Foundations of Applied Systems Thinking (FAST) programme:

The Foundations of Applied Systems Thinking (FAST) programme offers a practical, hands-on route to building the skills needed to understand and improve complex systems—whether you’re working individually or as part of a team. Designed to move beyond theory into real-world application, FAST helps you turn complexity into clarity and action.

What you’ll gain

Delivered across 5 modules in 10 x 2.5-hour sessions, participants will learn how to:

• Understand and navigate complexity within local systems
• Work effectively with multiple perspectives and stakeholders
• Analyse system behaviour and performance
• Identify opportunities for meaningful improvement
• Build collaborative approaches to system change
• Apply learning directly to a live neighbourhood challenge or priority

Why it matters

This is not just a training course—it’s an applied learning experience focused on tackling real issues in real systems, with immediate relevance to your work.

Interested?

For full programme details, including dates and how to apply, please refer to the programme information pack here.