It's short for bureau of culture and education. In some places, the functions of culture and education are implemented in one bureau, referred to as the Bureau of Culture and Education.

The Bureau of Culture, Education and Sport is a comprehensive management department that undertakes the business of culture, education, sports, press and publication. Mainly responsible for the region's education, teaching reform, teaching research and school management, responsible for the region's culture, press and publication, cultural market comprehensive law enforcement, sports and anti-pornography and illegal publications.