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MSc - Master of Science
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
JAN
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
JAN
2 years
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About the course
The MSc Transport Planning provides students with a broad knowledge base and understanding of transport provision in relation to planning and placemaking, environmental climate change and its mitigation and transport systems to support mobility and sustainable economic development.
The course offers three pathways:
MSc Transport Planning – a series of block-based (two or three day) modules, covering a variety of topics aimed at building the skills required for transport planning careers. This includes a piece of individual transport planning research (dissertation) undertaken by the student. Start dates are September and January.
MSc Transport Planning with Placement – in addition to the transport planning modules, this course offers the opportunity to undertake a 30 week work placement in a transport-related environment. It is aimed at those who wish to gain experience towards building a professional career. This is a September start only.
MSc Transport Planning with Advanced Research – in addition to the transport planning modules, this course offers the opportunity to undertake an internship with the Smart Mobility Unit and to produce an extended piece of transport planning research. It is aimed at those able to demonstrate experience of research who might be considering a PhD or a research-based career. Start dates are September and January.
All of the course options will equip you with the knowledge to address the current challenges within the field, whilst developing your expertise in transport planning within a low-carbon environment. The course is delivered within an overarching framework that focuses on key issues within the transport sector, ensuring you are able to future-proof your knowledge and career.
Professional Accreditations
Accreditation is currently being sought from the Transport Planning Professional (TPP) bodies, including:
•Transport Planning Society (TPS)
•Chartered Institute of Highways and Transport (CIHT)
The course is designed to satisfy the requirements of the accrediting bodies.
The normal entry requirements for the programme are: an Honours degree in a cognate discipline, for instance geography, normally with a minimum classification of second-class (2.2) or higher graduates with an Honours degree in any discipline who have otherwise demonstrated potential to succeed at postgraduate level will be considered for admission.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,980 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£17,250 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£17,250 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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