Established in 1968, China University of Science and Technology is a  private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Taipei City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Taipei.  Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Republic of China (Taiwan), China University of Science and Technology (CUST) is a coeducational higher education institution. China University of Science and Technology (CUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. See the EduListing degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. 