Intelligent Transport Systems MSc

Program Overview

Intelligent Transport Systems MSc

Course Overview

The ongoing evolution of autonomous vehicles (AVs) hinges on the expertise and vision of tomorrow's engineers.

If you have a background in software engineering, computer science or a related field, this course can help you achieve your career goals. It covers key topics like sensor fusion, localisation, computer vision and communications.

You will apply your developing engineering knowledge to address the rapid development of autonomous vehicle technology with a particular focus on safety, cybersecurity, testing and validation of AVs. These topics will typically be delivered by our industrial collaborator HORIBA MIRA to ensure their real-world relevance and prepare you for the workforce.

Why You Should Study This Course

This course is for you if you want to:

• Explore emerging technologies with practical application
• Develop your ability to critically determine advantages and limitations of current and emerging practice
• Test the boundaries of software and hardware development
• Investigate autonomous vehicle sustainability
• Benefit significantly from our industrial and strategic collaborations
• Work towards the current and future safeguarding of society in line with the work of the Centre for Connected Autonomous Vehicles (CCAV)
• Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement

What You'll Study

Modules

• CAV Cybersecurity, Verification and Validation - 30 credits
  • Research, understand and test various aspects of CAV technologies, both software and hardware, to develop your critical knowledge in the field of automotive cybersecurity, verification and validation, all of which pose a major challenge to connected and AVs.
• CAV Safety and Human Factors - 30 credits
  • Examine the machine-human interface in CAV and consider the safety factors involved in using AVs.
• CAV Vision and Perception - 30 credits
  • Investigate vehicle perception of the surrounding environment using the active sensor systems involved in AVs, particularly those sensor systems capable of capturing high-resolution 3D data, as well as sensor fusion topics.
• CAV Communication - 30 credits
  • Explore the key principles of inter- and intra-vehicle communications with a specific focus on AVs.
• Master’s with Professional Placement
  • If you successfully secure a placement in industry within your first semester, this master’s with professional placement option allows you to extend your 12-month master’s course up to an additional year to complete the placement before starting your final 60-credit module.
• Individual Project - 60 credits
  • This is your opportunity to put into practice the prior and new learning that you acquired from your taught modules to solve a significant engineering problem in a professional manner.

How You'll Learn

Teaching and learning methods may include:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Presentations
• Group projects
• Workshops
• Practical laboratory sessions

Teaching Contact Hours

As a full-time postgraduate student, you will study modules totalling 180 credits each academic year. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study. Study hours are made up of teaching contact hours, and guided and independent study.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which could vary depending on the module. Assessment methods may include:

• Reports
• Tests
• Practical coursework
• Assignments
• Presentations

Entry Requirements

• UK: An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in computing, computer science, software development or related discipline.
• International: An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in computing, computer science, software development or related discipline.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Fees and Funding

• UK: £11,200 per year
• EU: £11,200 per year with EU Support Bursary
• International: £18,600 per year

Facilities

The MTI is a bespoke global skills centre featuring multiple teaching and training rooms as well as several automotive facilities. Facilities include thoroughly equipped engineering, hybrid energy vehicle, electric vehicle and automotive workshops, alongside specialised vehicle subsystem training and test rigs.

Careers and Opportunities

Graduates with this degree should be in high demand, given the increasing focus on sustainable and intelligent mobility solutions globally. The choice of career path will depend on individual interests, technical expertise and industry focus, but could include sectors and associated roles such as:

• Engineering and Design
  • ITS Engineer
  • Transport Infrastructure Engineer
  • Autonomous Vehicle Engineer
• Urban Planning and Management
  • Urban Mobility Planner
  • Smart Cities Consultant
  • Sustainability Analyst
• Entrepreneurship
  • Start-Up Founder
  • Consulting Firm Founder

How to Apply

UK students can apply online. Please read the entry criteria page before applying.

International students should apply directly to the university. Please read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.