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University of Westminster, London: Transport Planning and Management

Institution University of Westminster, London View institution profile
Department School of Architecture and Cities View department profile
Web www.westminster.ac.uk/transport-and-logistics-courses
Email course-enquiries@westminster.ac.uk
Telephone +44 (0)207 915 5511
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Summary

This course develops your ability to initiate and implement advanced analysis and research in transport policy, planning and management. You'll learn the techniques and methodologies you need to take decisions, or to provide the necessary information for others to take policy decisions. This MSc course has been running successfully since 1970. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). This course is also approved by the TPP Professional Standards Committee as meeting the educational requirements for the Transport Planning Professional (TPP) qualification.

This course will enable you to understand the causes and motivations of personal travel and goods movement; to analyse transport problems and develop, and implement policies and measures for resolving such problems; to evaluate transport projects, plans and policies, taking into account the need for stakeholder participation and recognising the political, social, health, environmental and economic issues involved.

The course balances theoretical and practical applications in the three separate components: core modules, option modules and a research dissertation.

If you're unable to study for a full Master's course, we also offer a Transport Planning and Management Postgraduate Diploma and a Transport Planning and Management Postgraduate Certificate.

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Transport and Logistics - A Career for the Future

The Transport and Logistics sector plays a pivotal role in securing global and local connectivity while contributing to crucial sustainability goals through effective policy development. Amid challenges like supply chain disruptions and environmental concerns, innovative solutions like AI-driven logistics and green transportation are emerging, promising efficiency and eco-friendliness. 

This sector supports economic growth, facilitates trade, and enhances well-being through the movement of goods and people. By studying Transport and Logistics you will gain insights in the factors driving travel and the movement of goods. You will learn to analyse transport challenges …

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