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WELCOME TO IU UNIVERSITY
OF APPLIED SCIENCES,
LEO
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03GET TO KNOW IU
- Welcome to IU International University of Applied
Sciences
05YOUR STUDIES
- Get to Know IU
24STUDYING WITH IU
- The Most Important Terms Explained
Briefly
- Get in Touch with Us
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HELLO
LEO,
Welcome to IU International University In addition to your chosen study programme, in
this brochure I would also like to introduce some
of Applied Sciences! We’re so glad more programmes at IU that might interest you.
you’re interested in studying online with Do you have any other questions about your online
studies at IU? My team and I will be glad to help you
us. You’ll find the answers to important in person. We look forward to speaking to you!
questions about your study programme
in thisbrochure:
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Online Studies
START STUDYING AT IU –
EVEN WITHOUT A HIGH
SCHOOL DIPLOMA
WITH A-LEVELS
IU is the first online university to become an official partner of Cambridge Assessment International Education. With
this partnership, we offer applicants without a high school diploma the chance to earn a diploma equivalent while already
starting their Bachelor’s degree courses.
Unlike other diploma pathway programmes, you won’t have to finish the A-Levels before you start your studies – now, you
can do both.
We’ll provide you with the study materials for the final Cambridge exam you’ll have to pass in order to get your diploma
equivalent and finish your Bachelor’s degree. You’ll have access to all of the degree course materials as well, so you can
work on both things at the same time, at your own pace.
A-LEVELS IN A NUTSHELL
STUDY AT IU 2 STUDY TRACKS
Will provide you with all of the course materials. Depending on the degree you choose, you’ll take
courses in the Tech Track or the Business Track.
RESUME BOOST
Once you pass the exam, you’ll have a high school ONLY PAY FOR THE EXAM
diploma to add to your CV. The A-Levels courses and materials are included
in the price of your degree.
BACHELOR (B.ENG.)
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
AND MANAGEMENT
Industrial engineering has entered a revolutionary new phase with smart technologies increasingly used in manufacturing
plants and supply chains across the globe. The demand for qualified engineers who are specialised in “Industry 4.0” and related
fields is enormous.
The IU Bachelor in Industrial Engineering and Management prepares you with a combination of relevant business studies, ex-
pert knowledge of industrial engineering, and IT expertise that will allow you to understand and optimise processes for industri-
al companies everywhere. You’ll get to know features and applications for smart devices, smart technologies, and smart mobili-
ty—understanding how to use them create, innovate, and disrupt certain industries. You’ll become experienced with digital twins
and similar technologies and be able to apply theoretical knowledge with the help of experimental kits and digital modelling in
our virtual environment. After graduating, you’ll enter positions at the heart of digitisation and at the interface of many different
industries.
Degree Duration
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) 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
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 **Only available for on campus study programmes.
or Advanced Workbook, ME = Module Exam, PO = Portfolio, PP = Proof of Participation, PR = Project Report, OPR = Oral Project Report, RE = Research
Essay, T = Thesis, CO = Colloquium
ELECTIVES CAREER OUTLOOK
All of our study programmes offer a wide selection of indus- After studying Industrial Engineering and Management,
try-focused electives for you to choose from. Below you’ll our bachelor graduates often work in manufacturing com-
find more details on a select number of these courses—for panies at the interface between business management and
the full list of electives available in this programme, please technical functions. Whether in management, engineering,
check the Course Schedule. or consultancy role - there are plenty of opportunities for
talented professionals in this area.
The electives that are a part of this study programme, are
a cluster of courses dedicated to diving deep into a specific SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT
topic related to the programme. When choosing an elective, IT systems are becoming increasingly complex and much
you get to explore a potential future career path, or just more powerful. At the same time, optimised efficiency, reli-
develop a strong knowledge base about a topic that particu- ability, and safety remain of key importance. To manage the
larly interests you. increasing number of machines and products that are con-
nected in real time in the digital age, you as an IT solutions
In semesters 5 and 6 of this programme, you’ll choose three architect take responsibility for the entire system design.
electives, amounting to 30 ECTS credits. You have a wide
range of options to choose from, according to your interests SOFTWARE ENGINEER IN INDUSTRY 4.0
and ambitions. Some of the electives offered are: As a software engineer, you plan, create, manage and
distribute software systems. You are responsible for the
SMART FACTORY operation and maintenance of products and for quality
Dive into the world of production systems digital net- assurance. You regularly carry out system tests, evaluate
working. Compare different digital architecture models the results and document them, and use your knowledge to
for smart factory building. Tackle the unique engineering improve existing systems or create entirely new ones.
challenges that an autonomously operated and decentral-
ized production facility offers. Come up with possible IT DATA SCIENTIST
security solutions for these challenges, and gain an edge in Data Scientists are the creative minds behind algorithms.
the production management career field. You structure large amounts of data and compile usable
information for your supervisor with the goal of identifying
SMART SERVICES relationships between data sets. You carry out analysis to
This specialisation introduces you to methods and concepts lead to new productivity and efficiency opportunities.
in smart services development. First, you’ll be given an
overview of the link between digitalisation and the industry
4.0 idea, followed by a survey of the potential disruptive
qualities of smart services and digital intermediaries. The
third part of this specialisation includes a selection of some
of the techniques used for establishing digitalisation poten-
tial, as well the available platforms for integrating smart
services. Finally, a close examination of smart service
implementation technologies will be presented.
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.
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.
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
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.
Start online right away Top quality education online and on campus
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
Reasons for IU
WHY STUDY
WITH US?
01MAXIMUM
FLEXIBILITY
02
EFFECTIVE
– Enrol at any time
– Recognition of previous
achievements
LEARNING
– 1 month free trial
– Online Campus
– Full-time or part-time models
– Practical content
– Numerous specialisations
– Efficient learning materials
– Individual support
03 05
ACCREDITATION &
CERTIFICATION
04
SERVICE &
DISTANT
BUT CLOSE
– State-approved university – No fixed exam periods
– System-accredited university
– FIBAA premium seal
QUALITY –
–
Online exams
Online seminars
– Get in touch with fellow
– QS 5-star rating students and tutors
– CHE university rating
– Build your international network
– This is what our students say
01 MAXIMUM
Reasons for IU
FLEXIBILITY
Recognition of previous your advisor. If within this month you realise that the pro-
gramme is not the right one for you, you can withdraw from
achievements the contract at any time and without stating reasons. You
have no costs or other disadvantages. If you like the pro-
IU International University of Applied Sciences provides gramme, you can simply continue studying after the trial
blanket recognition forms for many education and training month – and you will be charged for it retroactively. Apply
programmes. This way, you can quickly and easily find out now and automatically benefit from our offer.
to what extent the recognition of your previous achieve-
ments will reduce the duration of your studies. Apply for
recognition before the start of your studies, and you could
shorten the duration of your study period based on your past
Full-time or
experience. part-time models
You can do the online bachelor’s degree programme as a
full-time or part-time student. The content is identical. In
the part-time option, you have a lighter workload. As a full-
time student you take 30 ECTS credits worth of course work
per semester (this equates to approximately 900 working
hours), as a part-time student a reduced amount. Part-time
study is a particularly good option for those who already
have a demanding workload or want to reduce the amount
of monthly fees. A switch from part-time to full-time (and
vice versa) is possible at any time, but subject to a notice
period of three months.
02 EFFECTIVE
Efficient learning
materials
LECTURE NOTES
In many of your courses you will receive lecture
notes that you can also use as an e-book version as
LEARNING
the Interactive Book. The content is separated into
units based on didactic criteria. Each unit is made
up of several learning cycles. This allows you to
learn the subject matter at your own pace and in
a structured way. The lecture notes contain all of
the relevant content from your course and serve
as a basis for other study media on the course.
Online Campus
ONLINE CONSULTATION SESSIONS
ONLINE CAMPUS MYCAMPUS Your tutor will support you personally in many of
myCampus is a web-based learning platform where learning your courses. Online consultation sessions take
content and tests are provided online. It digitally maps the place at set times. These give you the opportunity
structures of the modules and courses in the online pro- to ask questions about course content, exams (e.g.
gramme and fills them with learning content. In addition, their structure), and organisational aspects in real
the platform supports communication between students and time. The questions and comments from your
teachers, provides collaborative working functions and offers a fellow students may also be very helpful to you.
tool for evaluating learning content and tutors.
STUDYING ON THE GO
You won’t just find your course content on our on-
Practical content line campus; you can also download and use it on
mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets at
any time. In addition to our lecture notes, which
In your studies, you not only learn theoretical knowledge but
can be downloaded as PDFs, our video tutorials
also take part in extensive practice components included in the
and IU Interactive Books® are particularly well
online programme. Due to the practicality of these compo-
suited to this. Certain courses offer helpful video
nents, you can implement what you have learned directly in
tutorials that clarify terms, theories and case
your company from day one. In addition, our lecturers have
studies from the respective lecture notes – either
many years of professional experience in the business sector
briefly or in detail. This way, you can listen to your
and teach you using examples and techniques such as case
lecturers explaining the content at any time and
studies, analysing realistic scenarios and discussing current
get an impression of what’s expected of you on
business events.
your course.
ITUNES U
Numerous specialisations We are the only German university to offer video
lectures for our online courses to download free
Not only in terms of time but also content, you can study of charge from iTunes U. There, you can sub-
according to your needs. You choose several specialisations scribe to courses and view the videos in HD on
from a large number of functional areas, industries or foreign your computer and mobile end devices. iTunes U
languages. complements our myCampus study platform as a
convenient media management tool that you can
use to manage the realms of digital content for
your degree programme even better.
Reasons for IU
Individual support YOUR PERSONAL COACH
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS FOR STARTING YOUR
Submitted your application? Then let’s get started! You’ll
receive your login details to myCampus by e-mail on the STUDIES: YOUR STUDY
starting date of your studies.
COACH
INTRODUCTORY TUTORIAL
No questions go unanswered thanks to our introductory tu-
Online studies, work, personal commitments – our study
torial. Along with other new students, you’ll learn all of the
coaches will help you to successfully master this balancing
important points for your first steps on your online course.
act. They’re there for you – either long-term or on demand –
You’ll learn how to use our study platform myCampus and
to provide targeted assistance free of charge on topics such
our systems, and how to book courses, register for exams
as planning your studies, time management and motivation
and much more.
on your path to graduation. Together, you can decide on the
duration and intensity of your study coaching according to
COMMUNITY GROUPS
your individual needs.
With our online community groups, you can talk and
exchange ideas with other fellow students. You already can
join existing groups or create your own. We also have face-
book groups that can be used for similar exercises.
FOR YOUR SUCCESSFUL
REVISION MANUAL/EXERCISES
CAREER LAUNCH:
Selected courses also include revision manuals – catalogues
of questions that help you prepare intensively for your Career coaching – Your online degree is intended to pave
exam. The revision manual includes transfer learning tasks the way for a career change. But you’re still unsure of how
of varying degrees of difficulty, all of which are very appli- to go about it? Our career coach will help to answer your
cation-orientated. The tutor for the relevant module will questions, completely free of charge. Whether it’s checking
be happy to answer any questions you have on our study over your application documents or developing a specific
platform. career strategy, our experienced career coach will advise
and support you in two 45-minute sessions.*
BRAINYOO STUDY CARDS
The IU BRAINYOO flash card app provides you with various
learning methods: a long-term memory mode, a random
mode and an exam mode. Using the app, you can keep study-
ing even when you don’t have a mobile internet connection.
iu.org/about/chat-with-our-students
* The offer is aimed at Bachelor students (with at least 120 ECTS) and Master students.
INNOVATIVE EDUCATION
LEARN BETTER,
SMARTER, AND FASTER
WITH EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO STATE-OF-THE-ART EDUCATION. With our unique suite of custom digital study tools, you can
learn in exciting new ways.
Use our personalised AI-powered tutor, Syntea, to study through conversations, take assessments before exams, and ex-
plore case studies in depth.
Combine it with our sophisticated learning app, IU Learn, where you can take quizzes, watch videos, and do exercises from
your phone, tablet, or laptop.
EUROPEAN UNION
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Reasons for IU
ACCREDITATIONS &
CERTIFICATIONS
STATE-APPROVED FIBAA
UNIVERSITY PREMIUM SEAL
IU International University of Applied Sciences is a state-ap- Selected study programmes offered by IU have been accred-
proved and accredited university of applied sciences. This ited by FIBAA as meeting especially high quality standards.
approval confirms the high quality of both our study pro- They have been certified as being of excellent quality, for
grammes and our teaching. which they were given the gold Premium Seal. With five of
these accredited study programmes, IU is one of Germany’s
We also take care to adapt our course content to meet the leading universities.
latest standards. And we do so with success – as shown
by the awards, accreditations and certifications we have
received.
SYSTEM-ACCREDITED
UNIVERSITY
IU is system-accredited. The university can therefore ac-
credit new programmes independently – in accordance with
legally defined quality standards – and respond to market
requirements without loss of quality.
04 SERVICE &
QUALITY
“The international perspective “My employer also chose me “The university teaching at IU
that I developed during my because I graduated from is characterised by a high de-
studies at IU helps me tre- IU International University gree of practical relevance.”
mendously in my everyday of Applied Sciences.”
professional life.” Diana Valdez
Caspar Wesener
Nienke Baas
05NO FIXED EXAM PERIODS
DISTANT
BUT CLOSE
You can take your exams online – wherever and whenever you choose. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Online seminars
We are one of the first universities to offer the option of
studying entirely online, without any compulsory in-person
seminars and set dates. You decide for yourself when and
where you study best.
“I study Reasons for IU
however
and whenever
I want to!”
g
Costs & Financin
INVEST IN
YOUR FUTURE
BACHELOR PROGRAMMES1
Online All of our study programmes
include thefollowing:2
– Teaching and study material
Full-time (36 month): €399/month (total cost: €15,063)
– Marking of your end-of-module exams
Part-time I (48 month): €344/month (total cost: €17,211)
– Guidance, supervision and assessment of your Bachelor thesis
Part-time II (72 month): €259/month (total cost: €19,347)
– Online tutorials and guidance from tutors
– Use of the online campus
– Individual study coaching
On-Campus – Online exams
– Career coaching (after obtaining at least 120 ECTS)
Full-time (36 month): €399/month (total cost: €15,063)
Studying with IU
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Your way.”
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