Macau University of Science and Technology was founded in 2000. Upholding the motto of “Dedication to practical studies, Enhancement of knowledge, Ability and Quality”, MUST adheres to its mission “to promote cultural exchange, nurture intellectual growth, foster economic development, and further societal progress”. The University aligns closely with the needs of Macau and the rapid development of the motherland, draws on and incorporates experiences from world-class higher education institutions, creates and offers a great diversity of educational programs, emphasizes both teaching and research, aims to cultivate high-quality talents, achieves breakthrough development of the University, strives to join the ranks of renowned universities in the Asia-Pacific region. The University currently has nine colleges, two national key laboratories, one coastal zone ecological environment national observation and research station, six key research partner bases and joint laboratories in humanities and social sciences, over 20 research institutes, and a total of over 23,000 students. It has become the largest comprehensive university in Macau.