Cardiff University
Cardiff University
Cardiff University is a prestigious university located in Cathays Park, Cardiff, Wales. Founded in 1883, it is one of the 24 research-intensive universities in the Russell Group. The university has 23 departments, organized into five colleges: Business and Law, Engineering and Environmental Design, Health and Life Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Cardiff University ranks 21st in the UK's Research Assessment Exercise (RAE).Cardiff offers over 350 different courses, covering fields such as business, law, engineering, architecture, optometry, computing, maritime studies, media, music, drama, pharmacy, clinical medicine, and urban planning. The university's library is one of the most modern in the UK and the largest comprehensive library in Wales, with nearly 1 million books, 9,000 journals, and over 2.5 million other collections. The library offers over 2,200 seats and is increasingly installing computer workstations, open 24/7 for students to study in a comfortable environment.Cardiff University is located in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, which is one of Europe's most vibrant, prosperous, and safe cities. Cardiff Bay is one of Europe's most exciting waterfront development projects. The majestic city center is made up of impressive stone buildings and tree-lined avenues, with the university situated right in the heart of it. Recently, the university invested £140 million to expand its campus, providing high-quality facilities for its students. Cardiff is known for its modern cultural and entertainment offerings, with the added benefit of low living costs.The university boasts notable alumni, including two Nobel Prize winners: Sir Martin Evans (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, 2007) and Robert Huber (Nobel Prize in Chemistry, 1988), along with many political figures.