Recognised Academic Qualification
Achieve Your Career Goals with a Master's
- Get the right degree for your career
- Enhance your CV with a globally recognised degree
- Flexible start dates throughout the year.
- Get support & guidance throughout your desired study programme
Online Studies at your own pace
Welcome to IU International University of Applied Science! With more than 10 years of online learning experience, we’ll help you find the study programme that matches your career ambitions. Our programmes are recognised and accredited around the world, and are offered completely online. You can study online from anywhere, anytime, while getting as much support as you need from our career and study experts. Build your studies so they match your schedule: you can study on a full-time or a part-time basis. Join over 100,000 other students, and apply for a degree from Germany’s biggest university.
Have you already completed a training course, studied at a university or gained work experience? At IU you have the opportunity to get your previous achievements recognised, completely free of charge. By doing so, you can save valuable time and reduce tuition fees.
Would you like to know more?
Grab your copy of the brochure to read up on our admission requirements, pricing and financing options.
We’ve also included plenty of details on:
- Study content & module overview
- Our options for specialisation
- Career opportunities
Campus studies with extra flexibility
Welcome to IU International University of Applied Science! With more than 20 years of educational excellence and experience, we’ll help you find the study programme that matches your career ambitions.
Our programmes are recognised and accredited around the world, and are offered in two different campuses in Germany – Berlin and Bad Honnef.
You’ll study in small groups and attend tutorials 2-3 days per week. The rest of the time is yours, so you can work, spend time on your hobbies and go over the study materials whenever you like –
All while getting as much support as you need from our career and study experts. Join over 100,000 other students worldwide, and apply for a degree from Germany’s biggest university.
Have you already completed a training course, studied at a university, or gained work experience? At IU you have the opportunity to get your previous achievements recognised, completely free of charge. By doing so, you can save valuable time and reduce tuition fees.
Would you like to know more?
Grab your copy of the brochure to read up on our admission requirements, pricing and financing options.
We’ve also included plenty of details on:
- Study content & module overview
- Our options for specialisation
- Career opportunities
First-class study programmes with a recommendation rate of 96%
You decide where and when you want to study
Your digital learning journey with personal support
All programmes are state accredited and recognized internationally. That's why 100,000+ students have put their trust in IU.
Benefit from 18-month post study job seeker’s visa as an IU student learning on campus and begin your career in Germany.
With IU you choose what, how and where you study. And depending on your preferred study format you can even start your first step towards your new career right away.
Our practice-oriented study programmes prepare you for your future career. This is why 94% of IU graduates find a job within 3 months after graduation.
What our students say
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“In my search to find the right university, IU Berlin met all the criteria that were important to me. I also liked the fact that Berlin is a very international city and is currently evolving into being the hub of Europe's start-up scene.”
Sandip Vinodray Modha
Graduate, India
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“The network I was able to establish there made studying far away from home easier for me: on the one hand, the support of friends from all over the world... and on the other hand, of course, the support of the university staff.”
Diana Valdez
Graduate, Bolivia
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“The degree programme at IU is an excellent preparation for students seeking a career as an investment banker.”
Benjamin Mehran
Graduate, Iran
Your Master degree summed up
All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance
Master: 60 or 120 ECTS
MBA: 60 or 90 ECTS
Language: English
Master: 12 months (full-time), 18 months (part-time I), or 24 months (part-time II)
MBA: 18 months (full-time), 24 months (part-time I), or 36 months (part-time II)
Different time models
Start your studies at anytime
Starting from US$ 359US$ 607 now US$ 329US$ 548 with discount* per month. (*Discount available)
Accredited in line with German and European standards or are currently in the process of being accredited
Completed undergraduate degree
Reduce fees by getting your previous achievements recognised.
The costs of your studies are usually tax-deductible.
Master: 60 or 120 ECTS
MBA: 60 or 90 ECTS
Language: English
Master: Regular study period 12 or 24 months
MBA: Regular study period 12 or 18 months
Starting from US$ 359US$ 607 now US$ 329US$ 548 with discount* per month. (*Discount available)
Accredited in line with German and European standards or are currently in the process of being accredited
Completed undergraduate degree
Reduce fees by getting your previous achievements recognised.
The costs of your studies are usually tax-deductible.
Master's Degrees Overview
Master's Degrees Overview
| Master | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | 120 |
| Computer Science | 120 |
| Cyber Security | 120 |
| Data Science | 60/120 |
| Engineering Management | 60 |
| International Management | 60/120 |
| Management + Majors | 60 |
Start your new life in Germany: Study on campus at IU
- A mix of online self-study and on-campus learning (2-3 days per week) in Germany
- Full time only
- 2-4 intakes per year – programme dependent
- Pre-set study sequence with some flexibility online
- All programmes taught in English
Other perks:
- Free online German language course
- Online career services, job listings platform & virtual networking events
- Internship module (optional)
- 18-month post-study visa eligibility
Access our exclusive career services
From the day you enrol at IU, we’re dedicated to helping you fulfil your professional goals. The IU Career Office will support you with exclusive online career services such as our job listings platform, live prep trainings, networking events, 1-on-1 career coaching, and more!
JobTeaser Online Platform
Our exclusive careers platform includes:
- Over 130,000 job and internship offers*
- 2,700+ international company contacts*
- Company reviews from other students
- Registration for IU career events & trainings
- Tips, tricks, and useful links for your job search and application
*The numbers reflected above are subject to changes.
1:1 Session and Career Talks
You can book a virtual one to one session with a career advisor who will provide you with the best recommendation for your career.
In addition, we’re hosting weekly events where you can:
- Be in direct contact with companies and recruiters
- Get company and recruiting insights
- Access job and internship opportunities
- Network with professionals in diverse industries
Career Prep Trainings
We’ll help you prepare for your job hunt with:
- Career planning and job search strategies
- CV and cover letter how-to's
- Interview techniques
- Salary negotiations
- Insights about the German business culture
Why IU is the best choice
Schedule when you want to learn and study 100% online. At IU you have the possibility to complete your degree fully from home, whether full-time or part-time. You can even take your exams online whenever it suits you.
IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.
We provide you with innovative learning tools, digital study material, tutorial videos, student advice and support, and forums to exchange with other students. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions. Our study coaches are also available to help at any time.
Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of specialisations you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.
By combining in-person tutorials 2-3 times per week with 24/7 access to online study materials, you get to benefit from a more flexible study schedule. This allows you to work alongside your studies, or combine other activities, with relative ease.
IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.
We provide you with innovative learning tools, intimate campuses, easy access to lecturers, live teaching sessions, student advice services, and career support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions – and so are our study coaches.
Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of specialisations you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.
Our Partners
To protect education during global disruptions, UNESCO made the Global Education Coalition. IU is proud to be its first European university member.
As the world’s best CRM platform, Salesforce plays a key role in business. So we teamed up to develop specialised Salesforce career courses.
Whichever path you choose, LinkedIn can get you started with a career certification. And IU allows students to convert them into academic credits.
Singularity empowers leaders to leverage exponential technology. Together, we’ve developed applied science programmes to shape future industries.
Accredited, globally recognised degrees
Rated 5 stars for our online learning, among the best in the world
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WES Canada U.S. recognised: our grads can work/study in both countries
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Globally recognised for our quality-assured digital education
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Enhanced research opportunities help IU provide the very best to you
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Our teaching and faculty meet European educational standards
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Academically top ranked in Germany with 6 out of 25 categories won
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Reaccredited until 2026 for our competency in teaching and research
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