COLLEGES can now offer broader and more flexible ways to study so that there is something to suit everyone. At some larger colleges such as Coleg Gwent, this includes subjects at higher education level such as HNCs, HNDs and Foundation Degrees. Many of these are franchised from local universities.

Coleg Gwent is by far the largest college in Wales, which means there are thousands of courses to choose from. But, more importantly, the College can provide the advice and guidance needed to make the right decision for the individual.

Nowadays there are different routes to university that may involve a National Diploma course instead of A2 levels, or opting to take a Higher National Certificate or Diploma first. Not everyone is aiming for university and some may prefer to embark on specialised training for their careers. Others are still not sure which path to follow and can choose a package that allows them to keep their options open.

Coleg Gwent offers all kinds of subjects, from computing to outdoor activities and from animal care to engineering, taught by dedicated staff. It has a proud record of success when it comes to getting the right results: the impressive academic pass rates are regularly accompanied by excellent performances in vocational and occupational subjects.

Thanks to its size the College can provide some of the most advanced facilities in the country. Millions of pounds have been spent on improvements and more dramatic changes are expected over the next few years.

Recent developments include a health and science centre, conference facilities, modern hair and beauty salons, an animal care centre and equestrian facilities. Other projects are in the pipeline, including a brand new construction centre and new learning resource centres that contain the latest high-tech equipment such as interactive electronic whiteboards.

Potential students are being urged to enrol as soon as possible to get a place on their preferred course. Thinking ahead will enable students to weigh up all the options as well as look around the different campuses.