Neath Port Talbot College
Neath Port Talbot College
Tel: 01639 648000
Fax: 01639 648009
Email: admissions@nptc.ac.uk
Web: www. nptc.ac.uk
The College
As the second largest College in Wales, Neath Port Talbot College (NPTC) has one of the widest ranges of full- and part-time, academic and vocational, courses to choose from. We also have a variety of modern apprenticeships to choose from if studying full-time is not for you.
With eight campuses across Neath Port Talbot, friendly staff and facilities that are second-to-none, we can provide you with a caring and supportive learning environment that will help you to reach your potential.
Whatever it is you are looking for, it’s all possible at NPTC, where you’re guaranteed more than just an education.
Courses
NPTC offers a wide variety of courses in Business, Catering, Computing, Construction, Engineering, Creative, Visual & Performing Arts, Hair and Beauty, Sport and much more!
14 -19 years of age
NPTC is truly an inclusive College, offering an array of A Levels, vocational courses and Modern Apprenticeships to suit all ages and interests, as well as Higher Education courses for those wanting to get a university qualification on their doorstep.
With millions of pounds already invested in the very best resources for our learners – from facilities to teaching staff, helps to make the College the first choice for education and training.
Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Do you prefer the practical side of learning rather than academic study?
Apprenticeships offer you valuable hands-on work experience, which will provide you with the practical skills employers are looking for, as well as, the opportunity to attain industry-recognised qualifications helping you secure a permanent job. You can also use the Apprenticeship route for promotion opportunities or advance onto Higher Education.
Typical training routes include: Accountancy; Business Administration; Care; Childcare; Construction; Customer Service; Engineering; Horticulture; Hospitality; IT; Motor Vehicle; Retail and Management.
Apprenticeships at NPTC are an excellent way for employers to develop their existing staff or recruit new employees. A more capable, motivated and responsive workforce can be created that have the practical skills that businesses require.
Productivity will also be improved as people get better at doing their jobs, morale is boosted and staff turnover can be reduced by offering effective training and genuine career progression – employers wishing to find out more should contact the College.
Higher Education, Post Graduate and Professional
NPTC is an accredited College of the University of Glamorgan and offers a number of full- and part-time HE courses in a variety of subjects, both at its Neath and Afan Campuses. Both campuses boast a full range of learner services as well as, excellent facilities, such as the new state-of-the-art HE unit, used exclusively for the delivery of HE courses. To view our courses please visit our website.
Adult Learners
Adult and Community Learning at NPTC covers a wide range of vocational courses both at the Queen Street Centre and Coleg Pontardawe, as well as in centres around Neath Port Talbot County Borough.
We have provision for adults wishing to brush up on their basic literacy and numeracy skills; English for Speaker of Other Languages (ESOL); IT courses (basic to advanced); Modern Foreign Languages; Welsh for Adults and many more.
Employers
trainingwales is the commercial unit of NPTC, specialising in providing high quality, cost-effective, accredited and custom-made training programmes for the public, private and voluntary sector in Wales and beyond.
Working from its base at Twyn yr Hydd House, a Grade II listed building situated in Margam Country Park, trainingwales prides itself in providing innovative and flexible programmes that meet the challenging demands of business life. To find out more visit www.trainingwales.com
Open Days
At NPTC we regularly hold open evenings throughout the year and an open day at the start of the summer. Here you will get a chance to view the College and its excellent facilities, meet the staff and discuss your needs, whether about a particular course or for general advice and guidance.
To find out about our next open events, please visit our website or contact Admissions on 01639 648000 or admissions@nptc.ac.uk .