Established in 2010, Abu Dhabi Polytechnic is a private higher-education institution located in the large city of Abu Dhabi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi Polytechnic (ADPoly) is a coeducational Emirati higher education institution. Abu Dhabi Polytechnic (ADPoly) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. ADPoly also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.