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Author: Alex Stockton

FROM future engineers and entrepreneurs to award-winning creatives and apprentices already making their mark in industry, some of our most outstanding learners were honoured at the annual Student Awards

Student Awards 2026

Held over two days at the college’s Yale site in Wrexham, the celebrations recognised achievement across Further Education, Higher Education, Apprenticeships, Work-Based Learning and Adult Learning programmes, shining a spotlight on individuals who have overcome adversity, exceeded expectations and made the most of every opportunity. The ceremonies were supported by headline sponsor Airbus, with Google […]

Supporting the Next Generation of Education Professionals with Our New Childhood and Adolescent Studies Degree

Hannah Roberts

The new BA (Hons) Childhood and Adolescent Studies programme, starting this September at the college’s Northop campus, will equip students with the knowledge and practical understanding needed to support young people from early childhood through to adolescence. Accredited by Wrexham University, the three-year qualification reflects growing demand for skilled practitioners who understand the diverse experiences […]

One of our lecturers receives a hero’s welcome from students and staff after helping make television history as part of the first choir ever to win Britain’s Got Talent (BGT)

Aled Morris

Aled Morris, a Llangollen farmer and Agricultural Engineering lecturer at the college’s Llysfasi campus, returned to work to cheers and applause after the Britain’s Got Talent final, where the Hawkstone Farmers Choir beat drone light show act Celestial to take the crown. The 34-strong choir, made up of farmers and agricultural workers from across the […]

A NEW supported internship programme aimed at helping young people with additional learning needs into employment will launch this autumn – a major partnership between ourselves, DFN Project SEARCH and Ysbyty Wrexham Maelor

ILS Cambria

Based at the hospital, the one-year programme will begin in September and is designed to bridge the gap between education and the workplace by giving students real-life experience in a busy NHS setting. The programme will initially offer places for six interns, with applications open to those holding an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) or […]

Bringing Best Practices Home: Coleg Cambria’s Canada Visit Sparks New EDI Commitments

ALN Staff

Fairness and Belonging Lead Alice Churm and Learning Support Manager Sean Finnigan travelled to Vancouver as part of a funded Taith exchange, coordinated by ColegauCymru. They forged new partnerships with Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and the Ending Violence Association of British Columbia (EVABC), building on international collaboration that began last year. The visit focused on […]

An inspirational mother who returned to education after nearly a decade in the UK has been named one of Wales’s top adult learners

Maryam Avazzadeh was crowned Access to HE Learner of the Year by Agored Cymru, winning the "Outstanding Commitment to Study" category in recognition of her determination, resilience and academic excellence. Maryam completed the Access to HE Health Care Diploma at Coleg Cambria Deeside, an intensive one-year course covering subjects including Biology, Psychology, Sociology, Maths and English - achieving distinctions across the board. The qualification is designed to support adult learners aged 19+ with few or no formal qualifications to progress to university or higher-level careers. Now pursuing a future in Dental Hygiene, she is continuing her studies with a GCSE in Science while awaiting a university place. Maryam said returning to education had been a long-term goal. Having lived in the UK for more than eight years, she waited until she felt confident enough to take the leap. She described the course as both challenging and rewarding, praising her tutors for their support and encouragement. Biology and Psychology quickly became her favourite subjects, and she said one of her proudest moments came when her son told her how proud he was of her - something she described as "wonderful" and deeply motivating. Gemma Ible, Curriculum Director for Access and Foundation Learning at Deeside and Yale, Wrexham, said Maryam's achievement reflects the wider value of Access programmes. "When someone like Maryam walks through the door, you see straight away that the opportunity means everything to them," she said. "These courses exist for exactly that reason, to give adults who've had to put their ambitions on hold a real, structured path back into education. The fact that she's now heading towards university, achieving distinctions along the way, is exactly the outcome we hope for." Tutor Wayne Young said Maryam's commitment stood out from day one. "She didn't just pass, she achieved straight distinctions, which is a remarkable accomplishment," he said. "It wasn't easy, but she embraced the challenge fully. She was constantly asking questions, always seeking to improve, and demonstrated incredible perseverance - especially studying in her second language." He added that Maryam's enthusiasm extended beyond her own studies, describing her as a supportive and collaborative member of the class who helped others and contributed to a positive learning environment. Coleg Cambria's Access to HE provision continues to grow in popularity, offering adults across the region a second chance at education and a direct route into university

Maryam Avazzadeh was crowned Access to HE Learner of the Year by Agored Cymru, winning the “Outstanding Commitment to Study” category in recognition of her determination, resilience and academic excellence. Maryam completed the Access to HE Health Care Diploma at Coleg Cambria Yale, an intensive one-year course covering subjects including Biology, Psychology, Sociology, Maths and […]

CAMBRIA University Centre students celebrated a milestone moment in their careers at a glittering graduation ceremony

Cambria University Centre Celebration Event

The annual celebration – held at the Glanrafon conference centre at Cambria Yale in Wrexham – brought together 36 graduates who had successfully completed Higher National and professional qualifications. They were joined by lecturers, friends and family for an afternoon of well-deserved recognition. Qualifications celebrated on the day spanned a broad range of disciplines – […]