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 20+ years in education
100,000 students
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
the next step in your career. Perhaps you want to dis-
cover a new passion in a different field. Whatever your
goals may be, we’re here to help you make it happen.
For over 20 years, IU has been empowering people to
grow through higher education. Today, we are Germany’s
largest state-accredited ­private university with a top-tier
online studies format so you can change your life no
matter where you’re located.
Our students come from all walks of life and choose to
study at IU for one reason: opportunity. The opportunity
to build a brighter future for themselves. And our prac-
tical, career-relevant degrees will bring great opportuni-
ties for you to succeed in tomorrow’s world.
Many students are transforming their futures with us.
Now it’s your turn.

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 International
Studies

BACHELOR (B.A.)
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor of Business Administration students are in high demand in companies of all sizes, from start-ups to globally operating
large companies or even social, cultural or public institutions. While many graduates go on to complete a master’s or MBA, the
skills learned during your studies in business administration are the perfect foundation to start a career running, optimising, or
innovating businesses across the world.

With IU’s Bachelor of Business Administration you’ll gain key expertise in managing organisations, finances, the supply chain
and more, as well as strengthening your leadership and decision making. With this degree in hand, you’ll demonstrate to
employers that you have the analytical mindset, communicative abilities, and managerial capabilities to drive their company
success. Want to start a project of your own? This degree is the ideal foundation for the next generation of entrepreneurs and
business makers.

Degree Duration
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) 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 or Jul 180 ECTS credits

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) CHOOSE YOUR ELECTIVES

Choose one elective from

PRESENCE MODULE TITLE SEMESTER CREDITS TEST
“Electives A” list*:
­TIMEFRAME (ECTS) TYPE
– Applied Sales
1 – Agile Management and Global
Oct/Nov/Dec Business Mathematics 5 E Sourcing
Oct/Nov/Dec Organizational Behavior 5 WACS
– Business Intelligence
Oct/Nov/Dec Management Accounting 5 E/WAWA
– Intrapreneurship
Jan/Feb/Mar Supply Chain Management I 5 E
– Managing People and
Jan/Feb/Mar International Marketing 5 E Fundamentals of Business
Jan/Feb/Mar Statistics 5 E Psychology
2 – Online and Social Media
Apr/May Academic Integrity and Writing for Business 5 WAWA Marketing
Apr/May Business 101 5 E/WAWA – Personnel Psychology and
Apr/May Managerial Economics 5 E Corporate Communication
Jul/Aug Introduction to Academic Work 5 BWB
Jul/Aug Principles of Management 5 WACS Choose one elective from
Jul/Aug Global Corporations and Globalization 5 E “Electives B” list*:
3 – Fundamentals of Operations
Oct/Nov/Dec Entrepreneurship and Innovation 5 WAWA Research
Oct/Nov/Dec Service Operations Management 5 WAWA – Introduction to Data Science and
Oct/Nov/Dec Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making 5 WACS Programming with Python
Jan/Feb/Mar Collaborative Work 5 OA – IT Service Management
Jan/Feb/Mar International Brand Management 5 E – Salesforce Platform Management
Jan/Feb/Mar Leadership 4.0 5 E – Salesforce Platform
4 Development
Apr/May Sustainability 5 E/WACS – Smart Factory
Apr/May International HR Management 5 WACS
Apr/May International Accounting 5 E/AWB Choose one elective from
Jul/Aug Corporate Finance and Investment 5 WAWA “Electives C” list*:
Jul/Aug Research Methods 5 WAWA – Accounting and Financing
Jul/Aug Supply Chain Management II 5 E – Agile Management and Global
5 Sourcing
Oct/Nov/Dec Digital Business Models 5 E/AWB – Applied Sales
Oct/Nov/Dec Agile Project Management 5 WAPR – Business Intelligence
Jan/Feb/Mar Corporate Governance and Strategy 5 E/WACS – Business Process Integration –
Apr/May Seminar: Current Issues in International 5 WARE Application Associate
­Management – Career Development
Online Elective A 10 – Foreign Language: French,
6 German, Italian, Spanish
Online Electives B & C 20 – Fundamentals of Operations
Online Bachelor Thesis 10 WABT & PC Research
– Internship***
– Intrapreneurship
– Introduction to Data Science and
Programming with Python
– IT Service Management
– Managing People and Funda-
mentals of Business Psychology
– Mastering Prompts
– Microsoft ERP – Dynamics 365
Business Central – Functional
Consultant
– Smart Factory
– Studium Generale**
– et al.

E = Exam, OA = Oral assignment, PC = Presentation: Colloquium, WB = Workbook, BWB = Basic Workbook, AWB = Advanced Work- *Each elective module can only be chosen once.
book, WABT = Written assessment: Bachelor thesis, WACS = Written assessment: Case study, WAMT = Written assessment: Master **These electives cannot be taken if you would like
thesis, WAPR = Written assessment: Project report, WARE = Written assessment: Research essay, WAWA = Written assessment: Written to receive a dual degree.
assignment, OPR = Oral project report, P = Portfolio, POP = Proof of Participation ***Only available for on campus study programmes.
 ELECTIVES
All of our study programmes offer a wide selection of indus-
try-focused elective courses for you to choose from. Below
you’ll find more details on a select number of these cours-
es­—for the full list of electives available in this programme,
please check the Course Schedule.
The elective courses that are a part of this study pro-
gramme, are a cluster of courses dedicated to diving deep
into a specific topic related to the programme. When choos-
ing an elective, you get to explore a potential future career
path, or just develop a strong knowledge base about a topic
that particularly interests you.
In semesters 5 and 6 of this programme, you’ll choose three
electives, amounting to 30 ECTS credits. You have a wide
range of options to choose from, according to your interests
and ambitions. Some of the electives offered are:
SMART FACTORY
Dive into the world of production systems digital net-
working. Compare different digital architecture models
for smart factory building. Tackle the unique engineering
challenges that an autonomously operated and decentral-
ized production facility offers. Come up with possible IT
security solutions for these challenges, and gain an edge in
the production management career field.
MANAGING PEOPLE AND FUNDAMENTALS OF
BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY
In this specialisation, you’ll be introduced to the modern-day
working environment, its features and challenges. Learn
about the structure of markets and global companies, and
about the ways in which trends such as digitalisation influ-
ence industries. Examine how agile organisational structures
and advanced human resources professionals adapt to new
patterns in the work market. Lastly, focus on economic psy-
chology and its uses in personnel and business management.
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
The Business Intelligence (BI) specialisation offers a selec-
tion of topics discussing how companies generate business
data, and use it to improve and optimize operations. You’ll
be introduced to models and processes retaining to data
analysis, generation and storing, and learn how these types
of data are used across a company’s different departments.
ONLINE AND SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
Online marketing is a crucial component of business oper-
ations, as a growing number of transactions take place in a
digital space. Enhance your career prospects by mastering
the different active and interactive aspects of online mar-
keting: strategic planning, content distribution, customer
and lead targeting and inquiry response and monitoring.
Develop a strong understanding of the sustainable competi-
tive edge that a well-executed online marketing plan offers.
As for social media marketing, this module covers different
approaches to active social media marketing and commu-
nity creation and management. A major focus is placed on
targeted campaigns for different social media channels, and
the fundamentals of sustaining a global network.
APPLIED SALES
Focus your studies on sales, and take a close look at the
relationship between marketing, business strategy and
after-sales activities. Learn what tools companies use to
increase sales, the different sales channels and distribution
systems they use, and analyse negotiation, telephone and
digital sales tactics.
CAREER OUTLOOK
After completing your Bachelor’s in Business Administra-
tion, you can take on demanding specialist and manage-
ment positions in companies all over the world. Your expert
knowledge can be applied to various fields of work. De-
pending on your main interests, you will work in account-
ing, marketing, sales, human resources or administration.
BUSINESS MANAGER
As a Business Manager, you would be responsible for mon-
itoring all departments within a company and developing
industry-specific solutions to increase sales and acquire
new customers. You will draw up financial plans from an
economic point of view and review projects regarding
efficiency. As a Business Manager in a large company,
you might present directly to the board of directors and
convince them with your high level of consulting compe-
tence. In smaller companies, you can often make decisions
independently and report to the management.
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
As an Assistant Accountant, you could work in finance and
accounting—typically at a bank, an auditing company or in
the finance department of a company. You will be respon-
sible for bookkeeping, the preparation of financial plans
and reports, and the performance of administrative tasks.
You are familiar with the company’s internal guidelines and
keep an eye on fluctuating government regulations regard-
ing the recording of financial data. You maintain databases
accordingly and ensure smooth overall operations of the
business.
BUSINESS DEVELOPER
In your position as Business Developer you are responsible
for the further development and expansion of a company’s
business areas. As a central driver of growth and innovation,
you are committed to the future-oriented alignment of your
organisation. In doing so, you pursue central growth strate-
gies within the framework of market development, product
development and diversification. You’re always on the hunt
to bring in new business and optimise the status quo.
 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
Register and apply online
IB Diploma 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 Bachelor thesis and colloquium

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

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

metropolitan Berlin
Berlin is youthful, hip, artistic – and the IU Berlin
campus is situated right in the middle of it all.
It offers peaceful study areas when you need to
concentrate, and proximity to a wide range of
restaurants, malls, and bars when you need to
unwind.
Experience student life in a truly international
city, home to innovative start-up and larger com-
panies alike, in a centrally located campus that
still offers a peaceful and quiet place to study.
­ istory
in Bad Honnef
Get the full IU experience: Join us in our Bad Honnef campus, in a
pretty spa town just a 30-minute train ride from Cologne and Bonn in
West Germany – one of Europe’s main business and financial areas,
with countless work and networking opportunities.
Learn alongside students from all around the world, in a campus
equipped with state-of-the-art learning facilities, a wide range of
sports clubs and societies, and tons of culinary options.
Affordable and higher quality of life
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
especially drawn to IU’s global network of students from 153+
countries and its international faculty. I wanted to expand
my knowledge on finance and management, having worked in
various finance roles.
I chose to pursue an MBA at IU because of its practical mod-
ules, competitive tuition fees, and post-study visa option.
Working and studying in Germany has also taught me the
importance of proper work-life balance so I can reach my per-
sonal and professional goals more effectively.
When I was invited to give a guest lecture in the IU Corporate Fi-
nance module, I discovered a new passion in sharing knowledge
and expertise to a room of curious minds. Now I’m working
towards getting a doctorate degree so I can become a professor
and pass on my knowledge someday.

“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*
✓ 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
✓ Direct contact with companies and
recruiters
✓ Get company and recruiting insights
✓ Access job and internship opportunities
✓ Network with diverse industries
TRAININGS
✓ Career planning and job search strategies
✓ CV and cover letter how-to’s
✓ Interview techniques and salary
­negotiations
✓ German business culture

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
achieve your dreams. From the moment you contact us
right through to your graduation day, you’ll have our full,
dedicated support.
Balancing studies and life commitment is never easy; you’re
bound to run into some down times. And when you do, we’ll
be there to help you get back right on track – no matter the
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 video lectures and interactive books
✓ Access to digital library with over 100k titles in English
✓ Access to LinkedIn Learning with over 14,000 courses to choose
from
✓ Access to personalised study coaches in 1-on-1 sessions
✓ Free German and English courses
✓ Career services as well as job & internship support
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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.

Memberships

Ratings & Awards

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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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UNLOCK A WORLD
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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READY TO TRANSFORM
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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KICKSTART YOUR
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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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