training

Profile:

ud+m are specialists in delivering thought provoking, bespoke training. Our events can contribute to CPD and can be used to support "Localism" by helping to develop local skills and knowledge. ud+m trainers are all experienced practitioners, researchers and academics with expertise in delivering training for both experienced and non-designers. Our recent market research shows us to be amongst the most competitively priced training providers in the UK.

Services:

Our training events combine theoretical knowledge, up to date legislation/guidance and practical case study experience. No prior knowledge of design or the planning system is required. Using contemporary learning and training techniques our courses are hands-on. We provide key information and enhance the learning experience by assisting the participants in applying that information to a local situation or site.

Courses:

Our training is informed by a professional understanding of current development, planning and design issues. We provide a customised range of events. Courses are delivered as full day or half day in-house workshops, or 3 hour evening or Saturday morning sessions for up to 30 attendees.
Our courses are recognised by the Urban Design Group.

List of current courses

Our current events include:

  1. Basic principles of urban design;
  2. Dealing with density and parking;
  3. Character, place making & design coding;
  4. Development valuation and appraisal;
  5. Urban design for small scale and infill sites;
  6. Introduction to the planning process;
  7. The role of the councillor;
  8. Design and Access Statements;
  9. Street design;
  10. Energy efficient urban design;
  11. Architectural appraisal.
Testimonials:
  1. "The training sessions were intense but highly successful, so successful in fact that Jon and Tom have been invited back to ensure that the training opportunity has been extended to as many staff as possible over the last five years."
    Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
  2. "Thank you for your input and enthusiasm in delivering the event... it was a great success and my team have benefited greatly from it."
    Wokingham Borough Council