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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
Career search lands Tonypandy’s Josh with dream job at Google
22 September 2023 Career search lands Tonypandy’s Josh with dream job at Google Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Cymoedd learners awarded ‘The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales’ Award
15 September 2023 Cymoedd learners awarded ‘The Worshipful Livery Company of Wales’ Award Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd plumbing apprentice is named best young plumber in UK and third best in Europe at international Awards ceremony
12 September 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd plumbing apprentice is named best young plumber in UK and third best in Europe at international Awards ceremony Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd Commences Year-Long Celebration for 10th Anniversary
1 September 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd Commences Year-Long Celebration for 10th Anniversary Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd sees best exam results ever with record breaking Oxbridge places
8 August 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd sees best exam results ever with record breaking Oxbridge places Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd Vocational Access students achieve historic first Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
7 August 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd Vocational Access students achieve historic first Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Treorchy’s Jessica lands premium apprenticeship with BBC straight out of studies at Coleg y Cymoedd
7 August 2023 Treorchy’s Jessica lands premium apprenticeship with BBC straight out of studies at Coleg y Cymoedd Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Cultural heritage and language diversity celebrated at Coleg y Cymoedd’s ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) end of year event
19 July 2023 Cultural heritage and language diversity celebrated at Coleg y Cymoedd’s ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) end of year event Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
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What Learners Say
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Career search lands Tonypandy’s Josh with dream job at Google
Level 2 and VRQ Diploma in Engineering; Apprenticeship with FSG Tool and Die
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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...”
Career search lands Tonypandy’s Josh with dream job at Google
Level 3 Beauty Therapy
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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’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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“Ciara balanced college studies with a part-time job at McDonald’s. She said: “Trying to juggle shifts with college work was quite hard but worth it and my tutors were all really supportive. I’ve always wanted to do something with dentistry, but didn’t ...”
Ciara Bibey
A-Levels in Biology, Psychology, Chemistry and Welsh Baccalaureate
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“It’s been wonderful to return to the place where I developed my love for patisserie in the first place, to give a masterclass to the learners. Without the support and opportunities I received at the college, I wouldn’t be where I am now. I want to thank th...”
Michael Coggan
Level 3 Professional Cookery
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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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“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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“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 loved photography for as long as I can remember and knew I wanted to make a career out of photography; opening my own studio has always been the ultimate dream. I’m so thankful to everyone who has helped make this possible including my tutors at Coleg...”
Euan Balman
Level 3 Creative Media Technology
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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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