Professional/Short Course Heath Impact Assessments

Entry year
2025/26
Course code
Z51000226
Application
University
Level
Professional/Short Course
School
School of Architecture and Environment
Campus
Frenchay
Duration
1 Day
Delivery
In-Person
Course Director
Dr Michael Buser

Page last updated 29 July 2025

Introduction

This one-day CPD course introduces Health Impact Assessment (HIA) in the context of planning healthy places. It is designed for professionals in local government, health and care systems, and consultancies who are involved in planning, development, and public health.

This course, Health Impact Assessment in Planning Healthy Places, provides a comprehensive overview of HIA, its role in planning, and its application in real-world scenarios. 

Participants will explore the history, stages, and benefits of HIA, engage in practical exercises including role plays and case studies, and gain insights into quality assurance processes. The course is led by UWE academics and WHO Collaborating Centre visiting professors, offering a blend of academic and practice-based expertise.

Structure

Content

The day comprises of two sessions.

Morning Session:

  • Introduction to HIA: history, stages, types, and roles
  • Health in all policies (HiAP) and planning for health
  • Creating HIA policies and threshold requirements

Afternoon Session:

  • Scoping and undertaking HIA: frameworks, health issues, and role play
  • Reviewing and quality assuring HIA: QA frameworks and role play
  • Reflection and Discussion 

Prices and dates

Supplementary fee information

All prices are VAT exempt.

2025/26

CohortPrice
Autumn 2025£200

 

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