Established in 1937, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Hong Kong (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong SAR, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a large coeducational HK higher education institution. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 85 years old HK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. PolyU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.