Study at IU
The flexible route to success: at IU, you can find the study models and programmes that work for you!
Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world
From over 150 countries around the world
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. 100,000 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
Your degree summed up
All the important details about the programmes
- Bachelor's degrees
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- B.A. Aviation Management - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.A. Business Administration - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.A. Digital Business- 180 ECTS, Study format: Online
- B.A. Entrepreneurship - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.A. Hospitality Management - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.A. International Healthcare Management - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online
- B.A. International Management - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Eng. Industrial Engineering and Management - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Eng. Robotics - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Sc. Applied Artificial Intelligence - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Sc. Business and IT - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Sc. Computer Science - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Sc. Cyber Security - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Sc. Data Science - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.Sc. Software Development- 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- B.A. Aviation Management - 180 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- Master's degrees
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- M.A. Digital Innovation & Intrapreneurship - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.A. Human Resource Management - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.A. Information Technology Management - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.A. Innovation & Entrepreneurship - 120 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.A. International Healthcare Management - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.A. International Management (MIM) - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.A. Marketing Management - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.A. Project Management - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.A. Management (MAM) - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MAM Big Data Management - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MAM Engineering Management - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MAM Finance & Accounting - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MAM International Marketing - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MAM IT Management - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MAM Leadership Management - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.Eng. Engineering Management - 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.Sc. Artificial Intelligence - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.Sc. Business Intelligence - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.Sc. Computer Science - 120 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.Sc. Cyber Security - 120 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.Sc. Data Management- 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online
- M.Sc. Data Science - 120 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- M.Sc. Finance, Accounting and Taxation - 120 ECTS, Study format: Online
- MBA degrees
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- Master of Business Administration (MBA) - 90 or 60 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Artificial Intelligence - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Big Data Management - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA E-Sports Management - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Engineering Management - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Finance & Accounting - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Healthcare Management- 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Human Resource Management - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Innovation Entrepreneurship - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA International Marketing - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA IT Management - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Salesforce - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
- MBA Supply Chain Management - 90 ECTS, Study format: Online / On Campus
Bachelor: 180 ECTS
Master: 120 ECTS or 60 ECTS
MBA: 90 or 60 ECTS
Study format: Online / On Campus
Bachelor: From 36 months
Master/MBA: From 12 months
Part time models available
For pricing and more information about your study programme, request free information
English
All study programmes are accredited in line with German and European standards
All Degrees: English Skills
Bachelor: High School Certificate
Master: Completed Undergraduate Degree
MBA: Completed Undergraduate Degree
One Year of Work Experience
Many scholarship options available
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 100,000 students worldwide.
Accredited, globally recognised degrees
Rated 5 stars for our online learning, among the best in the world
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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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MBA, India
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In addition to growing as an IT professional, I also want to develop professionally in the area of IT business. This gives me the perfect balance between IT and Business.
Reon Smith
Bachelor Business and IT, South Africa
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My experience with IU helped me in my career in a number of areas.
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Alumni
Data & IT
Pave your way to a successful international career in IT, with a bachelor online or on-location degree from IU, Germany’s largest university. We offer degree programmes in a wide range of in-demand professions, such as Data Science, Cyber Security, Robotics and Software Development. Pursue your interests, develop in-demand digital skills, focus on practical aspects and real-world case studies – and graduate with an IT bachelor online or on-location degree. Visit one of the programme pages below to find out more.
Business & Management
Embark on a successful international career – earn a bachelor’s degree in business & management. At IU, you can study for an online BBA (Bachelor’s of Business Administration) degree from anywhere in the world, and start any time. Don’t let any restrictions or other obligations prevent you from achieving your goals. Join IU and study at your own pace, with maximum flexibility, and graduate with an internationally recognised business & management degree. Find out more about our online BBA programme, as well as our other business BA degrees, in the programme pages below.
Health & Social Care
Looking to have a career in healthcare? Start by earning a bachelor degree in health and social care from IU – completely online, from wherever you are. With our focus on internationality, practicality and flexibility, you`ll graduate with a well-rounded set of skills that will help you excel in various roles in the health and social care industry. Find out more about our health and social care degree options below.
Psychology
Earn an online bachelor`s degree from an internationally recognised, state-accredited university. Join thousands of students at Germany’s largest university, and start shaping your future today. Choose your study programme from dozens of options in healthcare, data & IT, marketing and business & management. Some bachelor`s degrees are offered 100% online, while others offer the option to combine online and on-location studies. Visit one of the programmes below to learn more
Data & IT
Aspiring to become a manager in the technology sector? Dreaming of leading a start-up or heading a team of IT professionals? Make your dreams a reality with a master’s degree in data & IT. Choose from a large selection of IT-related degree programmes, like our master Big Data programme, or the Cyber Security master. Secure your future with a combination of in-demand digital skills and industry-tailored business leadership.
Business & Management
Earn a masters in management online from IU, Germany`s largest university, and take your career up a notch. If you’re looking to take the next step, and advance into a managerial position, a master’s degree in management is your ticket to get there. Studying online allows you to combine your studies with your professional obligations with ease, and you can even choose to mix it up and attend some of your courses in-person, thanks to our myStudies model.
Marketing & Communication
The future – and present – of marketing is digital. That’s why you need to think globally, and build your profile as an international marketer that can adapt to any market or trend. Up your game and earn a masters in marketing online from IU: a degree that’s designed for the future of work. Find out more about our marketing programme options below.
Health & Social Care
Looking to advance your career in the health and social care sectors? Use your previous work experience and studies, and either transition to or advance within the health and social care fields. Earn a health and social care master's degree, and graduate with a well-rounded set of skills that will help you excel in management roles across the globe. Find out more below.
Psychology
Earn an online master's degree from an internationally recognised, state-accredited university. Join thousands of students at Germany’s largest university, and start shaping your future today. Choose your study programme from dozens of options in healthcare, data & IT, marketing, business & management and psychology. Some master's degrees are offered 100% online, while others offer the option to combine online and on-location studies. Visit one of the programmes below to learn more
