USQ is committed to the Surat Basin and South-West Queensland

The University of Southern Queensland has a unique opportunity to assist community and industry located within the Surat Basin and south-west Queensland to obtain the best outcomes from the projected economic and social growth of the region. As the local university, USQ recognises its role as a lead partner in creating a sustainable regional community through the provision of education, research and community support services within the region.

The USQ Goals for the Surat Basin and south-west Queensland region are to be:

• Education - the major provider of higher education services to the region
• Research - the preferred research provider in areas of regional significance
• Community support - recognised as contributing to vibrant and sustainable regional communities through cultural, educational and community services.