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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN URBAN TRANSPORT SYSTEMS DESIGN AND MOBILITY (MUTSDM)

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN URBAN TRANSPORT SYSTEMS DESIGN AND MOBILITY (MUTSDM)

Module Code	Module Name	Description
MUTSDM501	Transport Planning and Engineering Methods	The module aims at developing and enhancing students’ research skills in professional transport planning and engineering practice. A critical investigation of origins, rationale, debates and current applications and shortcomings of selected professional practice in transport planning and engineering is undertaken during the research process. The module therefore allows students to demonstrate competency a selected element of professional data collection, analysis, modelling and estimation, impact assessment, operations and control, regulation or design practice in the field under study.
MUTSDM502	Designing Integrated Transport Systems	The module equips students with skills to solve the challenges that the transport area is facing in an integrated way of thinking with systems perspective. This module focuses on different modes and forms of transport systems under a broad range of important dimensions and considerations such as land use planning, economics, finance, energy efficiency, traffic management, human behaviour, governance, and affordability. Students will learn how to find mobility solutions that are multi-dimensional in nature bearing in mind that transport systems are very complex
MUTSDM504	Quantitative Methods for Transport	The module is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the processes involved in model development. This module equips students with the fundamentals of data analysis, probability and statistics and their application to transportation systems analysis. Quantitative methods in data analysis and statistical methods relevant to traffic and transport engineering, survey design, modelling and forecasting will be investigated. The student will develop an understanding of probability theory and statistical procedures, along with approaches for integrating data analysis and graphical methods.
MIDSB501	Information Digital Skills for Postgraduates (University Wide Module)	The module introduces students to the use of information technologies and their application in academic research.
MSSRM501	Advanced Social Science Research Methods (Faculty Wide Module)	The module aims to provide advanced skills in research methods for graduate students. It enhances postgraduate students’ knowledge and skills for conducting, analysing and interpreting research in the field of sociology, anthropology and gender studies. The module focuses upon both qualitative and quantitative techniques and the knowledge gained, will be useful for conducting research and as tools for professional practice. The module will also equip learners with the use of digital technologies in data collection, processing, analysis and management. Students to conduct gender sensitive research for the relevant government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs and communities to inform gender policies and programming.
MUTSDM505	Transport Policy and Regulations	This module introduces students to the process of policy making and who is responsible for transport policy e.g. supranational, central and local government structures and the role of the private sector. The module examines the multiple levels of governance and jurisdictions, including the state, regional, and local levels and even internationally (border crossings, shipping policies). The module also explains the impact of public policy on transportation (and vice versa). It also equips students with knowledge on how the policy making process informs practice. Case studies of transport policy and planning approaches in various International cities will also be presented in the module
MUTSDM506	Sustainable Urban Mobility	This module is designed to equip students with the ability to appreciate and address challenges that are stemming from the rapid and often unplanned and uncoordinated growth of cities which has seriously compromised existing transportation systems and significantly increased the challenge of creating new transportation systems, especially in developing countries. This module focuses on alternative approaches in the area of urban transport planning, targeting a more sustainable mobility system. The module allows an analysis of the important issues of sustainable mobility including transport demand management, improved public and non-motorized transport, environmental protection, road safety and gender in transport. It also provides some means such as economic and financial instruments, institutional improvements, capacity building, regulation of markets and environmental standards in a bid to achieve sustainability in the transport sector.
MUTSDM507	Intelligent Transport Systems	The transport system suffers from many challenges, and these include traffic congestion, road accidents and shortage of parking spaces among others. ITS, endeavours to provide innovative services to managing the different modes of transport, by ensuring the smooth movement of people, freight and information, to reach various destinations. It aims to provide transport solutions through utilisation of 21st century solutions and telecommunication technologies, thereby improving road safety, efficiency, and comfort. The module focuses on the relevance of ITS such as Internet of things (IoT), Virtual reality (VR), machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and GPS application in traffic management. This is achieved through the use of electronic toll collection real-time parking management, automated road speed enforcement and emergency vehicles notifications systems.
MUTSDM508	Mobility Modelling and Simulation	Transport planning and management is central in the development of any settlement. Cognizant of this, there is need for proactive planning of transport systems as well as introduction of effective transport management policies. This module is designed to assist in the achievement of proactive planning as well as informing transport planning policies. The module offers traffic modelling and simulations which facilitates for evaluation of infrastructure or policy changes before implementation on the road. The module helps students to analyse and assess transportation networks, transportation infrastructure and transportation modes. This gives an overall understanding of the effects of the proposed designs, infrastructure change or policy on existing transport systems. The module will involve a rigorous use of traffic modelling, mathematical modelling, transport infrastructure design and simulation software packages. The module will be taught in two phases, theory and practical. Theory will include subjects like mathematical and transport modelling, transport modes, impacts of modes, transport infrastructure and their impacts as well as transport policies. Practical aspects will include learning of software packages as well as field visits for traffic data collection.
MUTSDM570	Dissertation	This module is premised on the spirit of inquiry, the commitment to independent study and the ability to demonstrate effective use of personal, technical and professional skills essential for professional and management practice in a wide range of contexts.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SOCIETY, URBAN SYSTEMS AND DESIGN (MSSUSD)

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SOCIETY, URBAN SYSTEMS AND DESIGN (MSSUSD)

Module Code	Module Name	Description
MSSUSD501	Urban Design Theory	This module examines the physical and social form of cities. Cities achieve form over time and this module focuses on the theories, both normative and functional which have motivated and still inform the construction of cities. The module is divided in three sections; the first examines the nature of city form theory, the second section focuses on the modern city and the third section concentrates on current theory and practice on city form process, spatial and social structure and form models. This module enables students to understand the fundamental concepts of urban design theory hence it will enable them to come up with designs for cities and settlements that are sustainable and that cater for both the physical and social needs of the society.
MSSUSD502	Urbanism and Design	This module examines the form, context and philosophies of city structures and transformations. It helps students familiarise with the system of spatial planning and the basic tools of spatial policy. Students acquire skills in developing and presenting spatial development projects and land-use plans for selected urban areas. Moreso, the students will be empowered as far as formulation of spatial policies are concerned.
MIDSB501	Information Digital Skills for Postgraduates (University Wide Module)	The module introduces students to the use of information technologies and their application in academic research.
MSSRM501	Advanced Social Science Research Methods (Faculty Wide Module)	The module aims to provide advanced skills in research methods for graduate students. It enhances postgraduate students’ knowledge and skills for conducting, analysing and interpreting research in the field of sociology, anthropology and gender studies. The module focuses upon both qualitative and quantitative techniques and the knowledge gained, will be useful for conducting research and as tools for professional practice. The module will also equip learners with the use of digital technologies in data collection, processing, analysis and management. Students to conduct gender sensitive research for the relevant government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs and communities to inform gender policies and programming.
MSSUSD504	Urban Design Studio	This module hones the theoretical knowledge the student has gained in resolving a design problem on a green field site. This first part of studio will be an introduction to urban design city study, analysing the various factors that determine the morphology of the city and the referencing of selected sites to the study. The studio will assist the students in the methodology of conducting an urban design city study, techniques of surveys, analysis of information and presentation, typological studies and designs.
MSSUSD505	Urban Design and Social Change	This module equips students with an understanding on the relations between the physical and social organisation of cities and urban environments. This module gives students an opportunity to see design as a field of research thus gain knowledge and practice that shapes urban environments, responds to urban problems and integrates social, spatial and physical approaches to the city.
MSSUSD506	Transforming City Studio	This module equips students with skills to develop concepts, spatial structures, programs and design rules, and creatively integrate all these into robust urban design and architectural proposals. The leitmotif of this studio is to design liveable, beautiful and open urban spaces. Student are expected to gain knowledge and skills on reconciling the dynamic forces of urban transformation with architecture and planning. In this manner high quality urban spaces can be created that are responsive, yet specific to their context, contributing to a sustainable balance of our urban environment. The areas covered in this module are based on contemporary urban themes such as design and densification of urban nodes and quarters, revitalisation of former industrial and harbour areas, and sustainable transformation of the city landscape.
MSSUSD507	Cities, Energy and Economics Design	This module provides a general overview of the use of economic tools to understand and evaluate public policy issues surrounding energy markets and the environmental markets to which they are closely tied. Students will gain knowledge on the economic drivers of cities, energy production and use, transportation and storage of energy commodities, regulation of energy markets and policies designed to mitigate the impact of energy production and consumption in the city and on the environment.
MSSUSD508	Public Policy and Urban Design	This module introduces students to the process of policy making and who is responsible for urban design policy e.g. supranational, central and local government structures and the role of the private sector. An understanding of the policy process can inform students about how the process works and why things happen the way they do in regard to stakeholders, policy decisions, and implementing bureaucracies. As a result, the students will be able to offer services to both the public and private sector on policy formulation and implementation on planning issues and issues related to the built environment.
MSSUSD570	Dissertation	This module offers students an opportunity to undertake a research project in their area of specialization. Students are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of gained knowledge on the nature, development strategies and conventions of research work. Students present a research work plan and timelines to their supervisors which they are expected to adhere to. Upon completion of the research project, they are expected to submit the project write up highlighting the key findings of the research. Students will acquire research skills through this module which are applicable in both the academic and professional world. This will enable them to set up or offer research consulting services for the built environment.

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