Founded in 1935, Anhui Polytechnic University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Wuhu (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Anhui. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Anhui Province, Anhui Polytechnic University (AHPU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Anhui Polytechnic University (AHPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. AHPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.