COLEG CAMBRIA has unveiled a raft of higher education courses in partnership with leading universities

A North East Wales college – which has sites in Wrexham, Llysfasi, Deeside and Northop – is set to unveil a new website, student guide and collaborative qualifications that will take their degree provision to the next level.

The college is attracting learners from across the region and beyond to study subjects including Sports Coaching, Criminal Justice, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Construction, Animal Management, Business, Computing, Engineering, Creative Media and more.

Burgeoning relations with HE institutions including Bangor, Wrexham Glyndwr, Swansea, Aberystwyth and Liverpool John Moores, in addition to programmes run alongside the national awarding body Pearson, have also strengthened Cambria’s standing in North Wales and the North West, as has significant investment across the region, notably the £21m Hafod building at Yale in Wrexham.

Emma Hurst, Dean of HE and an Assistant Principal, says there is growing interest as school and college learners look ahead to the 2022/23 academic year.

“Over past years our University Centre has become more and more popular, with prospective students deciding to take the opportunity to study for a degree in first-class facilities on their own doorstep,” said Emma.

“As the curriculum has expanded and more universities have partnered with the college we have built on these foundations and become a top choice for those wanting to study for a higher education in north east Wales.”

She added: “To reinforce our commitment to HE we will be launching a dedicated website and have a new guide available with all of the information students and their families will need, from fees and finance to student support and guidance on what subject will best fit their chosen career.

“All of the courses are designed with employment in mind and tailored with our university and industry partners to meet the needs of the students and their future prospects.

“And the tens of millions of pounds strategically invested across all of our sites means we have facilities, equipment and a culture unrivalled in this area – we look forward to hearing from you.”

For more information on the University Centre, fees and finance and degree-level courses available at Coleg Cambria, visit:

www.cambria.ac.uk/higher-education

You can also find out more at this month’s open events. Details and booking information here:

www.cambria.ac.uk/opendays

LINK TO GUIDE:

https://www.cambria.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CC-HE-GUIDE-2022-23-ENG_WEB.pdf

A Connah’s Quay mum-of-four left her job as a nail technician five years ago to pursue a career in hairdressing.

Lyn joined a Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing at Coleg Cambria Deeside before quickly progressing to Levels 2 and 3.

The 46 year-old then achieved a HND Distinction in Hair and Beauty Management and advanced to a one-year PGCE teaching qualification with the dream of becoming a lecturer in the subject.

Despite being struck down with Chron’s Disease – an inflammatory bowel condition – at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, and having the long-term illness Fibromyalgia, Lyn completed her studies during the Spring.

Now working as a teaching assistant for children with additional learning needs (ALN), she encourages others to follow her lead and says you’re never too old to try and better yourself.

“I decided on a complete change in direction in 2016, I needed a fresh start and my children inspired me to return to education,” said Lyn.

“When I joined Coleg Cambria I was made to feel welcome straight away; my confidence rose and I quickly moved from Level 1 to Level 3 and then the HND, which I secured with a Distinction.

“Teaching is something that was of interest to me and I’m so glad I studied for the PGCE at the college. I had some incredible lecturers who already knew me and planted the seed for me to continue, so it was a no-brainer for me to stay at Deeside in surroundings I was familiar with.”

She added: “Going away to university was not an option for me, but at Deeside I could achieve a higher education on my doorstep. The facilities are unparalleled and so was the standard of lectures, online and in person.

“While I am not lecturing in hair and beauty at present the PGCE has opened up other avenues for me and I am absolutely loving my new role. Every day is different, and when I was diagnosed with Chron’s Disease it showed me you can’t sit back and feel sorry for yourself, you have to push on and move forward.

“Whatever obstacles and challenges came my way I was able to overcome them with the support of my family and the staff at Cambria. I can’t thank them enough and am excited to see what the future holds.”

Emma Hurst, Dean of HE and an Assistant Principal at Coleg Cambria, congratulated Lyn on her dedication and perseverance.

“For Lyn to have progressed so quickly from a Level 1 to a PGCE despite the pandemic and personal challenges she has had to face is quite amazing,” said Emma.

“Our University Centre and higher education offering is becoming more and more attractive to prospective students and interest is growing all the time, especially among those who want to study close to home in first class facilities.

“We can offer that and more, and Lyn is a fantastic example of what you can achieve when you put your mind to it – congratulations again.”

For more information on the University Centre, fees and finance and degree-level courses available at Coleg Cambria, visit:

www.cambria.ac.uk/higher-education

You can also find out more at the upcoming open events. Details and booking information here:

www.cambria.ac.uk/opendays

Pictured - Lyn Young, from Connah's Quay.