Master’s in Formula E and Electric Racing Powertrains
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in Formula E and electric racing powertrains. 12 modules covering electric machines, power electronics, motor control, batteries and BMS, energy recovery, race energy strategy, high-voltage safety and telemetry, with an assigned technical tutor.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this programme. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Define the architecture of an electric racing powertrain.
Size high power-density electric machines.
Select inverter topologies and machine control strategies.
Design battery packs and their management system.
Optimise energy recovery under braking.
Develop race energy strategies through simulation.
Apply high-voltage safety requirements.
Who it's for
- Electric powertrain engineers.
- Electric machine engineers.
- Battery and BMS engineers.
- Energy strategy engineers.
- Power electronics engineers.
- Telemetry engineers.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to join electric racing teams.
What you'll work with
- FIA Formula E Technical Regulations
- ISO 6469-3 (electrical safety of electric vehicles)
- IEC 62660 (lithium-ion cells for electric vehicles)
- UN 38.3 (transport of lithium batteries)
- UN Regulation No. 100 (electric powertrain safety)
- ISO 26262 (functional safety)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- ANSYS Motor-CAD
- PLECS
- GT-SUITE
- ATLAS (McLaren Applied)
12 modules
1.1Traction topology and power split1.2Regulatory power and energy limits1.3The chain from battery to wheel1.4Efficiency of each link1.5Mass, packaging and centre of gravity1.6Integrated cooling of the assembly1.7Mechanical interfaces with the chassis1.8Redundancies and degraded modes1.9Comparison between electric categories1.10Workshop: architecture definition
2.1Permanent magnet synchronous machines2.2Reluctance and induction machines2.3Concentrated and distributed windings2.4Torque and power density2.5Copper, iron and mechanical losses2.6Demagnetisation and thermal limits2.7Direct winding cooling2.8Rotor balancing and dynamics2.9Bench testing and efficiency maps2.10Lab: characterisation of a motor
3.1Three-phase inverters and topologies3.2Silicon versus SiC semiconductors3.3Switching, losses and dead times3.4SVPWM modulation and overmodulation3.5DC link and capacitor design3.6Parasitics, layout and EMI3.7Inverter cooling3.8Overcurrent and short-circuit protection3.9Efficiency over a race cycle3.10Lab: testing an inverter
4.1Vector control in the d-q frame4.2Position estimation and sensors4.3Sensorless control at high speed4.4Field weakening4.5Torque, speed and current loops4.6Controller tuning and anti-windup4.7Thermal limitations in control4.8Traction control and anti-slip4.9Validation in HIL4.10Lab: loop tuning
5.1Cell chemistry and selection criteria5.2Module and pack design5.3Interconnections and internal resistance5.4Thermal management and uniformity5.5Safety: propagation and containment5.6Sensing and insulation5.7Regulatory requirements and homologation5.8Degradation and service life5.9Safe transport and handling5.10Case study: designing a pack
6.1Battery management system architecture6.2State of charge and state of energy estimation6.3State of health estimation6.4Active and passive balancing6.5Dynamic power limits6.6Communication with the control unit6.7Diagnostics and fault management6.8Data logging and compliance6.9BMS validation6.10Lab: testing estimators
7.1Regenerative braking and blending with the friction brake7.2Brake-by-wire and pedal feel7.3Regulatory recovery limits7.4Stability during regeneration7.5Thermal management under heavy braking7.6Strategies by circuit type7.7Effect on tyre wear7.8Calibration with the driver7.9Measurement of recovered energy7.10Workshop: recovery strategy
8.1Per-lap consumption model8.2Race simulation and target management8.3Power modes and their tactical use8.4Effect of slipstream and traffic8.5Managing safety cars and neutralisations8.6Attack mode and specific rules8.7Real-time decisions from the pit wall8.8Communication with the driver8.9Post-race analysis and learning8.10Simulation of a complete race
9.1Single- and multi-ratio reduction gearboxes9.2Efficiency and lubrication9.3Ratio selection by circuit9.4Differential and torque control9.5Torque vectoring in all-wheel drive9.6Torsional stiffness and resonances9.7Loads on mountings and chassis9.8Durability and maintenance9.9Transmission testing9.10Case study: ratio selection
10.1Regulations and category requirements10.2Galvanic isolation and insulation measurement10.3Interlocks10.4Safe working procedures10.5Personal protective equipment10.6Bus discharge and safety times10.7Response to an accident10.8Staff training and accreditation10.9Pre-race technical inspection10.10High-voltage incident drill
11.1Critical powertrain channels11.2Sampling rates and storage11.3Real-time transmission and bandwidth11.4Alarms and thresholds11.5Lap analysis and comparison11.6Detection of thermal and electrical anomalies11.7Correlation between simulation and track11.8Analysis tools and automation11.9Session report11.10Lab: analysis of a stint
12.1Definition of regulations and targets12.2Sizing of machine, inverter and battery12.3Lap and consumption simulation12.4Control design and strategies12.5Integrated thermal management12.6High-voltage safety plan12.7Bench and track test plan12.8Analysis of results and improvements12.9Technical report and defence12.10Master's Thesis: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
A 100% online programme on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable materials, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Motor-CAD, PLECS, GT-SUITE and ATLAS (McLaren Applied), in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures for electric motor test benches, battery cycling and race telemetry analysis. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: FIA Formula E Technical Regulations, ISO 6469-3, IEC 62660, UN 38.3, UN Regulation No. 100 and ISO 26262.
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
- University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's 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 will work with MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Motor-CAD, PLECS, GT-SUITE and ATLAS (McLaren Applied). Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and your tutor indicates the free alternative where 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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