Master in Design and Management of Railway Construction Sites

The master trains specialists in the design and management of railway construction sites, a field in which technical, regulatory and organisational skills must be closely integrated. The programme covers railway engineering, safety, public procurement legislation, project management, environmental protection and railway BIM, that is, the use of information modelling in the design and management of rail infrastructure. The programme also offers the possibility of preparing for Project Manager certification under the UNI 11648:2022 standard. The railway construction site has particular constraints, linked to the continuity of operations, the safety of workers and the complexity of authorisations, and the master teaches how to tackle them with planning, cost control and risk management tools.

Teaching lasts twelve months and comprises 1,500 hours in total, equal to 60 credits. It is organised in thematic modules, each devoted to a specific disciplinary area, with periodic assessments at the end of each module and a compulsory final exam. The mode is full time, with activities held mainly online and in-person sessions in Bari, a format that makes it possible to participate also for those who live away or are already working. The page does not specify the language of instruction or any internship. The combination of regulatory and technical in-depth study makes it possible to address the entire life cycle of the work, from design to site management, taking into account safety, time, costs and environmental impact. The use of BIM makes it possible to coordinate designers and companies in a shared model, reducing errors and delays, while preparation for project manager certification is an added value that can be used in the job market.

The aim is to train professionals specialised in managing complex railway projects. Career opportunities include public bodies, private companies and freelance practice, with roles such as civil engineer, site manager, BIM engineer and building project manager. The master is aimed at master's or specialist graduates in technical disciplines who wish to specialise in a sector that is strategic for sustainable mobility and infrastructure investment, acquiring skills in demand from network operators, construction companies, engineering firms and professional practices working in the design and construction of railway works. Delivery mainly online, with in-person sessions, makes it possible to participate also for those working in other regions, and encourages exchange among professionals from companies and administrations involved in building railway works. The programme also encourages the development of coordination and communication skills.