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.
Coleg Cymraeg Research Conference 2025
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
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.
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.
Researcher Wellbeing Cymru
Researcher Wellbeing Cymru (RWC) is an online resource designed to enable doctoral researchers to foster a healthy sense of wellbeing. It can help you navigate your doctoral journey, become more resilient and identify beneficial ways of working. You can expect to find resources about working with your supervisors, managing your time, and keeping motivated. Doctoral researchers from universities across Wales were involved in creating resources. This resource has been developed by academics and professional services staff involved in doctoral education at Cardiff Metropolitan University and Aberystwyth University in collaboration with other universities in Wales.
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.
Language Mats for teachers
A collection of language mats that can be used by experienced teachers, newly qualified teachers, and PGCE students to develop Welsh language vocabulary of pupils within secondary subjects. The purpose of these language mats is to raise confidence and increase the capacity of individuals to use the Welsh language confidently when teaching their subject in secondary school. Language mats have been developed for the following subjects: Welsh Second Language Languages: French Biology Chemistry Physics Digital Technology Design and Technology
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.
Sharing Good Practice Videos – PGCE PcET Mentoring Scheme
Are you currently studying the PGCE PcET (Post Graduate Certificate in Education, Post-compulsory Education and Training) course? Do you speak Welsh, and are you keen to use the Welsh language in your career? If so, these videos are for you! The series includes six videos from staff who teach bilingually in the further education and apprenticeships sector and who have recently completed the PGCE PcET course. It is an opportunity for you to hear about their experiences and to get tips and learn good practices as you start your career in the sector.
FreeTxt
FreeTxt helps you analyse and visualize free text data in Welsh and English, such as data from surveys and questionnaires. FreeTxt enables you to perform up to six different types of textual data analysis for each file. You don't need to be able to code or learn how to create graphs, either - FreeTxt does the hard work for you!
Sharing good practice for middle managers
Panel discussion: Sharing good practice for middle managers (further education and apprenticeships) A recording of a panel discussion with four Further Education curriculum area managers as they discuss their approach to increasing bilingual / Welsh provision within their departments. They discuss their good practices as well as how they have overcome challenges: Yusuf Ibrahim, Assistant Principal – Higher Education, Academic Studies, Foundation and Adult Learning - Cardiff and Vale College (Chairing) Lucy Breckon, Work Based Learning Manager (Health, Care and Commercial Enterprises) – Pembrokeshire College Rhian Pardoe, Health and Care Learning Area Manager – Gower College Swansea Amy Thomson, Sports and Public Services Program Manager – Grŵp Llandrillo Menai Rachel Lewis, Construction Curriculum Manager – Bridgend College The event took place on the 5th of February 2025.
PGCE PcET TeachMeet
Are you studying the PGCE PcET course? (Post Graduate Certificate in Education, Post-compulsory Education and Training). Speak Welsh, or want to increase your confidence in using the Welsh language? Catch up with this session! Sgiliaith joined us to give advice on how to encourage and support students to work through the medium of Welsh, and an experienced staff member who now teaches bilingually in the sector highlighted some useful resources. This session took place on 29 January 2025.