Founded in 1975, Hubei Polytechnic University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the metropolis of Huangshi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Hubei. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Hubei Province, Hubei Polytechnic University (HBPU) is a large coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Hubei Polytechnic University (HBPU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. HBPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.