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10 reasons to study with Coleg Gwent

Why choose Coleg Gwent? Here are ten reasons why we’re right for you!

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1. Our success

We achieve impressive success rates.
In 2022/23, we had an A level pass rate of 97.4% for full time learners, with 100% pass rate in 55 A Level courses, while 93% of students successfully completed vocational courses – the highest across this sector.

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2. Achieve your goals

We offer clear progression routes and pathways to success.
Whether you progress to the next level or study one of our Foundation Degrees, we help you plan how to achieve your dream career..

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3. Improve your employability

We have strong links with employers.
They provide opportunities for work experience, Apprenticeships and placements.
 
 

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4. Meet the experts

Our award-winning and experienced tutors are experts in their field.
So you’ll be learning from the best.
 
 

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5. Supporting you

We support you to help you excel in your course.
Plus we give additional learning support to those with learning difficulties or disabilities.
 
 

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6. The ‘WOW’ factor!

Our ‘What’s on Wednesdays’ give you dedicated timetable slots for enrichment.
Activities can include sport, clubs and societies, Duke of Edinburgh, fundraising, volunteering and much more.
 

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7. Specialist facilities

We have all you need for practical, technical experience you’ll use in the workplace.
Facilities include our hair & beauty salons, recording studios, ACS gas testing centre, ATA motor centre, Morels restaurant, performance theatres and working farm.

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8. We listen to you

We’ll use your feedback to improve the college experience.
In fact, we’ve won national awards for our learner voice activities.
 
 

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9. Spoilt for choice

We’ve a huge range of courses to choose from.
We offer over 30 A Level subjects and over 150 full time vocational courses, as well as over 40 university-level courses.
 

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10. Pursue your passion

We’ll give you every opportunity to follow your dream.
With Coleg Gwent, you can study something YOU’RE interested in, that YOU’VE chosen and that YOU want to pursue a career in.