The Master’s in Traffic Information Engineering & Control at Shanghai Maritime University is a three‑year graduate engineering program (offered in both English‑taught and Chinese‑taught formats) that prepares students to become experts in the design, analysis, and management of modern traffic information systems and control technologies. The curriculum integrates foundational and advanced coursework in traffic flow theory, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), data analysis and modeling, system design and control, sensor and communication technologies, and other essential elements of transportation engineering. A distinctive emphasis on practical experience and hands‑on training — including labs, simulations, project work, and potential internships — ensures that students can apply theoretical knowledge to real‑world transportation challenges in urban, regional, and national contexts. Graduates are well‑positioned for careers as traffic engineers, ITS specialists, transportation planners, control systems engineers, or analysts in government agencies, consulting firms, transport authorities, and research institutions where they contribute to improving the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of transportation systems.
NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements. It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.
Extra Notes
Lingang Campus (New Campus): The main, large campus located in the Lingang New Area, facing the East China Sea, ideal for its focus on shipping and logistics.
Minsheng Campus (Old Campus): The original campus on Minsheng Road in Pudong.
Other Campuses: Gangwan (East Campus) and Haihua Campus also exist, but Lingang is the primary modern location.
Application deadline:
·Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS): December 1st, 2025-February 1st, 2026
·Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS): December 1st, 2025-April 30th, 2026
·Self-financed Applicants: December 1st, 2025-May 30th, 2026
The academic term begins each year in September (the exact date will be specified in the Admission Letter).