Master’s in Micromobility and PMV Design
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in micromobility and personal mobility vehicle (PMV) design, structured in 12 modules covering the micromobility ecosystem, PMV regulation, architecture and package, dynamics and structure, electric powertrains, user experience, industrial design, connected shared fleets, testing, sustainability and industrialisation under EN 17128, EN 15194 and Regulation (EU) 168/2013, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Micromobility and PMV Design — studying from Australia
Materials science and advanced manufacturing support Australian industries including mining, aerospace, defence, food processing and infrastructure. Research organisations such as CSIRO and the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation contribute to materials characterisation and development. Quality management and conformity with standards are essential, particularly in regulated sectors. Engineers work on material selection, process improvement, additive manufacturing and quality assurance. Employers include manufacturers, mining equipment suppliers, research bodies and certification organisations.
Fees for Australia: A$11,000 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Is this qualification recognised by Engineers Australia or quality bodies such as Quality Australia?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by Engineers Australia or any national body. Quality-related certifications in Australia, such as those from independent certification bodies, are separate credentials that you must pursue on their own terms. Recognition of SEIUM's programmes is determined by employers or the relevant body, so verify this with them directly.
Which Australian manufacturing and quality employers might value this training?
Manufacturers in sectors such as mining equipment, automotive, aerospace supply chains and building materials employ materials and quality engineers. Whether they value a private qualification depends on each company's hiring criteria. Relevant experience and the practical final project can help demonstrate your capability to them.
Can I study online from Australia while working, and is payment flexible?
Yes, the programme is fully online and taught in English, so no student visa is required to study from home in Australia. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Consider the programme length, from 300 to 1,900 hours, and plan your study time around your work commitments.
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
Analyse the micromobility ecosystem and its usage patterns.
Apply Spanish and European regulations on personal mobility vehicles.
Define the architecture, package and structure of light vehicles.
Size electric powertrains and safe batteries.
Design safe and accessible user experiences.
Integrate connectivity for shared fleets.
Validate sustainable vehicles and take them into production.
Who it's for
- Micromobility vehicle designers.
- PMV product engineers.
- Shared fleet managers.
- Validation engineers.
- Light battery specialists.
- Urban mobility consultants.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to enter shared micromobility.
What you'll work with
- EN 17128 (light motorised vehicles for personal transport)
- EN 15194 (electrically power-assisted cycles, EPAC)
- Regulation (EU) 168/2013 (approval of two- and three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles)
- Royal Decree 970/2020 (Spanish regulation on personal mobility vehicles)
- EN 50604-1 (secondary lithium batteries for light EV applications)
- UN 38.3 (transport testing of lithium batteries)
- Directive 2006/42/EC (machinery)
- SolidWorks
- Autodesk Fusion
- KeyShot
- Ansys Mechanical
12 modules
1.1Types: scooters, bicycles, unicycles and light quadricycles1.2Personal mobility vehicles and their definition1.3Urban use and travel patterns1.4Last mile and multimodality1.5Shared and private systems1.6Market and main manufacturers1.7Accident rates and social perception1.8Cycling infrastructure and segregated lanes1.9Inclusive and accessible mobility1.10Case study: analysis of an urban shared fleet
2.1The Spanish General Vehicle Regulations and PMVs2.2DGT handbook of PMV characteristics2.3EN 17128 for light personal vehicles2.4Regulation (EU) 168/2013, category L1e2.5EN 15194 for EPACs2.6Municipal traffic bylaws2.7Insurance and liability2.8Certification and CE marking2.9Battery regulations2.10Workshop: conformity dossier for an e-scooter
3.1Platform and frame3.2Battery position and centre of gravity3.3Folding and portability3.4Target dimensions and weight3.5Wheels and diameters3.6Wheelbase and stability3.7Wiring integration3.8Modularity and variants3.9Package for shared use3.10Practical exercise: package of a folding e-scooter
4.1Stability of small-wheeled vehicles4.2Steering geometry4.3Suspension and comfort4.4Braking and stopping distances4.5Fatigue of frames and joints4.6Impact and drop tests4.7Finite element simulation4.8Materials: aluminium, steel, magnesium, composite4.9Vibration and comfort4.10Lab: handlebar fatigue test
5.1BLDC hub motors5.2Controllers and sensors5.3Lithium batteries and BMS5.4Range and consumption5.5Charging and connectors5.6Regenerative braking in hub motors5.7Thermal management in compact enclosures5.8Sealing and IP rating5.9Battery fire safety5.10Case study: sizing a battery for 40 km
6.1Anthropometry and standing posture6.2Handlebars, grips and controls6.3Displays and signalling6.4Lighting and visibility6.5Accessibility and user diversity6.6Carrying on public transport6.7Onboarding novice users6.8Safety as perceived by the user6.9Research with urban users6.10Practical exercise: usability test with users
7.1Visual identity of the vehicle7.2Sketching and rendering7.3Surface modelling7.4CMF for intensive outdoor use7.5Anti-vandal design for fleets7.6Accessory design7.7Lighting as a brand element7.8Simplicity and cost7.9Design for production in Asia7.10Workshop: concept for an electric cargo bike
8.1IoT and telemetry modules8.2Remote locking and unlocking8.3Geofencing and speed zones8.4Fleet management and rebalancing8.5Battery swapping in fleets8.6Predictive fleet maintenance8.7User apps8.8Data for urban planning8.9Cybersecurity of connected vehicles8.10Lab: geofencing with GPS data
9.1EN 17128 tests9.2Braking tests9.3Bench endurance tests9.4Sealing tests9.5Electromagnetic compatibility tests9.6UN 38.3 battery tests9.7Urban field trials9.8Failure analysis9.9Validation plan9.10Practical exercise: validation plan for a PMV
10.1Service life of shared vehicles10.2Life cycle assessment10.3Repairability and spare parts10.4Frame remanufacturing10.5Battery recycling10.6Use of recycled materials10.7Fleet logistics and emissions10.8Circular economy in micromobility10.9Ecodesign of accessories10.10Case study: redesign to double service life
11.1Sales and rental business models11.2Supply chain and suppliers11.3Manufacturing and assembly11.4Target cost of the vehicle11.5Quality control at source11.6Type approval in different markets11.7Distribution and after-sales11.8Municipal tenders for shared services11.9Launch strategy11.10Workshop: industrialisation plan
12.1Definition of the user and use case12.2Benchmark of existing vehicles12.3Technical and regulatory requirements12.4Concept and package12.5Industrial design and CMF12.6Powertrain and battery12.7Prototype or digital model12.8Prototype validation plan12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
100% online training 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 each 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 SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, KeyShot and Ansys Mechanical, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures: fatigue and braking tests on e-scooters and bicycles, usability tests with urban users and analysis of shared fleet data. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: EN 17128, EN 15194, Regulation (EU) 168/2013, Royal Decree 970/2020, EN 50604-1, UN 38.3, Directive 2006/42/EC.
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 SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, KeyShot and Ansys Mechanical, 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 demonstrable professional experience), plus 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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