Master’s in Synthetic Fuels and e-Fuels for Mobility
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in synthetic fuels and e-fuels for mobility. 12 modules covering renewable hydrogen, CO2 capture, Fischer-Tropsch, methanol and ammonia synthesis, engine compatibility, SAF, EU regulation (RED III, ReFuelEU Aviation, FuelEU Maritime), life cycle assessment and project economics, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Synthetic Fuels and e-Fuels for Mobility — studying from India
India is the world's largest manufacturer of two-wheelers, with major production in Chennai, Pune, Gurugram, Manesar and Greater Noida. Companies such as Hero MotoCorp, Bajaj Auto, TVS Motor Company, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India and Royal Enfield dominate the market, supported by a deep supplier base. Vehicle standards and emission norms are set by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, with testing and homologation support from the Automotive Research Association of India. Engineers work on engine development, chassis and frame design, electrification and quality validation for two-wheeled vehicles.
Fees for India: ₹734,000 (Indian Rupee), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in India
Typical roles
Questions from India
Do motorcycle engineering qualifications need approval from bodies in India?
Vehicle type approval and homologation in India involve the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) and the Automotive Industry Standards (AIS) rules under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules. SEIUM's qualification is private and not accredited by any national body, so it does not confer approval or certification. Employers decide how much it is worth to them.
Which employers in India hire for 2-wheeler engineering roles?
Major two-wheeler manufacturers, their component suppliers, and design and testing consultancies are the typical employers. Hiring focuses on specific technical skills and practical experience. A private qualification can add to a profile, but employers will judge it alongside your work history and their own requirements.
Is this course realistic for a working engineer in India, and what about English?
Yes, it is designed for online study, so you can work and study at the same time from anywhere in India. The course is taught in English, so you need reasonable English proficiency to follow it. Each student gets a technical tutor, and fees can be paid in instalments or covered by employer sponsorship.
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
Position synthetic fuels within the decarbonisation of transport.
Understand renewable hydrogen production and CO2 capture.
Analyse the Fischer-Tropsch, methanol and ammonia synthesis routes.
Assess the compatibility of e-fuels with existing engines.
Apply the European regulatory framework for renewable fuels.
Calculate the life cycle and footprint of fuels.
Assess the economic feasibility of Power-to-X plants.
Who it's for
- Power-to-X process engineers moving into synthetic fuel production.
- Sustainable fuels specialists in refining, aviation or shipping.
- Life cycle analysts working on fuel and energy footprints.
- Hydrogen project developers expanding into e-fuel value chains.
- Engine and fuel engineers dealing with new drop-in and alternative fuels.
- Energy regulation consultants advising on RED III, ReFuelEU and FuelEU.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter refining and energy.
What you'll work with
- Directive (EU) 2023/2413 (RED III) (Renewable Energy Directive)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/2405 (ReFuelEU Aviation) (sustainable aviation fuel mandate)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1805 (FuelEU Maritime) (GHG intensity of maritime fuels)
- ASTM D7566 (aviation turbine fuel with synthesised hydrocarbons)
- EN 15940 (paraffinic diesel fuels)
- EN 228 (unleaded petrol)
- Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/1184 (RFNBO methodology)
- ISO 14067 (carbon footprint of products)
- Aspen Plus
- Aspen HYSYS
- SimaPro
- MATLAB
- GREET
12 modules
1.1Role of liquid fuels in transport1.2Hard-to-electrify sectors1.3Fossil, bio and synthetic fuels1.4The e-fuel or electrofuel concept1.5Carbon neutrality of the cycle1.6Well-to-wake emissions accounting1.7The debate in passenger car regulation1.8Mandatory quotas in aviation and shipping1.9Value chain stakeholders1.10Case study: well-to-wheel comparison of alternatives
2.1Pressurised alkaline electrolysis2.2PEM membrane electrolysis2.3Solid oxide electrolysis2.4Efficiency and specific consumption2.5Operation with variable renewables2.6Hydrogen quality and purification2.7Intermediate hydrogen storage2.8Levelised cost of hydrogen2.9EU RFNBO criteria2.10Laboratory: balance of a PEM electrolyser
3.1CO2 from industrial sources3.2Biogenic CO2 from biomass3.3Direct air capture3.4Amine absorption technologies3.5Adsorption on solids3.6CO2 purification and compression3.7CO2 transport3.8Cost of capture3.9Accounting rules for source CO23.10Practical exercise: comparison of CO2 sources
4.1Fischer-Tropsch chemistry4.2Syngas production4.3Reverse water-gas shift (RWGS) reaction4.4Iron and cobalt catalysts4.5Fixed-bed and slurry reactors4.6Product distribution4.7Hydrocracking and isomerisation4.8e-Kerosene production4.9Plant heat integration4.10Case study: mass balance of an FT plant
5.1Methanol synthesis from CO25.2Copper and zinc catalysts5.3Methanol as a marine fuel5.4Methanol-to-gasoline conversion5.5Methanol-to-kerosene conversion5.6Dimethyl ether as a diesel fuel5.7Oxymethylene ethers (OME) for engines5.8Methanol safety5.9The green methanol market5.10Practical exercise: methanol synthesis simulation in Aspen
6.1Green Haber-Bosch synthesis6.2Ammonia in marine engines6.3Ammonia in fuel cells6.4Ammonia cracking6.5Toxicity and safety6.6N2O and NOx emissions6.7Storage and bunkering6.8Experience from pilot vessels6.9IMO regulations6.10Case study: ammonia-powered vessel
7.1Drop-in fuels without modifications7.2EN 228 and EN 590 standards7.3Paraffinic fuels to EN 159407.4Compatibility with existing engines7.5Particulate and NOx emissions7.6Aviation engines and ASTM D75667.7Dual-fuel marine engines7.8Engine test bench trials7.9Material durability7.10Laboratory: testing a paraffinic fuel
8.1SAF and certified pathways8.2The ReFuelEU Aviation mandate8.3The e-kerosene sub-mandate8.4HEFA, ATJ and PtL pathways8.5Maximum blends and certification8.6SAF logistics at airports8.7Credits and book and claim8.8SAF costs and prices8.9European PtL projects8.10Case study: SAF supply to an airport
9.1The RED III Directive9.2RFNBO delegated acts9.3The FuelEU Maritime Regulation9.4Maritime and aviation ETS9.5Passenger car CO2 regulation and e-fuels9.6ISCC and REDcert certification9.7Guarantees of origin9.8Hydrogen subsidies and auctions9.9Spanish fuel regulations9.10Workshop: regulatory analysis of a project
10.1LCA of synthetic fuels10.2Electricity emission factors10.3Additionality and temporal correlation10.4Water use10.5Land use10.6Comparison with direct electrification10.7Energy efficiency of the chain10.8Sustainability indicators10.9Emissions certification10.10Practical exercise: LCA of an e-methanol
11.1CAPEX of Power-to-X plants11.2e-Fuel production cost11.3Renewable electricity price11.4Long-term offtake contracts11.5Project finance11.6Technology and market risks11.7Industrial scale-up of technologies11.8Plant siting11.9Lessons from projects11.10Case study: economic model of an e-kerosene plant
12.1Selection of the fuel and application12.2Proposed production chain12.3Plant sizing12.4Process simulation12.5Overall energy balance12.6Life cycle assessment12.7Economic feasibility of the project12.8Fit within the regulatory framework12.9Master'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 Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, SimaPro, MATLAB and GREET, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for Power-to-X synthesis process simulation, fuel life cycle assessment and engine test bench fuel trials. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Directive (EU) 2023/2413 (RED III), Regulation (EU) 2023/2405 (ReFuelEU Aviation), Regulation (EU) 2023/1805 (FuelEU Maritime), ASTM D7566, EN 15940, EN 228, Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/1184, ISO 14067.
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 Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, SimaPro, MATLAB and GREET, 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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