Established in 1999, Hunan University of Arts and Science is a higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Changde (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Hunan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Hunan Province, Hunan University of Arts and Science (HUAS) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Hunan University of Arts and Science (HUAS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. HUAS 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.