Established in 2003, Guangdong University of Science and Technology is a private higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Dongguan (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Guangdong. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Guangdong Province, Guangdong University of Science and Technology (GUST) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Guangdong University of Science and Technology (GUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. GUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.