Mobility Systems (Master)

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Students can choose from a wide range of modules from transportation sciences and related disciplines in an extensive core and extended elective area. This includes methodological skills in data sciences, statistics, modelling, geoinformation systems, environmental sciences and in-depth transport science skills, including the design of infrastructures and transport services in road, rail and air transport, mobility and traffic management, the design of intelligent transport systems (ITS), taking into account the dynamics of automation, digitalization and increased networking of transport services as well as other complementary interdisciplinary topics.

• A first university or equivalent recognized degree in transportation science or a related field (e.g. Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Management, Computer Science, natural science degree programs such as Mathematics, Geography, Geodesy or Transport Economics)
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for applicants without a university degree from a university in the European Union
• Aptitude assessment procedure
• English language skills at level C1

In order to apply for the degree program, an aptitude assessment is required. This can be applied for from 01.04. to 31.05. Applicants with a university degree obtained in Germany can apply for the aptitude assessment until 15.07.

The admission requirements for the Master's degree program Mobility Systems are regulated in the aptitude assessment regulations (English version: here).
A special aptitude for the degree program exists if the following conditions are met:

• Acquisition of at least 50 ECTS credit points from the subject areas of mathematics, physics, computer science and transportation that do not overlap in terms of content, of which:
  • at least 10 ECTS credits from the subject area of Advanced Mathematics, including Statistics
  • at least 5 ECTS credits from the subject area of computer science, including statistical data analysis
  • at least 5 ECTS credits from the subject area of transportation
• if applicable, passing an aptitude test.

The admission committee will check proof of special aptitude on the basis of the documents enclosed with the application and, if applicable, the result of the aptitude test. The documents to be submitted are described in detail in the aptitude assessment regulations (English version: here). Among other things, the signed application form Application for Assessment of Special Aptitude must also be submitted.

All regulations governing the degree program are set forth in the academic documents that have been officially published:
Study Regulations (Official Announcement dated March 24, 2026) | English version
Examination Regulations (Official Announcement of March 24, 2026) | English version

Modules and the course schedule may be adjusted to meet current needs. These adjustments include the following, non-legally binding versions:
Module Descriptions (current version) | English version
Study Plan (current version) | English version

The degree program can be completed entirely or partially on a part-time basis (50%). This is a good option if you are caring for children or other family members while studying, or if you have health issues yourself.

For part-time study, the standard duration of study and the exam deadlines are doubled. If necessary, you can switch between part-time and full-time study on a semester-by-semester basis. More information on part-time study

A separate study plan is recommended for part-time study. If you switch between full-time and part-time study, adjustments must be made:
Study Plan for Part-Time Study | English Version

Studying Traffic and Transportation Science means job security! 70 percent of our students have their first permanent job while still studying or directly at the end of their studies. Almost all of our graduates enter attractive career paths after three months of job search at the latest. Career planning and orientation is a top priority for us even during our studies - with an annual in-house carreer fair, job portal, alumni association, and much more.

Possible occupational fields:

• Transportation departments at government authorities on municipal, state, and federal level
• Institutions with assignments in planning and operating road, rail, and water transportation facilities
• Public transportation companies
• Railroad industry and companies
• Air transportation companies
• Conveyance and trading companies, freight distribution centers
• Planning, consulting, and design companies working in the fields of transportation, communications, and logistics
• Research institutes in the fields of transportation, urban and regional planning, and environmental protection
• University research and teaching

Did we convinced you to study traffic and transportation? Then follow this link to get important information for your application and to find the right application portal for transportation studies.

Application deadlines:
April 1^st - June 15^th (for EU applicants)
April 1^st - May 31^th (for non-EU applicants)