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Overview
Much of our economic activity and output relies on the efficient movement of people and goods. In this module you will be engaged with debates over the relationship between transport, the economy and sustainability and examine how foundational economic principles apply to the transport sector. For example, you will explore the relationship between transport supply and travel demand, the nature of different types of transport market and economic models of how people make transport choices. This will equip you with the ability to critique economic arguments for policy levers such as road pricing as a means of addressing issues like congestion.
Key Features
The second part of the Transport Economics and Appraisal module at the UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) examines economic appraisal as a method to support decision making. You will learn how to apply economic appraisal methods to assess the costs and benefits of transport interventions and think critically about the strengths and limitations of this technique.Programme Structure
On completion of this module, students are able to:- Use economic principles to evaluate transport markets, travel behaviour and policy interventions like congestion pricing.
- Explain and critique the relationship between economics and concepts of sustainability
- Critically evaluate the principles of welfare economics that underpin cost benefit analysis and the economic appraisal of transport investments.
- Apply the principles of UK transport appraisal to assess proposed interventions
Learning and Teaching
- The course will be delivered through a series of lectures and workshops. The interactive lectures will seek to explain the economic and appraisal concepts and these will be supported by practical exercise in the workshops. The lectures will prepare participants for a culminating session in which they are requested to present and critique the results of an economic appraisal for a proposed transport scheme.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Credits
15 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics Transport Management View 19 other Short Courses in Transport Management in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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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
- There are no formal entry requirements if you wish to undertake this course as a stand-alone short 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.
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
- A copy of photographic proof of ID (i.e. driver's licence/passport). For non UK students, this must be a copy of your passport
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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