Course on Public Policy in Nuclear Energy
Online course of 300 h in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy. 6 modules covering Spanish Law 25/1964 on Nuclear Energy, Spanish Law 15/1980 establishing the Nuclear Safety Council and Advanced Excel (levelised cost models). Dedicated tutor and enrolment open.
Course on Public Policy in Nuclear Energy — studying from Malta
Malta has no nuclear power generation, and its nuclear engineering relevance lies mainly in radiation protection, safeguards awareness, medical and industrial radiation use, and regulatory oversight of radioactive materials. The Malta Radiation Protection Department and the Health Directorate oversee the use of radiation in hospitals, research and industry. Engineers may find roles in medical physics support, radiological monitoring and compliance. The sector is largely confined to applied and regulatory work rather than fuel cycle activity.
Fees for Malta: €644 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Is there a professional route in Malta for nuclear engineering, and is SEIUM's qualification recognised?
Malta does not operate nuclear power plants, so nuclear engineering careers there are limited, and roles are more likely in regulation, consultancy or international work. SEIUM Institute's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition is decided by employers or the relevant regulatory body, so verify this before enrolling.
What employment could this training lead to in Malta?
Given Malta has no nuclear power generation, local opportunities are few and would mostly sit within consultancy, international organisations or firms working abroad. Employers in these roles set their own qualification requirements, and a private online qualification may or may not be accepted. Reviewing job requirements and speaking with employers will show how the training would be viewed.
Can I study this from Malta without relocating, and how is the workload structured?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online, taught in English and suitable for study from home, so you do not need a student visa. Master's programmes total 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours. Each student has an assigned technical tutor, and fees are payable in instalments, with possible 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
Place nuclear energy within national and European energy policy.
Analyse the costs, financing and business models of nuclear generation.
Assess the nuclear contribution to climate and security of supply objectives.
Examine waste governance and public participation models.
Compare the nuclear policies of different countries.
Identify the legal and institutional instruments available for policy design.
Formulate a public policy proposal on nuclear energy.
Who it's for
- Energy public policy analyst looking to specialise in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy.
- Nuclear regulation adviser looking to specialise in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy.
- Energy administration officer looking to specialise in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy.
- Energy governance researcher looking to specialise in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy.
- Energy strategy consultant looking to specialise in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy.
- Institutional relations manager looking to specialise in Public Policy in Nuclear Energy.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into public administration.
What you'll work with
- Spanish Law 25/1964 on Nuclear Energy
- Spanish Law 15/1980 establishing the Nuclear Safety Council
- Spanish Law 12/2011 on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage
- Directive 2011/70/Euratom (radioactive waste management)
- Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1214 (taxonomy: nuclear and gas)
- The Convention on Nuclear Safety
- Paris Agreement (2015)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1The role of nuclear in the electricity mix1.2The energy trilemma: security, cost and sustainability1.3History of nuclear programmes1.4Phase-outs and moratoria: Germany and Italy1.5New programmes and relaunch1.6Governments, regulators and companies1.7Public opinion and acceptance1.8Public policy instruments1.9IEA and NEA scenarios1.10Case study: evolution of nuclear policy in Spain
2.1Levelised cost of electricity (LCOE)2.2Capital costs and overruns2.3Contracts for difference: Hinkley Point C2.4The RAB model: Sizewell C2.5The Mankala model in Finland2.6State aid and the European Commission2.7Financing decommissioning and waste2.8EU sustainable finance taxonomy2.9Electricity markets and the value of firm capacity2.10Workshop: calculating the LCOE of a power plant
3.1Life-cycle emissions3.2The Paris Agreement and climate neutrality3.3Security of uranium supply3.4Dependence on Russian fuel3.5Integration with renewables3.6Hydrogen production and industrial heat3.7Land and material use3.8Water resources3.9Sustainability indicators3.10Practical exercise: comparing life-cycle emissions
4.1Radioactive waste policy4.2Site selection4.3Public participation and the Aarhus Convention4.4Compensation for municipalities4.5Transparency and communication4.6Environmental justice4.7R&D and talent policies4.8National industry and the supply chain4.9Plant closures and just transition4.10Case study: the centralised interim storage facility in Spain
5.1France and the EPR2 programme5.2The United Kingdom and Great British Nuclear5.3The USA: IRA tax credits5.4China and its accelerated deployment5.5Newcomers: Poland, Turkey and Egypt5.6The European Nuclear Alliance5.7The COP28 declaration to triple nuclear capacity5.8SMR support policies5.9Nuclear diplomacy and exports5.10Case study: comparing two national strategies
6.1Diagnosis of the energy system6.2Defining objectives6.3Analysis of alternatives6.4Economic assessment6.5Impacts and social acceptance6.6Designing instruments6.7Implementation plan6.8Monitoring indicators6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable materials, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake period, making it easy to combine with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standards and applied exercises. The software used is Advanced Excel (levelised cost models), R (statistical analysis), LEAP (energy scenarios), NVivo (qualitative analysis), in free, academic or trial versions. Testing is studied through real procedures from comparative studies of national nuclear policies, levelised cost of electricity analysis, and public policy design workshops. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus a final capstone project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Place nuclear energy within national and European energy policy.
Analyse the costs, financing and business models of nuclear generation.
Assess the nuclear contribution to climate and security of supply objectives.
Examine waste governance and public participation models.
Compare the nuclear policies of different countries.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No previous qualification is required.
- An internet connection and a computer able to run the programme software.
- A level of 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 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with Advanced Excel (levelised cost models), R (statistical analysis), LEAP (energy scenarios) and NVivo (qualitative analysis). Free, academic or trial versions are used, and your tutor will point out a free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the capstone project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state-accredited degree.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.
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