Our Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Transport Management course is designed to help you understand how people, goods, and services move efficiently across different modes of transportation.
If you are curious about aviation, shipping, road transport, logistics, and supply chain systems, this programme equips you with the skills to manage and improve transportation networks that drive economic growth and development.
Course Overview
The B.Sc. Transport Management course runs for four years (or three years for Direct Entry students). It prepares you to understand the theories and practical applications of transport systems and logistics, both locally and globally.
You will study topics such as transport economics, transport policy and planning, traffic management, logistics and supply chain management, maritime transport, aviation management, and environmental issues in transport. The course also emphasises the use of technology and data in managing modern transportation systems.
By the end of the programme, you will have the skills to manage operations in transport companies, government agencies, logistics firms, and international trade organisations. The course also provides a solid foundation for postgraduate studies in transport, logistics, and related fields.
Course Curriculum
The curriculum is built on the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS) of the National Universities Commission (NUC).
It combines general education with specialised courses in transport and logistics, alongside practical exposure through the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES).
Your first year introduces you to the fundamentals of management, business, and social sciences:
- Principles of Economics
- Introduction to Business
- Principles of Management
- Communication in English
- Nigerian Peoples and Culture
- Business Mathematics
At this level, you will begin to focus on transport systems and operations:
- Introduction to Transport Studies
- Transport Geography
- Transport and Society
- Principles of Logistics
- Business Statistics
- Introduction to Accounting
You will deepen your knowledge of transport systems and management:
- Transport Economics
- Traffic and Safety Management
- Maritime Transport
- Aviation Management
- Research Methods in Transport Studies
- Urban and Regional Transport Planning
In your final year, you will consolidate your learning with advanced courses and practical application:
- Transport Policy and Planning
- International Transport and Trade
- Supply Chain Management
- Environmental Issues in Transport
- Project Management in Transport
- Research Project in Transport Management
You will also take part in the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), where you gain hands-on experience in organisations such as logistics firms, aviation companies, maritime agencies, and government transport departments.
Entry Requirements
Admission into the B.Sc. Transport Management programme can be through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) or Direct Entry:
1. UTME Entry (Four-Year Programme):
- You must have at least five credit passes in the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) or its equivalent, at not more than two sittings. These must include English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and two other relevant subjects such as Geography, Government, or Commerce.
- You must sit for the UTME with the correct subject combination: English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and one other relevant subject.
- You must also pass the University’s Post-UTME screening exercise.
2. Direct Entry (Three-Year Programme):
- You may be admitted into 200 Level if you have passes at the GCE Advanced Level (A-Level) or its equivalent in at least two subjects such as Economics, Geography, or Mathematics.
- Holders of National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or other recognised qualifications in relevant fields may also be considered, provided they meet the O’Level requirements.
Why study at OOU?
Transport is at the heart of economic growth, trade, and global connectivity. By choosing this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills to manage transport systems that move people and goods safely and efficiently.
You will learn from experienced lecturers who combine academic knowledge with insights from the transport and logistics industry. Through the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), you will have opportunities to gain real-world exposure in leading transport organisations, shipping companies, aviation firms, and logistics providers.
This course is designed to give you strong problem-solving, analytical, and managerial skills. With a curriculum aligned with international standards, you will be prepared to handle complex transport and logistics challenges in Nigeria and across the world.
Research Project
In your final year, you will undertake a supervised research project in Transport Management. This project gives you the opportunity to investigate issues such as traffic congestion, logistics efficiency, aviation safety, maritime operations, or environmental impacts of transport systems.
The project allows you to apply classroom theories to practical challenges, develop independent research skills, and contribute to solutions that can improve transport management locally and globally. It also helps you prepare for careers in transport, logistics, and policy, or for postgraduate studies in related fields.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Transport Management, you must:
- Successfully complete at least four academic sessions (or three for Direct Entry students).
- Earn the minimum credit units required, which include general studies, compulsory and elective transport courses, and the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES).
- Pass all required courses in transport studies, logistics, economics, and management.
- Complete and successfully defend your final-year research project.
- Maintain satisfactory conduct and comply with all university academic regulations.
Your final classification will be based on your Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA), which determines whether you graduate with First Class, Second Class (Upper or Lower), or Third Class Honours.
Career Opportunities
A degree in transport management prepares you for a wide range of careers in both the public and private sectors. Possible roles include:
- Transport Manager in aviation, maritime, road, or rail organisations.
- Logistics and Supply Chain Manager.
- Traffic and Safety Officer.
- Transport Planner or Policy Analyst.
- Port or Airport Operations Manager.
- Consultant in transport and logistics services.
- Entrepreneur in haulage, logistics, or courier services.
Your training will also position you for careers in international organisations, government ministries of transport, and multinational firms engaged in global trade and logistics.
How to Apply?
1. UTME Entry (Four-Year Programme):
- Register for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
- Choose Transport Management as your preferred course of study and select the university as your first choice.
- Sit for the UTME with the correct subject combination: English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and one other relevant subject.
- Apply for and pass the Post-UTME screening exercise.
2. Direct Entry (Three-Year Programme):
- Apply through JAMB Direct Entry, selecting Transport Management.
- Provide evidence of A-Level passes, National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or equivalent qualifications in relevant fields.
- Participate in the University’s screening exercise and upload all required documents.
Course Coordinator
The programme is managed by academic staff in the Department of Transport Management, Faculty of Administration and Management Sciences.
The current programme coordinator is:
Dr [Full Name]
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Course Overview
- Next Admission Process
- Current Academic Year
- Associated programmes = Undergraduate
- Course Duration = 4 Years
- Degree = Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Faculty = Administration and Management Sciences (AMS)
- Course Type = Full Time
- Course Delivery = On campus
- Location = Faculty of Administration and Management Sciences, Main Campus
- Scholarship opportunities