In year 12 or 13? Want to know more about studying Welsh as a subject at university? Find out more about what's on offer, and hear the opinions of our ambassadors studying the subject about their courses and their life as students of Welsh. Presentation recorded in November 2022. Includes: General information about studying Welsh at university, e.g. Where can you study Welsh? What can you study in terms of courses and modules? What financial help is available? (up to 29 minutes) Conversation between our Welsh as a subject interns (Hari and Aled) and current student ambassadors (Deio, Cara, Elain and Elen) about studying Welsh at university (29 minutes onwards) Welsh medium presentation.
Webinar: Studying Welsh at university (2022)
Cyffro Cyfryngau
The 'Cyffro Cyfryngau' videos show the experience of six people who work within the television industry. The videos focus on live broadcast programs showing the individuals working in their different areas namely make-up, camera, production, directing, editing and presenting. We hear about their passion for the profession and the pleasure they get out of the work; there is an emphasis on their pride in working in Wales and operating in Welsh. If you follow Drama, Media studies, Theatre Studies , Performing Arts courses then you will learn why the skill of using the Welsh language is so valuable in this area in Wales. English subtitles included on videos.
Antur Arlwyo
The 'Antur Arlwyo' videos show the experience of six people who work in the catering and hospitality sector. The videos focus on different departments in the food industry workplace showing the individuals working in their specialist department. We will hear about their passion for the profession and the pleasure they get from working in the industry; there is an emphasis on their pride in working in Wales and operating bilingually. There are six videos in the series: Alun Evans, Pizza Llan Bryn Williams, Bryn Williams at Porth Eirias Cadi Ellis: Siwgr a Sbeis Helen Hollans, Môn ar Lwy Liza , Halen Môn Megan: Ffika Coffee If you’re following Catering and Hospitality courses then you will learn why the skill of using the Welsh language is so valuable in this field in Wales
Welsh Phrasebank
Banc Brawddegau (Phrasebank) contains example phrases and sentences which can be used when writing a Welsh-medium essay, dissertation or academic paper. It is aimed at students and researchers, particularly those who may be new to Welsh-medium academic writing. Developed by Professor Enlli Thomas and Bethan Wyn Jones, Bangor University, based of Academic Phrasebank (https://www.phrasebank.manchester.ac.uk).
Am Blant podcast
A podcast that deals with and discusses topics that affect children and young people in Wales today as well as finding out the opinions of children and young people. A podcast that deals with and discusses topics that affect children and young people in Wales today as well as finding out the views of children and young people. Podcast #1: What is Childhood? In this first podcast Dr Nia Young, Dr Sian Wyn Siencyn, Rowena Hughes Jones and Ceryl Davies discuss what childhood means, what it means to be a child in Wales today and whether society listens to the child's voice . Podcast #2: What is youth? In this episode Dr Nia Young, Dr Sian Wyn Siencyn, Owain Gethin Davies, and Ceryl Davies discuss what is youth? What is it like to be a young person in Wales today? Podcast #3 What does a child need...? What does a child need in order to grow, develop and thrive? In this podcast Ian Keith Jones (Head of Ysgol San Siôr, Llandudno) joins Dr Nia Young, Dr Siwan Roberts, Dr Margiad William and Rowena Hughes Jones from the School of Education Sciences, Bangor University to discuss what a child needs to develop and flourish. How important are role models, consistency and stability? What is being a good parent? Podcast #4: Children's Rights In this podcast, Rowena Hughes Jones, Dr Ceryl Davies, Gwenan Prysor, Arwyn Roberts and the Children's Commissioner for Wales, Professor Sally Holland, join Rhian Tomos to discuss the rights of children and young people. Do children know what rights they have? Is it necessary to add to the rights in light of Covid 19? Podcast #5: Voice of Parents Have society's attitudes changed towards children and young people with learning needs or physical disabilities and how has the period of Sorrow affected them? Are we listening enough to the parents and carers? To find out more listen to Elin Llwyd Morgan, Joel's mother (Joel has autism), Siôn Meredith, Huw's father (who has Down Syndrome), Dr Nia Young (lecturer at Bangor University), Bethan Morris Jones, (Principal of Ysgol Pendalar, Caernarfon) and Lora Glynwen Williams, Quality Officer, Gwynedd and Anglesey A&E Service. Podcast #6: What is play? What is play? When do we stop playing? What is the purpose of play? Listen to the 6th podcast in the AM BLANT podcast series to hear the discussion from the panel members and young people's comments about their experiences of playing. Podcast #7: How do music, art and drama contribute to a child's development? A podcast recorded live on the Tregaron Eisteddfod field with Dr Gwenllian Lansdown Davies, Cerys Edwards, Elen ap Robert, Dr Mair Edwards and Dr Nia Young.
Identities: Welshness
'Identities: Welshness' is a series of six public discussions that will explore what is meant by ‘Welshness’ today from various perspectives. The sessions will look at Welshness from the perspective of contributors from ethnic minorities, from the LHDTC+ community, and people of different religions. The conversations will reflect how multifaceted ‘Welshness’ is in the modern era and will stimulate important and relevant new discussions. Anyone can join online to watch the talks and take part in the discussions. All sessions are in Welsh. The event is organised in conjuction between the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol and Bangor University. The sessions will be held monthly on Thursdays between 18:00-18:45: Session #1: 13 October 2022 to coincide with Black History Month) 'In my DNA' - Natalie Jones, a teacher who discusses her work and her identity. WATCH THE RECORDING Session #2: 10 November 2022 (18:00) Cymru Amrywiol - Welsh Plural - Conversation and presentations by contributors to a book, Welsh Plural - Iestyn Tyne, Grug Muse, Hanan Issa (National Poet of Wales), Darren Chetty. There will be simultaneous translation. WATCH THE RECORDING Session #3: 15 December (18:00 - 18:45) A conversation with Joseph Gnagbo. Joseph is a former refugee from the Ivory Coast. As well as speaking French and English, he has learned Welsh since he came to Wales in 2019 and is now teaching Welsh to others. Unfortunately there will be no simultaneous translation available for this session. WATCH THE RECORDING Session #4: 19 January 2023 (18:00) Interfaith in Wales - a discussion with members of Welsh faith communities. Contributors will include representatives from some of the different faith communities in Wales: Laura Jones who’s Muslim and wishes to translate Islamic texts into Welsh; Kris Hughes a Druid, Prof. Nathan Abrams of the Jewish faith, and Sudha Bhatt of the Hindu Council of Wales. There will be simultaneous translation. Session #5: 15 February (18:00) Sport for All - Prof. Laura McAllister a lecturer at Cardiff University and political commentator, former Chair of Sport Wales, and former footballer will discuss sport, women in sport and sexuality. Joining Laura will be Lloyd Lewis, a professional rugby player and Welsh language rapper, known for his song, ‘Pwy sy’n Galw?’ (who’s calling?). Note the event is on Wednesday evening, not the usual Thursday. Simultaneous translation will be available. Session #6: 20 April 2023 (18:00) An Eisteddfod for All? How does the National Eisteddfod aim to attract and reflect contemporary Welsh speaking Wales? A discussion with Ashok Ahir (Chair of the Eisteddfod), Betsan Moses (Chief Exec of the Eisteddfod), Katie Hall (who’s the Communities Officer and a member of Chroma pop group), Elin Haf Gruffydd Jones (of Mas ar y Maes, the LGBTQ+ activities at the Eisteddfod), and Joe Healy (winner of Welsh Language Learner, 2022). ZOOM LINK TO JOIN SESSION: https://bangor-ac-uk.zoom.us/j/96665711977?pwd=NE8rRVFJV3daMndJUUt6RGZPVVdzQT09 Meeting ID: 966 6571 1977 Password: 878559
Business Webinars for Learners in Further Education Colleges (Autumn 2022)
Business Webinars for Learners in Further Education Colleges (Autumn 2022)
A series of webinars to give learners an opportunity to discuss their subject through the medium of Welsh. A variety of individuals from Welsh companies and organisations attended to discuss the following topics. Setting up a small business Branding Online Trade Ethics/Environment Funding a Business A B2B Business 'Public' Organisation Social Business You can view the sessions that were recorded below.
Research Methods
These resources present some of the key principles and techniques used in psychological research. Each unit contains the following: abstract lecture in the form of video presentations multiple choice quiz seminar questions bibliography The individual units listed below are available here as one resource. Contributors to this theme: Emma Hughes-Parry Dr Mirain Rhys Dr Hanna Binks Dr Kyle Jones Dr Gwennant Evans Dr Rachel Rahman. These resources have been created with support from the HEFCW Investment and Recovery Fund.
Llunio Hanes: Hanesyddiaeth a Chrefft yr Hanesydd
This e-book contains a collection of chapters by various historians and academics which present the main themes and concepts on the study of history and historiography. It is aimed primarily at undergraduate and postgraduate students who are studying history.
Sports Science: Coaching
These resources examine some of the theories and the key research in the field of high quality coaching within the context of sports. Each unit contains the following: abstract lecture in the form of video presentations seminar questions bibliography The individual units listed below are available here as one resource. Contributors to this theme: Dr Julian Owen Seren Evans Dylan Blain Sara Hilton Rhiannon Wade Dr Carwyn Jones These resources have been created with support from the HEFCW Investment and Recovery Fund.
Business Studies: The economy of Wales
These units provide an introduction to different aspects of the economy of Wales. Each unit contains the following: abstract lecture in the form of video presentations multiple choice quiz seminar questions bibliography The individual units listed below are available here as one resource. Contributors to this theme: Guto Ifan Dr Rhys ap Gwilym Dr Edward Jones Elen Bonner Sam Parry These resources have been created with support from the HEFCW Investment and Recovery Fund.
Raising confidence for assessors
The purpose of this online self-study course is to give assessors the resources and information to work confidently bilingually with their learners. The course considers some of the benefits and challenges of working bilingually before setting out to give information, resources and motivation that will enable assessors to develop provision and work confidently through the medium of Welsh. The course is bilingual, and is aimed at raising the confidence of assessors as they provide their training through the medium of Welsh.