Established in 1964, Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France (Polytechnic University of Hauts-de-France) is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Valenciennes (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Hauts-de-France. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Cambrai, Maubeuge. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche et de l'Innovation, France (Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation of France), Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France (UPHF) is a large coeducational French higher education institution. Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France (UPHF) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPHF also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.