1. Practicalities Practicalities of setting up a mindfulness course in an HEI When to do evaluation what type of feedback form what to do with the evaluation post-course support

2. Securing institutional support Identifying a champion Demonstrating need Which department to operate from?

3. Student recruitment Flyers Social media Websites Word of mouth

5. Funding What costs will need to be covered? Will students pay a fee? If so, how much?

6. Admin support What work is involved? who will do it? What work can be delegated?

7. Venue Which location: student services, counselling, well-being, student union, chaplaincy…? Access

8. Equipment Soft floor Mats and cushions Noise light

9. Timing of sessions Morning or evening? Parallel groups with different times?

10. Length of sessions 1.5 hours or 2 hours?

11. Length of course 4, 5, 6 or 8 weeks? Reducing attrition?

12. Student numbers Is there an ideal group size?

13. Evaluation When to do it? what type of feedback form? what to do with the evaluation?