Ystrad Mynach College is a college of further education based in Ystrad Mynach in Caerphilly county borough, Wales. It has over 13,000 students ranging from school leavers to adult mature students. It teaches mainly vocational courses from entry level to Degree (in collaboration with UWIC, University of Wales, Newport and the University of Glamorgan). The college offers courses in the following areas: The college was opened in 1959 to meet the needs of the local coal mining industry. Since the 1970s the curriculum has diversified to assist the diversification and development of the locality. The College works closely with Caerphilly County Borough Council to improve the economic future of the County Borough. The main campus is in Ystrad Mynach. Since 2001 The College has invested heavily in its estate. Scholars Restaurant at The College Ystrad Mynach opened in May 2007 by S4C TV Chef Dudley Newberry. It is open during term time on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and can cater for groups of up to 70. Bookings can be made by calling The College. Hair and Beauty Salons are situated in both the Ystrad Mynach and Rhymney campuses.