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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 UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) 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
What is covered in this course:
- 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;
- The operation of the spatial planning system in the UK, with a special emphasis on inter agency collaboration;
- The assessment of plans and projects through sustainability appraisal and health impact assessment,
- Different HIA tools, including the Spectrum approach to assessment: in theory and in practice;
- Learning to assess the impact of a development on health and well-being.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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.
- If English is not your country's first language, you will be required to provide evidence to show you meet the UK Border Agency and the University's minimum English Language requirements.
Further requirements:
- An up-to-date copy of your Curriculum Vitae (including contact details of a work or academic reference)
- A brief personal statement to support your application
- A copy of your highest qualification certificate and transcript of modules studied
- For UK students, a copy of your photographic proof of ID (i.e. driver's licence/passport
- For non UK students, a copy of your passport. Please note you may need a Visitor Visa to come to the UK to study less than 6 months. Visit UWE's Visas website for more information.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1438 GBP / full≈ 1438 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents896 GBP / full≈ 896 GBP / full
Living costs
Bristol
United Kingdom
750 - 1260 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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