A-Levels in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics
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“Coleg Y Cymoedd supported and encouraged welsh speaking students and this was a huge benefit for me. Studying at the college provided me with practical experience and life skills, which meant I had more confidence and I was more ambitious when I left for New Y...”
Emily Poole
BTEC Level 3 in Sport
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“I would recommend Coleg y Cymoedd and the course to others as it is filled with lots of opportunities and plenty of support. The course has helped me achieve my ambitions by giving me the knowledge I need for the future and allowing me to gain UCAS points and ...”
Ellie Jones
Level 3 for Children’s Care
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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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“I would definitely recommend Coleg y Cymoedd and the courses on offer, it is a nationally-recognised college with excellent facilities. It has good access, knowledgeable and experienced tutors as well as helpful learning resources which are free for all learne...”
Connor Paskell
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
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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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“I never really enjoyed a school environment and wanted some more independence with my studies. I was really impressed at Coleg y Cymoedd’s Open Day and how friendly the tutors were, so I decided to study there for my A Levels.”
Emma Blackburn
A Levels
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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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