Transportation Planning and Engineering: Infrastructure (MSc)

Study the design, engineering and operation of land transport systems, with our MSc Transportation Planning and Engineering: Infrastructure. With a focus on transport infrastructure, this course looks in detail at traffic engineering, and railway engineering and operations. You can study this course on a full-time, part-time or distance-learning basis.

If you want a career in the transport industry or you're an experienced transport professional interested in enhancing your skills, this degree is ideal.

This course covers everything from the fundamentals of modelling and economics through to the application of software and planning tools using real life examples from around the world. It’s the perfect way to improve your knowledge and employability in the transport sector.

Your course highlights include field trips and a mock public inquiry, where you'll learn about public engagement and the role of public opinion in the transport planning process.

You taught learning includes modules on:

• transport economics
• transport data analysis and techniques
• transport planning: policy and governance
• transport modelling
• highway and traffic engineering
• railway engineering and operations

You’ll also have the chance to choose from a range of modules including:

• transport, energy and the environment
• human factors in engineering
• transport management and safety
• logistics systems operations

You’ll gain experience using a range of transport-related software and you’ll be able to hear directly from a range of industry guest speakers. You’ll also carry out an individual research project on a topic of your choice.

Flexible study

If you prefer, you can apply to study this course as:

• You can also study this course as a part-time master's - you'll study the same course content over 2 or more years.

• From September 2022, you can study this course on a distance-learning basis. You'll study the same course content on a full-time or part-time basis, with face-to-face study for 1 week each semester.

Your modules and fees may vary if you choose a different study option.

Course lead

Dr Ben Waterson is an Associate Professor in Transportation. He has been a member of the Transportation Research Group since 1997, with both teaching and research responsibilities. Find out more on Dr Ben Waterson staff profile.

Related pathways

If you'd prefer to study a different specialism, you can apply for one of our other MSc Transportation Planning and Engineering pathways:

• MSc Transportation Planning and Engineering: Behaviour: Explore the relationships between transport systems, the people who use and run them, and the wider world
• MSc Transportation Planning and Engineering: Operations: Learn about the issues relating to the operation and management of transport systems

You’ll need a 2:1 degree in:

• engineering
• maths
• geography
• planning
• a physical science

If you have a 2:1 degree in another subject please contact the programme lead to discuss whether you are eligible to apply.

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