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Overview
National and local governments need to make decisions about how to efficiently invest public money in transport interventions to address policy goals. This Transport Modelling and Scenario Planning module at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) introduces you to transport modelling and scenario planning as two contrasting approaches to supporting decision making in the transport sector.
Key Features
Transport models involve understanding, quantifying and predicting people's travel choices (e.g. whether, where, when and how to travel) and assessing the outcomes of these choices for transport networks and for society in general. The purpose of models is to estimate the likely impacts of an intervention more quickly and at a lower cost and risk than is possible through scheme implementation and monitoring. A transport model, for example, might be used to assess the impacts of a road widening scheme or the introduction of a city-wide light rail system.It has become clear in recent years that predictions from transport models can diverge greatly from outcomes. Emphasis is now being placed on recognising uncertainty in forecasting and employing other methods, alongside modelling, which explicitly recognise uncertainty like scenario planning.Programme Structure
On completion of this module, students are able to:- Explain the need for transport models and forecasting methods to support decision making in transport planning.
- Explain the principles underlying different types of modelling, forecasting and visioning methods, evaluating: (i) their suitability for different applications and (ii) how to deal with uncertainty.
- Develop and apply transport models to explain travel patterns and forecast the impact of proposed interventions.
- Explain the principal sources of data used in transport planning and be able to design effective travel surveys.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Transport Management View 23 other Short Courses in Transport Management in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements if you wish to undertake this course as a stand-alone CPD course without the optional course assessment.
- If you wish to complete the course assessment you 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 assessment.
Tuition Fee
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International
1333 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1333 GBP for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
792 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 792 GBP for the full programme during 4 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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