Established in 1998, Thonburi University is a private higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Bangkok (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, Thonburi University (TRU) is a coeducational Thai higher education institution. Thonburi University (TRU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. TRU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.