Master’s in Hydrogen Storage and Distribution for Vehicles Engineering — 350/700 bar, LH₂, Safety and Standards
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in hydrogen storage and distribution engineering for vehicles — 350/700 bar, LH₂, safety and standards. 12 modules covering hydrogen thermodynamics, Type III and IV composite tanks, liquid hydrogen, on-board components, road and pipeline distribution, risk analysis, testing and UN ECE R134, UN GTR 13 and ISO 19881, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Hydrogen Storage and Distribution for Vehicles Engineering — 350/700 bar, LH₂, Safety and Standards — studying from Singapore
Singapore's electromobility sector is growing under national plans for electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and cleaner public transport. The Energy Market Authority oversees energy transition policy, including hydrogen and energy storage, while the Land Transport Authority manages electric bus and taxi programmes. Research on battery technology and hydrogen is conducted at institutions such as the Nanyang Technological University. Employers include energy companies, charging network operators and battery and component suppliers serving the region.
Fees for Singapore: S$11,300 (Singapore dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Singapore
Typical roles
Questions from Singapore
Which Singapore bodies regulate batteries, electric mobility and hydrogen, and is SEIUM recognised?
Singapore's energy and hydrogen activities are overseen by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) and the Land Transport Authority (LTA) for electric vehicles, with fire safety handled by the Singapore Civil Defence Force. Engineers may register with the Professional Engineers Board (PEB). SEIUM's qualifications are private, not state degrees, and not accredited by any national body, so recognition depends on employers or the relevant body.
Which employers in Singapore hire battery and electromobility engineers?
Employers include EV-related companies, battery manufacturers and suppliers, energy utilities, charging network operators, and companies involved in Singapore's electric vehicle and hydrogen pilots. Employers usually prioritise hands-on experience with battery systems and safety standards. Your final project can show applied knowledge, but hiring remains at the employer's discretion.
Is this manageable with a full-time job, and does the language level suit non-native speakers?
Lessons are delivered fully online in English, and an assigned technical tutor guides you through the material. The workload is large, with 1,900 hours for a master's, 800 for a postgraduate diploma and 300 for a specialist course, so plan carefully. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible, subject to your company's policy.
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What you will be able to do
Analyse the thermodynamic behaviour of hydrogen at high pressure and in cryogenic conditions.
Design Type III and Type IV composite tanks.
Select the components of the on-board storage system.
Plan road and pipeline distribution chains.
Assess storage risks through quantitative analysis.
Apply international regulations for tanks and transport.
Develop a hydrogen storage project for vehicles.
Who it's for
- Hydrogen storage system engineers looking to deepen their expertise in 350/700 bar and LH₂ systems.
- Composite tank design engineers moving into hydrogen pressure vessels.
- Process safety engineers dealing with hydrogen risk assessment.
- Gas logistics engineers working on hydrogen supply chains.
- Certification engineers handling tanks, components and type approval.
- Cryogenic engineers interested in liquid hydrogen applications.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the automotive sector.
What you'll work with
- UN ECE R134 (type approval of hydrogen vehicles)
- UN GTR 13 (global regulation on hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles)
- ISO 19881 (gaseous hydrogen land vehicle fuel containers)
- SAE J2579 (fuel systems in fuel cell and hydrogen vehicles)
- SAE J2601 (hydrogen fuelling protocol)
- Directive 2014/68/EU (pressure equipment)
- Directive 2010/35/EU (transportable pressure equipment, TPED)
- ISO 21010 (cryogenic vessels, gas/material compatibility)
- ANSYS Mechanical
- Abaqus
- DNV Phast
- MATLAB
- Aspen HYSYS
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Equations of state for hydrogen1.2Compressibility factor at high pressure1.3Inverse Joule-Thomson effect1.4Ortho- and parahydrogen1.5Boil-off evaporation losses1.6Density in gaseous and liquid states1.7Heat of compression during filling1.8Compression and liquefaction energy1.9Comparison of storage methods1.10Practical: density calculation at 700 bar
2.1Classification of Type I to IV tanks2.2Polymer and metallic liners2.3Carbon-fibre filament winding2.4Layer design and winding angles2.5Bosses and metallic joints2.6Burst pressure calculation2.7Fatigue and filling cycles2.8Creep under sustained stress2.9Carbon-fibre cost2.10Workshop: tank laminate design
3.1Claude and Brayton liquefaction cycles3.2Double-walled cryogenic tanks3.3Multilayer insulation and vacuum3.4Boil-off management3.5sLH2 cryogenic pumps3.6Liquid transfer and cool-down3.7Materials for cryogenic temperatures3.8Liquid hydrogen safety3.9Truck and marine applications3.10Case study: LH2 truck range
4.1In-tank shut-off valves4.2Thermally activated pressure relief devices (TPRD)4.3Multi-stage pressure regulators4.4Pressure and temperature sensors4.5Refuelling receptacle4.6High-pressure piping and fittings4.7Filters and heat exchangers4.8Vehicle-to-dispenser communication via IrDA4.9Component diagnostics4.10Lab: 700 bar system schematic
5.1Tank location in passenger cars5.2Tank racks in buses5.3Integration in long-haul trucks5.4Impact protection5.5System thermal management5.6Compartment ventilation5.7Mass and centre of gravity5.8Interfaces with the fuel cell or engine5.9Maintenance and accessibility5.10Practical: bus tank layout
6.1Tube trailers at 200 and 500 bar6.2Composite MEGC containers6.3Liquid hydrogen tankers6.4ADR dangerous goods transport6.5Supply logistics for hydrogen refuelling stations6.6Liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHC)6.7Ammonia as a carrier6.8Comparison of logistics costs6.9Supply route planning6.10Case study: regional supply logistics
7.1Dedicated high-pressure hydrogen pipelines7.2Blending with natural gas in networks7.3Embrittlement in pipeline steels7.4Compression and pumping stations7.5European hydrogen backbone7.6Fiscal metering of hydrogen7.7Gas quality in networks7.8Geological storage in caverns7.9Regulation of network transport7.10Workshop: sizing a local hydrogen pipeline
8.1Quantitative risk analysis8.2Hydrogen cloud dispersion8.3Deflagration and detonation8.4Jet fires and radiation8.5Safety distances8.6ATEX zone classification8.7Response to a tank fire8.8Safety in tunnels and car parks8.9Self-protection plans8.10Practical: safety distance calculation
9.1Burst pressure test9.2Hydraulic cycling test9.3Localised and engulfing fire test9.4Drop and impact test9.5Chemical and environmental exposure9.6Permeation test9.7Ballistic penetration test9.8TPRD certification9.9Production batch testing9.10Lab: GTR 13 test plan
10.1UN ECE R134 regulation10.2GTR 13 Phase 2 requirements10.3ISO 19881 tank standard10.4SAE J2579 and J2601 standards10.5Pressure Equipment Directive10.6Transportable pressure equipment (TPED)10.7ADR agreement for hydrogen10.8ISO 21010 cryogenic standards10.9Periodic tank inspection10.10Case study: regulatory matrix for a system
11.1Cost per kilogram stored11.2Levelised cost of distribution11.3Tank learning curves11.4Reuse and end of life11.5Carbon-fibre recycling11.6Carbon footprint of the chain11.7Component supply chain11.8Technology selection by use case11.9European deployment scenarios11.10Workshop: 350 vs 700 bar cost comparison
12.1Definition of range requirements12.2Selection of storage technology12.3Tank and component design12.4Integration into the target vehicle12.5Supply and distribution plan12.6System risk analysis12.7Test and certification plan12.8Conclusions and improvement proposals12.9Master'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. No fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within the intake, so it can be combined with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ANSYS Mechanical, Abaqus, DNV Phast, MATLAB and Aspen HYSYS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for hydraulic cycling and burst pressure tests, fire tests on composite tanks and fast-fill simulation at 700 bar. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: UN ECE R134, UN GTR 13, ISO 19881, SAE J2579, SAE J2601, Directive 2014/68/EU (pressure equipment), Directive 2010/35/EU (TPED), ISO 21010.
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 able to run 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 ANSYS Mechanical, Abaqus, DNV Phast, MATLAB and Aspen HYSYS, 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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