Toowoomba is a key education center. Many chief universities are locating or setting campuses in this area such as the extensive campuses of Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE and University of Queensland.

The study of nursing focuses on prevention of illnesses and injuries, care of patients of all ages and the promotion of health. This subject is useful for anyone who wishes to be a nurse at hospitals, clinics, assisted living centers or other health institutions.

Australia has a subsidized higher education for students pursuing the undergraduate degrees. They also give loan and grants for the post graduate students. Higher learning starts at undergraduate degree level to a doctoral degree offered in any field of study.

A bachelor’s degree is a three- or four-year undergraduate degree and is the standard for higher education throughout most of the world. Bachelor’s degrees can be earned at state universities, private universities, community colleges, and online universities.