North Wales student who once questioned education earns PhD
A FORMER Connah’s Quay pupil who once doubted whether education was for her has achieved a PhD, marking a remarkable 10-year journey that began at Coleg Cambria. Dr Ellie Moore left the town’s high school at 16 and went straight into work, uncertain about what direction her life would take. University was never part of…
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Ministerial visit propels new North East Wales skills partnership
A WELSH Government Minister visited Coleg Cambria to see first-hand how a major new skills partnership – the Advanced Skills Hub (ASH) – is set to reshape education and workforce development across north east Wales. Vikki Howells, Minister for Further and Higher Education, visited Cambria’s Bersham Road site in Wrexham, meeting with staff and learners…
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“Ten More Steps” – Campaigning Mum brings knife crime warning to North Wales college
A KNIFE crime campaigner whose son was killed in a tragic case of mistaken identity just yards from their family home delivered a deeply moving and inspiring talk to students in Wrexham. Pooja Kanda spoke to up to 120 learners at the Institute of Technology – part of Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road site – during…
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Award glory for farming college as campus investment continues
COLEG Cambria Llysfasi is celebrating national recognition for its £10m Hwb Arloesi (Innovation Hub) development as construction gets underway on a new 50-bedroom student accommodation development, marking another major investment in the college’s future. The state-of-the-art hub has been named Best Public or Community Building at the LABC Building Excellence Awards, recognising outstanding achievement in design, sustainability…
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A First for Wales: British Dressage Apprenticeship Launches with Coleg Cambria
A LEADING land-based college’s Equine provision is firmly in its stride after securing a landmark new partnership with British Dressage, bringing the nationally recognised apprenticeship to Wales for the first time. The collaboration marks another significant step forward for Coleg Cambria’s long-established Equine programmes and builds on a strong track record of delivering high-quality, work-based…
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Game-changing investment powers new advanced skills hub for North East Wales
A MAJOR new investment in skills, education and regional growth has been confirmed for North East Wales, as Coleg Cambria and Wrexham University announce the creation of a pioneering joint venture backed by significant funding from Medr. The investment will enable the development of the North East Wales Skills Partnership, known as the Advanced Skills…
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One of only two in Wales: Apprentice selected for Ghana humanitarian project
A WREXHAM apprentice has been selected as one of just 20 young people in the UK – and only two in Wales – to represent the country on an international humanitarian project in Ghana. Georgia Ellams, a first-year Airbus Degree Apprentice at Coleg Cambria University Centre in Deeside, will travel to Accra this Christmas after…
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Chef trades catering career for coral reefs and marine PhD
A FORMER chef who spent years working in restaurant kitchens in Poland is now preparing to begin a PhD in Thailand. And Lukas Stevenson says it would never have been possible without the life-changing support he received at Coleg Cambria University Centre. When Lukas moved from Ireland to Wales with his family, he recognised a…
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A Cut Above the Rest: Deeside Lecturer Shortlisted for UK Educator of the Year
Hairdressing Lecturer Kelly Pasicznyk has been recognised on a national stage after securing a finalist position in the Educator of the Year category at the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026, placing them among the UK’s most influential and forward-thinking hairdressing professionals. The shortlist highlights individuals who are shaping the future of the industry through strong leadership, commercial…
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Coleg Cambria students hit UK shelves with award-winning creation
A STUDENT-LED bakery creation has taken the UK industry by storm after being named one of the most innovative products to hit shelves in 2025. The prestigious list was compiled by British Baker, a leading online platform and magazine for the baking and confectionery sector. The honour recognises an Irish Coffee Slice developed through a…
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