EU-Balkan Innovative Master Curricula in Intelligent Transport Systems

Project Overview

Efficient and sustainable road transport is essential for economic and social development. However, many countries face challenges such as traffic congestion, road accidents, high costs, environmental impact, and the growing demand and complexity of mobility for both people and goods.

Intelligent Transportation Systems offer modern solutions by integrating technology, real-time data, engineering and automation across road infrastructure, vehicles and users. BALKANITS aims to develop, adapt and implement innovative master programmes, micro-credentials and digital learning tools aligned with EU standards, Bologna requirements, best practices and national accreditation standards.

Specific and Wider Objectives

The wider objective of the BALKANITS project is to modernise and harmonise higher education in Intelligent Transport Systems in the Western Balkans by developing innovative master curricula, micro-credentials and digital learning tools aligned with EU standards, Bologna requirements, labour market needs and sustainable mobility goals.

1. Develop and implement new full Master’s Degree Programmes in ITS.
2. Develop new Micro-Credential Master Curricula.
3. Design specialised single-subject courses for professionals.
4. Explore possibilities for double or joint master’s degrees.
5. Establish an All-in-One web-based platform.
6. Develop OpenCourseWare teaching materials and digital resources.
7. Establish a web-based EU-Balkan ITS network.
8. Develop an interactive web-based traffic database.
9. Prepare a Handbook of EU-Balkan standards and best practices in ITS.
10. Develop innovative educational tools including VR resources and mobile applications.

Expected Project Outcomes