University qualifications on your doorstep!
WITH more than 17 university-level courses available at The College Merthyr Tydfil, now has never been a better time for local learners to be able to improve their prospects without the added pressure of moving away from home or travelling to a nearby university.
The colleges higher-education portfolio includes a number of foundation degrees and professional qualifications. Highly valued by employers, these qualifications are designed to provide relevant skills and knowledge for the region’s existing or growing industries.
New for 2017 entry, we are also offering a BA Hons Art Practice top-up degree and a HND in computing.
This excellent range of courses, combined with the college’s state-of-the-art facilities, learner support and resources provide the perfect environment for those looking to achieve a highereducation qualification.
Over the last two years, the college has achieved some outstanding results across its higher-education courses, including an overall pass rate of 92% on its BA Hons Business Studies degree with more than 25% of students gaining first-class honours.
These high success rates together with an overall 92% student satisfaction rate are testimony to the fantastic teaching, learning and support provided by the tutors.
All of the higher-education courses are validated by the University of South Wales, meaning that learners will also be able to experience all of the benefits and resources available at the University of South Wales.
The college also has a range of bursaries and scholarships on offer to help with the cost of studying.
So whether you’ve just completed your A-levels or vocational course, you want to return to education after a break, or you’re planning a career change, the College Merthyr Tydfil may have the just the opportunity you are looking for.
For more information, pop in on Thursday, August 17 from 8am to 4pm or visit www.merthyr.ac.uk