Established in 1946, Wuhan University of Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large metropolis of Wuhan (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Hubei. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of The People's Republic of China, Wuhan University of Technology (WHUT) is a coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Wuhan University of Technology (WHUT) 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 in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. WHUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.