SUNY New Paltz: Cardiff - Study Abroad at Cardiff University

Cardiff University has a long tradition of welcoming international students. With over 3000 international students currently studying at Cardiff, representing over 100 countries, the University has a unique multi-cultural environment. Placed 99 in the Times University World rankings, Cardiff is a leading research university. Cardiff is well respected by major employers across the world. Cardiff University is one of Britain's leading teaching and research universities. The University's breadth of expertise in research and research-led teaching encompasses: the humanities; the natural, physical, health, life and social sciences; engineering and technology; preparation for a wide range of professions; and a longstanding commitment to lifelong learning. The University is located in and around the Portland stone buildings, parks and tree-lined avenues that form Cardiff's magnificent civic center. In recent years, substantial investment has been made in the University estate, including the expansion of life sciences facilities, recent development of a new brain research center and a new building for Optometry and Vision Sciences.