Founded in 1952, Dalian Ocean University is a higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Dalian (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Liaoning. Officially recognized by the Educational Department of Liaoning Province, Dalian Ocean University (DOU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Dalian Ocean University (DOU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. DOU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.