Founded in 1979, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Zigong (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Sichuan. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of the Sichuan Province, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering (SUSE) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Sichuan University of Science and Engineering (SUSE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. SUSE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.