Coleg Cambria is set to welcome adults considering a return to education at a series of open events taking place this summer.
Sessions will run on Wednesday, June 4, from 4pm to 7pm at the college’s Deeside, Yale, and Bersham Road sites in Wrexham.
The events are designed to support prospective adult learners, whether they’re looking to retrain, change careers, develop new skills, take up a hobby, or progress in their current job. Opportunities are available through Cambria’s own adult education programmes and through its university partnerships with Wrexham University, Bangor University, Swansea University, and Liverpool John Moores University.
Principal Sue Price said: “Whether you want to learn something new or upskill your abilities, our open events are the perfect way to find out more about learning at Cambria.
“As well as introductory courses we also have part-time and full-time degree-level programmes at Cambria University Centre, leisure and hobby courses and opportunities to learn Welsh with the Welsh for Adults programme.”
New part-time options launching this year include Introduction to Ceramics, Introductory Welding Skills, Conversational French, Flower Arranging, Introduction to Industrial Robotics, Get Confident with Computers, and Leadership and Management.
A range of free “Skills for Adults” courses are also available — including English, Maths, IT, and Employability Skills — subject to eligibility.
Encouraging greater involvement in lifelong learning remains a priority for the college, following findings from the Learning and Work Institute’s 2023 Adult Participation in Learning Survey. The report highlighted that 41% of adults in Wales had engaged in some form of learning, compared to 49% across the UK.
“There are so many options that remove barriers to learning with Coleg Cambria, so we hope people will get in touch to find out more,” said Mrs Price.
“Many of these courses are fully funded, flexible, and relate to a wide range of sectors and careers, there is something for everyone, and our staff will be on hand to support you and talk about other important factors, including funding.”
She added: “Coleg Cambria is all about opportunity and aspiration, whatever your age and background.
“These open events could prove to be the spark that begins a new chapter for prospective students across the region, so we hope to welcome you and share more information on the day, or if you are unable to come in person, please visit the website or give us a call to find out more.”
To book a place or find further details, visit the Coleg Cambria website or follow the college on social media. Alternatively, contact the Student Services team by emailing studentservices@cambria.ac.uk or calling 0300 30 30 007.
