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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
Celebrate Career Development Month with us and get to know some of the people that make Coleg y Cymoedd so great!
28 November 2023 Celebrate Career Development Month with us and get to know some of the people that make Coleg y Cymoedd so great! Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
UN Ambassador, Sacha Dench, headlines launch of Coleg y Cymoedd’s and Conservation without Borders’ Conference of Possibilities
28 November 2023 UN Ambassador, Sacha Dench, headlines launch of Coleg y Cymoedd’s and Conservation without Borders’ Conference of Possibilities Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd one of the first in Wales to be awarded Quality Standard for their support towards Young Carers
24 November 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd one of the first in Wales to be awarded Quality Standard for their support towards Young Carers Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd awarded £3.4m by Westminster for new maths scheme
13 November 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd awarded £3.4m by Westminster for new maths scheme Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Pathway to success: Coleg y Cymoedd selected for exclusive programme offered by Oxford University
13 November 2023 Pathway to success: Coleg y Cymoedd selected for exclusive programme offered by Oxford University Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
They won! Coleg y Cymoedd’s Giant Rhino Mascot Leads African Football Tournament to BBC Green Sport Award
29 September 2023 They won! Coleg y Cymoedd’s Giant Rhino Mascot Leads African Football Tournament to BBC Green Sport Award Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
Coleg y Cymoedd and University of South Wales unveil Wales’ first railway engineering degree apprenticeship
27 September 2023 Coleg y Cymoedd and University of South Wales unveil Wales’ first railway engineering degree apprenticeship Read more about the topic this article is pertaining to.
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.
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What Learners Say
“My results were such a relief and is a real testament to the work I’ve put in over the last couple of years. I really can’t thank Coleg y Cymoedd enough for their support. They’ve really gone the extra mile to make sure I got the results I needed, from o...”
Callum Haggett
A Levels
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“Completing qualifications while being a young carer hasn’t been easy. I’ve had to work extra hard to ensure I met the deadlines and completed work to a good standard while taking care of my younger sister and family friend. The college has been incredibly ...”
Brittany Whitcombe
Level 3 for Children’s Care
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“I’d definitely recommend Coleg y Cymoedd. It’s a great place for creative minds. It’s a friendly environment and you meet so many new people. I am now studying Law at the University of Bristol.”
Rio Griffiths
A-Levels
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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 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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“The encouragement you get from your tutors is incredible, I always felt that if I needed help, my tutors were always there to give me advice and support. There is also a sense of freedom at college and you feel more responsible for your own work. You get back ...”
Megan Evans
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business
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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 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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“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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“The college is recognised nationally as a fantastic establishment for developing successful athletes, and individuals. The college provided me the opportunity to develop friendships to who I am still friends with 7 years on.”
Aled Evans
BTEC 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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