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MSc Urban Transport
Glasgow
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MSc Urban Transport program provides a comprehensive academic foundation for those aiming to pursue careers in urban transport planning and management. It emphasizes the development of safe, inclusive, environmentally friendly, and efficient transport systems. Students become familiar with various approaches to planning and managing urban transport, equipping them with both theoretical and practical knowledge applicable in governmental organizations and private sector consultancies.
Curriculum: The curriculum encompasses core courses that introduce students to transport theories, advanced methods, and the challenges faced by various transport modes. Students gain skills in analyzing cities and transport using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), statistical and visualization approaches, and other planning software and tools. This skill set allows them to develop city and transport plans and policies, conduct environmental and other impact evaluations, and undertake a wide variety of geographical and market analyses.
Research Focus: The program is convened by academics from the University’s Urban Big Data Centre (UBDC), providing students with access to cutting-edge data and training opportunities. This affiliation ensures that students are engaged with the latest research and methodologies in urban transport, enhancing their analytical capabilities and understanding of contemporary urban mobility challenges.
Industry Engagement: The program emphasizes practical knowledge and hands-on skills, preparing students for employment in governmental organizations and private sector consultancies. The curriculum is designed to ensure that students become familiar with multiple approaches to planning and managing urban transport systems, providing them with the theory and methods as well as practical knowledge to be employed in the industry.
Global Perspective: The program addresses urban transport challenges in both developed and emerging country contexts, enabling students to design innovative solutions applicable worldwide. This global perspective ensures that graduates are equipped to tackle diverse urban mobility issues, making them valuable assets in the international job market.
Location
Glasgow
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 25320
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
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 Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies.
University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.
Graduates of the MSc Urban Transport program have diverse and promising career opportunities in the transportation and urban planning sectors.
Urban Transport Planner: Graduates can work as urban transport planners, designing and implementing sustainable transport solutions for cities.
Transportation Analyst: The program prepares students for roles as transportation analysts, conducting research and data analysis to inform transport policies.
Sustainability Consultant: Graduates may pursue careers as sustainability consultants, advising on eco-friendly transport practices.
Smart Mobility Specialist: Graduates can explore careers as smart mobility specialists, implementing technology-driven transport solutions.
Transportation Project Manager: The program equips students for roles as transportation project managers, overseeing urban transport initiatives.
Urban Policy Advisor: Graduates can work as urban policy advisors, contributing to the development of transportation policies at local and national levels.
