Master’s in H₂ Infrastructure Engineering
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in H₂ infrastructure engineering, structured in 12 modules covering materials, compression, storage, pipelines and repurposed gas networks, blending, road and maritime transport, refuelling stations, safety, regulation and network planning, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in H₂ Infrastructure Engineering — studying from Malta
Malta's energy sector is undergoing significant change as the country seeks to reduce dependence on imported fuels and meet European Union climate commitments. The national utility Enemalta plc, together with regulators and private developers, is driving investment in gas supply, renewable generation and grid modernisation. Opportunities exist in power distribution, interconnection, energy efficiency and water services, given the island's distinctive resource constraints. Engineers typically find roles with utilities, consultancies and public agencies overseeing energy planning.
Fees for Malta: €6,920 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Which bodies regulate energy and network engineering in Malta?
The Regulator for Energy and Water Services regulates energy and water markets and network operation in Malta, and the Malta Resources Authority handles energy policy and resources. The Chamber of Engineers (KSU) regulates the title 'engineer'. SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by a national body, so employers or the relevant regulator decide how they are recognised.
What employers in Malta hire for energy and network engineering?
Key employers include the national energy and water utility, network operators, renewable energy developers, and consultancies serving the energy sector. Many roles involve grid, interconnection and renewables projects linked to EU targets. Employers generally expect relevant experience and sometimes chartered status, so a private qualification should complement practical background.
How can I study this while working, and what should I check about time and funding?
Programmes are fully online and taught in English, with an assigned technical tutor and a final project. You do not need a student visa to study from Malta. Time commitments range from 300 hours for specialist courses to 1,900 for master's programmes, so plan around your job. Ask about instalment fee options and whether your employer will sponsor you.
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 hydrogen infrastructure chain.
Select hydrogen-compatible materials.
Size compression and storage systems.
Design hydrogen pipelines and assess the repurposing of gas pipelines.
Plan hydrogen refuelling stations.
Assess the safety of hydrogen infrastructure.
Plan and economically appraise hydrogen networks.
Who it's for
- Hydrogen infrastructure engineers
- Pipeline engineers
- Hydrogen materials specialists
- Process safety specialists
- Energy network planners
- Refuelling station engineers
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into hydrogen
What you'll work with
- Directive (EU) 2024/1788 (renewable gas and hydrogen markets)
- Regulation (EU) 2024/1789 (internal markets for renewable gas, natural gas and hydrogen)
- ASME B31.12 (hydrogen piping and pipelines)
- ISO 19880-1 (gaseous hydrogen fuelling stations)
- SAE J2601 (refuelling protocol)
- Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (AFIR)
- Directive 2012/18/EU (Seveso III)
- ADR Agreement (international carriage of dangerous goods by road)
- Aspen HYSYS
- PHAST (DNV)
- Synergi Gas
- CoolProp
- QGIS
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Infrastructure value chain1.2European infrastructure needs1.3European hydrogen backbone1.4H2Med corridor between Iberia and France1.5National network planning1.6Hydrogen network operators1.7Reusable existing infrastructure1.8Infrastructure costs1.9Technical and regulatory challenges1.10Case study: analysis of the H2Med corridor
2.1Thermophysical properties of hydrogen2.2Equations of state2.3Hydrogen embrittlement2.4Steels for hydrogen2.5Materials testing2.6Permeation through materials2.7Gaskets and seals2.8Polymer compatibility2.9Materials selection2.10Lab: property calculation with REFPROP or CoolProp
3.1Reciprocating piston compressors3.2Diaphragm compressors3.3Ionic liquid compressors3.4Electrochemical hydrogen compression3.5Stages and heat exchangers3.6Efficiency and consumption3.7Compressor maintenance3.8Compressor selection3.9Compression at refuelling stations3.10Practical: sizing a compressor station
4.1Pressurised storage, Types I to IV4.2Cryogenic liquid hydrogen storage4.3Storage in salt caverns4.4Depleted reservoirs and aquifers4.5Metal hydride storage4.6Liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHC)4.7Ammonia as storage4.8Storage sizing4.9Storage safety4.10Case study: salt cavern for a hydrogen valley
5.1Design of hydrogen pipelines5.2Hydraulic calculation of pipelines5.3Wall thicknesses and design pressures5.4Repurposing of gas pipelines5.5Pressure regulation and metering stations5.6Pipeline inspection5.7Pipeline integrity5.8Odorisation and detection5.9Design standards5.10Lab: hydraulic simulation of a hydrogen pipeline
6.1Injection into gas networks6.2Blending limits6.3Effects on end users6.4Measurement of blends6.5Gas quality6.6Membrane separation6.7Injection projects in Spain6.8Impact on the network6.9Regulation of blends6.10Practical: impact analysis of a 10% blend
7.1Tube trailers7.2Liquid hydrogen in tankers7.3Ammonia transport7.4Liquid hydrogen carriers7.5Port import terminals7.6Import chains7.7Logistics costs by route7.8ADR regulations for dangerous goods7.9Transport safety7.10Case study: ammonia import chain to a port
8.1Architecture of a hydrogen refuelling station8.2Refuelling at 350 and 700 bar8.3SAE J2601 refuelling protocols8.4Hydrogen pre-cooling8.5Dispensers and hoses8.6Sizing for fleets8.7Refuelling stations for trucks8.8AFIR targets for refuelling stations8.9Operation and maintenance8.10Workshop: design of a refuelling station for buses
9.1Zone classification9.2Quantitative risk analysis9.3Safety distances9.4Leak dispersion9.5Explosions and deflagrations9.6Fire protection9.7Seveso Directive and storage9.8Self-protection plans9.9Integrity management9.10Lab: dispersion modelling of a leak
10.1Hydrogen and decarbonised gas package10.2Unbundling of activities10.3Third-party access10.4Network planning10.5Network tariffs10.6Certification of origin10.7Spanish hydrogen regulations10.8Infrastructure permitting10.9Funds and projects of common interest10.10Practical: regulatory analysis of a local hydrogen network
11.1Infrastructure planning models11.2Transport costs by distance11.3Route comparison11.4Hydrogen valleys and clusters11.5Cost-benefit analysis of networks11.6Under-utilisation risks11.7Infrastructure finance11.8Infrastructure business models11.9Coordination with demand11.10Case study: infrastructure planning for an industrial cluster
12.1Definition of the case12.2Supply and demand analysis12.3Infrastructure design12.4Selection of materials and equipment12.5Safety analysis12.6Economic assessment of the infrastructure12.7Applicable regulatory framework12.8Conclusions and future work12.9Master'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 the programme fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Aspen HYSYS, PHAST (DNV), Synergi Gas, CoolProp and QGIS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures for hydraulic simulation of hydrogen pipelines, leak dispersion modelling and refuelling station sizing. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Directive (EU) 2024/1788 (renewable gas and hydrogen markets), Regulation (EU) 2024/1789 (internal markets for renewable gas, natural gas and hydrogen), ASME B31.12 (hydrogen piping and pipelines), ISO 19880-1 (gaseous hydrogen fuelling stations), SAE J2601 (refuelling protocol), Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 (AFIR), Directive 2012/18/EU (Seveso III), ADR Agreement (international carriage of dangerous goods by road).
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 Aspen HYSYS, PHAST (DNV), Synergi Gas, CoolProp and QGIS, 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), a computer able to run the 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.
Related programmes
Master’s in District Energy and Heating/Cooling Networks
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in district energy and heating/cooling networks, 12 modules covering heat demand, generation sources, centralised cooling, hydraulic design, piping, substations, thermal…
Master’s in Utility-Scale Photovoltaic Plants: Engineering and O&M
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in utility-scale photovoltaic plant engineering and O&M, covering design, PV SCADA and performance ratio. 12 modules covering solar resource, modules…
Master’s in Energy Retrofitting Engineering and Certification
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in energy retrofit and certification engineering: 12 modules covering existing building physics, energy performance certification, simulation tools, envelope and installation…
More in Energy and Networks
All Energy and Networks programmes → · How to apply · Fees & financing · Scholarships