Y Coleg Merthyr Tudful / The College Merthyr Tydfil

We were delighted to attend the Medr HE and FE Employability Community of Practice event yesterday at Swansea University, to showcase the success of our Business Fintech Academy.

Developed in partnership with FinTech Wales and supported by leading industry organisations, the academy is delivering high-impact, real-world learning experiences that equip our learners with the skills needed for one of the UK’s fastest-growing sectors.

A key focus of our showcase was how we have embedded authentic employer engagement throughout the programme, alongside cutting-edge AI, data and digital skills. Through live industry projects, employer-led sessions and micro-credentials in areas such as AI, data analysis and cloud computing, our learners are gaining the knowledge, confidence and networks needed to succeed in the modern workplace.

We are proud to be leading the way with this Academy, ensuring our learners are not only prepared for the future of work—but are ready to shape it.

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🏒 Congratulations to Joseff Brickell!

A huge congratulations to Joseff Brickell, one of our student-athletes at The College Merthyr Tydfil, who recently helped the Junior Cardiff Devils become UK Champions.

Joseff combines his A-Level studies with a demanding ice hockey schedule and is a great example of what can be achieved through hard work and commitment. He has been fully engaged with the College’s TASS Dual Career Programme, which supports learners in balancing their education alongside high-level sport.

Everyone at the College is incredibly proud of Joseff and this fantastic achievement. Well done, Joseff! 👏🏆

🧪 Our AS Chemistry students enjoyed a University of South Wales laboratory day, gaining hands-on experience making and analysing an organic liquid using specialist equipment. 🔬

To celebrate National Volunteering Week, we welcomed Lowri from Volunteering Action Merthyr Tydfil (VAMT) into the college today.

She shared fantastic insights into the wide range of volunteering opportunities available across our local community and highlighted how volunteering can help you grow in confidence, develop new skills and strengthen your future prospects 🎯.

Volunteering is a brilliant pathway for learners progressing into employment or higher education 🎓💼.

🌿 AS Biology Students Compete at Biology in the Park 🌿
 
Today, our AS Biology students travelled to Margam Park to take part in Biology in the Park, an event organised by the University of South Wales.
 
Throughout the day, students took part in a variety of ecology-based challenges, including tree identification and pond biodiversity surveys, putting their fieldwork skills and biological knowledge into practice.
 
We’re delighted to share that one of our teams achieved an excellent 3rd place finish! 🥉
 
Well done to all of the students who took part and represented The College Merthyr Tydfil so well. We’re proud of your hard work and enthusiasm throughout the day.
 

🚧 Level 3 construction - ready for the next step? 🦺
If you’ve secured work experience, are building links with employers, or are serious about progressing into the construction industry, our Level 3 Construction courses at The College Merthyr Tydfil are now open for enrolment.
This is the next stage for learners looking to develop advanced practical skills, increase industry knowledge, and prepare for employment or apprenticeships within the trade. Places are limited across all construction areas.

Not yet registered with the College?👇
Bricklaying 🧱
https://www.merthyr.ac.uk/en/courses/course/?id=CNAB3F03
Carpentry 🪚
https://www.merthyr.ac.uk/en/courses/course/?id=CNAC3F03
Plastering 🪣
https://www.merthyr.ac.uk/en/courses/course/?id=CNAP3F03
Painting 🎨
https://www.merthyr.ac.uk/en/courses/course/?id=CNAD3F03

Interested in enrolling onto Level 3? 👇
https://www.merthyr.ac.uk/en/city-guilds-level-3-construction-trade-route-pt/ #?lang=en

Thank you for an amazing Family Fun Day! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us today – it was fantastic to welcome so many families and members of our local community on site. It was brilliant to see everyone getting involved and enjoying such a wide range of activities, from crafts, pottery and ceramics, and face-painting to digital fun, animal encounters, sports and inflatable games!

The event also gave us a great opportunity to showcase the adult learning pathways and opportunities available through the Merthyr Tydfil Adult Community Learning partnership. Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their thoughts and feedback – it’s incredibly valuable in helping us shape future opportunities.

If you didn’t get a chance, there’s still time to have your say – simply scan the QR code below and let us know your views 👇



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