At the tertiary level, the UniSQ, our Foundation Partner, continues to make a stunning economic and education contribution locally, nationally, and internationally. Delivering outstanding people and courses for the real world.
The Education and Training sector is the second biggest employer in the region. According to economy.id employing 7514 full time equivalents in preschool, school, tertiary and community, adult, and other education, across 251 businesses.
The region is littered with outstanding educational opportunities. Equivalent to any other metropolitan approach to learning. It has an exceptional lifelong education offering, a marketers dream when selling Toowoomba City.
They are a recognised tertiary education leader. And for more than 55 years, UniSQ has been giving people access to innovative learning experiences, collaborating to share knowledge and create real, positive change for both people and the planet.
They are a trailblazer, being one of only six universities that are leading research to boost commercialisation and national capabilities in the space sector.
In 2022, the Good Universities Guide gave UniSQ five stars for graduates achieving full time employment and the student’s overall satisfaction with the university put them in Australia’s top 10 universities in the county.
More significantly, for those looking to higher education and associated financial rewards, you need to know that UniSQ is ranked No.1 in Australia for graduate starting salary.
UniSQ does it again
UniSQ continues to be our region’s leading contributor to the tertiary knowledge economy. Its multi-campus teaching and research institution provides education with global reach, they produce highly sought-after graduates.
For the city, there is no doubt the growth and success of UniSQ has been a important piece in the city’s transformation over the years. Combine the city’s education options and accolades, with the region’s accessibility, growing cohort of 18–25-year-olds, growing cultural, arts and entertainment scene, foodie options etcetera, creates, a Toowoomba, Take Me There moment. If you are looking for a university or any education opportunity, we urge all potential learners to check out Toowoomba first.
