Overview
Good transport systems and projects are critical to the development of sustainable cities.On Transforming Urban Mobility - Components of Transport Planning for Sustainable Cities at UCL by FutureLearn, you’ll consider the Avoid-Shift-Improve (ASI) framework – particularly the ‘Shift’ and ‘Improve’ dimensions – as key components of a sustainable urban mobility strategy.
Learn why sustainable cities are important
As cities grow, transport and city planners have to identify how to reduce emissions in an urban landscape still dominated by cars.Creating transport systems that encourage sustainable travel behaviours is crucial. You’ll learn how to improve public transport, walking and cycling and how to improve the environmental impact of vehicles.Programme Structure
Topics:
Travel demand management
Public transport
Walking, public spaces, and cycling
Low-emission vehicles
Decision-making processes and participation
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 35 days
- 3 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Sustainable Development Urban Planning View 7 other Short Courses in Urban Planning in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This course is intended for transport and city planning practitioners in the Global South, including in Africa, South America, and Asia. This includes academics, researchers, students, and those working in national and city authorities, consultancies, and civil society.
It will have wider interest for other interested stakeholders and members of the public, including for those in the Global North. Indeed, it will be of interest for anyone who is keen to understand how sustainable urban mobility can support the planning of great cities.
Tuition Fee
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International
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59 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 59 USD for the full programme during 35 days.
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Funding
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