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Creative Writing (Full-time) (PGDip)

Distance Learning
2 Years Full-time
2:2 honours degree

Our PG Creative Writing course is designed for people who want to grow as writers, improve your writing craft and build a strong portfolio of work.

You will take part in writing workshops led by tutors and published writers. In these sessions, you will share your writing, give and get feedback, and learn new techniques. You will explore different forms of writing, such as poetry, prose, short stories and non-fiction. Each workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your writing voice.

This course also prepares you for real-world writing. You will meet literary agents, editors and professionals working in publishing. You’ll learn how to send out your work and what to expect when trying to get published. These experiences will support your journey into professional writing and help you build a career in the creative industries.

As part of your studies, you will attend literary events, readings and online discussions. You will connect with other writers and be part of a creative community. 

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of the writing world and a strong portfolio of work. You will also be well prepared for a career in publishing, teaching, or other roles in the arts and media.

Whether you want to write for yourself or take your writing further, this course will help you find your path. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Academically and creatively challenging we aim to nurture your creative talent across a range of different forms - including short stories, screenplays, poetry, drama and novels.
02
We give you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the world of publishers focusing on your research and editing skills and exploring key aspects of publication.
03
You will attend small-group classes with a focus on discussion and learning activities to encourage the self-development and critical reflection accepted as key to the development of personal and professional capacities.

What you will learn

We believe writers learn best through practice, feedback and close reading. Our course blends creative development with critical thinking, helping you build confidence, skill and independence. You’ll learn from experienced tutors and peers in an inclusive, supportive space that values your voice and encourages you to take creative risks.

You’ll explore the foundations of writing craft through core workshops in poetry and prose. You’ll learn how to read like a writer, analysing texts to uncover creative techniques. Practical modules focus on developing your voice and shaping early drafts, while peer feedback helps you reflect and improve. You’ll begin to build a consistent writing habit and take part in the wider literary culture.

The Craft of Writing: Exploring Voice, Form, and Practice

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing to a single focus

(30 credits)

The Writer's World

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing place and context

(30 credits)

The Child in time: Representation of The Child in Modern Literature

(30 Credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.   

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.   
     
    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities  

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.   

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh  

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. 

  • The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and may include essays, book reviews, short reports and reflective journals, group and individual presentations and dissertation.

  • The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.

    Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.

    Students are expected to submit two hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.

    Optional Field trip:
    Faculty works to ensure that there are a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.

    Fieldwork (depending on where student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
    Individual trips: c. £5 - £50

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • Career and employment opportunities are very broad and include:

    • Freelance work such as copywriting, editing 
    • Independent and commissioned creative writing
    • Marketing and fundraising
    • Publishing
    • Teaching
    • Writing for film, television and media

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Ysgrifennu Creadigol (Rhan amser) (PGDip)

Dysgu o Bell
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Mae ein cwrs Ysgrifennu Creadigol Ôl-raddedig wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer pobl sydd eisiau tyfu fel ysgrifenwyr, gwella eu crefft ysgrifennu ac adeiladu portffolio cryf o waith. Byddwch yn cymryd rhan mewn gweithdai ysgrifennu dan arweiniad tiwtoriaid ac awduron cyhoeddedig. Yn y sesiynau hyn, byddwch yn rhannu eich ysgrifennu, yn rhoi ac yn cael adborth, ac yn dysgu technegau newydd.

Byddwch yn archwilio gwahanol ffurfiau o ysgrifennu, fel barddoniaeth, rhyddiaith, straeon byrion a ffeithiol. Mae pob gweithdy yn eich helpu i feithrin sgiliau a hyder yn eich llais ysgrifennu.

Mae’r cwrs hwn hefyd yn eich paratoi ar gyfer ysgrifennu yn y byd go iawn. Byddwch yn cwrdd ag asiantau llenyddol, golygyddion a gweithwyr proffesiynol sy’n gweithio ym maes cyhoeddi. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i anfon eich gwaith allan a beth i’w ddisgwyl wrth geisio cael eich cyhoeddi. Bydd y profiadau hyn yn cefnogi eich taith i ysgrifennu proffesiynol ac yn eich helpu i adeiladu gyrfa yn y diwydiannau creadigol. Fel rhan o’ch astudiaethau, byddwch yn mynychu digwyddiadau llenyddol, darlleniadau a thrafodaethau ar-lein. Byddwch yn cysylltu ag awduron eraill ac yn rhan o gymuned greadigol. 

Byddwch hefyd wedi’ch paratoi’n dda ar gyfer gyrfa mewn cyhoeddi, addysgu, neu rolau eraill yn y celfyddydau a’r cyfryngau. P’un a ydych chi eisiau ysgrifennu i chi’ch hun neu fynd â’ch ysgrifennu ymhellach, bydd y cwrs hwn yn eich helpu i ddod o hyd i’ch llwybr.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
4 Blynedd Rhan amser
Entry requirements:
Gradd anrhydedd 2:2

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn heriol yn academaidd ac yn greadigol, ein bwriad yw meithrin eich doniau creadigol ar draws ystod o ffurfiau gwahanol – gan gynnwys straeon byrion, sgriptiau ffilm, barddoniaeth, drama a nofelau.
02
Rhown gyfle i chi ddatblygu dealltwriaeth o fyd cyhoeddwyr gan ganolbwyntio ar eich sgiliau ymchwil a golygu ac archwilio agweddau allweddol ar gyhoeddi.
03
Byddwch yn mynychu dosbarthiadau mewn grwpiau bach â ffocws ar weithgareddau trafod a dysgu i annog yr hunan-ddatblygiad a’r adfyfyrio beirniadol y derbynnir eu bod yn allweddol ar gyfer datblygu galluoedd personol a phroffesiynol.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Credwn fod awduron yn dysgu orau drwy ymarfer, adborth a darllen manwl. Mae ein cwrs yn cyfuno datblygiad creadigol â meddwl beirniadol, gan eich helpu i feithrin hyder, sgiliau ac annibyniaeth. Byddwch yn dysgu gan diwtoriaid profiadol a chyfoedion mewn gofod cynhwysol a chefnogol sy’n gwerthfawrogi eich llais ac yn eich annog i gymryd risgiau creadigol.

Byddwch yn archwilio sylfeini crefft ysgrifennu drwy weithdai craidd mewn barddoniaeth a rhyddiaith. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i ddarllen fel awdur, gan ddadansoddi testunau i ddatgelu technegau creadigol. Mae modiwlau ymarferol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu eich llais a chynhyrchu drafftiau cynnar, tra bod adborth gan gymheiriaid yn eich helpu i fyfyrio a gwella. Byddwch yn dechrau datblygu arfer ysgrifennu rheolaidd a chymryd rhan yn y diwylliant llenyddol ehangach.

Crefft Ysgrifennu: Archwilio Llais, Ffurf ac Arfer

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu i un ffocws

(30 credydau)

Byd yr Awdur

(30 credydau)

Gweithdy Ysgrifennu: Lle a chyd-destun ymchwilio ac ysgrifennu

(30 credydau)

Y Plentyn dros yr Oesoedd: Portreadau o’r Plentyn mewn Llenyddiaeth Fodern

(30 Credydau)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Staff

Our People

You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd anrhydedd 2:2  

    • neu gyfwerth a gydnabyddir gan PCYDDS. 

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.  

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Caiff y rhaglen ei hasesu mewn amrywiaeth o ffyrdd a gall gynnwys traethodau, adolygiadau llyfrau, adroddiadau byr a chyfnodolion myfyriol, cyflwyniadau grŵp ac unigol a thraethawd hir.

  • Efallai cewch gyfle i fynychu cynhadledd neu ddigwyddiad allanol perthnasol, ac efallai y bydd disgwyl i chi gyfrannu at y costau hyn.

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Mae’r Cyfleoedd gyrfaol a gwaith yn eang iawn, ac yn cynnwys:

    • Gwaith llawrydd fel ysgrifennu copi, golygu
    • Ysgrifennu creadigol annibynnol ac a gomisiynir
    • Marchnata a chodi arian
    • Cyhoeddi
    • Addysgu
    • Ysgrifennu ar gyfer ffilm, teledu a chyfryngau

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Creative Writing (Part-time) (PGDip)

Distance Learning
4 Years Part-time
2:2 honours degree

Our PG Creative Writing course is designed for people who want to grow as writers, improve your writing craft and build a strong portfolio of work.

You will take part in writing workshops led by tutors and published writers. In these sessions, you will share your writing, give and get feedback, and learn new techniques. You will explore different forms of writing, such as poetry, prose, short stories and non-fiction. Each workshop helps you build skills and confidence in your writing voice.

This course also prepares you for real-world writing. You will meet literary agents, editors and professionals working in publishing. You’ll learn how to send out your work and what to expect when trying to get published. These experiences will support your journey into professional writing and help you build a career in the creative industries.

As part of your studies, you will attend literary events, readings and online discussions. You will connect with other writers and be part of a creative community. 

By the end of this course, you will have a clear understanding of the writing world and a strong portfolio of work. You will also be well prepared for a career in publishing, teaching, or other roles in the arts and media.

Whether you want to write for yourself or take your writing further, this course will help you find your path. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
4 Years Part-time
Entry requirements:
2:2 honours degree

Why choose this course?

01
Academically and creatively challenging we aim to nurture your creative talent across a range of different forms - including short stories, screenplays, poetry, drama and novels.
02
We give you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the world of publishers focusing on your research and editing skills and exploring key aspects of publication.
03
You will attend small-group classes with a focus on discussion and learning activities to encourage the self-development and critical reflection accepted as key to the development of personal and professional capacities.

What you will learn

We believe writers learn best through practice, feedback and close reading. Our course blends creative development with critical thinking, helping you build confidence, skill and independence. You’ll learn from experienced tutors and peers in an inclusive, supportive space that values your voice and encourages you to take creative risks.

You’ll explore the foundations of writing craft through core workshops in poetry and prose. You’ll learn how to read like a writer, analysing texts to uncover creative techniques. Practical modules focus on developing your voice and shaping early drafts, while peer feedback helps you reflect and improve. You’ll begin to build a consistent writing habit and take part in the wider literary culture.

The Craft of Writing: Exploring Voice, Form, and Practice

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing to a single focus

(30 credits)

The Writer's World

(30 credits)

Writing Workshop: Researching and writing place and context

(30 credits)

The Child in time: Representation of The Child in Modern Literature

(30 Credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Student ambassadors with potential students

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Get to know us, the place you will call home while studying with us and the experts who lead our courses. Meet current students and hear what they love about studying with us. 

Staff

Our People

You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • 2:2 honours degree  

    • or UWTSD recognised equivalent. 

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.   

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.   
     
    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities  

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.   

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh  

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills. 

  • The programme is assessed in a variety of ways and may include essays, book reviews, short reports and reflective journals, group and individual presentations and dissertation.

  • The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.

    Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.

    Students are expected to submit two hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.

    Optional Field trip:
    Faculty works to ensure that there are a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.

    Fieldwork (depending on where student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
    Individual trips: c. £5 - £50

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • Career and employment opportunities are very broad and include:

    • Freelance work such as copywriting, editing 
    • Independent and commissioned creative writing
    • Marketing and fundraising
    • Publishing
    • Teaching
    • Writing for film, television and media

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LLB (Hons) Y Gyfraith i Raddedigion (LLB)

Abertawe
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
96-112 o Bwyntiau UCAS

Gradd llwybr carlam yn y gyfraith yw hon ar gyfer unigolion sydd eisoes yn meddu ar radd baglor mewn maes arall.  Mae’n cywasgu gradd arferol yn y gyfraith yn ddwy flynedd, gan ganiatáu i fyfyrwyr gael dealltwriaeth gynhwysfawr o sylfeini’r gyfraith a datblygu sgiliau cyfreithiol hanfodol. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Blynedd Llawn amser
Entry requirements:
96-112 o Bwyntiau UCAS

Undergraduate Fees
Home (Full-time): £9,535 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £15,525 per year

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Yn cwmpasu sylfeini’r gyfraith
02
Cysylltiadau agos â chwmnïau’r gyfraith yn y DU
03
Modylau â ffocws proffesiynol

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Mae’r rhaglen yn cwmpasu egwyddorion cyfreithiol craidd, a datblygiad sgiliau cyfreithiol, sy’n rhoi i fyfyrwyr y wybodaeth a sgiliau hanfodol ar gyfer amrywiol alwedigaethau cyfreithiol, gan gynnwys cyfreithwyr a bargyfreithwyr, yn ogystal âgyrfaoedd tu allan i’r gyfraith. 

Cyfraith Camwedd

(20 credydau)

Sylfaen Cyfreithiol a Sgiliau

(20 credyd)

Cyfraith Contract

( credydau)

Paratoi ar gyfer Ymchwil

(20 credydau)

Cyfraith Droseddol

(20 credydau)

Cyfraith Gyhoeddus

(20 credydau)

Ecwiti ac Ymddiriedolaethau

(20 credydau)

Cyfraith Tir

(20 Credydau)

Cyfraith Cyflogaeth

(20 Credydau)

Traethawd hir ar gyfer y Gyfraith a Throseddeg

(40 credyd)

Y Gyfraith Gyfoes

(20 credyd)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Gradd baglor mewn maes arall

    96-112 o Bwyntiau Tariff UCAS

    Ae’r sgôr tariff UCAS yn berthnasol i chi os ydych chi wedi astudio cymhwyster yn ddiweddar sy’n gyfwerth â thariff UCAS . Mae UCAS yn darparu cyfrifiannell tariff er mwyn i chi weithio allan beth yw gwerth eich cymhwyster o fewn tariff UCAS.
     
    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg   

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.   

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw.  

    Gofynion fisa ac ariannu  

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.   

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.   

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.    

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.     

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais. 

  • Asesir y cwrs trwy gymysgedd o waith cwrs ysgrifenedig, efelychiadau, llyfrau gwaith, cyflwyniadau ac arholiadau. Mae pob modwl yn 20 credyd ac eithrio’r Prosiect Annibynnol ar Lefel 6 sy’n 40 credyd. 

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.   

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau.  

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.   

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol  

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.   

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg  

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg 

  • Mae’n bosibl cwblhau’r rhaglen astudio hon heb unrhyw gostau ychwanegol.

    Efallai y bydd myfyrwyr am brynu gwerslyfrau ar gyfer modylau, megis y Prosiect Ymchwil, ond nid yw hyn yn ofynnol ac ni fydd yn effeithio ar y radd derfynol.

    Efallai y bydd teithiau maes dewisol hefyd a allai olygu rhai costau.

  • Efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i gael cyllid i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau. I gael gwybod am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsariaethau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsariaethau.

  • Mae tîm y cwrs wedi datblygu cysylltiadau agos iawn â nifer o sefydliadau proffesiynol yn y sector cyhoeddus a meysydd y gwasanaethau cyfreithiol. Mae hyn wedi caniatáu ymgynghori agos ar ddatblygu cynnwys y cwrs ac argaeledd cyfleoedd profiad gwaith unigryw.

    Mae’r cwrs yn gweithio’n agos â sefydliadau eraill yn y sector Cyhoeddus, a byddai’r cyfuniad o ddealltwriaeth a gwybodaeth am y sector cyfreithiol a chyhoeddus yn cael ei ystyried yn fanteisiol i’r proffesiynau Cyfiawnder cyfreithiol ehangach.

    Mae’r tîm wedi datblygu perthynas agos â chwmnïau a sefydliadau cyfreithiol lleol ac yn datblygu cyfleoedd profiad gwaith a fyddai o fudd i’r myfyrwyr pe baent yn dewis parhau i astudiaethau cyfiawnder cyfreithiol pellach.

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LLB (Hons) Graduate Law (LLB)

Swansea
2 Years Full-time
96-112 UCAS Points

This is a fast-track law degree designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field. It condenses the typical three-year law degree into two years, allowing students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the foundations of law and develop essential legal skills. 

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
Course length:
2 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
96-112 UCAS Points

Undergraduate Fees
Home (Full-time): £9,535 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £15,525 per year

Why choose this course?

01
Covers the foundations of law
02
Close links with UK law firms
03
Professionally focussed modules

What you will learn

The programme covers core legal principles, legal skills development, which quips students with the necessary knowledge and skills for various legal professions, including solicitors and barristers, as well as non-legal careers.  

Tort Law

(20 credits)

Legal Foundation and Skills

(20 credits)

Contract Law

(20 credits)

Preparing for Research

(20 credits)

Criminal Law

(20 credits)

Public Law

(20 credits)

Equity and Trusts

(20 credits)

Land Law

(20 Credits)

Employment Law

(20 Credits)

Dissertation for Law and Criminology

(40 credits )

Contemporary Law

(20 credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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Further information

  • Bachelor’s degree in another field. 

    96-112 UCAS tariff points

    The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

    English language requirements   

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.   

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses.  

    Visa and funding requirements   

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.   

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.   

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.    

    For full information read our visa application and guides.     

     Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study. 

  • The course will be assessed by a mixture of written coursework, simulations, workbooks, presentations and exams. Each module is worth 20 credits, except the 40 credit Independent Project at Level 6. 

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies.  

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs.

    Students may wish to purchase textbooks for modules, such as Research Project, but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade.

    There may also be optional field trips which may incur some costs.

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.  To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

  • The course team has developed very close links with a number of professional organisations in both the public sector and legal services fields. This has allowed for close consultation on the development of course content and the availability of unique work experience opportunities.

    The course works closely with other Public sector organisations, the combination of both legal and public sector understanding and knowledge would be seen as a benefit to the wider legal Justice professions.

    The team has developed close relationships with local law firms and organisations and developing work experience opportunities that would benefit the students if they chose to extend into further legal justice study.

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CIPD - Arfer Pobl (Prentisiaeth) (Tystysgrif Sylfaen, Prentisiaeth)

Caerfyrddin
Rhan-amser: blwyddyn

Mae Tystysgrif Sylfaen CIPD mewn Arfer Pobl (Prentisiaeth) yn fan cychwyn gwych i unrhyw un sydd eisiau adeiladu gyrfa yn y proffesiwn pobl. P’un a ydych eisoes yn gweithio ym maes AD neu newydd ddechrau, bydd ycymhwyster lefel mynediad hwn yn rhoi i chi’r wybodaeth, y sgiliau a’r ymddygiadau hanfodol sydd eu hangen arnoch i wneud gwahaniaeth go iawn yn eich sefydliad.

Mae’r cwrs hwn wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer y rhai sy’n gobeithio cael eu rôl gyntaf yn y proffesiwn pobl, p’un a yw hynny’n golygu AD, recriwtio, neu swyddi eraill sy’n canolbwyntio ar bobl. Mae’n darparu sylfaen gadarn mewn Arfer Pobl, gan eich helpu i ddeall sut mae pobl a sefydliadau yn gweithio gyda’i gilydd. Mae’r cymhwyster hwn yn rhoi i chi’r sgiliau i gyflawni tasgau allweddol sydd o fudd i’ch sefydliad ar lefel weithredol, gan eich galluogi i gefnogi a chyfrannu at redeg swyddogaethau Adnoddau Dynol bob dydd yn ddidrafferth.

Drwy gydol y cwrs, byddwch yn datblygu dealltwriaeth glir o gysyniadau pwysig ym maes Arfer Pobl, megis sut i gefnogi cydweithwyr, gwella amgylcheddau gwaith, a sicrhau bod y sefydliad yn cyflawni ei nodau. Erbyn diwedd y cymhwyster, bydd gennych yr hyder i ysgogi newid cadarnhaol o fewn eich sefydliad. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i gefnogi eich cydweithwyr yn y gweithle, rheoli perthnasoedd yn effeithiol, a dylanwadu ar benderfyniadau sy’n gwella arferion gwaith i bawb.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Course length:
Rhan-amser: blwyddyn

£1,700 – efallai bod cyllid llawn ar gael i fyfyrwyr cymwys

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn

01
Ennill cymhwyster y Sefydliad Siartredig Personél a Datblygu (CIPD) a sylfaen gadarn ym maes arfer pobl
02
Gweithio gyda thiwtoriaid cyfeillgar, profiadol sy’n arwain drwy ymarfer​
03
 Byddwch yn dod yn rhan o rwydwaith o weithwyr proffesiynol a chael mynediad i ddigwyddiadau ac adnoddau datblygiad proffesiynol ychwanegol trwy ein cysylltiadau cryf â changen leol y Sefydliad Siartredig Personél a Datblygu (CIPD).

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Yn ystod y cwrs byddwch yn astudio pedair uned graidd: Diwylliant Busnes, Ymddygiad Craidd, Dadansoddeg, a Hanfodion Arfer Pobl. Mae’r unedau hyn yn darparu sylfaen gadarn, gan eich helpu i ddeall egwyddorion allweddol rheolaeth pobl a sut maent yn berthnasol mewn gwahanol leoliadau sefydliadol. Byddwch yn dysgu sut i gefnogi newid yn effeithiol a chael effaith barhaol ar eich gweithle.

Busnes, Diwylliant a Newid mewn Cyd-destun

(5 credydau)

Egwyddorion Dadansoddeg

(4 credydau)

Ymddygiadau Craidd ar gyfer Gweithwyr Proffesiynol Pobl

(4 credydau)

Hanfodion Arfer Pobl

(11 credydau)

Ymwrthodiad

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Gwybodaeth allweddol

  • Mae’r cymhwyster hwn wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer dysgwyr 18 oed ac yn hŷn. Nid oes angen unrhyw gymwysterau blaenorol ar gyfer y cwrs hwn, er bod disgwyl i chi ddangos y gallu i ysgrifennu’n academaidd ar lefel 3.​

    Cyngor a Chymorth Derbyn  

    Efallai y gwnawn ni roi cynnig is i chi yn seiliedig ar ystod o ffactorau, fel eich cefndir, profiadau ac amgylchiadau unigol. Gelwir hyn yn‘Derbyniadau Cyd-destunol’. I gael cyngor a chymorth penodol, gallwch gysylltu â’n tîm ymholiadau i gael rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion mynediad. 

    Gofynion Iaith Saesneg  

    Os nad Saesneg yw eich iaith gyntaf, neu os nad ydych wedi astudio drwy gyfrwng y Saesneg o’r blaen, mae ein gofyniad arferol yn gyfwerth â sgôr o 6.0 y System Brofi Iaith Saesneg Rhyngwladol (Prawf Academaidd IELTS), heb gael llai na 5.5 ym mhob un o’r is-brofion. Rydym hefyd yn derbyn profion iaith Saesneg eraill.  

    Ewch i ymweld ag adran Ceisiadau Rhyngwladol ein gwefan i ddysgu rhagor am ein Gofynion Iaith Saesneg a Chyrsiau Iaith Saesneg ymlaen llaw. 

     Gofynion fisa ac ariannu 

    Os nad ydych o’r DU ac nid oes gennych breswyliad yma yn barod, efallai bydd angen i chi wneud cais am fisa.  

    Ar gyfer cyrsiau sy’n fwy na chwe mis, bydd angen fisa myfyrwyr arnoch chi.  

    Dylai myfyrwyr rhyngwladol sydd angen fisa Myfyriwr wneud cais am ein cyrsiau llawn amser gan eu bod yn gymwys ar gyfer nawdd fisa Myfyriwr.   

    I gael yr holl wybodaeth, darllenwch y dudalen gwneud cais am fisa a chanllawiau.    

    Sylwch mai dim ond ar gyfer rhaglenni wyneb yn wyneb, ar gampws, heb elfennau astudio ar-lein y gall myfyrwyr sy’n derbyn Cymorth Ffederal yr Unol Daleithiau wneud cais.

  • Does dim arholiadau. Byddwch yn cael eich asesu trwy aseiniadau ysgrifenedig.

  • Bydd y costau ychwanegol yn cynnwys aelodaeth myfyriwr CIPD gorfodol ac opsiwn i brynu gwerslyfrau. 
    Cost Aelodaeth Myfyriwr o CIPD yw £109 y flwyddyn, yn ogystal â ffi ymuno o £40 (Awst 2024).

  • Mae rhai modylau ar y cwrs hwn ar gael i’w hastudio trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg yn llawn neu’n rhannol. Ym mhob achos bydd myfyrwyr yn gallu cyflwyno asesiadau ysgrifenedig trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg.  

    Os byddwch chi’n dewis astudio eich cwrs yn llawn neu’n rhannol drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg, efallai y byddwch yn gymwys i wneud cais am ysgoloriaethau a bwrsariaethau i’ch cefnogi gyda’ch astudiaethau. 

    Rydym yn adolygu ein darpariaeth cyfrwng Cymraeg yn gyson a bydd union  argaeledd modylau yn amodol ar argaeledd a diddordebau ymchwil staff, pynciau astudio newydd, amserlennu a’r galw gan fyfyrwyr. Os yw eich cwrs yn cynnig modylau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg gall y math o fodwl amrywio o flwyddyn i flwyddyn ac fe fydd yn amodol ar gyrraedd isafswm nifer myfyrwyr. Golyga hyn na ellir gwarantu argaeledd modylau cyfrwng Cymraeg penodol.  

    Cyfleoedd Cymraeg Allgyrsiol 

    Yn ogystal, mae nifer o ffyrdd i ymgysylltu â’r diwylliant a bywyd Cymreig yn PCYDDS, gan gynnwys ymuno â chlybiau a chymdeithasau ar gyfer siaradwyr Cymraeg ac ymuno â Changen fywiog y Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol.  

    Cyfleoedd i Ddysgu Cymraeg 

    Rydym hefyd yn darparu amrywiaeth o gyfleoedd i ddysgu ac i ddatblygu eich sgiliau Cymraeg.  

  • Efallai eich bod yn gymwys i gael arian i helpu i gefnogi eich astudiaethau.  I ddysgu am ysgoloriaethau, bwrsarïau a chyfleoedd ariannu eraill sydd ar gael, ewch i’n hadran Ysgoloriaethau a Bwrsarïau.

  • Bydd cyflawni Tystysgrif Sylfaen mewn Arfer Pobl* Lefel 3 CIPD yn caniatáu dilyniant i Ddiploma Cysylltiol mewn Rheoli Pobl Lefel 5 CIPD. Bydd y cymhwyster yn galluogi myfyrwyr i wneud cais am swyddi sy’n gofyn am statws CIPD lefel 3. 

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CIPD - People Practice (Apprenticeship) (Foundation Certificate, Apprenticeship)

Carmarthen
1 Year Part-time

CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice Apprenticeship is a fantastic starting point for anyone looking to build a career in the people profession. Whether you are already working in HR or just starting out, this entry-level qualification will equip you with the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to make a real impact in your organisation.

This course is designed for those who are aiming for their first role in the people profession, whether that means HR, recruitment, or other people-focused positions. It provides a solid grounding in People Practice, helping you understand how people and organisations work together. This qualification gives you the tools to deliver key tasks that benefit your organisation at an operational level, allowing you to support and contribute to the smooth running of everyday HR functions.

Throughout the course, you will develop a clear understanding of important concepts in People Practice, such as how to support colleagues, improve work environments, and ensure the organisation is meeting its goals. By the end of the qualification, you will have the confidence to drive positive change within your organisation. You will learn how to support your colleagues in the workplace, manage relationships effectively, and influence decisions that improve working practices for everyone.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • English
Course length:
1 Year Part-time

£1700 – full funding may be available for eligible students

Why choose this course?

01
To become CIPD qualified and gain a solid grounding in people practice
02
To become CIPD qualified and gain a solid grounding in people practice
03
Become part of a network of professionals and gain access to additional professional development events and resources through our strong links with the local CIPD branch

What you will learn

During the course you will study four core units: Business Culture, Core Behaviours, Analytics, and the Essentials of People Practice. These units provide a solid foundation, helping you understand the key principles of people management and how they apply in various organisational settings. You’ll learn how to support change effectively and make a lasting impact on your workplace.

Business, Culture and Change in Context

(5 credits)

Principles of analytics

(4 credits)

Core Behaviours for People Professionals

(4 credits)

Essentials of People Practice

(11 credits)

Disclaimer

  • The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.

    You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.

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You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Further information

  • This qualification is designed for learners aged 18 plus. No previous qualifications are necessary for this course, though you will be expected to demonstrate the ability to
    write academically at level 3.

    Admissions Advice and Support  

    We may make you a lower offer based on a range of factors, such as your background, experiences and individual circumstances. This is known as ‘Contextual Admissions’. For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.  

    English language requirements  

    If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.  

    Visit the International Applications section of our website to find out more about our English Language Requirements and pre-sessional English Language Courses. 

    Visa and funding requirements  

    If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa.  

    For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa.  

    International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship.   

    For full information read our visa application and guides.    

    Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.  

  • There are no exams. Assessment will be via written assignments.

  • Additional costs include mandatory CIPD student membership and optional purchase of textbooks.
    Student Membership of the CIPD costs £109 per year, plus a £40 joining fee (August 2024).

  • Some modules in this course are available to study through the medium of Welsh either fully or partially. In all cases students will be able to submit written assessments through the medium of Welsh.  

    If you choose to study your course either fully or partially through the medium of Welsh, you may be eligible to apply for scholarships and bursaries to support you with your studies. 

    We are continuously reviewing our Welsh medium provision, the precise availability of modules will vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course offers modules available through the medium of Welsh this may vary from year to year, and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific Welsh medium modules cannot be guaranteed.  

    Extracurricular Welsh Opportunities 

    There are many ways to engage with Welsh culture and life at UWTSD, including joining clubs and societies for Welsh speakers and becoming a member of our vibrant Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol branch.  

    Opportunities to Learn Welsh 

    We also provide a variety of opportunities to learn and develop your Welsh language skills.   

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries.

  • Successful achievement of the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice will allow progression onto the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management. The qualification will enable students to apply for positions requiring level 3 CIPD status.

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Adeiladu’r Sylfeini ar gyfer Chwaraeon (Cwrs Byr)

Dysgu Cyfunol
5 awr o ddysgu hyblyg ar-lein ynghyd â gweithdy ymarferol 1 diwrnod (7 awr)
Ar gyfer hyfforddwyr a gwirfoddolwyr sy'n gweithio gyda phlant 3-11 oed

Mae’r cyrsiau hyn ar gyfer hyfforddwyr a gwirfoddolwyr sy’n gweithio gyda phlant 3-11 oed i gefnogi datblygiad corfforol.

Nid oes gan 70% o blant y sgiliau echddygol hanfodol sydd eu hangen i lwyddo mewn chwaraeon a byw bywyd egnïol ac iach.  

Dewch i ddysgu gydag arbenigwyr byd-eang i fynd i’r afael â’r mater hwn. 

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Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Dwyieithog
Course length:
5 awr o ddysgu hyblyg ar-lein ynghyd â gweithdy ymarferol 1 diwrnod (7 awr)
Entry requirements:
Ar gyfer hyfforddwyr a gwirfoddolwyr sy'n gweithio gyda phlant 3-11 oed

£75

Pam dewis y cwrs hwn?

01
Mae’r cwrs hwn yn cyfuno hyblygrwydd dysgu ar-lein gyda manteision profiad ymarferol.
02
Offer ymarferol wedi’u cefnogi gan dros ddegawd o ymchwil.
03
Sgiliau sy’n cefnogi eich gyrfa mewn chwaraeon a’r tu hwnt.
04
Tystysgrif achrededig gan CIMSPA (10 credyd).
05
Cyd-fynd â Fframwaith Sylfeini Cymru.
06
Gwelliannau sylweddol i sgiliau echddygol plant.

Beth fyddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

  • Deall sut mae sgiliau echddygol plant yn datblygu

  • Addasu gweithgareddau ac offer ar gyfer pob gallu 

  •  Adeiladu hyder a chymhelliant plant

  • Creu amgylcheddau hwyliog, cynhwysol a chadarnhaol 

  • Gweithio’n effeithiol gyda rhieni a theuluoedd

  • Cefnogi llythrennedd corfforol plant

Wedi’i gyflwyno dros 5 awr o ddysgu ar-lein hyblyg ynghyd â gweithdy ymarferol 1-diwrnod (7 awr).

Gwybodaeth bellach

  • Asesiad drwy gwis amlddewis.

  • Y gost fesul cyfranogwr yw £75 (rhad ac am ddim i bobl ifanc 16-18 oed).

  • CIMSPA
    Foundations Framework Wales

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Building Foundations for Sport (Short Course)

Blended
5 hours of flexible online learning plus a 1-day practical workshop (7 hours)
For coaches and volunteers working with children aged 3-11 years

This course is for coaches and volunteers working with children aged 3-11 years to help support physical development.

70% of children lack essential motor skills needed to succeed in sport and lead an active and healthy life.

Learn with global experts to tackle this issue. 

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Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Bilingual
Course length:
5 hours of flexible online learning plus a 1-day practical workshop (7 hours)
Entry requirements:
For coaches and volunteers working with children aged 3-11 years

£75

Why choose this course?

01
This course combines the flexibility of online learning with the benefits of hands-on, practical experience.
02
Practical tools backed by over a decade research.
03
Skills that support your career in sport and beyond.
04
CIMSPA-accredited certificate (10 credits).
05
Alignment to the Foundations Framework Wales.
06
Significant improvements to children’s motor skills.

What you will learn

  • Understand how children’s motor skills develop

  • Adapt activities and equipment for all abilities

  • Build children’s confidence & motivation

  • Create fun, inclusive, and positive environments

  • Work effectively with parents and families

  • Support children’s physical literacy

Delivered across 5 hours of flexible online learning plus a 1-day practical workshop (7 hours).

Further information

  • Assessment is via a multiple choice quiz.

  • The cost per participant is £75 (or free for 16-18 year olds).

  • CIMSPA
    Foundations Framework Wales

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Lefel 3 - SKIP-Cymru (Hyfforddiant Kinesthetig Llwyddiannus ar gyfer Plant Cyn-ysgol/Cynradd) (Cwrs Byr, Dysgu Gydol Oes)

Dysgu Cyfunol
2 ddiwrnod hyfforddiant wyneb yn wyneb a 5 awr o ddysgu hyblyg

SKIP-Cymru (Hyfforddiant Cinesthetig Llwyddiannus i Blant Cyn-ysgol/Cynradd) 

Hyfforddiant achrededig wedi’i argymell gan y Llywodraeth i gefnogi iechyd a llesiant mewn dysgu sylfaenol.

Mae’r cwrs hyfforddi hwn yn cynnig dealltwriaeth gynhwysfawr o ddatblygiad corfforol plant, gan roi i chi’r wybodaeth i’w defnyddio’n effeithiol yn ymarferol. 

Byddwch chi’n dyfnhau eich arbenigedd mewn hyrwyddo symudiad o ansawdd uchel, gan eich galluogi chi i ddarparu profiadau sy’n briodol i ddatblygiad i blant a chefnogi teuluoedd yn y broses.

Trwy ddau weithdy wyneb yn wyneb dan arweiniad arbenigwyr trwy gydol y tymor, cewch gyfle i gydweithio â gweithwyr proffesiynol blaenllaw, mireinio eich dull gweithredu, a mynd i’r afael â heriau penodol sy’n unigryw i’ch ysgol neu’ch lleoliad.

Mae’r cymhwyster hwn wedi’i anelu at yr holl staff sy’n cefnogi gweithgarwch corfforol pobl ifanc mewn lleoliadau addysg, iechyd, hamdden a chymunedol.

  • Cynorthwywyr addysgu, staff meithrin a Meithrin (cyfrwng Cymraeg).
  • Ffisiotherapyddion, ymwelwyr iechyd, dieteg, bydwragedd.
  • Staff datblygu chwaraeon, staff hamdden a chymunedol.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
Language:
  • Saesneg
Course length:
2 ddiwrnod hyfforddiant wyneb yn wyneb a 5 awr o ddysgu hyblyg

£100

Pam mae angen yr hyfforddiant hwn arnoch

01
SKIP-Cymru yn gosod y sylfeini ar gyfer Gweithgarwch Corfforol, Iechyd a Llesiant
02
Cefnogi 12 egwyddor addysgeg Cwricwlwm Cymru
03
Gwella hyder, cyfathrebu a pherfformiad academaidd plant
04
Cefnogi iechyd corfforol a meddyliol plant
05
Mae ymarferwyr yn dysgu sut i ddadansoddi symudiad a chreu amgylcheddau sy'n cefnogi datblygiad corfforol plant mewn dull cynhwysol sy'n seiliedig ar chwarae
06
Tystiolaeth o'ch effaith ar ganlyniadau disgyblion

Beth byddwch chi'n ei ddysgu

Elfennau allweddol:

Hyfforddiant wyneb yn wyneb                                                                       

Bydd angen i chi fynychu dau ddiwrnod hyfforddi wyneb yn wyneb dros dymor gyda gweithdai theori a rhai ymarferol.

Dysgu o Bell                                                                                                           

Cyflwynir damcaniaethau a chynnwys Dysgu o Bell trwy blatfform e-ddysgu ar-lein rhyngweithiol, y gellir ei gyrchu yn eich amser eich hun. Byddwch yn cwblhau 5 awr o theori ar-lein hyblyg.

Offer                                                                                                                       

Er mwyn cael yr effaith fwyaf ar ddatblygiad corfforol plant, mae angen mynediad at ystod o offer priodol. Gallwn ni eich cynorthwyo chi gydag archwiliad o’ch darpariaeth bresennol.

  • Datblygiad corfforol o enedigaeth i ganol plentyndod, gan gynnwys integreiddio echddygol synhwyraidd a cherrig milltir datblygiadol

  • Sut mae symud yn cyfrannu at ddatblygiad plant ehangach, gan gynnwys datblygiad gwybyddol, sgiliau cymdeithasol, iaith a chyfathrebu, hunan-barch, hyder a gwytnwch

  • Dulliau ar gyfer datblygu geirfa symud eang sy’n cefnogi amrywiaeth ac ansawdd mewn gweithgarwch corfforol

  • Theorïau datblygiad echddygol a sut y gallwch chi ddefnyddio’r rhain drwy ystod o strategaethau yn eich ymarfer  

  • Sut i ddadansoddi symudiad a chreu amgylcheddau sy’n cynorthwyo datblygiad corfforol plant gyda dull cynhwysol sy’n seiliedig ar chwarae

  • Strategaethau ar gyfer gweithio gyda rhieni a gofalwyr i gefnogi datblygiad eu plant gartref

Further information

  • Asesu trwy’r platfform e-Ddysgu ar-lein gyda chwisiau byr amlddewis.

  • £100 y pen.

  • Darganfyddwch sut mae SKIP Cymru yn gwneud gwahaniaeth mewn ysgolion. Yn y fideos byr hyn, mae athrawes feithrin, arweinydd iechyd a lles a phennaeth o Abertawe yn rhannu eu profiadau o fynychu hyfforddiant SKIP-Cymru - o wella sgiliau a hyder plant i gefnogi eu dysgu.

  • “Rydym yn credu y dylai rhaglenni fel SKIP Cymru gael eu gweithredu ledled y wlad i sicrhau bod pob plentyn yn datblygu’r Sgiliau Modur Sylfaenol hanfodol y maen nhw’n ei wneud. Mae’n rhaid iddyn nhw baratoi ar gyfer bywyd diweddarach.”
    Pwyllgor Iechyd a Gofal Cymdeithasol, Senedd Cymru/ Health and Social Care Committee, Senedd Cymru

    “Derbyniodd yr holl staff hyfforddiant Datblygu a Chefnogi Datblygiad Corfforol mewn Plentyndod Cynnar, gan drawsnewid ethos yr ysgol gan fod pob aelod o staff bellach yn gweld pwysigrwydd symud. Cafwyd effaith gadarnhaol enfawr ar ddatblygiad modur y plant, fodd bynnag, trosglwyddwyd hyn hefyd i’w brwdfrydedd, canolbwyntio, ymgysylltu ac ymddygiad cadarnhaol mewn meysydd dysgu eraill.”
    Pennaeth, Sir Benfro/ Headteacher, Pembrokeshire

    “Cawsom arolygiad Ofsted, ac arsylwyd ar fy ngwers Addysg Gorfforol. Gwnaeth yr arolygydd arweiniol argraff ar yr ystod o weithgareddau deniadol a oedd yn darparu ar gyfer holl anghenion y plant ac roedd ganddo ddiddordeb mewn clywed am fuddion yr offer sy’n briodol yn ddatblygiadol ac agweddau eraill o’r hyfforddiant. Amlygwyd y sesiwn addysg gorfforol yn adroddiad swyddogol Ofsted; Mae’n enwog am ddatblygu gwybodaeth a sgiliau dwfn.”
    Athro, Lloegr/ Teacher, England

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