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Master of Science in Mobility Systems

Study data-driven and sustainable transport planning at Dresden University of Technology.

Best for:Best for engineering or economics graduates seeking a career in sustainable transport planning and data-driven mobility systems.

Dresden University of Technology · Dresden, Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
For international applicants: non-EU applicants: 1 April to 31 May EU applicants: 1 April to 15 July for German applicants and educational residents: for aptitude assessment procedures: 1 June to 15 July for the degree programme: 1 June to 15 September
Funding
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4 semesters
Start date
Winter semester
Full-time
Location
Dresden
Germany

Overview

The Master of Science in Mobility Systems at Dresden University of Technology is a research-oriented programme focused on planning the transportation systems of the future. Students gain in-depth knowledge in collecting and analysing mobility behaviour, modelling transportation networks, and examining their impacts on society, the economy, and the environment. The curriculum covers general engineering methods, transport psychology, infrastructure design, public transport, and strategic planning. Graduates are equipped with scientific and practical skills to tackle complex challenges in modern transport sectors.

Mobility SystemsTransport PlanningTraffic SciencesMaster of ScienceDresden University of TechnologyTransport Engineering

What you'll do

  • Complete core modules covering strategic mobility, transport planning, and data analysis
  • Choose elective modules across road, rail, air transport, geoinformatics, and transport economics
  • Conduct a research project to systematically examine current transport research topics
  • Optionally complete a professional internship or study abroad mobility window
  • Write and defend a Master's thesis on a research-related transportation topic

Requirements

Degree required: First university degree recognised in Germany in transportation engineering, transportation economics, mobility and transportation systems, civil engineering, environmental engineering, industrial engineering, or a comparable field

Degree offered: Master of Science

Language: English; C1 level required via official certificate such as TOEFL iBT 95 or IELTS Academic 7

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Foundational knowledge in transportation science, engineering, or economics
  • Quantitative reasoning and data analysis skills
  • Scientific working methods and project management capability
Nice to have
Prior practical or internship experience in transport sectorsFamiliarity with geoinformatics or intelligent transport systems
Eligibility
  • Non-EU applicants must provide a GRE score with at least 162 in quantitative reasoning and 151 in verbal reasoning
  • Must successfully pass the programme's aptitude assessment procedure

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How to apply

Deadline: 2026-05-31

Prepare all necessary academic and language certificates, ensure compliance with the aptitude assessment procedure requirements, and submit your application through the uni-assist portal within the designated application window.

Documents required
  • CV
  • First university degree certificate
  • University transcripts
  • English language certificate
  • GRE score report for non-EU applicants
  • Aptitude assessment documents
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"Friedrich List" Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences
Dresden University of Technology
Germany
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