Welcome to 'Sôn am Sgwennu', a Welsh language resource from Dr Llion Pryderi Roberts, School of Welsh, Cardiff University, which presents a series of discussions about contemporary creative writing. The resource includes: Sôn am Sgwennu podcast - recordings of conversations with 4 experienced writers who focus on the practical process of writing and on aspects relevant to their work and to studying the field: Caryl Lewis Ifor ap Glyn Annes Glynn Llŷr Gwyn Lewis The resource also includes a document for each recording which indicates the questions asked and which roughly indicates the relevant time codes for each question (so that it is possible to listen to the recording in its entirety or move from one question to another) Sôn am Sgwennu Essays - 8 short essays which discuss aspects relevant to the process of creative writing and to studying the field: ‘Ysgrifennu Creadigol: Dechrau arni a datblygu syniad’, Llion Pryderi Roberts ‘Sgrifennu’, Elinor Wyn Reynolds ‘Cymeriadu’, Megan Angharad Hunter ‘Creu Cerdd’, Mari George ‘Perlau mân Llwyd Owen’ ‘Annwyl Leo, Annwyl Iestyn: Proses gydweithredol cyfres Y Pump’, Iestyn Tyne a Leo Drayton ‘Sgwennu Nofel’, Marlyn Samuel ‘Ysgrifennu i Blant’, Casia Wiliam This is primarily a resource for Higher Education students, but it can be relevant to AS and A level pupils, teachers, and anyone interested in creative writing. Funding was awarded for this resource through the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Small Grants scheme. I would like to thank the Coleg, all the authors for their willingness to participate in the project and my colleagues at Ysgol y Gymraeg, Cardiff University for their ready support.
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Sôn am Sgwennu: Ysgrifennu Creadigol Cyfoes
Collaborating through the Welsh Language: Assessors and Employers
This recording includes a lively panel discussion which focuses on the role of assessors when working with employers and apprentices to highlight the value of the Welsh language as a key skill in the workplace. Berni Tyler - B-wbl Consortium Director (Chairing) Dafydd Bowen - Director of People and Places, Mentera Gwyn-Arfon Williams –Work based assessor, Health and Social Care, Grŵp Llandrillo Menai Rhian Williams – Assessor, Sgil Cymru Sue Jeffries – Managing Director, Sgil Cymru Angharad Elfyn – Apprentice, Sgil Cymru Helen Davies – Further Education and Apprenticeships Officer, Coleg Cymraeg Highlights of the Webinar: - The official launch of the ‘Pecyn Prentis’ (Apprentice Pack for employers) resource, with contributors from the resource sharing their direct experiences. - Discussion between assessors and employers on how the resource can support their day-to-day work. - Good practices on how to convince apprentices and employers of the benefits of using the Welsh language in the workplace. - An open conversation on how to increase the Welsh language confidence of assessors, sharing challenges, successes, and inspiring examples. The session was held on the 18th of June 2025.
An introduction to a career in Speech and Language Therapy
The aim of this resource is to: Provide students with information about the profession of Speech and Language Therapy Explain what communication is and the importance of the profession in supporting individuals with communication needs Give a taste of a first-year level university seminar This resource has been developed jointly by Cardiff Metropolitan University and Wrexham University with support from the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.
Pecyn Prentis (Apprentice Pack for employers)
The resource is a one-stop shop for supporting bilingual apprentices and employers. A comprehensive digital resource designed to help employers recruit, develop, and support apprentices who use Welsh in the workplace. It offers a valuable blend of up-to-date information, expert advice, and practical tools suitable for every stage of the apprenticeship journey. It features inspiring case studies, engaging video clips, and success stories from current and newly qualified apprentices. The resource provides genuine insights, examples of best practice, and tailored support to help every apprentice thrive in a bilingual environment.
Cit Chwaraeon
This is a collection of e-learning Sport resources tailored for level 2 learners. You’ll find practical information on how to plan and run a session, the different jobs and responsibilities in sport and useful advice and insight into the everyday life of a variety of professionals in the field. The resource is split into three units: Planning and undertaking a Sports Session Roles and Responsibilities of Sports and Leisure Staff Working in the Sports Industry
Coleg Cymraeg Research Conference 2025
The Research Conference was held on 26–27 June at Aberystwyth University and the National Library, and it was streamed on the Coleg's YouTube channel. Recordings from the conference and copies of the research posters that were presented can be viewed by clicking on the links below.
Short Story Resources: Cariad Pur?
Resources to help study the two short stories in the book Cariad Pur? which is on the Welsh Second Language AS/A Level specification (U2 Unit 6: The Use of Language and the Short Story). The resources are to help with studying Beth Os? by Llio Mai Hughes and Trŵ Lyf by Marlyn Samuel. Resources include: Beth Os? Digital copy (PDF + Word) Trŵ Lyf Digital copy (PDF) Revision Worksheets (PDF) Video Lecture and Powerpoint presentation by Dr Miriam Elin Jones Video Lecture Transcript Llio Mai Hughes Author Interview Video + transcript Marlyn Samuel Author Inteview Video + transcript Resources created by the Department of Welsh, Swansea University, with funding from the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.
Business Studies
In this resource you will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of businesses and their markets. The resource is divided into six units: Exploring Business Marketing Personal and Business Finance Internatioln Business Principles of Managment Business Decision Making Here you'll discover information about Welsh businesses and companies that you can use to undertake further research or to complete assignments. You will also come across short exercises and case studies that will test your basic understanding. This resource targets learners that are studying business courses at level 3.
Latest Post-16 Resources
Cyfaill Celfyddyd
An Art Friend offers school and college and university students information on the professional arts scene in Wales and the possibilities of further study after leaving school. In addition, the resource demonstrates professional possibilities by offering an insight into experts across a wide range of areas of work in the creative world of Wales.
Gair am Gelf ('A Word about Art')
This collection of essays by contemporary artists living and working in Wales gives potential Art and Design students an insight into how some of our artists discovered their creativity through education and effort during their careers.
Be Ddywedodd Durkheim – Ellis Roberts a Paul Birt
Introduction to the ideology of sociologist Emile Durkheim in his own words, translated into Welsh. Durkheim believed that it was possible to create a science to study sociology, and was one of the main founders of modern sociology. According to Durkheim, an individual and his or her actions are controlled by society. He also studied the role of religion in society.
Videos for Business lecturers
A series of short video clips featuring Welsh speakers working in occupations relevant to business modules in Higher and Further Education. The individuals featured in the clips come from a variety of business backgrounds, including marketing, management and tourism. The clips are designed to be incorporated by lecturers in their lectures. They can also be used for recruitment purposes. For Further Education lecturers, the following videos are relevant to core units of Level 3 Business BTEC: Unit 1: Exploring Business – ‘Sefydlu Busnes' videos 4, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 Unit 2: Developing a Marketing Campaign - 'Marchnata' videos 1, 2 Unit 5: International Business - 'Cyllid' video 2 Unit 6: Principles of Management – ‘Adnoddau Dynol’ videos
Y Meddwl Modern: Durkheim – Huw Morris Jones
Emile Durkheim was the first to hold a university chair in sociology, and his ideas remain of fundamental importance to all who want to understand the origins of the subject. He adopted the image of society as an organism, each part of which has a particular role to play in ensuring the well-being of the whole body. His ideas include an analysis of the social origins of religion, in particular the suggestion that any religious worship is 'worship of society'; its emphasis on what he called 'anomie' as the root of dispute and unrest in the life of an individual and society; and his original and important study of suicide as a social phenomenon. His influence is seen in fields as diverse as criminology on the one hand and literary criticism on the other.
Caring In Welsh App
This app was created by Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol to help students gain confidence in using Welsh in the workplace or while studying. The glossary is divided into 21 sections including Osteopathy, Midwifery and Clinical Technology. Users can choose to hide or display the English text on the pages as their Welsh improves. The app was designed, developed and recorded by Galactig. The app is voiced by presenter Nia Parry.
Nursing: Welsh medium teaching packages
These resources are learning packs with the aim of developing students' knowledge, based on realistic situations. The packs contribute to specific modules at the University of South Wales School of Nursing, but can also be used by students from other universities studying any branch of Nursing through the medium of Welsh. They could also be useful to others interested in the field.
Language Awareness in Health and Social Care
These bilingual language awareness resources have been developed for Health and Social Care FE learners. They aim to increase the understanding of learners with different Welsh language skills of the significance of the Welsh language in health and social care services. In particular, they support the teaching of Unit 1 of the new Health and Social Care Level 2: Core qualification: learning outcomes 7 and 8. Learning outcome 7 requires learners to understand the importance of effective communication in health and social care. Learning outcome 8 requires learners to understand the importance of Welsh language and culture for individuals and carers. These resources are also vailable via FE colleges' learning portals.
Hwb: Vocational and Post-16 Resources
Link to vocational and post-16 resources on Hwb, the Welsh Government's digital learning and teaching platform.
Basics of Bilingual Teaching app
This app helps teachers to give everyone the opportunity to use their chosen language in the classroom.
Go Construct
A bilingual website with general information and resources for the construction industry. Funded by CITB levy.
Study Construction in Welsh or Bilingually!
Session introducing the advantages of studying Construction in Welsh or bilingually.