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Overview
The common ground is the human environment, which is a major determinant of health and wellbeing. The focus of the Healthy Cities course at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is the planning of healthy human settlements. The module will explore a number of themes related to the nature of settlements and the relationship to health and well-being, and the assessment of plans and projects through sustainability appraisal and health impact assessment.
Learning and Teaching
The module is delivered by way of six study days of face-to-face teaching. These sessions include a range of formats including lectures, tutorials, exercises, site visits and workshops. Materials, including lecture recordings, will be available in virtual learning environments (VLEs).
Programme Structure
Content- The nature of settlements, providing the local human habitat, and the relationship to health and well-being: the settlement health map;
- The conceptualization of the urban environment in terms of global and local environmental sustainability;
- The relationship between health and planning/design: obesity, physical activity and active travel; mental well-being, social networks and neighbourhoods;
- Health equity, social inclusion/exclusion and strategic land use and transport policy;
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Urban Planning View 19 other Short Courses in Urban Planning in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Participants are expected to have a first degree at 2.2 level or above (or equivalent), or alternatively have industrial experience. We strongly recommend that you speak to the course tutor prior to the course if you are unsure about your suitability to complete the course or assessment.
- If you are a non-UK student you will need to show your valid passport on entry to the UK. Please check your eligibility to visit and study in the UK here. If you are a non-Irish EU national currently resident in Ireland please contact us for further advice.
Tuition Fee
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International
1969 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1969 GBP for the full programme during 3 months. -
National
1156 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1156 GBP for the full programme during 3 months.
Living costs for Bristol
750 - 1260 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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