Master’s in V2G, Aggregation and DERMs
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in V2G, aggregation and DERMs. 12 modules covering distributed energy resources, bidirectional charging, battery impact, aggregation, electricity markets, DERMS platforms, optimisation algorithms, V2H and V2B, regulation, pilots and business models, applying ISO 15118-20, IEEE 2030.5 and Python with Pyomo, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in V2G, Aggregation and DERMs — studying from South Africa
Two-wheeler transport is significant in South Africa, both for commuting and for delivery services, and the motorcycle and scooter market has grown steadily. Local assembly and distribution of motorcycles and scooters are supported by importers and manufacturers, and the sector interacts with road safety regulation and licensing. Engineers working on two-wheelers focus on chassis design, braking systems, emissions and rider safety. Growing interest in electric scooters and light mobility is also shaping demand.
Fees for South Africa: R 185 000 (South African rand), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in South Africa
Typical roles
Questions from South Africa
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised by the professional bodies in South Africa for this area?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any South African body, so they are not official state degrees. Professional engineering registration runs through ECSA, and motorcycle-related standards and testing involve bodies such as the SABS. Whether a SEIUM qualification is recognised is for employers or the relevant body to decide, so check before enrolling.
How might this qualification be used by employers in South Africa in the two-wheeler sector?
Motorcycle manufacturers, importers, dealers and component suppliers may value engineering depth in vehicle dynamics, powertrains or design. A private qualification can add to your profile, but it does not carry official status, so its impact depends on employer preference and your existing experience. Speak to potential employers to understand their view.
Can I study this programme alongside full-time work from South Africa, and is there a time zone or language issue?
The programme is fully online and taught in English, so you can study from South Africa without a student visa. Master's programmes require 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours, with an assigned technical tutor. Fees can be paid in instalments and employer sponsorship is possible. Ask SEIUM about time-zone expectations and weekly workload before enrolling.
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What you will be able to do
Characterise distributed energy resources.
Understand bidirectional charging technology.
Assess the impact of V2G on batteries.
Design aggregation strategies.
Participate in electricity and flexibility markets.
Integrate resources through DERMS and optimisation algorithms.
Define V2G business models and pilots.
Who it's for
- Energy flexibility engineers
- Aggregation analysts
- V2G specialists
- DERMS engineers
- Energy traders
- Electricity market consultants
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into utilities
What you'll work with
- ISO 15118-20 (vehicle-to-grid communication interface, 2nd generation)
- IEEE 2030.5 (smart energy profile for DER communication)
- Directive (EU) 2019/944 (common rules for the internal electricity market)
- IEC 61851-1 (EV conductive charging systems)
- OpenADR 2.0 (automated demand response)
- OCPP 2.0.1 (Open Charge Point Protocol)
- Regulation (EU) 2017/2195 (guideline on electricity balancing)
- IEEE 1547 (interconnection of distributed energy resources)
- Python with Pyomo
- Gurobi
- DIgSILENT PowerFactory
- MATLAB
- OpenDSS
12 modules
1.1Types of DER: photovoltaics, batteries and vehicles1.2Transformation of the electricity system1.3Demand flexibility1.4The electric vehicle as a flexible resource1.5V1G, V2H, V2B and V2G modes1.6Players: aggregator, distribution system operator and system operator1.7Benefits for the system1.8Technical and regulatory barriers1.9International flexibility experience1.10Case study: flexibility inventory of a municipality
2.1Bidirectional AC and DC chargers2.2Bidirectional on-board charger2.3Bidirectional power electronics2.4ISO 15118-20 protocols for V2G2.5CHAdeMO and its V2G experience2.6Grid connection requirements2.7Anti-islanding protection during discharge2.8Metering and certification2.9Manufacturers and products2.10Lab: testing a bidirectional charger
3.1Degradation from additional cycling3.2Ageing models3.3Usage strategies that minimise degradation3.4Manufacturer warranties3.5User compensation3.6Available state-of-charge window3.7Thermal management during V2G3.8Real data from pilots3.9Degradation cost per kWh3.10Practical exercise: degradation cost in a V2G scenario
4.1The independent aggregator concept4.2Virtual power plants4.3Forecasting vehicle availability4.4Portfolio optimisation4.5Market and grid signals4.6Telemetry requirements4.7Agreements with users4.8Aggregator risks4.9Aggregation business models4.10Case study: portfolio of a fleet aggregator
5.1Day-ahead and intraday markets5.2Balancing services in Spain5.3Secondary and tertiary regulation reserve5.4European balancing products5.5Capacity markets5.6Local flexibility markets5.7Prequalification requirements5.8Settlements and penalties5.9Expected revenues from services5.10Lab: simulated participation in a market
6.1Architecture of a DERMS6.2Integration with ADMS and SCADA6.3Management of grid constraints6.4Generation and demand forecasting6.5Resource dispatch6.6IEEE 2030.5 and OpenADR protocols6.7OCPP and OSCP protocols6.8Cybersecurity in DERMS6.9Vendors and solutions6.10Practical exercise: resource dispatch in a DERMS
7.1Formulation of optimisation problems7.2Linear and mixed-integer programming7.3Stochastic optimisation under uncertainty7.4Model predictive control of charging7.5Reinforcement learning7.6Decentralised coordination of vehicles7.7Pyomo and Gurobi tools7.8Scalability to thousands of vehicles7.9Validation of algorithms7.10Lab: charging optimisation with Pyomo
8.1The vehicle as home backup8.2Integration with photovoltaic self-consumption8.3Reduction of the contracted power charge8.4Commercial buildings with fleets8.5Microgrids with vehicles8.6Resilience to blackouts8.7Installation requirements8.8Cases in Japan and Europe8.9Economic viability of V2B applications8.10Case study: V2B in an office building
9.1Directive (EU) 2019/944 and aggregation9.2EU electricity balancing regulation9.3Spanish self-consumption regulations9.4Royal Decree 244/20199.5Connection requirements for storage9.6Grid codes and certification9.7AFIR and bidirectional charging9.8Data protection9.9Outstanding regulatory barriers9.10Workshop: regulatory analysis of a V2G service
10.1European pilot projects10.2Lessons from Utrecht and the United Kingdom10.3Projects with school buses10.4Corporate fleets with V2G10.5Measurement and verification10.6User experience10.7Scaling up pilots10.8Success indicators10.9Partner management10.10Practical exercise: design of a V2G pilot
11.1Value propositions by player11.2Benefit sharing11.3Dynamic tariffs for users11.4Contracts with vehicle manufacturers11.5Integration of energy and mobility11.6Market risks11.7Financial analysis of the business11.8Utility strategies11.9Trends to 203511.10Case study: business plan for an aggregator
12.1Definition of the use case12.2Characterisation of resources12.3Market and grid analysis12.4Optimisation model12.5Scenario simulation12.6Battery impact12.7Economic viability of the proposal12.8Recommendations for deployment12.9Master'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 each 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 Python with Pyomo, Gurobi, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB and OpenDSS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: optimisation of fleet charging and discharging, simulation of market participation and design of V2G pilots. Assessment is continuous by module plus the Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: ISO 15118-20, IEEE 2030.5, Directive (EU) 2019/944, IEC 61851-1, OpenADR 2.0, OCPP 2.0.1, Regulation (EU) 2017/2195, IEEE 1547.
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 Python with Pyomo, Gurobi, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB and OpenDSS, 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 demonstrable professional experience.
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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