Master’s in Marine and Port Electromobility
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in marine and port electromobility. 12 modules covering electric ship propulsion, onboard batteries, onshore power supply (IEC/IEEE 80005-1), electric vessel charging, terminal electrification, SOLAS, FuelEU Maritime and AFIR, operation and maintenance, economics and port planning, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Marine and Port Electromobility — studying from Canada
Canada's motorcycle and two-wheeler market is relatively modest compared with the car sector, but it supports a network of dealers, distributors, parts suppliers and recreational riding communities. Manufacturers and importers serve markets across provinces, with seasonal demand shaped by climate. Engineering work in this area includes vehicle homologation, component design and electric two-wheeler development. Regulation of vehicle safety and emissions involves federal and provincial authorities.
Fees for Canada: C$12,400 (Canadian dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Canada
Typical roles
Questions from Canada
Is this programme recognised by professional bodies in Canada for motorcycle engineering?
SEIUM's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body in Canada. Vehicle engineering roles in Canada are generally not licensed by a single title-protected body, but employers and industry associations set their own expectations. Transport Canada regulates vehicle safety standards, which is separate from any qualification. Check recognition with prospective employers directly.
What career paths in Canada could this qualification support in the 2-wheeler sector?
Potential roles include design, testing, product development and technical support with motorcycle and powersports manufacturers, distributors and component suppliers. Whether a private qualification is valued is for each employer to decide, and experience often matters most in this sector. The final project can provide a concrete portfolio piece, though it does not guarantee any position.
How can I manage this programme alongside work in Canada?
The programme is entirely online and in English, so it suits students across Canadian time zones, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Workload ranges from 300 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme chosen. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. An assigned technical tutor provides guidance throughout.
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 maritime and port decarbonisation framework.
Design electric and hybrid ship propulsion systems.
Size onboard batteries in compliance with classification rules.
Plan onshore power supply to ships in port.
Electrify terminals and port equipment.
Operate and maintain electric fleets.
Assess the economic feasibility of maritime projects.
Who it's for
- Marine electrical systems engineers.
- Port electrification engineers working on OPS and terminal equipment.
- Marine battery specialists.
- Port sustainability managers.
- Technical fleet superintendents at shipping companies.
- Maritime decarbonisation consultants.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the shipping sector.
What you'll work with
- IEC/IEEE 80005-1 (high-voltage shore connection systems)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1805 (FuelEU Maritime) (GHG intensity of maritime fuels and OPS)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (AFIR) (alternative fuels infrastructure)
- SOLAS (safety of life at sea)
- DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.6 Ch.2 (DNV rules for battery power)
- IEC 62619 (safety of industrial lithium batteries)
- MARPOL Annex VI (air pollution from ships)
- IEC 60092-507 (electrical installations in small vessels)
- DIgSILENT PowerFactory
- MATLAB/Simulink
- DNV Nauticus
- HOMER Grid
12 modules
1.1Shipping emissions1.2The 2023 IMO strategy1.3EEXI and CII indicators1.4Ship emissions in port1.5Air quality in port cities1.6Alternatives: batteries, hydrogen, methanol and ammonia1.7Segments best suited to electrification1.8Ports as energy hubs1.9Stakeholders in the port ecosystem1.10Case study: emissions inventory of a port
2.1Conventional diesel-electric architectures2.2Hybrid propulsion with batteries2.3Fully electric vessels2.4Propulsion motors and inverters2.5Azimuth thrusters and pods2.6AC and DC main switchboards2.7Power management systems2.8Redundancy and operating modes2.9Efficiency by operating profile2.10Laboratory: electrical load balance of a hybrid ferry
3.1Energy requirements by route3.2Chemistries for marine applications3.3Battery rooms and ventilation3.4Fire detection and suppression3.5Classification society rules3.6Thermal management in enclosed spaces3.7Service life under ferry cycles3.8State-of-health monitoring3.9Swappable battery containers3.10Practical exercise: battery sizing for a ferry
4.1Short-distance ferries4.2Hybrid and electric tugs4.3Port service craft4.4Offshore support vessels4.5Cruise ships with batteries4.6Electric leisure craft4.7Fishing and aquaculture4.8River and inland waterway vessels4.9Cases from Norway and the Netherlands4.10Case study: analysis of a Norwegian electric ferry
5.1Onshore power supply (OPS)5.2The IEC/IEEE 80005-1 standard5.3High-voltage connections5.450/60 Hz frequency converters5.5Cable management systems5.6AFIR requirements for ports5.7Demand from cruise ships and container ships5.8Port grid connection5.9OPS tariff models5.10Practical exercise: sizing an OPS connection
6.1Automatic charging at berths6.2Robotic arms and connectors6.3Marine inductive charging6.4High-power charging for ferries6.5Shore-side storage as a buffer6.6Connection safety6.7System interoperability6.8Standards under development6.9Berthing and charging times6.10Case study: charging system for a ferry
7.1Electric STS and RTG cranes7.2Electric terminal vehicles7.3Electric port trucks7.4Lighting and buildings7.5Smart port microgrids7.6Solar PV and wind power in port7.7Port energy storage7.8Terminal energy management7.9Automation and efficiency7.10Laboratory: microgrid of a terminal
8.1The SOLAS Convention and electric vessels8.2DNV rules for batteries8.3ABS and Lloyd's Register guidance8.4FuelEU Maritime and mandatory OPS8.5The AFIR infrastructure regulation8.6Inclusion in the maritime ETS8.7High-voltage electrical safety8.8Emergency management in port8.9Crew training8.10Workshop: regulatory matrix for a hybrid vessel
9.1Operational planning of electric vessels9.2Charging and SOC management9.3Maintenance of electrical systems9.4Remote fleet monitoring9.5Marine battery diagnostics9.6Technician training9.7Service contracts9.8Availability indicators9.9Lessons from operation9.10Case study: maintenance plan for a tug
10.1Total cost of ownership of vessels10.2OPS cost for ports and shipping companies10.3EU CEF grants and funds10.4Carbon price and ETS10.5Green finance and bonds10.6Port concession models10.7Sensitivity analysis10.8Project risks10.9Success stories10.10Practical exercise: business case for an OPS
11.1Port energy transition plans11.2Coordination with distribution system operators11.3Ports as hydrogen hubs11.4Green shipping corridors11.5Cooperation between ports11.6Port data and digital twins11.7Change management11.8Communication with the city11.9Sustainability indicators11.10Case study: energy plan for a medium-sized port
12.1Selection of the vessel or port12.2Operating profile analysis12.3Electrical architecture design12.4Battery sizing12.5Shore-side infrastructure12.6Analysis of applicable regulations12.7Economic feasibility of the proposal12.8Implementation 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 it fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB/Simulink, DNV Nauticus and HOMER Grid, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for ferry battery sizing, onshore power supply connection design and port microgrid models. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: IEC/IEEE 80005-1, Regulation (EU) 2023/1805 (FuelEU Maritime), Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (AFIR), SOLAS, DNV-RU-SHIP Pt.6 Ch.2, IEC 62619, MARPOL Annex VI, IEC 60092-507.
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
- University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- 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 DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB/Simulink, DNV Nauticus and HOMER Grid, 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, plus 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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