Established in 1976, Sichuan University of Arts and Science is a higher-education institution located in the large city of Tongchuan (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Sichuan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Sichuan Province, Sichuan University of Arts and Science is a medium-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Sichuan University of Arts and Science offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. Sichuan University of Arts and Science also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.