Duration
3 years
Intake
February, September
Total Tuition Fees
51600
Faculties
College of Engineering
Course Overview
The PhD specialization in Transportation Planning (Research-based) is considered an advanced field that focuses on studying and developing transportation systems and the related infrastructure with the aim of achieving safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility for people and goods. The program emphasizes conducting in-depth scientific research in areas such as transportation network planning, traffic management, intelligent transportation, sustainable transportation, travel demand analysis, and the evaluation of policies and strategies related to the transport sector. It also aims to prepare researchers and experts capable of developing innovative solutions to traffic and urban challenges and supporting economic and social development through improving the efficiency of transportation systems.
The specialization focuses on:
- Planning transportation systems and networks.
- Traffic engineering and traffic management.
- Intelligent transportation and modern transportation technologies.
- Sustainable transportation and urban development.
- Travel demand analysis and traffic modeling.
- Transportation policies and strategies.
- Research and development in the transportation and transit sector.
English Requirements
6 in IELTS
Entry Requirements
1. Copy of the passport (first page).
2. Copy of the Master's degree certificate with transcript.
3. Two academic recommendation letters.
4. Personal photo (white background).
5. Work experience certificate of no less than two years.
6. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
For research-based study, please attach the research proposal file.
Note! Please have the requirements translated into English by one of the accredited translation centers, and submit the requirements in PDF format.
Career Opportunities
University professor in transportation planning.
Researcher in study and transportation centers.
Transportation and transit planner.
Traffic planning consultant.
Smart transportation expert.
Director of transportation and infrastructure projects.
Transportation policy analyst.
Urban planning and urban development expert.
Consultant in government agencies and transportation authorities.
Director of research and development in the transportation and transit sector.

