Transportation Systems

The transportation system is a very important part of any modern economy and core element of daily human life. Our society and economy are faced with an increasing demand for mobility, as well as with the concept of sustainability. These new challenges also require new planning and management strategies in the area of transportation. Experts are needed to design roads, traffic control systems and public transport networks. These professionals must be familiar with the concepts of transportation demand management, integrated land-use and intermodal traffic management. Tasks like providing ideal transportation conditions for individuals and the economy alike, while simultaneously enhancing the living conditions of urban areas, can only be met by considering the transportation system as part of a more complex system encompassing, for example, networks, means of transportation, infrastructure and traffic control systems. The interactions between transport, economy, land-use, and the natural environment must form an integral part of transportation planning strategies.

The unique master’s program in Transportation Systems at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to deal with these challenges. In addition to their core curriculum, students can specialize in one of the following fields of study:

• Transportation Infrastructure 
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Transportation Demand Management

Which further expertise and skills will I acquire?

As a graduate of the international Master’s Program you possess the required knowledge and skills to deal with present and future challenges in the complex area of modern transportation. You know how to design and operate modern transportation systems and integrated intermodal transport management systems.

You are able to design railways and roads, simulate traffic, apply and design intelligent transport systems as well as analyze transport data and statistics. Your skills allow you to advise municipalities in questions regarding transport planning strategies of today and future demand. You are capable of analyzing and evaluating the relevant economic, social and environmental aspects. Since the students of the Master’s program come from all over the world, you are also experienced in working in multicultural teams.

Which professional opportunities can I take up with this qualification?

As a graduate in Transportation Systems you can start your career as a transport consultant or transport planner in different areas of the transportation sector. Possible areas of employment are governmental agencies, public transport authorities, urban and regional planning departments as well as private or state owned transportation companies. You are also qualified to apply for positions in freight and logistics enterprises, the automotive sector or in infrastructure maintenance. Furthermore, you have the option to continue your research in scientific institutions and organizations worldwide.