| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Minor in Transportation Engineering offers a specialized education in transportation engineering, providing students with the knowledge and skills to pursue a variety of career opportunities in the field. The program consists of at least five courses (minimum of 15 credit hours), covering topics such as transportation planning, design, and operations. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of transportation systems and their impact on society, preparing them for success in the transportation industry.
Program Outline
Careers:
An advanced education opens up a variety of career opportunities.
Other:
The Minor in Transportation Engineering consists of at least five courses (minimum of 15 credit hours).
Illinois Tech Summary
Overview:
Illinois Tech, also known as the Illinois Institute of Technology, is a private research university located in Chicago. It is renowned for its focus on STEM fields and its commitment to providing students with hands-on experiences that prepare them for successful careers. The university boasts high rankings and its graduates achieve high employment rates and above-average starting salaries.
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Illinois Tech offers a vibrant campus experience with a focus on experiential learning. Students have access to the Elevate program, which guarantees hands-on experiences, personalized academic and career plans, and 21st-century skills development. The university also provides opportunities for students to engage with the corporate, nonprofit, research, and startup communities in Chicago and beyond.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Impact Research:
Students and faculty at Illinois Tech are actively involved in research that leverages technology and innovation for the betterment of humanity.World-Class Education:
Illinois Tech provides a world-class education with a focus on STEM fields and hands-on learning.Strong Alumni Network:
The university boasts a global network of over 86,000 alumni, providing students with valuable connections and career opportunities.Chicago Location:
Illinois Tech is located in Chicago, a vibrant and dynamic city with a thriving economy and diverse cultural offerings.Elevate Program:
This unique program guarantees students access to hands-on experiences, personalized academic and career plans, and 21st-century skills development.Other:
Illinois Tech is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in its policies and programs. The university's historic Mies Campus is located less than a mile from Lake Michigan and has been recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country.
Entry Requirements:
Home Students:
- Standard Entry:
- UCAS Tariff: 90
- Scottish Higher: BCC or equivalent including Higher in Maths, Applied Maths, or Computing
- A Level: CCC or equivalent including A Level in Maths or Computing
- Minimum Entry:
- UCAS Tariff: 80
- Scottish Higher: BCC or equivalent including Higher in Maths, Applied Maths, or Computing
- A Level: CCC or equivalent including A Level in Maths, Applied Maths, or Computing
Year 2 Entry:
- Standard Entry:
- HNC Computing with A in Graded Unit 1
Year 3 Entry:
- Standard Entry:
- HND Computer Science or HND Computing with Software Development: BB in Graded Units
- English Language Proficiency:
- Relevant Experience (RPL):
- GCU allows relevant work experience and prior learning to be considered for standard or advanced entry into a course.
- If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognized professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning scheme.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English through standardized tests like IELTS or equivalent.
- Minimum requirements for this course are:
- IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score less than 6.0
- TOEFL: 90 overall with a minimum writing score of 22
- PTE: Overall score of 62 with no sub-score less than 56
Additional Notes:
- Minimum entry requirements are for widening access students only. You may qualify as a widening access student if you are from a group that is not currently well-represented in higher education. This includes living in a target postcode area, attending a target school or college, attending SWAP, are care-experienced or provide care for someone else, have refugee status or are an asylum seeker.
