Transport Engineering, Policy and Planning Trinity College Dublin

Overview

The Transport Engineering, Policy and Planning programme at Trinity College Dublin is designed to equip the next generation of industry professionals with the technical and analytical skills required to solve complex modern infrastructure challenges. This curriculum integrates engineering principles with policy frameworks to address the evolving needs of global transport networks.

Why Transport Engineering, Policy and Planning at Trinity College Dublin?

Choosing this programme means joining a department with a proven track record of excellence, evidenced by winning the 2017 Education Award at the Irish Logistics and Transport Awards. Students benefit from the expertise of departmental researchers and guest speakers who bring real-world experience into the classroom. The university provides access to cutting-edge research projects, allowing students to engage with topics currently being studied within the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 27780 per year
• European fee: EUR 9910 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum covers a broad range of technical and theoretical subjects essential for modern transport management. Modules may include:

• Transportation Policy Analysis
• Transportation Modelling
• Traffic Analysis
• Transportation Planning
• Micro and Macro Simulation of Traffic Networks
• Transportation Design
• Public Transport System Design
• Transport Economics
• Intelligent Transport Systems

Careers with Transport Engineering, Policy and Planning

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles within the global transportation sector, working for government agencies, private consultancy firms, and international planning organisations. The programme focuses on developing expertise in areas such as traffic network simulation, data evaluation, and sustainable system design. By addressing critical issues like climate change and renewable energy, the course ensures that alumni are ready to implement sustainable solutions in urban and rural transport environments.