Course - Sustainable Urban Mobility - BYP4202
Sustainable Urban Mobility
New from the academic year 2026/2027
Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.
About
About the course
Course content
The course addresses sustainable urban mobility as a distinct planning task, where the interaction between urban development, land use, and the transport system plays a central role. The course combines lectures with exercises and an individual essay on a planning problem related to urban planning and mobility. Lectures provide examples of guidelines and planning models for sustainable urban transport, as well as analyses of effects and impacts. General approaches in planning for road transport, public transport and cycling are also covered. Traffic and transport are important planning problems and the planning of urban areas has a significant impact on the transport options available to the population - including whether an urban area is developed towards car dependence and increasing car traffic - or towards the politically decided ‘zero growth objective’ where the growth in passenger transport is to be absorbed by public transport, cycling and walking. Course elements focused on analysis, independent research and reporting should be seen as part of preparations for later work on a master thesis.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate has:
- demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the relationships between land use, urban functions, transport systems, and mobility as a prerequisite for planning sustainable transport.
- advanced knowledge of guidelines for land use and mobility, impact assessments, and planning models for transport and integrated land use and transport planning. This includes concepts such as: Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), "The right business in the right place", The 15-minute city.
Skills
The candidate can:
- identify and utilize data sources related to land use, urban functions, and transport.
- analyze the impact of land use on transport and travel behavior, including implications for transport standards and different transport modes.
- assess sustainability implications of mobility and integrated land-use and transport planning in cities at a general level.
General competence
The candidate can:
- apply theoretical knowledge to inform planning decisions and related knowledge needs.
- independently define and analyze planning problems and communicate the results and their basis.
- communicate clearly and with integrity in the format of a written report.
Learning methods and activities
The course combines lectures with exercises and an individual essay on a planning problem related to urban planning and mobility.
Compulsory assignments
- 80% Mandatory attendance
- Mandatory essay
Further on evaluation
Exam and essay.
Compulsory activities include writing an individual essay on a self-chosen topic related to planning for sustainable mobility in cities. The essay must be approved in order to sit the written exam. Students must also participate at a minimum of 80% of course lectures and exercises.
The course concludes with a written exam (Skoleeksamen). Retake and deferred exams follow the next ordinary exam period.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Urban Planning (MBYPLAN)
Recommended previous knowledge
Prior knowledge of planning under the Planning and Building Act, transport planning, or similar is advantageous.
Required previous knowledge
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a specialization of at least 80 ECTS credits in planning-related subject areas.
Course materials
A course compendium based on selected articles and reports.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| AAR4225 | 5 sp | Autumn 2026 |