Master’s in Hydrogen Storage and Distribution
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in hydrogen storage and distribution. 12 modules covering hydrogen properties, compression, pressurised and liquid storage, chemical carriers, geological storage, pipeline, road and sea transport, safety under ISO 19880-1 and Directive 2014/68/EU, energy system integration and project economics, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Hydrogen Storage and Distribution — studying from Australia
Motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles are a significant part of Australian transport and recreation, with strong demand for motorcycles, scooters and e-bikes in urban and regional areas. Engineers working in this field contribute to chassis and powertrain design, rider safety systems and emissions compliance. National vehicle standards and rider safety initiatives shape product development and testing. Employers include motorcycle importers and distributors, component suppliers, accessory makers and e-mobility start-ups.
Fees for Australia: A$9,410 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised for motorcycle engineering roles in Australia?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body. Recognition for engineering or vehicle compliance roles is decided by individual employers and relevant bodies. Vehicle safety and compliance in Australia are governed by national design rules, which apply regardless of your qualification, so check requirements with the employer.
Which Australian employers work in motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
Motorcycle and scooter importers, distributors, component suppliers, dealer service networks and performance workshops are examples of Australian employers in this field. Whether they value a private qualification depends on their policies. Practical experience and a strong final project portfolio are typically persuasive in this industry.
Is the course suitable for someone working full time in Australia?
The programmes are delivered 100% online in English with an assigned technical tutor, so you can study from home at times that suit you. Fees are payable in instalments, and employers may sponsor you. Check the hours required for your chosen programme and make sure your schedule allows steady progress.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Understand the properties of hydrogen relevant to its storage.
Size compression and pressurised storage systems.
Assess liquid hydrogen and chemical carriers.
Analyse geological storage.
Design distribution by pipeline, road and sea.
Apply regulations and safety analysis.
Assess the economic feasibility of projects.
Who it's for
- Hydrogen storage engineers
- Gas transport engineers
- Process safety specialists
- Hydrogen project engineers
- Energy supply chain analysts
- Energy consultants
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the energy sector
What you'll work with
- ISO 19880-1 (gaseous hydrogen fuelling stations)
- ISO 14687 (hydrogen fuel quality)
- Directive 2014/68/EU (Pressure Equipment Directive)
- Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX equipment for explosive atmospheres)
- ISO 11119-3 (composite gas cylinders with non-load-sharing liners)
- ISO 16111 (metal hydride hydrogen storage devices)
- Royal Decree 840/2015 (Spanish Seveso major-accident regulation)
- ASME B31.12 (hydrogen piping and pipelines)
- Aspen HYSYS
- DNV Phast
- MATLAB
- HOMER Pro
12 modules
1.1Physical and chemical properties1.2Gravimetric and volumetric energy density1.3Flammability limits1.4Diffusion and leaks1.5Metal embrittlement1.6Thermodynamic compression cycle1.7Liquefaction and ortho-para conversion1.8Green, blue and grey hydrogen1.9Hydrogen quality to ISO 146871.10Case study: comparison of energy carriers
2.1Reciprocating piston compressors2.2Diaphragm compressors2.3Ionic liquid compressors2.4Electrochemical hydrogen compression2.5Stages and cooling2.6Energy consumption of compression2.7Compressor maintenance2.8Selection by flow rate2.9Reliability and redundancy2.10Practical: compressor sizing
3.1Type I to IV vessels3.2Materials and liner3.3Carbon fibre and filament winding3.4Design at 350 and 700 bar3.5Vessel testing3.6Stationary pressurised storage3.7Tubes and large cylinders3.8Permeation through the liner3.9Service life and inspection3.10Lab: calculation of a Type IV vessel
4.1Liquefaction cycles4.2Efficiency and consumption4.3Double-walled cryogenic tanks4.4Boil-off and its management4.5Transport in tankers4.6Liquid hydrogen ships4.7Materials for cryogenic service4.8Safety in cryogenic installations4.9Applications in aviation4.10Case study: boil-off balance
5.1Ammonia as a carrier5.2Liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHC)5.3Methanol as a hydrogen carrier5.4Metal hydrides for storage5.5Adsorption in porous materials5.6Dehydrogenation processes5.7Chain efficiency5.8Safety and toxicity5.9Cost comparison5.10Practical: comparison of carriers
6.1Storage in salt caverns6.2Use of depleted reservoirs6.3Storage in deep aquifers6.4International experience in underground storage6.5Well integrity6.6Microbial reactions in the subsurface6.7Injection cycles6.8Geological safety of the storage site6.9Regulation of underground storage6.10Case study: seasonal storage
7.1Dedicated hydrogen networks7.2Repurposing of gas pipelines7.3Blending with natural gas7.4Embrittlement and materials7.5Network compression7.6Hydraulic network design7.7Leak detection7.8Odorisation of distributed hydrogen7.9European hydrogen backbone7.10Workshop: pipeline sizing
8.1Tube trailers8.2Multiple-element gas containers8.3Cryogenic road tankers8.4Transport of dangerous goods under ADR8.5Supply logistics8.6Hydrogen port terminals8.7Maritime transport of hydrogen8.8Logistics costs per kilogram8.9Route optimisation8.10Practical: regional logistics model
9.1ATEX and hazardous areas9.2HAZOP risk analysis9.3Safety distances9.4Ventilation and detection9.5Fire protection9.6Stations to ISO 198809.7Royal Decree 840/2015 (Seveso)9.8Pressure equipment regulations9.9Pressure equipment under Directive 2014/68/EU9.10Case study: HAZOP of a storage plant
10.1Coupling with electrolysis10.2Power-to-gas and methanation processes10.3Integration with renewable generation10.4Hydrogen valleys10.5Industry and refineries10.6Supply to heavy-duty mobility10.7Export and import10.8Market and prices10.9Guarantees of origin10.10Lab: supply chain simulation
11.1CAPEX and OPEX of storage11.2Levelised cost of hydrogen11.3Financing of hydrogen infrastructure11.4European hydrogen funding11.5Project risks11.6Supply contracts11.7Feasibility studies11.8Project management11.9Lessons from existing projects11.10Workshop: feasibility of a storage system
12.1Use case definition12.2Demand and consumption profile12.3Technology selection12.4Storage system sizing12.5Supply logistics design12.6Safety analysis12.7Economic feasibility of the project12.8Conclusions and recommendations12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
A 100% online programme on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within the intake, so you can combine it with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Aspen HYSYS, DNV Phast, MATLAB and HOMER Pro, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures: sizing of pressurised storage systems, HAZOP analysis of installations and logistics models for distribution. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: ISO 19880-1, ISO 14687, Directive 2014/68/EU, Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX), ISO 11119-3, ISO 16111, Royal Decree 840/2015, ASME B31.12.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- A university degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Aspen HYSYS, DNV Phast, MATLAB and HOMER Pro, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent professional experience), a computer able to run the programme software, and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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