Events & Courses

Jan
22
Fri
UW Master of Infrastructure Planning and Management
Jan 22 – Apr 30 all-day

University of Washington

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF NEXT GENERATION INFRASTRUCTURE

Well-planned infrastructure strengthens the resiliency, sustainability, and the economic viability and livability of communities. Offered by the University of Washington Department of Urban Design and Planning, the Master of Infrastructure Planning and Management online degree prepares you to lead the development of the next generation of critical infrastructure systems — improving security, and accessibility. Gain a broad understanding of the complexity and the interdependencies between infrastructure systems — communications, public health, water, energy, food and transportation — with a final project that allows you to showcase your acquired knowledge about an infrastructure issue of your choice.

PROGRAM FEATURES

  • In-depth courses covering key topics such as infrastructure finance, emergency management, green infrastructure practices, urban mobility, climate change, urban informatics, geographic information systems, social equity and inclusion, and community resilience
  • Examination of key infrastructure sectors and their essential components through the lens of systems thinking
  • All-hazards risk management approach, shaped by faculty and industry experts, that complements a traditional emergency management focus, encompassing threats from natural hazards, deterioration, cyber penetrations, and climate change
  • Instruction based on case studies and problem solving to strengthen critical thinking and leadership skills
  • Increased focus on use of data analysis tools and systems to improve decision making and strategic planning

CONVENIENT ONLINE FORMAT

Take advantage of our robust online learning platform to complete your degree no matter where you live or work. This 100% online program is specifically designed with working professionals in mind, allowing those in a global mobile workforce to earn their graduate degree. Study with UW faculty and industry practitioners who offer diverse expertise in their respective fields.

 

University of Washington

Mar
2
Tue
Oxford DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development
Mar 2 all-day

Oxford DPhil

DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development

A flexible, part-time doctoral programme over four to eight years.

Starting October 2021.

The Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) provides outstanding graduates with an opportunity to pursue in-depth and rigorous research into the pressing challenges of urban sustainability.

You will receive guidance from your University supervisor, be encouraged to develop your independent research skills through our doctoral training initiatives and have full access to Oxford’s research facilities and online resources.

Potential supervisors are available from a range of specialists across the University of Oxford.

Find out more about the doctoral programme.

Jun
14
Mon
Reuters Events Car of the Future
Jun 14 – Jun 15 all-day

Reuters

 

Changing emission standards, environmental and public concerns, increased road accidents and new technology are driving the biggest change automotive has ever seen. Delivering the sustainable, consumer loved, and actively safe vehicle takes time and money, but you only have so long before another competitor wins market share.

OEMs must make technological leaps in both electric vehicles and more-efficient internal combustion engines, whilst advancing autonomous tech to achieve zero road fatalities.

As this year’s Reuters Events Car of the Future 2021 we will showcase how OEMs are building the vehicle of the future to create a safer and sustainable world. This meeting is the one place for all your automotive tech news, updates and benchmarks, featuring the most impressive line-up in history!

Find out more here: https://reutersevents.com/events/automotivefuturecar/