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The Master of Science in Intelligent Transportation and Logistics Systems (MITLS) programme is designed to match with international standards and requirements pertaining to logistic systems and digitalized solutions. The academic programme aims to produce highly qualified professionals and leaders in the dynamic and cutting-edge field of intelligent transportation and logistics. The design of the academic programme is carefully crafted to integrate technology into transportation and logistics systems, with a focus on skills to support increasing efficiency, safety, mobility, and customer satisfaction. The programme is aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals towards maintaining sustainable cities and communities by covering topics related to Urban Mobility and Smart Cities, Smart digitized tools using data analytics and automated vehicles connected to smart cities
And by adding the following statement, Learners graduating from this qualification could proceed to future studies including PhD or Professional Certification in the field such as “ASCM Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD) and ASCM Certified Supply Chain Professional certification (CSCP).
A1. Concepts and theories
Demonstrate critical knowledge and understanding of concepts and required theories of mathematics, science, and engineering essential for a specialization of intelligent transport and logistics systems.
A2. Contemporary trends, problems and research
Apply standard research to in relation to contemporary issues and techniques in the field of intelligent transport and logistics systems.
A3. Professional responsibility
Operate with professional responsibility in solving solutions related to transport and logistics field as an intelligent transport and logistics systems specialist.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, group discussions, independent learning
Assessment Methods
Examinations (assignment, tests, research project, final exam)
B1. Problem solving
Use professional skills to solve complex problems germane to intelligent transport and logistics systems
B2. Modeling and Design
Demonstrate creativity in designing engineering experiments using hardware/software method to solve complex situations.
B3. Application of methods and tools
Apply professional tools to support the field of intelligent transport and logistics systems.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, group discussions, independent learning, in-lab session
Assessment Methods
Examinations (assignment, tests, practical research project, final exam)
C1. Analytical
use a combination of approaches to critical analyze specific intelligent solutions with a view to practical implementation in intelligent transport and logistics systems
C2. Synthetic
Integrate information and concepts within the common understating of transport and logistics systems concepts to generate cogent conclusion with respect to theoretical and practical issues encountered in intelligent transport and logistics systems
C3. Creative
Demonstrate insight and innovation in implementing complex and sustainable transport and logistics solutions.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, group discussions, independent learning, in-lab session
Assessment Methods
Examinations (assignment, tests, practical research project, final exam)
D1. Communication
Demonstrate in-depth knowledge to express and communicate ideas cogently, persuasively, and effectively, in written and oral presentation.
D2. Teamwork and leadership
Operate at a professional level with substantial responsibility for the work of individuals and groups.
D3. Organizational and developmental skills
Operate with substantial responsibility in life-long and development to hone professional and organizational skills.
D4. Ethics and social responsibility
Demonstrate insight into ethical dimensions of engineering and the role of the engineer as a positive agent of societal improvement in socioeconomic contexts at the local, regional and international level.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Oral Inquiry, Group In-class supervised work, independent learning
Assessment Methods
Oral participations, essay-based exams, lab reports, group project, research projects.
The MITLS programme comprises 36 credit hours distributed as follows: 18 hours core courses, 6 hours electives. In addition, MITLS students may opt for either OPTION 1 DISSERTATION [12 credits] or OPTION 2 APPLIED PROJECT [6 credits] as classified in the study plan.
| Course title | Credit hours |
| Core Courses | |
| Fundamentals of Intelligent Transport and Logistics Systems | 3 |
| Optimization Techniques in Transport and Logistics | 3 |
| Urban Mobility and Smart Cities | 3 |
| Geographical Information Systems for Transportation | 3 |
| Mobile and Network Communication for Transport System | 3 |
| Research Methodology | 3 |
| Elective Courses | |
| Internet of Things | 3 |
| Innovation Project Management | 3 |
| Traffic and Transport Safety | 3 |
| Supply Chain Logistics | 3 |
| Transportation Policy, Strategy and Regulations | 3 |
| Data Analytics for Smart and Connected Cities | 3 |
| Connected and Automated Vehicles | 3 |
| Dissertation/Project | |
| Dissertation in Intelligent Transportation and Logistics Systems* | 12 |
| Applied Project in Intelligent Transportation and Logistics Systems** | 6 |
* OPTION 1 DISSERTATION [12 credits] and two Major electives
** OPTION 2 APPLIED PROJECT [6 credits] and four Major electives
Admission to Ahlia University (AU) is selective based on academic achievements. Applications are welcomed from all students regardless of race, colour, gender, religion, nationality, physical or learning disability. Admission is purely based on merit.
To be eligible for consideration for admission to the postgraduate programmes, applicants must meet the entry requirements set by the university in-line with Bahrain Higher Education Council requirements. All applicants must hold a recognised and endorsed secondary school certificate or its equivalent, and a recognised and endorsed bachelor’s degree. All postgraduate applicants will be interviewed by the programme committee. Only successful applicants in the interview will be considered for admission.
In addition to the general admission requirements, applicants who meet the following programme specific admission requirements will be admitted to the Master’s degree in Intelligent Transportation and Logistics Systems (MITLS):
| Required Specialisation | Recognised and endorsed bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in the following disciplines:
Applicants who hold a recognised and endorsed bachelor’s degree in any other discipline other than the ones mentioned above, may be accepted in the programme subject to passing the interview at the programme level and successful completion of the Foundation Courses. |
| Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) requirement | Minimum CGPA normally required at the Bachelor’s Degree ≥ 2.5 or its equivalent. Applicants with CGPA lower than 2.5 but > 2.0 or its quivalent at the Bachelor’s Degree level, maybe be considered for admission subject to passing the interview at the programme level and successful completion of the Foundation Courses. |
| Passing an Interview | All applicants must pass an interview. |
| Work Experience and Professional Courses/Certificates | Applicants who hold a recognized bachelor’s degree in disciplines other than the ones mentioned above and have work experience of at least one year and/or has professional certificate related to the field of transportation and logistics, maybe exempted from the foundation courses and accepted directly to the programme. Work experience and professional courses/certificates in transport and logistics company/organization or related disciplines will be an added advantage. |
| Transferred Students | Applicants transferring from other postgraduate programmes will be subject to the above admission criteria and may receive exemption from equivalent courses completed in their former programme in line with Ahlia University External Transfer Policy. |
| Language Requirements | Applicants must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English language proficiency. The English language proficiency level is determined during the interview. |
The Final admission will be based on the merit list of the applicants.
To earn a Master’s degree from Ahlia University, a student must complete thirty-six (36) credit hours. The MITLS programme consists of Twenty-four (24) credit hours comprising a combination of core courses [eighteen (18) credit hours] and elective courses [six (6) credit hours]. For the remaining twelve (12) credit hours, the student may opt for either a dissertation (Track 1) [12 credits], or an applied project (Track 2) [6 credits] with the completion of additional elective courses [six (6) credit hours].
The dissertations and applied projects must be in the area of the student’s specialization and are subject to a defence which includes an external examiner. Each student undertaking a dissertation or an applied project will be assigned to an academic supervisor. An internal examiner and one external examiner, together with the student academic supervisor shall normally participate in the public assessment of the dissertation defence.
Master’s degree candidates opting for the dissertation (Track 1) (12 credits) ought to register for the dissertation after the completion of the following:
Dissertation (Track 1) are graded on a Pass “P” / Fail “F” basis. An “IG” grade which refers to (In Progress) is to be accorded to the student on an interim basis after the first semester, if the student has not completed the dissertation work and has a valid excuse. This “IG” grade shall be changed to either “IP” or “IF” upon completion of the dissertation. An “IW” grade is assigned if the student does not complete his/her dissertation within the period specified by the University, which is one academic semester.
Master’s degree candidates opting for the applied project (Track 2) (6 credits) ought to register for the applied project after the completion of the following:
Applied Project (Track 2) grading is based on the ordinary letter grade system.
The graduation requirements to earn the Master’s degree from Ahlia University, the student must complete thirty-six (36) credit hours with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 or higher.
| Application Fee | 40 BD |
| Registration Fee | 300 BD |
| Foundation Courses (if applicable) | 960 BD |
| Fee of 36 credit hours | 7,920 BD |
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