Student Life

Subject: Nursing (Child)

University: University of South Wales

Where are you from: Pembrokeshire

What would you do with £3,000: Go on holiday!

Favourite band or artist: Bronwen Lewis

Enjoy at university: The feeling of being in a community

Favourite social media account: Manonmai8

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Opportunity to continue to use the Welsh language

Ambition: Work as a child nurse with the NHS

Why be an ambassador: To work at the Pembrokeshire Eisteddfod this year

Why choose the subject: Always wanted to work with children and in the health sector. Opportunity to do both!

Interests: Netball, reading and watch films

Subject: Professional Welsh

University: Aberystwyth

Where are you from: Newtown

Why choose the subject: Studying Welsh in school was a fun and I want to continue studying the language.

Why be an ambassador: Attend events like the Eisteddfod and make new friends.

Interesting fact: I can speak four languages, and I'm currently learning another one.

Hero: Elidyr Glyn

Interests: Singing with the aelwyd, learning new languages, Girlguiding, going on a walk with friends.

Ambition: Translator possibly?

Favourite TV programme: C'mon Midffild

Enjoying at university: I am able to live in a beautiful place and in a Welsh community.

Subject: Musical Theatre

University: Trinity Saint David

Where are you from: Porthmadog

Why be an ambassador: Promote Welsh language courses and the advantages

Favourite band or artist: Mared

Ambition: Be a member of Welsh of the West End

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Relevant lessons and an opportunity to create contacts within the industry.

Interesting fact: I can do impressions

Interests: Theatre, singing, F1

What would you do with £3,000: Take part in activities that I would not have been able to pay for without the money. And help with socialising and making new friends.

Favourite social media account: Hansh

Why choose the subject: It's a subject I'm passionate about, which also includes education which will benefit my future.

Subject: Human Geography

University: Swansea

Where are you from: Ystalyfera

Why this subject: Human Geography connects people, places and the world.

Why be an ambassador: Promoting the Welsh language within scientific fields, celebrating the culture and inspiring others to study through the Welsh language

Ambition: Work in urban planning

Interests: Netball and going for walks to see the sunset

What would you do with £3,000: Enjoy and save money

Favourite place in Swansea: Swansea beach

Favourite band or artist: Gwilym or Bronwen Lewis

Favourite TV programme: Y Llais

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Creates opportunities and learn through a unique perspective 

Subject: Music

University: Bangor

Where are you from: Newcastle Emlyn

Ambition: Music teacher in a high school

Favourite band: Bwncath, of course!

Favourite place in Bangor: Brailsford Centre's Astro Pitch

Why study through the medium of Welsh: It's easier, and I gain further experience because of that.

Interests: Rallying, hockey, singing, photography

Interesting fact: I can do cartwheels for at least half a mile.

What would you do with £3,000: Continue to do further rallies and co-driving

Favourite social media account: Hansh

Why be an ambassador: Participate in more school presentation across Wales and attending the Eisteddfod.

Subject: Business and Management

University: Cardiff Met

Where are you from: Criccieth

Interests: Football, gym, running

Favourite place in Cardiff: Cardiff City Stadium or Clwb Ifor Bach

Why choose the subject: Like the idea of marketing and want to understand more about business.

Why be an ambassador: I want useful experiences and to meet new people

Enjoy at university: A lot of people who speak Welsh which is nice

Favourite band: Bwncath

Ambition: I want to travel the world

Favourite TV Programme: Sgorio

Why study through the medium of Welsh: I've studied through the medium of Welsh during all my life (GCSE and A Level), so it's easier for me to study in Welsh.

Subject: Philosophy, Ethics and Religion

University: Bangor

Where are you from: Bangor

Favourite place in Bangor: Blue Sky Cafe

Why the subject: Enjoyed studying RE in the sixth form

What would you do with £3,000: Travel

Enjoy at university: Studying through the medium of Welsh and staying close to home.

Interests: Dancing, art and reading

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Used to it by studying GCSE and A Level in Welsh, and a chance to earn money.

Favourite band or artist: Lewys

Hero: Maggi Noggi

Why be an ambassador: Encourage more individuals to study in Welsh.

Subject: Football coaching and performance

University: University of South Wales

Where are you from: Bridgend

Why choose the subject: Enjoy sports and coaching

Hero: Ben Davies

Enjoy at university: Connections with the language and the feeling of being close to home

Favourite TV programme: Sgorio

Ambition: Enjoy where I'm working and living in the future

Favourite band or artist: Dafydd Iwan

Why be an ambassador: Looking forward to boosting personal confidence and also to see what effect I can have on the side of sports coaching through the Welsh language.

Interests: Sports, running and photography and spending time in West Wales

Interesting fact: My great uncle is the Welshman to ever win the Worlds's Strongest Man competition in 1993 - Gary Taylor.

Subject: Web Development

University: Aberystwyth

Where are you from: Swansea

Why choose the subject: Exciting and challenging subject, that will create opportunities.

Favourite band or artist: Malan or Y Bandana

What would you do with £3,000: Buy a lot of chocolate

Ambition: Use technology to develop the artistic world

Interests: Dance, Yoga, hiking and creating tiktoks

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Important part of my identity

Hero: Mr Urdd

Favourite social media account: Hansh

Enjoying at university: The Welsh community, a feeling of belonging and the opportunity to live and learn in Welsh every day.

Subject: Midwifery

University: Bangor

Where are you from: Anglesey

Ambition: To be a midwife in Wales

Interests: Reading, running, pilates

Favourite band: Super Furry Animals

Why study through the medium of Welsh: I've done so throughout school, and being able to offer care in Welsh is an honour.

Hero: Manon Steffan Ros

Favourite place in Bangor: Blue Sky Cafe

What would you do with £3,000: Spend it on handbooks for university and running competitions

Favourite social media account: sionedcray

Interesting fact: I read 76 books in 2023

Subject: Sports Coaching and Fitness

University: Wrexham

Where are you from: Flintshire

Why choose the subject: I want to be a teacher and help people improve

Interests: Triathlon and music

Why study through the medium of Welsh: I want to improve and further learn.

Interesting fact: I'm a DJ and I produce music

Ambition: Teacher

Why be an ambassador: Help people and meet new people

Favourite TV Programme: Rownd a Rownd

Favourite band or artist: Dafydd Iwan

What would you do with £3,000: Travel around the country

Subject: Welsh second language

University: Swansea

Where are you from: Flintshire

Why study Welsh: Passionate about Wales and the language, and find it interesting.

Why be an ambassador: Promote the language on various platforms.

Favourite social media account: Hansh

Hero: Gwynfor Evans

Favourite band: Fleur de Lys

Interests: Watching rugby and country dancing

Enjoy in university: The Welsh community, traditions and the beach in Swansea (of course)

Interesting fact: I'm learning BSL

What would you do with £3,000: Fully commit to subsequent years and extracurricular activities.

Subject: Law and Welsh

University: Aberystwyth

Where are you from: Anglesey

Favourite band: Cowbois Rhos Botwnnog

What would you do with £3,000: Holiday and keep towards future academic plans.

Enjoy at university: Communicating in Welsh whilst socialising

Favourite TV Programme: C'mon Midffild

Interests: Politics, Music, Agriculture

Why choose the subject: Eager for a career in legal matters

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Chose to study through my mother tongue without hesitation, because it means I will understand the work better.

Favourite place in Aberystwyth: Yr Hen Lew Du

Interesting fact: I've been a young farmers member for 9 years.

Subject: Welsh

University: Cardiff

Where are you from: Ystrad Mynach

Favourite place in Cardiff: Clwb Ifor Bach

Why be an ambassador: Insta Takeovers and a chance to work in Tafwyl

Why study Welsh: Love studying the Welsh literature and the culture

What would you do with £3,000: Holiday

Interests: Music, history and politics

Interesting fact: I'm a crazy cat lady

Why study through the medium of Welsh: The smaller lecture classes confirm greater individual support and of course you are eligible for scholarships!

Enjoy about university: Socialising in Welsh everywhere.

Subject: Nursing (Adult)

University: Aberystwyth

Where are you from: Llannon (Carmarthenshire)

Why be an ambassador: Socialise and getting to know new people

Favourite place in Aberystwyth: Pier Garden in the summer

Interesting fact: You can spell my name the same way backwards and forewords.

Why the subject: Look after others and enjoy seeing people smile, without Mamgu and Dadcu I wouldn't have chosen the subject.

Interests: Chatting, cooking, running, YFC and cows.

Why study through the medium of Welsh: There aren't enough nurses who speak Welsh, we really need more so that individuals feel comfortable receiving care in their first language.

Favourite artist: Gwenda Owen

What would you do with £3,000: Good question! Firstly, I would donate to charity and then save the rest in a bank account for the future.

Heroes: Sali Mali, Eleri Sion and Gillian Elisa

Subject: Welsh and Journalism

University: Cardiff

Where are you from: Machynlleth

Interesting fact: I've interviewed Matthew Rhys and Rhian Wilkinson!

Enjoy at university: The Welsh society

Ambition: Rugby/football reporter

Favourite social media account: HunsCymru

Interests: Rugby, netball, socialising and singing in a choir

Favourite place in Cardiff: Roath Park

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Welsh education is crucial in my opinion, more work experience, opportunities, and smaller classes, mean that it is possible to ask questions and understand the work easily!

Favourite bands or artists: Dafydd Owain, Martha Elen, Achlysurol

Why choose the subject: I would like to follow a career path in journalism and sports, and by studying the Welsh language, I continue to develop linguistic skills and be able to enjoy the Welsh language as a subject.

Subject: Primary Education with QTS

University: Cardiff Met

Where are you from: Denbigh

Hero: Owain Glyndwr

Favourite place in Cardiff: Principality Stadium

Interests: Going on a walk and socialising

Why study through the medium of Welsh: An important part of my identity and keen to use and develop it in my studies and career.

Why be an ambassador: Promote the language and raise awareness of the opportunities available.

Favourite band: Bwncath

Why choose the subject: Because I love working with children and I have a strong desire to make a positive difference in their lives. I see the role of a primary teacher as an important role model, not only in terms of teaching academic skills, but also in building confidence, positive behaviour and strong values ​​among children.

Favourite social media account: Hansh

What would you do with £3,000: If I received £3,000, I would use it to help with the costs of living as a student, including accommodation, travel and everyday costs.

Subject: Journalism and communications

University: Cardiff

Where are you from: Lampeter

Enjoy at university: The Welsh community

What would you do with £3,000: Travel

Interesting fact: I'm interested in planes

Why study through the medium of Welsh: I've already gained many opportunities, and the work is more practical.

Ambition: Job as a News Reporter

Favourite band: Bwncath topped my Spotify Wrapped

Favourite Social media account: Any news related account, mainly - Newyddion S4C or BBC Cymru Fyw

Interests: Playing bowls, reporting and socialising!

Favourite place in Cardiff: Cardiff Bay

Subject: Primary studies with QTS

University: Trinity Saint David

Where are you from: Pontypridd

Interests: Dancing, walking and socialising

Enjoy at university: The Welsh community and Gym Gym events.

Why choose the subject: Passionate to make a difference to the lives of children especially those with Additional Learning Needs.

Favourite TV Programmes: Pobol y Cwm and Rownd a Rownd

Hero: Gwynfor Evans

Favourite place in Carmarthen: Yr Hen Dderwen

Interesting Fact: My GCSE and A Level work was selected to be exhibited as part of Cardiff Met University's Art and Design exhibition.

Ambition: To teach children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Favourite band: Fleur de Lys

Subject: Welsh and French

University: Cardiff

Where are you from: Cardiff

Interests: Languages (obviously), running, travelling!

Favourite band: Gwilym or Fleur de Lys

Interesting fact: I learned Welsh as a second language and I'm also a part of the Orsedd.

Favourite TV programme: Amour a Mynydd but I want a Welsh Traitors... S4C?

Ambition: I'd like to be a teacher!

Hero: Elen from The Traitors - she showcased Welsh to the world, faithful to Welsh!

Enjoy at university: The Welsh community! Everybody knows each other and there are so many opportunities!

Favourite place in Cardiff: I adore any coffee shop here

What would you do with £3,000: Save money and use on my year abroad next year!

Subject: Journalism, Medi and Communications

University: Swansea

Where are you from: Cardiff

Interesting fact: I present a Welsh music podcast called Sŵntrack gyda Joe.

Ambition: Presenter

Favourite social media account: s4cdysgucymraeg

What would you do with £3,000: Pay for the GymGym's trip to Dublin

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Develop my professional skills, as someone who's learnt the language.

Why the subject: I'm an energetic person and want to promote the language through my work.

Favourite band or artist: Eden, Bwncath, Fleur de Lys

Hero: Mirain Iwerydd

Interests: Social media and Welsh music

Subject: Gateway to Medicine

University: Bangor

Where are you from: Llannerch-y-medd, Anglesey

Interests: Running, art and choir

Favourite band: Fleur de Lys

Favourite social media account: awniawniawni (showing lots of gigs)

Enjoying at university: Welsh community, mountainous area and plenty to do outdoors.

Why study through the medium of Welsh: It enables me to express myself clearly and communicate better in my work. As I am passionate about the language it gives an opportunity to show that it is possible to do my degree through the medium of Welsh which is extremely exciting.

Favourite place in Bangor: Library/Pontio

What would you do with £3,000: Save for a trip away with friends/family, buy a stethoscope and university resources.

Why choose the subject: Interest in science, healthcare and due to my caring personality, I felt that medicine was the subject that best suited.

Subject: Ecology and Conservation

University: University of South Wales

Where are you from: Cardiff

Enjoy at university: The mountains and greenery that's everywhere.

Interests: Badminton since joining a university club and reading

Why be an ambassador: Encourage young people to use the Welsh language and to be a part of a community

Favourite social media account: Hansh

Why choose the subject: Interest in animals, the environment and travelling.

Hero: Ruth Jones, Nessa is an icon

What would you do with £3,000: Pay for the second-year trip

Favourite band: Gwilym

Ambition: Continue to travel and visit as much of the world as is possible

Subject: Primary Education

University: Bangor

Where are you from: Pontrhydfendigaid

Why the subject: I want to be a teacher and make a difference to the next generation in the future.

Favourite band: Bwncath

Interests: Paddleboarding, cooking, walking

Why be an ambassador: Improve my Welsh language skills and get to know more ambassadors

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Challenge myself and improve my Welsh. I like the fact that the lectures are small and that we are all known as individuals.

Favourite social media account: Beca Morgan

Interesting fact: I walked 45 miles in less than 10 hours for Movember 2025.

Favourite place in Bangor: Roman Camp

Ambition: My goal for the future is to specialise in working with children who have experienced trauma or absue.

Subject: Welsh and Journalism

University: Cardiff

Where are you from: Swansea

What would you do with £3,000: Travel and buy a new laptop

Hero: Sioned Dafydd

Why choose the subject: Passionate for Welsh and I'd like to be a TV presenter

Interests: Football, Netball and going to the gym

Enjoy at university: The Welsh community and socialising

Favourite band or artist: Gwilym and Eden

Favourite social media account: Sgorio

Interesting fact: I've worked at the Royal Box during Cheltenham Races, I've interviewed Rhian Wilkinson and I've been an extra on Pobol y Cwm.

Why be an ambassador: I'm looking forward to create content and showcase student life and to promote the scholarships in a creative way.

Subject: Welsh and Journalism

University: Cardiff

Where are you from: Efail Isaf

What would you do with £3,000: Enjoy at university!

Heroes: Trystan and Emma

Why be an ambassador: To work on the coleg's stall at the Eisteddfod

Favourite social media account: Cwis Bob Dydd

Interests: Netball, socialising and listening to music

Favourite place in Cardiff: Clwb Ifor Bach

Favourite band or artist: Bwncath, Eden or Meinir Gwilym

Why study through the medium of Welsh: I am Welsh to the core, and I believe that it is crucial for people to continue receiving their education through the medium of Welsh and as I have received education throughout my life in Welsh, it was a natural choice to continue with that system.

Enjoy at university: The Welsh community - meeting a crew of people with the same interests

Subject: Medicine

University: Bangor

Where are you from: Anglesey

Enjoy at university: The area, which offers perfect views for walks.

Hero: Joe Allen

Why choose the subject: Interest in medicine, from modern technology to how the body operates.

Interesting fact: I can play Bohemian Rhapsody on the piano

Favourite place in Bangor: Walking near Menai Bridge before returning for some food at 'Mike's Bites'

Ambition: To be a GP on Anglesey, and maybe create a children's series about the health world on S4C (similar to Operation Ouch).

Favourite TV Programme: C'mon Midffild

Why be an ambassador: Receive new experiences in order to promote and develop my personal qualities, which will add to my career as a doctor in the future.

Subject: Primary Studies with QTS

University: Trinity Saint David

Where are you from: Cas-mael, Pembrokeshire

Why choose the subject: Be a part of a new community of teachers

Why be an ambassador: Looking forward to work at the Eisteddfod in Llantood

Favourite band or artist: Bryn Fôn

What would you do with £3,000: Go on holiday to Majorca

Interests: Farming, singing, walking the coastal path, watching the Ospreys play rugby

Favourite place in Carmarthen: The Cinema

Enjoy at university: Being close to home, and that the Coleg Cymraeg offers plenty of opportunities like scholarships to help develop my experiences in the education department.

Ambition: In the future, I'd like to be a head teacher, and to teach in a school in Germany or Australia

Favourite TV Programme: C'mon Midffild

Subject: Business and Management

University: Cardiff Met

Where are you from: Bethesda

Enjoy at university: The Welsh community and society

Favourite band: Celt

Interesting fact: I'm a twin

Why study through the medium of Welsh: Continue to develop my Welsh and meet new people

Why choose the subject: Interest in the way businesses work and use finance effectively.

Interests: Playing and watching rugby

Hero: Ellis Humphrey Evans

Why be an ambassador: Promote the Welsh language

What would you do with £3,000: Save the money to travel the world