Master’s in Regulation, Taxation and International Trade of Classic Vehicles
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in regulation, taxation and international trade of classic vehicles. 12 modules covering the international market, historic vehicle regulations, direct taxation, VAT, vehicle taxes, customs, cultural heritage export, international contracts, AML compliance, logistics and valuation, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Regulation, Taxation and International Trade of Classic Vehicles — studying from Australia
Restoration of classic vehicles and heritage machinery is a valued pursuit in Australia, supported by active car clubs, museums and a dedicated enthusiast community. Engineers and skilled restorers work on historical preservation, parts sourcing, engine rebuilding and compliance with vehicle registration requirements. The heritage and collectable vehicle market supports specialist workshops, parts suppliers and appraisal services. Employers include restoration workshops, museums, specialist importers and heritage organisations.
Fees for Australia: A$12,600 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Is this training recognised by any Australian heritage or automotive restoration body?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body or heritage authority. Recognition is decided by employers and individual clients. Heritage listings and vehicle registration are governed by state authorities, so check their requirements separately if they affect your work.
Which Australian businesses might employ restoration specialists with this training?
Classic car restoration workshops, heritage vehicle dealers, museums, and specialist parts suppliers are examples of Australian employers and clients in this area. Hiring decisions rest with each business. A strong restoration portfolio and practical experience are typically more persuasive than a private qualification.
Can I study from Australia while keeping my current work, and can it be funded?
Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from Australia without a student visa and around your existing work. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Check the total hours and build a schedule you can sustain.
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What you will be able to do
Analyse how the international classic vehicle market works.
Apply the regulatory framework for historic vehicles.
Determine the direct and indirect taxation of transactions.
Manage import and export customs procedures.
Apply cultural heritage and export regulations.
Structure contracts and regulatory compliance processes.
Plan complete international transactions with risk criteria.
Who it's for
- Tax advisers specialising in classic vehicles.
- International trade consultants.
- Compliance officers at auction houses.
- Customs agents.
- Managers of investment collections.
- Heritage and cultural property lawyers.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into the classic vehicle trade.
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 952/2013 (Union Customs Code)
- Directive 2006/112/EC (common system of value added tax)
- Spanish VAT Act 37/1992 (value added tax in Spain)
- Spanish Excise Duties Act 38/1992 (including the registration tax on vehicles)
- Royal Decree 892/2013 (Spanish Historic Vehicles Regulation)
- Spanish Historical Heritage Act 16/1985 (protection and export of heritage assets)
- Regulation (EC) 116/2009 (export of cultural goods)
- Directive (EU) 2015/849 (prevention of money laundering)
- TARIC
- AEAT e-office (Spanish Tax Agency)
- SAP Global Trade Services
- Hagerty Valuation Tools
12 modules
1.1Market structure1.2Auctions, dealers and private sales1.3Market price indices1.4European, American and Asian markets1.5Cycles and trends1.6Investment-grade vehicles1.7Digital sales platforms1.8Players in the sector1.9Data and transparency1.10Case study: analysis of auction results
2.1Spanish Historic Vehicles Regulation2.2Classification and official laboratories2.3Periodic technical inspection2.4Historic registration2.5Use on the road and restrictions2.6Low-emission zones2.7European inspection regulations2.8FIVA classification2.9Regulations in other countries2.10Practical exercise: historic classification file
3.1Taxation of capital gains3.2Private investors and companies3.3Assets and collections3.4Wealth Tax3.5Inheritance and gift tax3.6Foundations and patronage3.7Tax residence3.8Double taxation treaties3.9Lawful tax planning3.10Case study: taxation of the sale of a collection
4.1General VAT regime4.2Special scheme for second-hand goods4.3Collectors’ items and antiques4.4Intra-Community supplies4.5Intra-Community acquisitions4.6Imports at the reduced rate4.7Exempt exports4.8Auctions and commission agents4.9Formal obligations4.10Practical exercise: VAT return for an intra-Community transaction
5.1Special tax on certain means of transport5.2Exemptions for historic vehicles5.3Vehicle circulation tax5.4Municipal tax relief5.5Transfer tax5.6Traffic fees5.7Imports and registration5.8Competition vehicles5.9International cases5.10Case study: tax cost of importing a classic from the United States
6.1Union Customs Code6.2Tariff classification6.3Customs value6.4Origin of goods6.5Temporary admission and the ATA carnet6.6Inward processing for restoration6.7Export of cultural goods6.8Customs representation6.9Authorised economic operator6.10Practical exercise: import declaration for a vehicle
7.1Vehicles as cultural goods7.2Spanish Historical Heritage Act7.3Export permits7.4Assets of cultural interest7.5Return of cultural goods7.6UNIDROIT Convention7.7Illicit trafficking7.8Due diligence7.9International cases7.10Case study: application for an export permit
8.1International sale of goods8.2Applicable law and jurisdiction8.3Contracts with auction houses8.4Consignment8.5Warranties and representations8.6Incoterms 20208.7Transport and insurance8.8Arbitration8.9Dispute resolution8.10Workshop: cross-border sale contract
9.1EU anti-money laundering directives9.2Obliged entities9.3Customer due diligence9.4Beneficial owner9.5International sanctions9.6Suspicious transactions9.7Cash limits9.8Internal policies9.9Audits9.10Practical exercise: a dealer's AML manual
10.1Container sea freight10.2Ro-ro and air transport10.3Enclosed road transport10.4Transport insurance10.5Collection insurance10.6Agreed value10.7Claims10.8Bonded warehouse storage10.9Coordination with freight forwarders10.10Case study: shipping a collection to Asia
11.1Valuation methods11.2Expert appraisal11.3Value drivers11.4Valuation for tax purposes11.5Financing and loans secured on classics11.6Funds and investment vehicles11.7Market risks11.8Liquidity and exit11.9Investor information11.10Practical exercise: valuation report for tax purposes
12.1Setting out the case12.2Regulatory analysis12.3Tax analysis12.4Customs analysis12.5Contractual and compliance analysis12.6Transaction plan12.7Conclusions and recommendations12.8Documentary annexes12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
The programme is delivered 100% online on SEIUM's campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There is no fixed timetable: you progress at your own pace within each intake, making it compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original legislation and applied exercises. The working tools are TARIC, the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT) e-office, SAP Global Trade Services and Hagerty Valuation Tools, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures: tax settlement for the import of a historic vehicle, an export file for a cultural good and due diligence for an international sale. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Regulation (EU) 952/2013 (Union Customs Code), Directive 2006/112/EC (common system of VAT), Spanish VAT Act 37/1992, Spanish Excise Duties Act 38/1992, Royal Decree 892/2013, Spanish Historical Heritage Act 16/1985, Regulation (EC) 116/2009, Directive (EU) 2015/849.
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 TARIC, the AEAT e-office, SAP Global Trade Services and Hagerty Valuation Tools, 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), 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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