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Are you ready for success?

  • Study in English at Germany's largest private university

  • Dive into student life on campus in the heart of Europe

  • Advance your education with affordable tuition

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BUILT FOR YOUR CAREER

Gain practical experience, build professional networks and launch your career in Germany and beyond with IU’s employability-focused education.

STATE-ACCREDITED & INTERNATIONALLY AWARDED

Earn a state-recognised degree at Germany’s largest university with proven academic quality.

CUTTING-EDGE PROGRAMMES

Study on campus in English with experienced professors, supported by state-of-the-art tools designed to enhance your learning experience.

Unlock your future with in-demand degrees

Join our vibrant international IU community on campus in Germany. Attend in-person lectures supplemented by self-study with our digital tools. Study 100% in English and choose from programmes in current, sought-after fields taught by experienced professors.

B.Sc. Computer Science

General Programme

B.Sc. Computer Science - Specialisations

B.A. Business Administration

General Programme

B.A. Business Administration - Specialisations

*Please note: For our B.A. Business Administration, you MUST choose a specialisation. For other programmes offering specialisations, you can also opt for the non-specialisation track available.

New IU Campus

Build your future in Cologne

As one of Germany’s most international and welcoming cities, Cologne offers the perfect blend of career opportunities, cultural experiences, and student life – an inspiring place to study, explore, and grow. Here’s what makes Cologne an outstanding choice for your studies:

  • Welcoming community and culture – Join an open student community and experience Cologne’s festivals, cultural life, and unique lifestyle.

  • Prime career location – Benefit from opportunities in healthcare, technology, automotive, and media – right on your doorstep.

  • Unlock Europe – From Cologne, you can reach Amsterdam, Brussels, or Paris in just a few hours.

For 2026, our programmes for new students will be offered at the Cologne campus.

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Why choose IU?

+130,000 STUDENTS

Become part of our international student community with peers from over 190 countries.

10 PROGRAMMES WITH +15 SPECIALISATIONS

Follow your passion in one of our in-demand on-campus programmes.

+25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Our experience and quality in higher education are the foundation of your career.

Study in Germany

Ready to join us on-campus in the heart of Europe?

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Learn German at IU Cologne Campus

Boost your employability and integrate into life in Germany with our German Language Courses (A1) starting October 2026.

Hear from our students and alumni

M.A. International Management

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One of the highlights of IU was the opportunity to work with real-life scenarios and hands-on projects. Having professors from established companies and self-founded businesses was a true advantage since they provided real-life business insights.

Want to know more about studying at IU? You could speak directly with our currently enrolled students!

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Ready to kickstart an international career?

At IU, your professors bring a minimum of 5 years’ industry experience to the classroom. With practice-oriented teaching and regularly updated content, you'll not just gain an academic qualification. You'll also pick up:

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High quality education

Choose an internationally award-winning university

At the IU, we attach great importance to up-to-date and practice-relevant course content that fulfils the highest quality standards.


Our headquarters are located in Erfurt (Thuringia, Germany) and the campuses in Cologne, Bad Honnef and Berlin are branches. All programmes are accredited in the federal state of Thuringia by the German Council of Sciences and Humanities, the German Accreditation Council (System & Programme Accreditation) and WES World Education Services and have been awarded "FIBAA Premium" status by FIBAA and many more.

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Modern learning experience

Benefit from IU's innovative learning approach

At IU, we believe that alongside your face-to-face lectures on campus, you should receive the best possible support to ensure you have a smooth study experience. Via the MyCampus platform (web/app), you can access your learning materials 24/7 and learn with your personal AI learning assistant.

DIGITAL LEARNING PLATFORM

Access your learning materials and support services 24/7 - so you always stay up to date!

AI LEARNING ASSISTANT

Complete your courses 27% faster with our AI-powered tutor, Syntea. Study smarter and more efficiently.

PERSONAL SUPPORT

Our study coaches are here to support you in finding your best learning rhythm and study preparation.

How to apply at IU

Start your studies in only 7 steps

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CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAMME

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