Study at IU

The flexible route to success:

IU study models and programmes work for you.

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Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world 

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100,000+ students

enrolled in Germany’s largest university 

Studies to suit you

Welcome to IU International University of Applied Sciences! We provide students all over the world with everything you need to study anytime, anywhere.

Whether you’re looking for a distance learning programme to study online at home, or you want to experience university life on campus, we have programmes for both.

The majority of our programmes are available fully online with options for part-time studies and generous scholarships: so, you can find a degree that suits your learning style and situation. 85,000 students already study with us—we hope you will too.

Online

  • Complete flexibility: Study any time on any device
  • Financial support: Get a scholarship of up to 75%
  • Choose a time model which suits your lifestyle


On campus

  • Study in small groups in close contact with your lecturer
  • Work in and explore Germany with a hybrid study model
  • Apply for an 18-month post-study work visa for after you graduate
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Study in our most flexible format - whenever and wherever you are. Fully benefit from our online scholarship programme of up to 75%!

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Start in our online format with all its benefits. When you're ready, complete your degree on campus to start your career in Germany. With our 18 month post-study work visa option!

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Study your whole degree in Germany and utilize all on campus benefits. Small classes and tutoring, networking and career events, post-study work visa and much more!

Your degree summed up

All the important details about the programmes

Master ECTS credits
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence and NLP 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence for Supply Chain Management 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence in FinTech 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence in Marketing and E-Commerce 60
M.Sc. - Applied Artificial Intelligence in Production 60
M.Sc. - Artificial Intelligence 120
M.Sc. - Business & IT 60/120
M.Sc. - Business Intelligence 60/120
M.Sc. - Computer Science 120
M.Sc. - Cyber Security 120
M.Sc. - Data Management 60/120
M.Sc. - Data Science 60/120
M.Sc. - DevOps and Cloud Computing 120
M.Sc. - DevOps and Cloud Computing Management 60
M.A. - Digital Innovation & Intrapreneurship 60
M.A. - Digital Marketing 60/120
M.A. - Digital Product Management 60
M.Eng. - Engineering Management 60
M.Sc. - Finance, Accounting & Taxation 120
M.A. - Growth Hacking 120
M.A. - Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs 60
M.A. - Human Resource Management 60/120
M.Sc. - Industrial and Organizational Psychology 60/120
M.A. - Information Technology Management 60/120
M.A. - Innovation & Entrepreneurship 120
M.A. - International Healthcare Management 60/120
M.A. - International Management 60/120
M.A. - Management + Majors 60
M.A. - Marketing Management 60/120
M.A. - Product Management 120
M.A. - Project Management 60/120
Study model

Bachelor: 180 ECTS credits
Master: 120 ECTS credits or 60 ECTS credits
MBA: 90 or 60 ECTS credits

Study format: Online / On Campus

Duration of study

Bachelor: From 36 months
Master/MBA: From 12 months

Part time models available

Accessibility

For pricing and more information about your study programme, request free information

Accreditation

English
All study programmes are accredited in line with German and European standards

Admission

All Degrees: English Skills

Bachelor: High School Certificate

Master: Completed Undergraduate Degree

MBA: Completed Undergraduate Degree
One Year of Work Experience

Affordable study fees

Depending on your study model, you can pay on a monthly, semester, or yearly basis.

Your career is our passion

IU is the leading private university for online studies in Germany. We put great emphasis on maximum flexibility in our study models to help you fit learning to your schedule. Whether you want flexible online studies from home or want to join us on campus in Germany, we’ll help you do just that and get you started on the path to your ideal career.

Get your fully accredited German degree from the largest private university to offer online studies in Germany. We already serve over 85,000 students worldwide.

Accredited, globally recognised degrees

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FAQs:

Do you offer scholarships for students?

Depending on your circumstances, location, and academic achievements, you may be entitled to financing support from IU, one of our financing partners, or from your employer, if that is a possibility for you. Simply reach out to our study advisors to discuss your financing options. You can also just leave your details in the form above, and we’ll reach out to you. 

Do I need to pay it back?

No, we award our scholarships based on merit and you do not need to repay them.  

Can I get a 100% scholarship?

We do not offer any scholarships or funding options that cover 100% of the tuition fees. Partial scholarships that cover up to 67% of tuition fees are available.

How does my financial situation play into it?

We believe in making education accessible to everyone. Aside from your previous academic achievements, we’ll also take your financial situation into consideration when offering our scholarships.  

Am I able to use the money of a third party (employer, credit etc) to pay my fees?

Yes, we work closely with local funding partners, financiers, and employers to pay for your studies. Simply reach out to your personal study advisor and they will guide you through the payment process. 

Why do you ask for my income?

We do not ask for your income, only for your monthly budget that you would like to spend on your studies. This is so we can help you choose the right programme and time model that suits your budget. 

Will I be called?

Yes, we’d like to be able to talk to you one-on-one to answer all your questions and guide you through the application process. Make sure you submit the correct phone number so your personal Study Advisor can get in touch with you quickly.   

We are also GDPR-compliant so your data will not be shared with any third-party services. Only IU employees who are directly responsible for contact requests will receive access to your personal data.