Master of Civil Engineering - Transportation Engineering (Research)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Auckland offers various scholarships specifically designed to support and encourage international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to attract high-achieving students from around the world and provide financial assistance to help them achieve their educational goals at the university.

Merit-Based Scholarships: The University of Auckland offers merit-based scholarships recognizing academic excellence. These scholarships are awarded to students with outstanding academic achievements in their previous studies, supporting them throughout their undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Need-Based Grants: For students facing financial challenges, the university provides need-based grants to assist with tuition fees or living expenses. These grants aim to ensure that deserving students have the opportunity to pursue their education without financial constraints.

Research Scholarships: The university also offers research scholarships for international students interested in pursuing research-based programs. These scholarships support students engaged in innovative research projects and contribute to the university's academic research endeavors.

Country-Specific Awards: Additionally, the University of Auckland provides scholarships specifically designated for students from certain countries. These awards aim to promote cultural diversity and international collaboration by attracting students from diverse geographical backgrounds.

Graduates from the Master of Civil Engineering - Transportation Engineering (Research) program at the University of Auckland possess specialized skills and advanced knowledge in transportation engineering, opening up various career pathways within the field. 

1. Transportation Engineer: Graduates can work as transportation engineers, focusing on designing, planning, and managing transportation systems, traffic flow, and infrastructure development for roads, railways, or airports.

2. Traffic Analyst: They can work as traffic analysts, collecting and analyzing traffic data, conducting traffic impact assessments, and proposing strategies to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.

3. Transportation Planner: Graduates may work as transportation planners, developing transportation policies, designing sustainable transport networks, and addressing urban mobility challenges.

4. Public Transit Specialist: They can specialize in public transit planning and management, focusing on designing and optimizing public transportation systems, including bus, rail, and other mass transit options.

5. Transportation Policy Advisor: Graduates may work in government agencies or consulting firms, providing expertise in transportation policy-making, regulatory compliance, and advising on transportation legislation.

6. Transportation Researcher: They can pursue careers in research institutions, conducting studies on transportation systems' efficiency, environmental impacts, or innovative transportation technologies.

7. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Specialist: Graduates can work in ITS, focusing on implementing technologies like traffic signal control, smart traffic management systems, or autonomous vehicle integration.

8. Transportation Project Manager: They may work as project managers overseeing transportation-related projects, coordinating activities, managing budgets, and ensuring project delivery within deadlines.

9. Environmental Transportation Specialist: Graduates can focus on sustainable transportation solutions, promoting environmentally friendly transportation practices and reducing the environmental impact of transportation systems.

10. Academic or Educator: They can pursue careers in academia as professors or educators, teaching transportation engineering principles, conducting research, or contributing to transportation-related academic programs.