COURSE CURRICULUM

The master’s specialisation in Urban, Port, and Transport Economics is a rigorous program designed to equip students with the analytical, quantitative, and applied skills required to understand and influence urban and transport systems. The program is structured over five blocks of eight weeks and consists of two elective seminars, two compulsory courses, four elective courses, and a master’s thesis. This structure ensures a well-rounded curriculum, combining theoretical foundations, practical applications, and opportunities to specialise in topics of individual interest.In the first block, students are introduced to the economics of cities, ports, and industries in a thorough and systematic way. Core courses provide essential knowledge about how urban systems function, how port operations drive economic activity, and how transport networks shape regional and global economic patterns. The second block allows students to tailor their learning experience through elective courses, enabling them to develop a personal profile as an economist. Electives may cover specialised areas such as the economics of aviation, real estate valuation, or the role of logistics in industrial competitiveness.Two compulsory courses in the program focus on equipping students with strong analytical and statistical tools. These courses develop the quantitative skills necessary to analyse complex data, perform empirical research, and address the most pressing questions in urban and transport economics. The program places a strong emphasis on applying theoretical knowledge to real-world problems, ensuring graduates can critically evaluate and contribute to decision-making in urban planning, transport policy, and port management.The master’s thesis serves as the cornerstone of the specialisation. Students select a research question related to urban, port, or transport economics and demonstrate their ability to conduct independent research under close supervision. This culminates in a comprehensive analysis and evidence-based conclusions, reflecting both mastery of the subject and readiness for professional or academic careers.The curriculum is balanced to develop 40% analytical and quantitative skills, 20% foundations in urban, port, and transport economics, and 40% electives and applied learning, producing graduates capable of addressing complex challenges in dynamic economic and transport environments.