Delivered Live Online via Zoom.

The Understanding Access and Universal Design in Streetscapes and Activity Centres one-day course provides participants with a practical understanding of access and Universal Design principles as they apply to streetscapes, activity centres and the public realm.

The course explores how streets, pedestrian environments and public spaces can be planned, designed, managed and maintained to support equitable access, participation and inclusion for people of all ages and abilities.

Participants will gain an understanding of the challenges experienced by people with disability, older people, parents with prams and others who may encounter barriers within the built environment. The course examines the legislative framework that underpins access requirements and introduces participants to the key standards, guidelines and design principles that influence accessible streetscape outcomes.

Through practical examples and case studies, participants will learn how common streetscape elements can either create barriers or support inclusion, and how access and Universal Design considerations can be incorporated into planning, design, maintenance and upgrade projects.
The course is designed to build awareness and confidence in identifying access issues and contributing to more inclusive public environments.

What You Will Learn

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of access and inclusion within streetscapes and public spaces.
• Recognise the challenges experienced by people with diverse mobility, sensory and cognitive needs.
• Understand the principles of Universal Design and their application to public environments.
• Interpret the intent and application of key access legislation, standards and guidelines.
• Identify common access barriers within streetscapes and activity centres.
• Understand practical solutions that improve access, safety and usability.
• Contribute to planning, design, maintenance and upgrade projects with greater consideration of access for everyone.
• Communicate more effectively with stakeholders regarding access and inclusion outcomes.

This course is ideal for anyone involved in the planning, design, management or maintenance of public spaces.

Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance upon completion of the course.

Locations and Dates:

Delivered Live Online via Zoom: 10 September 2026, 10.00am – 4.30pm, Melbourne Time.

This course can be hosted ‘In house’ for organisations. This can be done either online or onsite at your venue. A minimum of 10 participants or equivalent fee is applicable. Contact us for more information or to discuss your requirements.