A Global Leader in Transportation Studies
The growing transportation needs of the world impact us all. Transportation is an energy issue. An environmental issue. A socioeconomic issue. It’s a global issue, and as engineers, scientists and humans, we have a responsibility to address these challenges head on.
For more than 60 years, UC Davis has led policy change and technological innovation in this critical field. The online Master of Engineering degree in Sustainable Transportation is a continuation of that work. The degree reflects the multidisciplinary reality of sustainable transportation research and practice, giving graduates the academic knowledge and applied experience to solve the world’s current and future transportation challenges.
The degree will be administered by the new Sustainable Transportation Engineering Graduate Group and taught in partnership with UC Davis’s Institute of Transportation Studies, an acknowledged world leader in the field.
Engineered for Transportation Professionals
This fully online, part- or full-time master's degree is ideal for working professionals looking to advance their career and become leaders in the field of sustainable transportation. Our balance of interdisciplinary curriculum, experiential learning, one-on-one faculty mentorship and industry-driven insight provides the foundation for you to succeed in senior, high-impact roles in transportation and infrastructure.
Our sustainable transportation degree program is designed for:
- Mission-driven professionals focused on solving real-world challenges in resilient infrastructure and mobility
- Systems thinkers interested in the intersection of engineering, transportation planning, policy and data
- Recent undergrads wanting to specialize in sustainable mobility prior to entering the workforce
A Curriculum that Aligns with Your Career
The UC Davis Master of Engineering in Sustainable Transportation collaborates with industry professionals across California and beyond. Your curriculum is guided by their active participation and feedback so it directly aligns with the needs and expectations of employers.
Graduates will learn to:
Career Outlook
Sustainable Transportation is a high-growth career path.
- Analyze and evaluate transportation systems using a sustainability framework, considering environmental, economic and social dimensions
- Apply advanced engineering principles and methodologies to design, implement and manage electric vehicle infrastructure and sustainable solutions
- Develop and assess policies and strategies that promote sustainable mobility, incorporating regulatory, technological and behavioral considerations
- Utilize quantitative and qualitative methods to conduct analysis in transportation systems, informing decision-making and policy development
- Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, engineers, planners and the public, advocating for sustainable transportation initiatives
- Demonstrate leadership in interdisciplinary teams, guiding efforts toward sustainable transportation goals, managing projects and fostering collaborative problem-solving