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It is expected that the student will answer these and/or other relevant questions by means of interviews, focus groups and surveys but other approaches will also be considered.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to contact the supervisors informally to discuss the application. The position will be open until filled.
Academic qualifications
A first degree (at least a 2.1) ideally in Transport/Civil Engineering, Geography, Cognitive Sciences, Sociology, History (other degrees will be considered if the applicant can show the relevance to the project) with a good fundamental knowledge of transport planning and/or human behaviour and modelling.
English language requirement
IELTS score must be at least 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each of the four components). Other, equivalent, qualifications will be accepted. Full details of the University’s policy are available online. https://www.napier.ac.uk/research-and-innovation/research-degrees/application-process
Essential attributes:
• Experience of fundamentals of transport planning and/or human behaviour and modelling
• Competent in SAS/SPSS/R
• Knowledge of decision making models and choice analysis
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Strong motivation, with evidence of independent research skills, relevant to the project
• Good time management
Desirable attributes:
• Experience with research
Funding Notes
References
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What Affects Millennials’ Mobility? PART II: The Impact of Residential Location, Individual Preferences and Lifestyles on Young Adults’ Travel Behavior in California. No. NCST-201703
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Sperling, D. (2018) Three Revolutions: Steering Automated, Shared, and Electric Vehicles to a Better Future. Island Press: Washington DC