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Master’s in Emerging Technologies Engineering (High Level, Non-Operational)

Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in emerging technologies engineering (high-level, non-operational). 12 modules covering technology foresight, artificial intelligence and autonomy, quantum technologies, biotechnology, space, advanced materials, energy and propulsion, an academic approach to hypersonics and directed energy, digital technologies, technology governance and innovation, with the AI Act (EU) 2024/1689, the Dual-Use Regulation (EU) 2021/821 and the Outer Space Treaty, with an assigned technical tutor.

Duration1900 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Apply technology foresight methodologies.

02

Assess the maturity and impact of emerging technologies.

03

Understand the fundamentals of AI, quantum technologies and biotechnology.

04

Analyse trends in space, materials and energy.

05

Study hypersonics and directed energy from an academic perspective.

06

Analyse technology governance and control frameworks.

07

Design dual-use innovation roadmaps.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Technology foresight analysts
  • Innovation managers
  • Emerging technology consultants
  • Science policy analysts
  • R&D project managers
  • Technology governance specialists
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to enter defence and security
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (Artificial Intelligence Act)
  • Regulation (EU) 2021/821 (dual-use export control)
  • Outer Space Treaty (international space law)
  • Biological Weapons Convention (prohibition of biological weapons)
  • IEC 60825-1 (laser safety)
  • NIST FIPS 203 (post-quantum key encapsulation standard)
  • ISO 16290 (technology readiness levels)
  • Qiskit
  • GMAT
  • VOSviewer
  • Ansys Granta
  • Python
Syllabus

12 modules · 1900 h

  1. 1.1Foresight methodologies: Delphi and scenarios
  2. 1.2Horizon scanning
  3. 1.3Technology readiness levels (TRL)
  4. 1.4Adoption curves and hype cycles
  5. 1.5Emerging and disruptive technologies: NATO taxonomy
  6. 1.6Science and technology trends report
  7. 1.7Innovation ecosystems
  8. 1.8Bibliometric and patent indicators
  9. 1.9Biases in foresight
  10. 1.10Case study: patent analysis of an emerging technology
  1. 2.1Deep learning and foundation models
  2. 2.2Language models and their applications
  3. 2.3Autonomy in physical systems
  4. 2.4AI for decision support
  5. 2.5AI robustness and safety
  6. 2.6Responsible AI and European regulation
  7. 2.7AI hardware
  8. 2.8International AI governance
  9. 2.9Risks and limitations
  10. 2.10Workshop: maturity assessment of an AI application
  1. 3.1Fundamentals of quantum mechanics for engineers
  2. 3.2Quantum computing: qubits and platforms
  3. 3.3Quantum algorithms and their cryptographic impact
  4. 3.4Quantum communications and QKD
  5. 3.5Quantum sensors: magnetometers and gravimeters
  6. 3.6Atomic clocks and quantum navigation
  7. 3.7European Quantum Flagship programmes
  8. 3.8Maturity and time horizons
  9. 3.9Engineering challenges
  10. 3.10Practical exercise: quantum circuits with Qiskit
  1. 4.1CRISPR gene editing
  2. 4.2Synthetic biology
  3. 4.3Biomaterials and biofabrication
  4. 4.4Brain-computer interfaces
  5. 4.5Regenerative medicine in trauma
  6. 4.6Biosensors
  7. 4.7Biosecurity and dual use
  8. 4.8Biological Weapons Convention
  9. 4.9Ethics of bioengineering
  10. 4.10Case study: dual-use analysis in synthetic biology
  1. 5.1New Space and reusable launchers
  2. 5.2LEO mega-constellations
  3. 5.3High-revisit Earth observation
  4. 5.4Space situational awareness
  5. 5.5Space debris and sustainability
  6. 5.6In-orbit servicing
  7. 5.7Outer Space Treaty
  8. 5.8EU space programme
  9. 5.9Space governance
  10. 5.10Practical exercise: orbital analysis with GMAT
  1. 6.1Metamaterials
  2. 6.2Two-dimensional materials: graphene
  3. 6.3Nanomaterials
  4. 6.4Self-healing materials
  5. 6.5Advanced additive manufacturing
  6. 6.6High-temperature materials
  7. 6.7Smart materials
  8. 6.8Critical raw materials
  9. 6.9Materials sustainability
  10. 6.10Lab: materials selection with Ansys Granta
  1. 7.1Advanced energy storage
  2. 7.2Hydrogen and fuel cells
  3. 7.3Small modular reactors
  4. 7.4Platform electrification
  5. 7.5Applied superconductivity
  6. 7.6Synthetic fuels
  7. 7.7Wireless power transmission
  8. 7.8Advanced thermal management
  9. 7.9Energy security
  10. 7.10Workshop: comparison of storage technologies
  1. 8.1Physics of hypersonic flight
  2. 8.2Aerothermodynamics and materials
  3. 8.3Civil hypersonic research
  4. 8.4Physics of high-power lasers
  5. 8.5Laser safety and regulations
  6. 8.6High-power microwaves and electromagnetic compatibility
  7. 8.7Arms control framework
  8. 8.8Academic strategic debate
  9. 8.9Implications for stability
  10. 8.10Case study: literature review on strategic stability
  1. 9.15G and 6G networks
  2. 9.2Edge computing
  3. 9.3Sovereign cloud
  4. 9.4Post-quantum cryptography
  5. 9.5Digital twins
  6. 9.6Extended reality
  7. 9.7Internet of Things
  8. 9.8Cyber resilience
  9. 9.9Digital technological sovereignty
  10. 9.10Practical exercise: post-quantum migration roadmap
  1. 10.1Export control of emerging technologies
  2. 10.2Multilateral regimes and their adaptation
  3. 10.3Legal review of new technologies
  4. 10.4Responsible research
  5. 10.5Technical standardisation
  6. 10.6Anticipatory governance
  7. 10.7Science diplomacy
  8. 10.8Research security
  9. 10.9Academic integrity
  10. 10.10Workshop: governance assessment of a technology
  1. 11.1Innovation agencies: DARPA, DIANA and EDF
  2. 11.2Public procurement of innovation
  3. 11.3Dual-use start-ups
  4. 11.4Venture capital in defence
  5. 11.5Intellectual property
  6. 11.6University-industry transfer
  7. 11.7R&D project management
  8. 11.8Impact assessment
  9. 11.9Regional ecosystems
  10. 11.10Case study: analysis of an innovation acceleration programme
  1. 12.1Selection of the emerging technology
  2. 12.2Maturity and trend analysis
  3. 12.3Assessment of civil and dual-use applications
  4. 12.4Ethical and legal analysis
  5. 12.5Foresight scenarios
  6. 12.6Proposed roadmap
  7. 12.7Governance recommendations
  8. 12.8Conclusions
  9. 12.9Master's Thesis report
  10. 12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
Methodology, software & labs

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 the intake, so you can combine it with your job.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Qiskit, GMAT, VOSviewer, Ansys Granta and Python, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Real procedures are studied, such as bibliometric and patent analysis, construction of foresight scenarios and technology maturity assessment. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.

Standards covered: AI Act (EU) 2024/1689, Dual-Use Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Outer Space Treaty, Biological Weapons Convention, IEC 60825-1, NIST FIPS 203, ISO 16290.

Assigned technical tutor:every module ends with a deliverable that your tutor marks individually.
Standards-based learning:guided reading of the AI Act (EU) 2024/1689, the Dual-Use Regulation (EU) 2021/821 and the Outer Space Treaty applied to real cases, not as a theoretical annex.
Industry software:Qiskit, GMAT, VOSviewer, Ansys Granta and Python, in free, academic or evaluation versions.
Master's Thesis with defence:A foresight study of an emerging technology, with maturity analysis, scenarios, roadmap and governance recommendations, defended before a panel.
Flexible format:100% online, no fixed timetables, compatible with full-time work.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Technology selection
Select an emerging technology and analyse its maturity and trends.
Applications assessment
Assess its civil and dual-use applications.
Ethical and legal analysis
Analyse the ethical and legal implications of the technology.
Scenarios and roadmap
Build foresight scenarios and propose a roadmap.
Master's Thesis
Present governance recommendations and conclusions, defended before a panel.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Technology foresight analystInnovation managerEmerging technology consultantScience policy analystR&D project managerTechnology governance specialist
Admissions & scholarships

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's software.
  • English sufficient to read technical standards.

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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 Qiskit, GMAT, VOSviewer, Ansys Granta and Python, 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 programme's 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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