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Overview
This Transport Policy and Finance module at the UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) is designed to develop your understanding of transport policy-making, considered in the context of social, environmental and technological change. You will examine the nature of transport policies at different levels of governance and the role of stakeholder engagement in developing transport policies.
You will evaluate how transport issues cut across all aspects of social policy, considering the needs of different sectors, different transport modes, and different population groups. The module also examines options for funding and financing investment in the transport sector.
Learning and Teaching
The module will be delivered through a series of interactive lectures and workshops.
Programme Structure
On completion of this module, students are able to:- Enter into a sophisticated debate about the key challenges presented by increasingly mobile societies and economies worldwide and the appropriate responses for transport planning and finance
- Critically comment on the role of transport and how it interacts with other policy sectors
- Explain the objectives, contexts, institutions and practices of transport policy and finance and identify contrasts between international examples
- Explain how policy, finance and regulation operate in respect of a range of modes of transport
- Critically analyse the concept of sustainable transport through application to the current transport system
Study time
- This module will involve 6 hours direct contact time, per session, accross one semester.
- Each 15 credit course (module) is expected to take 150 hours to complete.
- 36 hrs directed contact learning
- 36 hrs independent study
- 78 hrs assessment, including preparation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Finance Transport Management Public Policy View 45 other Short Courses in Public Policy 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 for participants wishing to undertake this course as a stand-alone CPD course without the optional module 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
- 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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