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Distance LearningBachelor
Psychologie (B.Sc.)*
*Translated: Psychology.
180 ECTS credits. Language: Only available in German.
180 ECTS credits. Language: Only available in German.
Duration:6 semesters・180 ECTSDepending on model
Accreditation:state-approvedZFU: 1106420
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Start your online study programme in Psychology now
Psychology is a major part of our lives, influencing many areas of it. Does that fascinate you, too? Then this is your chance to study psychology. Our bachelor’s programme has unrestricted admission.
How your studies get you ahead:
In the distance learning programme „Psychologie“, scientific research and methodology take centre stage—because psychology is an empirical science.
You have the opportunity to tailor your profile with a wide range of specialisations, for example in areas such as personnel development and AI, criminal psychology, or child and adolescent psychology.
Please note: This programme does not qualify you for licensure as a psychotherapist. However, it opens up many other exciting career paths for you. The bachelor’s programme in Psychology follows the guidelines of the DGPs (German Psychological Society) and is recognised by the BDP (German Professional Association of Psychologists).
Study flexible
Study flexible
anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online exams, full- or part-time.
Learn innovatively
Learn innovatively
on your digital campus with your own AI study assistant and multimedia tools.
State-recognized
State-recognized
Benefit from an accredited degree with excellent career prospects.
Summary
Your study programme summed up
Study programme & degree
B.Sc., 180 ECTS credits
Language: de
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Starting date
Start today with Comfort Start – or start any time on your preferred date
Study duration & extension
36, 48, 72 months, depending on model Extension possible free of charge
Locations
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant Syntea, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Study fees
Starting at 235€/month, depending on model
Current discount campaign
Recognition & Approval
Study program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 180 ECTS - DE: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 1106420
Start today: try us out for 1 month
Apply now and start today – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
Fees
Study model and prices for the online Bachelor's study programme in Psychologie
Full-Time
Duration 36 Months
Perfect for students who want to hit the ground running and shorten the period of study by increasing their studying pace.
€399
€351 /mtl.Apply with PSYCHOLOGIE26 and secure a €2,444 discount + iPad.
Part-Time I
Duration 48 Months
Excellent for talented all-rounders who want to give their studies everything they’ve got while holding down a job and keeping down their monthly costs at the same time.
€344
€308 /mtl.Apply with PSYCHOLOGIE26 and secure a €2,444 discount + iPad.
Part-Time II
Duration 72 Months
Ideal for students who would like to take their time completing their course on top of their job and everyday life and keep down the monthly costs of their studies.
€259
€235 /mtl.Apply with PSYCHOLOGIE26 and secure a €2,444 discount + iPad.
All our study programmes include the following services
Begin today with Comfort Start – or start any time on your preferred date
Free trial month*
Optional semester abroad
Access to MS Office
Opportunities to exchange with teachers and fellow students
Online library with 60,000 E-books and access to Statista
Eduroam internet access at over 20,000 locations worldwide
Study and career coaching
Access to over 14,000 courses and 1,800 video tutorials via LinkedIn Learning
Holiday semesters and free extension for up to 12 months
*The fees for this period only apply if you continue your studies with us.
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Do you need help with your decision? Your personal study advisor is happy to help you!
Recognition
Recognition of previous achievements
Do you have vocational training or further education, work experience, or have you already studied? We are happy to assess — even before you apply for your distance learning programme — whether and to what extent we can recognise your prior learning: no obligation and 100% online. Simply complete our online recognition form.
Reduce your study duration: Skip individual modules or entire semesters!
Save on tuition fees: For every recognised ECTS point, you save 30 euros.
Your Experience
Training
Further Education
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How you benefit:
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Up to- ECTSSaved
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Need help with your recognition application? Our recognition guide brings together all the key information you need.
If you want to take full advantage of our recognition process, make sure to submit your application before the end of your trial month. To reduce your study duration, you can submit your prior learning recognition application at any time — including during your studies. However, a fee reduction can no longer be granted after the trial month has ended.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements
We make it possible: At IU International University of Applied Sciences you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!
With vocational or high school diploma With a general university entrance qualification (high school diploma) or an entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences (vocational diploma: academic and practical part), you can enter our Bachelor's study programme* directly.
Graduates from Waldorf schools and vocational colleges in Baden-Württemberg must have their entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences confirmed by the relevant authority in order to be able to study in another federal state. This also applies if you want to study in a federal state other than Thuringia. Additional achievements may be required. Our student advisory team will answer any questions about this.
* For applicants with international school diplomas (e.g. IB-Diploma) or degrees earned abroad, the institution conducts an equivalence test (according to Anabin).
You can also study at IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) without a high school diploma. To do so, you simply need:
A master craftsman's certificate or
Advanced professional training (e.g. as an IHK business administrator) or
At least two years of recognized vocational training in Germany, followed by at least 3 years of professional experience (full-time)*: Depending on the focus of your training and professional activity and what you want to study, you can start directly with a trial phase or prove your aptness in other ways.
*If you have completed your vocational training and professional experience within Europe, but outside of Germany, the university will carry out an equivalency assessment. EU qualifications can be accepted as equivalent if your vocational qualification is comparable to a German vocational qualification at level DQR 4.
For the German-language study program, we require proof of your German language skills from foreign prospective students. You can prove this to us as follows:
TestDaF (TND4, at least 4 points in all sections)
DSH (DSH-2)
Telc (Telc Deutsch C1)
ÖSD (ÖSD C1)
*It is at the discretion of IU International University to accept other German C1 (CEFR) language certificates if necessary.
Please note: The certificate must be submitted before the start of studies and must not be older than five years.
Start today: try us out for 1 month
Apply now and start today – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
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Voices on distance learning
B.Sc. Psychologie
Charline
Flexibel und individuell
Flexibel nach eigenem Zeitplan studieren und volle Unterstützung durch Kommilitonen, Dozenten und das IU-Team, das bietet die IU Internationale Hochschule jedem Studenten im Fernstudium. Durch das bereitgestellte Lernmaterial ist man absolut unabhängig und kann überall zu jeder Zeit auf seine Inhalte zugreifen und ebenso flexibel Prüfungsleistungen wählen. [...]
Posted on 02.06.2026 on fernstudiumcheck.de
B.Sc. Psychologie
Joya
IU kann ich nur weiterempfehlen
Mir gefällt die Flexibilität im Studium sehr. Die Lerninhalte und der Aufbau ist super, genauso wie die auf die Skripte abgestimmte eigene KI der IU. Obwohl es ein Fernstudium ist, kann ich aus eigener Erfahrung auf jeden Fall mitteilen, dass man mit anderen Studierenden in Kontakt kommt. Ich kann die Hochschule sowie den Studiengang nur weiterempfehlen.
Posted on 30.01.2026 on fernstudiumcheck.de
B.Sc. Psychologie
Miria
Lernen kennt kein Alter
Mit 50 ein Studium zu meistern zeigt: Lernen endet nie. Dank Flexibilität im Fernstudium bleibt Raum für Arbeit und Familie. Herausforderungen waren groß, doch die starke Unterstützung von Fakultät und Kommilitonen machte das scheinbar Unmögliche möglich – Ziel erreicht, Zukunft geöffnet.
Posted on 09.12.2025 on fernstudiumcheck.de
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