Founded in 1961, Hanoi Architectural University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Hanoi (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Red River Delta. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Training of Vietnam, Hanoi Architectural University (HAU) is a medium-sized coeducational Vietnamese higher education institution. Hanoi Architectural University (HAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 61 years old Vietnamese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. HAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.