Postgraduate Diploma in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R
Online 800-hour Postgraduate Diploma in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R. 8 modules covering Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, Regulation (EU) 2019/1020 and IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS. Assigned tutor and enrolment open.
Postgraduate Diploma in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R — 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 27 900 (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.
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
Explain the European type-approval system for L-category vehicles.
Identify the applicable technical requirements through delegated acts.
Plan tests and assessments with designated technical services.
Design conformity of production systems.
Apply the Market Surveillance Regulation to vehicles and equipment.
Manage safety defects and recall campaigns.
Process modifications and spare parts in accordance with Spanish regulations.
Who it's for
- Type-approval technician wishing to specialise in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R.
- Regulatory affairs manager wishing to specialise in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R.
- Market surveillance inspector wishing to specialise in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R.
- Conformity of production auditor wishing to specialise in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R.
- Technical service engineer wishing to specialise in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R.
- Importer quality manager wishing to specialise in Type-Approval and Market Surveillance Process 2R.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to join motorcycle manufacturers and importers.
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) No 168/2013
- Regulation (EU) 2019/1020
- Delegated Regulation (EU) No 3/2014
- Delegated Regulation (EU) No 44/2014
- Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
- Implementing Regulation (EU) No 901/2014
- Royal Decree 750/2010
- Regulation (EU) 2023/988
8 modules · 800 h
1.1Type-approval of systems, components and vehicles1.2Regulation 168/2013 and delegated acts1.3Type-approval authorities and technical services1.4Multi-stage and small-series type-approval1.5Individual vehicle approval1.6Spanish procedure under Royal Decree 750/20101.7Certificate of conformity1.8Manufacturer's plate and chassis number1.9Application timetable for requirements1.10Case study: type-approval strategy for a new motorcycle
2.1Functional safety of the vehicle2.2General construction requirements2.3Environmental performance requirements2.4Equivalent UNECE regulations2.5Electrical safety of the powertrain2.6Anti-tampering measures2.7Maximum power and speed2.8Masses and dimensions2.9Information document2.10Workshop: requirements applicable to an L3e scooter
3.1Selection of the representative vehicle3.2Tests witnessed by the technical service3.3Virtual testing methods3.4Test minutes and reports3.5Manufacturer's initial assessment3.6Emissions and durability3.7Braking and lighting3.8Noise testing3.9Common testing errors3.10Laboratory: test planning with a technical service
4.1Initial assessment of the quality system4.2Conformity control plan4.3Series verification tests4.4Authority audits4.5Non-conformities and actions4.6Suppliers of approved parts4.7Extensions and revisions4.8Withdrawal of approval4.9Production outside the Union4.10Practical: conformity plan for a moped
5.1Obligations under Regulation 2019/10205.2Surveillance authorities in Spain5.3Market sampling and testing5.4Imports and customs controls5.5Online sales and platforms5.6Serious risks and notification in Safety Gate5.7Corrective measures and penalties5.8Cooperation between Member States5.9Surveillance indicators5.10Case study: non-compliant personal mobility vehicle
6.1Detection of safety defects6.2Risk assessment6.3Notification to authorities6.4Recall campaigns6.5Communication with owners6.6Campaign effectiveness6.7Importer responsibility6.8Campaign records6.9Lessons learned from campaigns6.10Workshop: recall campaign plan
7.1Parts and equipment posing a serious risk7.2Type-approval of replacement exhausts7.3Vehicle modifications in Spain7.4Vehicle modification manual7.5Technical inspection after modification7.6Power tuning and illegal tampering7.7Accessories for shared fleets7.8Online spare parts surveillance7.9Workshop liability7.10Case study: legalisation of an exhaust modification
8.1Vehicle definition8.2Applicable technical requirements8.3Type-approval strategy8.4Test plan8.5Conformity of production plan8.6Surveillance and defect procedure8.7Timetable and budget8.8Type-approval file8.9Report and presentation8.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS, Siemens Polarion ALM, Safety Gate (the EU's rapid alert system), Microsoft Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied through real procedures: planning type-approval tests with a technical service, drafting a conformity of production plan for a moped, and surveillance action against a non-compliant light vehicle. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the European type-approval system for L-category vehicles.
Identify the applicable technical requirements through delegated acts.
Plan tests and assessments with designated technical services.
Design conformity of production systems.
Apply the Market Surveillance Regulation to vehicles and equipment.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- Prior technical training or professional experience in the sector. No university degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
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 comprises 800 hours in total, spread over 6 to 8 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS, Siemens Polarion ALM, Safety Gate (the EU's rapid alert system) and Microsoft Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised towards the advanced programme. Please check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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