Transport Planning & Engineering MSc

Program Overview

Edinburgh Napier University's online MSc in Transport Planning & Engineering equips students with the knowledge and skills to address societal transport challenges. Accredited by industry bodies, the program emphasizes transport modeling, policy development, and engineering design, preparing graduates for careers in transport consultancies, government agencies, and beyond.

Program Outline

Transport Planning & Engineering MSc Online Learning - Edinburgh Napier University

Degree Overview:

This MSc program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the transport professions. It focuses on the major transport issues facing society and provides students with the tools to analyze and resolve transport problems. The program is approved by the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) and the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) for Charter status and the TPS/CIHT’s Transport Planning Professional qualification (TPP).

Objectives:

• To develop a comprehensive understanding of transport systems and their impact on society.
• To gain proficiency in transport modelling and appraisal techniques.
• To acquire practical skills in transport planning and engineering.
• To prepare students for professional roles in the transport industry.

Outline:

Program Structure:

• The program is delivered online and can be studied part-time or full-time.
• The duration is 21-33 months.
• Transport Policy: This module examines the development and implementation of transport policies at local, regional, and national levels, including policy analysis, policy evaluation, and policy implementation.
• Public Transport: This module focuses on the planning, operation, and management of public transport systems, including bus, rail, and tram services.
• Transport Economics and Appraisal: This module introduces students to the economic principles underlying transport decision-making, including cost-benefit analysis, economic evaluation, and transport pricing.
• Dissertation (60 credits): This module allows students to undertake an independent research project on a topic of their choice related to transport planning and engineering.

Assessment:

• Coursework: This includes assignments, essays, and project reports.
• Formal Moderated Examinations: These are required for all 20-credit modules, except for Transport Demand Management and Road Safety.
Students are responsible for arranging and paying for these examinations in their country of residence.
• Online Viva: In cases of suspected plagiarism, students may be required to participate in an online viva to verify the authorship of their work.

Teaching:

• Online Learning Materials: The program utilizes online materials designed to support flexible learning at the student's own pace.
• Industry Links: The program benefits from strong links with industry and the transport research community, providing students with industry-relevant teaching and opportunities to engage with practitioners and researchers.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Transport Consultant
• Transport Planner
• Traffic Engineer
• Road Safety Officer
• Public Transport Manager
• Government Transport Policy Officer
• Opportunities: Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in major transport consultancies, local authorities, and government agencies.

Other:

• Accreditation: The program is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Software Access: Students are provided with access to specialized software used in the program.
• Disclaimer: The modules listed are indicative only and may be subject to change.

• Tuition fees for 2024/25:
• UK Students: £820
• Overseas Students: £835
• Rate shown above is for 20 credits ; as course comprises 180 credits, total cost in 2024/25 is UK students £7,380 and Overseas students £7,515
• Tuition Fees for 2025/26:
• UK Students: £tba
• Overseas Students: £tba
• The course is approved as the further learning component required for Charter status by the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) and the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), as well as for the TPS/CIHT’s Transport Planning Professional qualification (TPP).
You will be required to make arrangements to sit these examinations in your country and be responsible for any costs involved.