Bank of England Governor deposits advice to Coleg Cambria business students
STUDENTS credited leading finance figures and thanked them for depositing sound advice during a virtual lesson. Economics and Business learners at Coleg Cambria Yale in Wrexham enjoyed an online discussion with Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey. Mr Bailey was joined by the Bank of England’s Agent for Wales Stephen Hicks, and Deputy…
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Coleg Cambria tops all-Wales medal table at national skills competition
COLEG CAMBRIA swept the board at a national skills tournament. The college won a staggering 36 medals at the virtual Skills Competition Wales – more than any other FE institution in the country. Learners took home 14 gold, 12 silver and 10 bronze awards, to the delight of Cambria’s Chief Executive, Yana Williams. “Every year…
Read MoreSporty students support young and vulnerable with health sessions in Covid
STUDENTS have been supporting young and vulnerable people in their communities throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. As part of Coleg Cambria’s Trusted Leaders programme, learners joined forces with AoC Sport (Association of Colleges) ambassador programme to support health and wellbeing sessions in north east Wales. Sixteen students from Cambria’s sites in Deeside, Northop and Wrexham took…
Read MoreColeg Cambria Bersham Road to host open event for business and industry
COLEG CAMBRIA will showcase the industry-leading apprenticeships and facilities available at its £10m engineering complex in Wrexham. The college’s Bersham Road site hosts an employer event from 5.30pm to 8pm on Wednesday (May 26). Organisations can view the cutting-edge equipment and machinery while finding out more about the bespoke qualifications and courses which can be…
Read MoreColeg Cambria to open new Ial Restaurant in Wrexham next week
A NEW restaurant will bring a contemporary flavour to Wrexham and help train the next generation of hospitality workers. Ial Restaurant at Coleg Cambria Yale will open its doors for the first time on Tuesday (May 25). The venue forms part of a ‘commercial village’ which also includes a hair and beauty salon, florist, and coffee…
Read MoreInspiring Amy releases series of books for children with autism
AN INSPIRING student has written a series of books for children with autism. Amy Le Dain, from Buckley, created Autism and Sea following her own experiences with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and wants to help young people to better understand the condition. The 27 year-old is currently studying Sound Engineering and Music Production and has put together…
Read MoreColeg Cambria Esports course is a game changer for education in North Wales
COLEG CAMBRIA has unveiled a new course that will help meet demand for skilled workers in the booming billion-dollar Esports sector. The college is welcoming students to join the innovative BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Esports. The two-year qualification will run at Cambria’s Deeside site from September and has been created by the…
Read MoreTV and media star Tara Bethan joined forces with Coleg Cambria to produce health and wellbeing videos
TV and media star Tara Bethan joined forces with Coleg Cambria to produce health and wellbeing videos to mark Mental Health Awareness Week. Originally from Llansannan and now living in Cardiff, Tara recorded three videos in Welsh and English to mark the Mental Health Foundation campaign, which runs until Sunday. A regular on S4C and…
Read MoreStudents to benefit from college union with skincare and hair and beauty giants
BEAUTY therapy students will face their future careers with confidence after completing courses with an esteemed skincare organisation. Coleg Cambria Deeside is a Partnership College of Excellence for Dermalogica, a globally renowned brand operating in more than 100 countries. As part of their nationwide education programme for students and apprentices, the company launched its Aspire…
Read More46 Coleg Cambria students achieved their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards in the same week!
AN AMAZING 46 Coleg Cambria students achieved their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards in the same week! A cohort from the north east Wales college is celebrating the amazing landmark after completing the first stage of the popular scheme, which includes volunteering, physical and skills challenges, and an expedition. The news comes after eight Independent…
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