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 20+ years in education
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From 153+ countries

YOUR FUTURE
STARTS NOW
You’re BOLD, AMBITIOUS, EAGER. You’re looking for an innovative educational
experience that prepares you for the rapidly evolving and highly competitive
global working landscape. At IU International University of Applied Sciences,
you’re in the right place.

Maybe you’re looking to hone your skills so you can take Our students come from all walks of life and choose to
the next step in your career. Perhaps you want to dis- study at IU for one reason: opportunity. The opportunity
cover a new passion in a different field. Whatever your to build a brighter future for themselves. And our prac-
goals may be, we’re here to help you make it happen. tical, career-relevant degrees will bring great opportuni-
ties for you to succeed in tomorrow’s world.
For over 20 years, IU has been empowering people to
grow through higher education. Today, we are Germany’s Many students are transforming their futures with us.
largest state-accredited ­private university with a top-tier Now it’s your turn.
online studies format so you can change your life no
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 International
Studies

BACHELOR (B.SC.)
BUSINESS AND IT

Almost all economic processes are closely linked to IT systems. As a result of the ongoing global digitisation, the demand for IT
specialists with top business management skills is constantly rising. Opportunities are continually opening up for roles in soft-
ware development, business analysis, process management, IT consulting and more—requiring professionals with both techni-
cal and business knowledge to fill them.

The IU Bachelor in Business and IT prepares you with contents specifically for such roles. During your studies you will acquire
IT expertise, such as in requirements engineering or in the field of data modelling and database systems, and comprehensive
business management knowledge. You’ll get to know all key aspects of business and master the ability to recognise technological
potential and to use it optimally for any company’s success. Your bachelor’s degree in Business and IT will provide you with inter-
disciplinary know-how, turning you into a highly employable candidate on the job market after graduation.

Degree Duration
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Online: 36, 48, or 72 months
On Campus: 36 months
Study start
Start online studies: Anytime Credits
Start (on campus): 4 times a year; Oct, Jan, Apr 180 ECTS credits
or July

Study model and accreditation

– Online studies or On Campus
– German accredited institution, recognised by ZFU
(German Central Office for Distance Learning)
Study Content (180 ECTS credits)

PRESENCE MODULE TITLE SEMESTER CREDITS TEST CHOOSE YOUR ELECTIVES

­TIMEFRAME (ECTS) TYPE
1 Choose one elective from
Oct/Nov/Dec Introduction to Computer Science 5 E “Electives A” list*:
Oct/Nov/Dec Object-oriented Programming with Java 5 E – Big Data and Cloud Technologies
Oct/Nov/Dec Management Accounting 5 E/WAWA – Business Intelligence
Jan/Feb/Mar Mathematics I 5 E – Data Engineer
Jan/Feb/Mar Statistics: Probability and Descriptive Statistics 5 E – Foundations of Programming
Jan/Feb/Mar Collaborative Work 5 OA with Python
2 – IT Security
Apr/May/Jun Data Structures and Java Class Library 5 E – IT-Service Management
Apr/May/Jun Business 101 5 E/WAWA – Logic and Artificial Intelligence
Apr/May/Jun Web Application Development 5 AWB – Mobile Software Engineering
Jun/Jul/Aug Programming Information Systems with 5 E – Salesforce Platform
Jun/Jul/Aug Java EE 5 WACS Development
Principles of Management
Jun/Jul/Aug Introduction to Academic Work 5 BWB Choose one elective from
3 “Electives B” list*:
Oct/Nov/Dec Requirements Engineering 5 E – Applied Sales
Oct/Nov/Dec Database Modeling and Database Systems 5 WACS – Salesforce Platform Management
Oct/Nov/Dec Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making 5 WACS – Smart Factory
Jan/Feb/Mar International Marketing 5 E – Smart Services
Jan/Feb/Mar Fundamentals of IT and ERP systems 5 E – Supply Chain Management
Jan/Feb/Mar Project: Software Engineering 5 WAPR
4 Choose one elective from
Apr/May/Jun IT Project Management 5 E “Electives C” list*:
Apr/May/Jun Introduction to Process Management 5 E/WAWA – Applied Sales
Apr/May/Jun Data Analytics and Big Data 5 WACS – Business Intelligence
Jun/Jul/Aug Corporate Finance and Investment 5 WAWA – Business Process Integration –
Jun/Jul/Aug Software Quality Assurance 5 E Application Associate
Jun/Jul/Aug Seminar: Software Engineering 5 WARE – Career Development
5 – Data Engineer
Oct/Nov/Dec Digital Business Models 5 E/AWB – Foundations of Programming
Oct/Nov/Dec Organizational Behavior 5 WACS with Python
Oct/Nov/Dec Purchasing, Procurement and Distribution 5 E – Internship**
Jan/Feb/Mar IT Law 5 WACS – IT Security
Online Elective A 10 – IT-Service Management
6 – Logic and Artificial Intelligence
Online Electives B & C 20 – Mastering Prompts
Online Bachelor Thesis 10 WABT & PC – Mobile Software Engineering
– Microsoft ERP – Dynamics 365
Business Central – Functional
Consultant
– Salesforce Platform
Development
– Salesforce Platform Management
– Smart Factory
– Smart Services
– Studium Generale**
– Supply Chain Management

AWB = Advanced Workbook, BWB = Basic Workbook, BG = Business Game CWB = Creative Workbook, OA = Oral Assignment, CS = Case Study, *Each elective module can only be chosen once.
WA = Written Assignment, E = Exam, E/OA = Exam or Oral Assignment, E/CS = Exam or Case Study, E/WA = Exam or Written Assignment, E/AWB = Exam **These electives cannot be taken if you would like
or Advanced Workbook, ME = Module Exam, PO = Portfolio, PP = Proof of Participation, PR = Project Report, OPR = Oral Project Report, RE = Research to receive a dual degree. The elective Internship is
Essay, T = Thesis, CO = Colloquium only available for myStudies students.
 ELECTIVES
The electives that are a part of this study programme, are BIG DATA AND CLOUD TECHNOLOGIES
a cluster of courses dedicated to diving deep into a specific Big data plays a huge role in our lives, but it remains a
topic related to the programme. When choosing an elective, mystery to many. This specialisation offers answers to some
you get to explore a potential future career path, or just of the big questions surrounding this topic: how data is cat-
develop a strong knowledge base about a topic that particu- egorized, and how binary and text-based data formats are
larly interests you. constructed, and plenty of others. Get to know the challeng-
es facing systems of analysis, how cloud computing works,
In semesters 5 and 6 of this programme, you’ll choose three and the service models that are typically associated with
electives, amounting to 30 ECTS credits. You have a wide it. Gain a clear understanding of the field of today’s cloud
range of options to choose from, according to your interests technologies.
and ambitions. Some of the electives offered are:

MOBILE SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CAREER OUTLOOK

Your introduction to mobile software development. In
the Mobile Software Engineering specialisation, you’ll
As an expert in Business and IT, you can find a position that
get hands-on experience in developing mobile software
is at the interface between concept, design, implementa-
systems, in an Android mobile environment. Analyse
tion, and maintenance of technical topics. From start-ups
the differences between mobile apps and browser-based
to large international companies, you will ensure all IT
information systems, learn how to create mobile software
systems run efficiently and reliably, and all information is
systems and implement them in solving case studies. Build
transferred securely. You might even use your business and
your knowledge of the programming concepts and technol-
technical skills to start your own project as an entrepre-
ogies that make up mobile software building, and develop
neur.
your cross-platform development skills.

IT PROJECT MANAGER
IT SERVICE MANAGEMENT
As an IT Project Manager, you are responsible for the
This specialisation covers the foundations of IT Infrastruc-
management of IT projects and are always up-to-date on
ture Libraries (ITIL), their structures and main compo-
the latest developments. You can intervene if needed, using
nents. Get to know how ITIL Governance and operational
your specialist knowledge. You determine project processes
procedures operate, what the service lifecycle entails, and
for IT and create guidelines and policies that ensure project
how IT outsourcing is carried out.
success. You also take into account the needs of the compa-
ny and create documentation during the project. Consul-
The topics you’ll cover:
tation with specialist departments and project managers is
– IT Service Management
also part of your job.
– Project IT Service Management

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
As a software developer, you develop and implement soft-
The Business Intelligence (BI) specialisation offers a selec-
ware, from single building blocks to complete applications.
tion of topics discussing how companies generate business
In coordination with users from different departments,
data, and use it to improve and optimize operations. You’ll
you program solutions that are tailored to the respective
be introduced to models and processes retaining to data
needs and requirements. In doing so, you always keep the
analysis, generation and storing, and learn how these types
economic framework conditions in mind and make sure
of data are used across a company’s different departments.
that they are adhered to.

FOUNDATIONS OF PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON

BUSINESS ANALYST
Cover everything you need to know to start working with
As a business analyst you will examine business processes
one of the most popular programming languages in recent
and take care of requirements management. This means
years. The Foundations of Programming with Python mod-
you identify, analyse, prioritise and formulate the require-
ule offers an overview of the different applications Python
ments for processes and IT systems. In doing so, you not
is used for, such as data analysis, software development, ar-
only have an excellent eye for spotting challenges and
tificial intelligence and machine learning. Get to know the
risks but also new opportunities. You coordinate with the
data science libraries and modules that are most commonly
IT department and at the same time you pay attention to
used by Python developers, and explore its basic program-
cost-efficient product solutions for the whole company. You
ming concepts.
identify new ways to ensure efficiency and optimisation for
business, taking multiple factors into account.
 ADMISSION 8 STEPS TO
The admissions documents must be provided in English or German. If they were
COMPLETE
not issued in one of these two languages, a translation is required. If you need
to translate your documents, we can help refer you to our trusted translation
YOUR STUDIES
partners.

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

– Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate such as A-Levels or IB Diploma Register and apply online
and your transcript of records. 1
– A subject-related higher education entrance qualification.

Depending on your qualifications, you might have to meet additional require- Choose your course
ments, such as successfully passing a university entrance examination or one of 2
the following programmes to make sure you are ready to study with us:
– Bachelor Entrance Examination (included in Online Degree Saver Programme)
– Pathway Programme (for on-campus studies) Download your study scripts
3
Please get in touch with our Study Advisory Team to find out the exact require-
ments applicable for your application.

PROOF OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS Work independently with

At IU, we teach in English to prepare you for the international market. 4 study scripts
We, therefore, ask for proof of your English language skills.*
– TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or
– IELTS (minimum Level 6) or
– Duolingo English-Test (min. 95 points) or Take part in Q&A sessions
– PTE Academics (minimum 59 points) or 5
– Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)

ONLINE DEGREE SAVER PROGRAMME Prepare for exams and take

Apply for the Online Degree Saver Programme and receive a discount on your 6 them either:
tuition fees. – directly online, or
– at an IU examination centre
Please get in touch with our Study Advisory Team for more details. ­(remember to register in time).

RECOGNITION OF 7
Bachelor thesis and colloquium

PREVIOUS ACHIEVEMENTS
Complete your studies with
You can skip individual modules or entire semesters by having your previous 8 ­certificate
achievements recognised. This way, you can shorten your online studies.

The following previous achievements are just some of those that you
can have credited:
– Previous achievements from other universities
– Non-university qualifications (e.g. from the Chambers of Commerce and
Industry)
– Content from vocational training courses
– Work experience

Benefits for you:

– Shorter period of study
– No need to attend courses or modules already recognised
– Faster graduation with your desired degree
*The proof must not be older than five years. If you have already completed your first degree in English or are a native English speaker,
you no longer need to prove your English language skills separately.
ONLINE STUDY TOOLS

LEARNING ON-THE-GO
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SUCCEED, ACCESSIBLE ANYTIME – ONLINE AND OFFLINE. At IU, you get to have the best of both
worlds: learning on-site with your tutors and fellow students, and learning on your own, from anywhere, thanks to a wide
range of digital learning tools – all available whenever you want.

IU LEARN APP DIGITAL LECTURE NOTES AI-POWERED LEARNING

with 24/7 access to study materials accessible offline and across with IU’s Syntea tool
devices

SHORT LEARNING UNITS PRE-RECORDED VIDEO LINKEDIN LEARNING

for an easy-to-digest learning LECTURES ACCESS
process by our faculty of industry experts with over 14,000 courses

ONLINE EXAMS TUTORIAL VIDEOS REVISION COURSES

available 24/7 and bookable at on key terms, theories, and case to help you prepare for exams
short notice studies
WHY IU: FLEXIBLE CAMPUS LEARNING

LEARN ON CAMPUS –
YOUR WAY
Like the flexibility of studying online, but still want to experience student life in Germany? IU’s ON-CAMPUS LEARNING
MODEL lets you enjoy a mix of both online and on-campus learning with a great deal of flexibility.

This gives you the perfect opportunity to live in and explore Germany while you earn an accredited degree at one of the
country’s leading universities of applied sciences.

FLEXIBLE STUDIES WORK-STUDY OPTIONS POST-STUDY VISA

Attend classroom tutorials 2–3 Explore student jobs on the side Get a career head start in Germany
days a week and enjoy self-paced and work up to 20 hours per week with an 18-month post-study visa
online learning on other days. during school term. when you graduate

Start online, Join us on campus later

There’s no need to put your dreams on hold if you can’t be on campus yet. You’ll still get access to our diverse range of inno-
vative digital learning tools and online platform, which means that YOU CAN START LEARNING ONLINE, NO MATTER WHERE
YOU ARE.

Whether you’re looking to benefit from reduced tuition fees, or you still need to wrap things up back at home, you’ll have
the option to join us in Germany only when you’re ready. All you need to do is decide which campus you want to study at:
Berlin or Bad Honnef.

Learning on campus
at IU: In a nutshell
– 18×45-min on-campus tutorials +
online self-study
– Full-time only
– 2–4 intakes per year: January,
April, July, October
– 11-week study blocks (9 teaching
weeks + 2 weeks for revision & exams)
– 3 modules per semester
– All courses are taught in English
OUR INTERNATIONAL CAMPUSES

EXPLORE THE HEART OF IU:

CAMPUS LIFE
TWO CAMPUSES, ONE INTERNATIONAL IU FAMILY. Our campuses in Berlin and Bad Honnef are more than just that. They’re
thriving communities filled with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds, all coming together to create the ultimate
educational experience.

Live it up in vibrant, Soak up the nature and h

­ istory
metropolitan Berlin in Bad Honnef
Berlin is youthful, hip, artistic – and the IU Berlin Get the full IU experience: Join us in our Bad Honnef campus, in a
campus is situated right in the middle of it all. pretty spa town just a 30-minute train ride from Cologne and Bonn in
It offers peaceful study areas when you need to West Germany – one of Europe’s main business and financial areas,
concentrate, and proximity to a wide range of with countless work and networking opportunities.
restaurants, malls, and bars when you need to
unwind. Learn alongside students from all around the world, in a campus
equipped with state-of-the-art learning facilities, a wide range of
Experience student life in a truly international sports clubs and societies, and tons of culinary options.
city, home to innovative start-up and larger com-
panies alike, in a centrally located campus that Affordable and higher quality of life
still offers a peaceful and quiet place to study.
Serene and beautiful setting

A melting pot of cultures Networking opportunities in nearby cities

Thriving international startup scene

Now offering a €500 welcome bonus for Bad Honnef students
Blend of history and modern
Apply now to study on campus at IU in Bad Honnef and receive a
Accommodation: We do not offer on-campus ­bonus of €500 euros, credited to your IU Campus Card*.
accommodation in Berlin, but our Admissions
Team can share some platforms where you can Accommodation: Student accommodation is available on campus in
search for a place in the city. Bad Honnef. From €400 a month, you can rent a room in one of the six
blocks of modern shared flats and live with other IU students. Spots
are limited.

Each student Each room is In the apartment

flat comes with: furnished with: blocks, you’ll also
find:

– A fully equipped – A bed, a mattress, – A laundry and

kitchen and a wardrobe drying room
– A balcony or a terrace – A desk with a chair – Bicycle storage
– Cable TV and radio – Shelves, an armchair (Right outside the
connection and a small side table block)
– Parking spaces
– Wi-Fi – A curtain rod and (Across campus and
curtains can be reserved for a
monthly fee)

*Your IU Campus Card serves as your Student ID and can be used to pay for food and drinks at the cafeteria and restaurants on campus. All terms and conditions of the IU Campus Card apply.
MAKE IT IN GERMANY

IT’S TIME TO LAUNCH

YOUR GLOBAL CAREER
GERMANY, THE HOME OF IU – WHERE YOUR DREAMS CAN When you graduate with a German-accredited online
BECOME A REALITY. Your studies at IU will position you at degree from IU, you’ll get to forge a global career path,
the heart of the EU, home to some of the biggest names in starting from Germany.
STEM industries and a highly promising tech & IT sector,
brimming with opportunities.

29 Fortune Global 500 400,000

­companies international students
are headquartered in Germany in higher education institutions

World’s 4th 3.1% unemployment rate,

largest economy the third lowest in the EU

and 1st in Europe

Demographic changes have affected the German THE GOLDEN TICKET:

labour market, resulting in more opportunities for non-EU
professionals to make it in Germany.
A GERMAN POST-STUDY VISA
According to an alumni survey, 90% of our gradu-
ates would like to remain in Germany after their
352 of 801 occupations studies. As an IU student, you are eligible to apply
with skills shortages for an 18-MONTH POST-STUDY VISA if you join us
on our Bad Honnef or Berlin campus within the last

96,000 vacant positions six months before graduation. This means that you
can remain in the country to search for a job related
in IT sector
to your area of study and potentially secure a long-
term work visa or EU Blue Card.
€45,000
gross annual salary for STEM workers

70,000 non-EU
Blue Card holders added every year
 “Exposure to case-studies of well-
known companies has equipped
me with state-of-the art skills.”
STUDENT FEATURE: KUNAL SAIGAL (ON-CAMPUS MBA IN FINANCE, INDIA)

KNOWLEDGE KNOWS
NO BOUNDARIES
As an Indian who was born and raised across 3 continents, I was importance of proper work-life balance so I can reach my per-
especially drawn to IU’s global network of students from 153+ sonal and professional goals more effectively.
countries and its international faculty. I wanted to expand
my knowledge on finance and management, having worked in When I was invited to give a guest lecture in the IU Corporate Fi-
various finance roles. nance module, I discovered a new passion in sharing knowledge
and expertise to a room of curious minds. Now I’m working
I chose to pursue an MBA at IU because of its practical mod- towards getting a doctorate degree so I can become a professor
ules, competitive tuition fees, and post-study visa option. and pass on my knowledge someday.
Working and studying in Germany has also taught me the

“Being in a class-
room surrounded
by intelligent,
curious, and
Kunal Saigal with IU Professor Dr. Florian Hummel

­diverse streams
of thought was
highly rewarding.”
WHY IU: CAREER SUCCESS

BE LIMITLESS WITH
A FUTURE-PROOF CAREER
OF OUR GRADUATES MOVE INTO A MANAGEMENT
POSITION WITHIN 2 YEARS
 rom the day you start studying at IU, you’re already on your way to success. The flexibility of
F
our study programmes let you upgrade even while working. Each lesson will hone your skills and
develop your expertise in the field, so you can already apply them to your existing job.

OF OUR GRADUATES WORK IN AN INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Employers today value experienced candidates with transferable skills who can keep up with
the demands of a rapidly changing global landscape. When you study online at IU, you’ll culti-
vate strong time management skills, excellent digital literacy, and hone your ability to effectively
­communicate and collaborate with team members located all around the globe.

OF OUR GRADUATES HAVE A JOB WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF GRADUATION

Whatever your field, our specialised modules will allow you to gain invaluable insight into the
subject at hand. Your professors and tutors are industry professionals with at least 5 years’ experi-
ence and will guide you in practical learning with relevant, real-time case studies.

WHERE OUR ALUMNI WORK AT

We are proud of our alumni, who have gone on to greater paths in their career after graduating with a degree from IU. Our
practical, career-­relevant degree programmes help IU graduates stand out from the crowd and prepare them for a job at
industry-leading companies.
WHY IU: CAREER SUCCESS

PREPARE FOR YOUR

DREAM JOB WITH OUR
CAREER EXPERTS
When you learn on campus at IU, we want you to work The IU Career Office has a range of online services to help
towards more than just earning a degree – we want to help you put your best foot forward in your career – completely
you fulfil your professional ambitions. That’s where our free of charge!
team of career experts comes in to guide you throughout
each step of your job search.

JOBTEASER ONLINE PLATFORM WEEKLY CAREER TALKS PERSONAL CAREER PREP

✓ Over 130,000 job and internship offers* ✓ Direct contact with companies and TRAININGS
✓ 2,700+ international company contacts* recruiters ✓ Career planning and job search strategies
✓ Company reviews from other students ✓ Get company and recruiting insights ✓ CV and cover letter how-to’s
✓ Registration for IU career events & ✓ Access job and internship opportunities ✓ Interview techniques and salary
­trainings ✓ Network with diverse industries ­negotiations
✓ Tips, tricks, and useful links for your job ✓ German business culture
search and application

Career Office
Your journey to career success starts from the day you enrol at IU. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, the IU Career
Office will help you get to where you want to be. We support students with their career development through our career
prep trainings, company networking events, and our online careers platform which gives you access to thousands of
job opportunities and careers advice! All our services are available online, so no matter where you are in the world, we’re
ready to support you in taking that next step in your career.

“Everyone has their own personal career journey, unique to

them, which is what makes careers such an exciting thing. I
love working together with students to help them develop
their own career management skills to best navigate the
ever-changing world of work and find the path that best
meets their needs and their values.”
– Catherine Flynn, Manager Career Office
YOUR IU SUPPORT

WE’RE ROOTING FOR

YOU FROM DAY 1
Your success is our success, and we’re here to help you Balancing studies and life commitment is never easy; you’re
achieve your dreams. From the moment you contact us bound to run into some down times. And when you do, we’ll
right through to your graduation day, you’ll have our full, be there to help you get back right on track – no matter the
dedicated support. distance.

STUDENT ADVISORS
Finding the right study programme takes time, and some-
times you need someone to point you in the right direction.
Good news: Our Student Advisors are just a phone call or
email away. They’ll help you make the best choice for your
future, assist you with financing options, and guide you
through the application process.
STUDY COACHES
Having a tough time dealing with the stress of your studies, can’t motivate yourself or struggling to find a rhythm? Don’t
worry, it’s completely normal. Check out our study tips and helpful materials in the Study Coaching section of myCampus.
If you still need one-on-one help, you can still set up a call with our Study Coaches.

“The online study world can be quite overwhelming and

intimidating to students. I help them with individual ses-
sions on topics like time management, learning strategies,
goal setting and stress management. And sometimes they
are just longing for an encouraging, friendly chat from
­human to human, and that is what we are here for.”
– Nina Berzbach, Study Coach

STUDENT OFFICE
Being a new student can feel a little overwhelming sometimes, so it’s important to have someone by your side, to answer
any questions you might have. That’s where the IU Student Office comes in: to help you with all of the organisational
aspects of your student life. From questions about booking courses to information about changing programmes, they’ll be
your point of contact.

SYNTEA: THE AI TEACHER

Use Syntea, IU’s AI teaching assistant, to and optimise your studies. Leverage the benefits of cutting-edge technology and
study through dialogue, with answers to any questions you have available 24/7.
STUDY ABROAD ALLIANCE

LEARN BEYOND BORDERS,

BUILD A FUTURE ABROAD
Imagine this: You, immersed in vibrant cultures and beautiful landscapes – all while earning your degree and boosting
your future career prospects globally. IU has partnered with prestigious universities around the world so you can study,
work, and live in your dream destination. Here are some of our current academic partners:

We’ve collaborated with UCLA Extension We’ve partnered with British Columbia Our partnership with the International
so you can study in Los Angeles, California Institute of Technology (BCIT) so you College of Management Sydney (ICMS)
and earn your IU degree plus an addition- can start online with us and finish your lets you start your degree online and com-
al certificate from UCLA studies on campus in Canada. plete it on campus in Australia.

US, CANADA, UK, AUSTRALIA, OR EUROPE – YOU CHOOSE.

With IU’s STUDY ABROAD ALLIANCE, the world is truly your oyster. Now you can start online at IU and complete your
degree at our partner universities in the US, Canada, UK, Australia or Europe during your final semesters. Boost your
career with post-graduation visa options – without breaking the bank.

Start online right away Top quality education online and on campus

Study & live in a foreign country Post-graduation visa options

Abroad work-study opportunities Save on online tuition fees at IU

Ready to explore the world? Check out our full list of partner universities
across the globe and get more information about the IU Study Abroad Alliance.

Learn more
FEES & FUNDING

YOU’RE INVESTING IN
YOUR FUTURE, SO ARE WE
You deserve the chance to change your future, regardless of your origin, economic status, or social circumstances. To help
you kickstart your studies in Germany, we’re offering DISCOUNTS OF UP TO 25% to students from all around the world.
Many students have transformed their futures with an IU degree. You can too!

Learn in Germany at IU from as low as €348 per month

Our on-campus tuition fees cover everything you need to complete your studies at IU, without any application fees. Please
note that you will still need to pay an additional campus registration fee of €1,500 during admissions.

✓ Access to the myCampus platform and the IU Learn App ✓ Access to personalised study coaches in 1-on-1 sessions
✓ Access to video lectures and interactive books ✓ Free German and English courses
✓ Access to digital library with over 100k titles in English ✓ Career services as well as job & internship support
✓ Access to LinkedIn Learning with over 14,000 courses to choose
from
 ON-CAMPUS
Bachelor Master MBA
FULL TIME FULL TIME (60 ECTS) FULL TIME (60 ECTS)
from from from

€399 /month €775 /month €775 /month

A one-time €1,500 campus registration

FULL TIME (120 ECTS) FULL TIME (90 ECTS)
fee is ­payable during the admissions from from
process. This fee is not included in the
tuition fees of the study programme. €556 /month €775 /month
OUR GLOBAL REPUTATION

YOUR IU DEGREE WILL

TAKE YOU PLACES
We design our programmes to be as flexible and innovative as possible — without sacrificing quality. You can have confi-
dence in knowing that the online education you’ll receive at IU has been approved for its quality and excellence.

All our programmes are accredited according to high educational standards in Germany and Europe. Employers worldwide
recognise and value your IU degree and education, allowing you to achieve career success no matter where you go.

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Transfer credits easily and spread your wings abroad

No more worrying about the validation of your degree The ECA report is recognised by thousands of academic
abroad. With our global reputation and accreditation, institutions, government bodies, and employers throughout
you’ll find it easier to transfer credits for work or study Canada and the U.S. If you’re looking to relocate completely,
purposes. you’ll also need the ECA report for Immigration, Refugees
and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) programmes and American
We are also recognised by WES, a trusted non-profit provid­ based immigration schemes.
ing verified education credential assessments (ECA) for for-
eign degrees and certificates. This makes it possible for you
TO WORK OR STUDY IN CANADA OR THE U.S. AS YOUR CREDITS
CAN BE EASILY CONVERTED INTO LOCAL EQUIVALENTS in
the Canadian Immigration Point System and American
Immigration assessment scheme.
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OF OPPORTUNITIES
With our internationally recognised degrees, you’re set up for success – no matter where you go. It will help you to open
doors to limitless career opportunities worldwide, so you can build a future wherever your dreams take you.

Transfer credits easily and spread your wings abroad

No more worrying about the validation of your degree The ECA report is recognised by thousands of academic
abroad. With our global reputation and ­accreditation, institutions, government bodies, and employers throughout
you’ll find it easier to transfer ­credits for work or study Canada and the U.S. If you’re looking to relocate completely,
purposes. you’ll also need the ECA report for Immigration, Refugees
and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) programmes and American
We are also recognised by WES, a trusted non-profit provid­ based immigration schemes.
ing verified education credential assessments (ECA) for for-
eign degrees and certificates. This makes it possible for you
TO WORK OR STUDY IN CANADA OR THE U.S. AS YOUR CREDITS
CAN BE EASILY CONVERTED INTO LOCAL EQUIVALENTS in
the Canadian Immigration Point System and American
Immigration assessment scheme.
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YOUR FUTURE?
APPLY TO IU TODAY
So, you’ve picked your study programme, you’re trusting us with your future,
Apply Now and you’re ready to make your way to Germany. What’s next?

Here’s a quick look at our application process

Apply online Upload documents & pay campus fee Receive Letter of Admission

Apply for student visa (if necessary) Enrol on campus in Germany Start studying*

FAQs
WHAT ADMISSION DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO PREPARE? – TOEFL (min. 80 points)
You’ll need to show proof of English language skills (only for on-­ – IELTS (min. Level 6)
campus studies; online students are exempt), your highest academic – Duolingo English test (min. 95 points)
certificate, and a tabular CV with your professional experience – Cambridge Certificate (min. B grade overall)
(depending on your chosen study programme).
The Duolingo English test is available online
(45–60 mins) and you will receive certified results
WHAT IS PROOF OF ENGLISH SKILLS? within 2 days. Alternatively, you can also enrol in
If you’ve completed previous studies in English, you don’t need to our free online English Courses – simply reach
provide this. Otherwise, you can prove your English proficiency level out to our Study Advisors.
through one of the following:

*You can start online and then switch to campus later.

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Embark on your academic journey at IU with a fun-filled ORIENTATION WEEK, designed to help you feel at home and hit
the ground running. Get ready for a warm welcome, new friendships, and an unforgettable start to your university experi-
ence – be it in Berlin or Bad Honnef.

Already in Germany? Still abroad? Don’t miss

Get to know the IU out with our virtual Zoom
­community up close. sessions.
During our Live Presentations on campus, you’ll get more The Live Presentations held on campus will be repeated
information on essential topics like enrollment, health online via Zoom. You will also be able to join us for the oth-
­insurance, and navigating life in Germany. er sessions held online. All you need is a working internet
connection and a device to access – easy!
Have questions or want to connect with fellow students and
faculty? Swing by for our Drop-in Info Sessions and Meet-
and-Greet events. We’ll also host virtual Zoom sessions
to go through the myCampus student platform, IU Career
Office services, and examination processes.
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