Institute for Transport Studies
Transport decarbonisation hub secures £46 million support
As a key collaborator for TransiT, the Univeristy of Leeds is excited to share that the initiative to decarbonise transport in the UK, has secured £46 million from the UK government and partners.
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True scale of carbon impact from long-distance travel revealed
The reality of the climate impact of long-distance passenger travel has been revealed in new research from the University of Leeds.
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Leeds at COP29
We are supporting COP 29 as an official observer in Baku this year. Meet our delegates, and get insights and explainers on this crucial United Nations climate change conference.
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Institute for Transport Studies
The Institute for Transport Studies is one of the UK's leading departments for transport teaching and research. We deliver internationally excellent research outputs, which impact upon transport policy and practice, and contribute to the wider economy and society. Our research feeds directly into our teaching, which means you’ll learn about the latest developments in your field from world-leading researchers.
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We are a leading transport research centre worldwide. We deliver internationally excellent research outputs, which impact upon transport policy and practice, and contribute to the wider economy and society. Our research mission is to support the development of intelligent mobility systems that are connected, inclusive, productive and resilient.

Katie Lewis wins 2024 Vorhees Large Prize
Masters graduate Katie won the prize for her dissertation about the benefits…
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Transport in a climate crisis
In March, the Institute for Transport Studies hosted a full-day event for…
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How zero-emission flights could redefine travel
Zero-emission flights could transform travel, but their true environmental…
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New tool shows impacts of combining public transport and cycling
Replacing 10% of car journeys with cycling and public transport shows…
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Thursday 8 May 2025, 16:00 - 18:00
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Monday 12 May 2025, 11:00 - 12:15
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Wednesday 3 September 2025
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We provide businesses with access to our talented students through a free end-to-end, managed recruitment service.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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