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Angewandte Psychologie und Beratung (M.Sc.)*
Angewandte Psychologie und Beratung (M.Sc.)*
Duration:4 semesters・120 ECTSDepending on model
Tuition Fees:From 299,- €/month
Accreditation:state-approvedZFU: 1152423c
Start your online master’s degree in Applied Psychology and Consulting today
Are you looking for a master’s in psychology that doesn’t make you choose between a business or clinical focus? Our master’s programme in Applied Psychology and Consulting builds on the three pillars of psychology, business psychology and consulting. You qualify for responsible positions in the field of in-house consulting and support in dealing with psychological problems and conflict.
How your studies get you ahead:
You have more business-related content such as project management and still focus on topics such as clinical diagnostics or consulting in situations of conflict.
You expand your knowledge of e.g. research methods or public health and complete a practical project that allows you to directly apply your knowledge.
You can look forward to exciting job opportunities such as industrial psychologist, team lead in the health care sector or internal or external business consultant.
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
M.Sc., 120 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
24, 36, 48 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 299€/month, depending on model
Current discount campaign
Recognition & Approval
Study program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 120 ECTS - DE: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 1152423c
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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All our study programmes include the following services
Unverbindlicher Probemonat
Die Gebühren für diesen Zeitraum fallen nur dann an, wenn Du danach Dein Studium bei uns fortführst.
Extension
Up to 12 months free.
Leave Semester
If you need it.
Study Abroad
Optional, as fits your life.
Microsoft Office
Free for you.
LinkedIn Learning Tutorials
Over 14,000 courses & 1,800 video tutorials.
Online Library
60,000 eBooks & access to Statista.
Study & Career Coaching
We are always by your side.
Exchange Opportunities
With lecturers and fellow students.
Eduroam Internet Access
At over 20,000 locations worldwide.
Fees
Study model and prices for the online Master's study programme in Angewandte Psychologie und Beratung
Full-Time
Duration 24 Months
Faster pace – full speed ahead
€499/mtl.Faster pace – full speed ahead
Study Full-TimeReach your master's [MBA] degree quickly.
For anyone who wants to focus fully on their studies.
Approx. 40 hours of study per week.
Part-Time I
Duration 36 Months
Popular
Medium pace – steady and balanced
€379/mtl.Medium pace – steady and balanced
Study Part-Time IOur recommendation – and popular with IU students.
Study flexibly alongside work or family and extend your study time moderately.
Approx. 25 hours of study per week.
Part-Time II
Duration 48 Months
Slower pace – slow but steady
€299/mtl.Slower pace – slow but steady
Study Part-Time IILearn at a relaxed pace with a light weekly workload.
Ideal if you work full-time and have many other commitments.
Approx. 20 hours of study per week.
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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
🤔 Can't find your qualification? No worries! Our form helps you get other qualifications recognised.
How you benefit:
Up to
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Up to- ECTSSaved
Up to- HoursSaved
🤔 Can't find your qualification? No worries! Our form helps you get other qualifications recognised.
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!
Completed undergraduate degree in Psychology, Applied Psychology, Health Psychology, Communications Psychology, or Business Psychology totalling at least 180 ECTS credits
From a state or state-recognised higher education institution or university
Final grade of at least “Satisfactory”
Alternatives to the minimum grade (120 ECTS credits)
If you completed your bachelor’s degree with the grade “Sufficient” (up to 4.0), you can still be admitted to a master's or MBA programme. To do so, you need:
A bachelor’s degree (grade 3.5–4.0) from a state or state-recognised higher education institution AND
Relevant academic achievements from a master’s or MBA at a state or state-recognised higher education institution, suitable for your intended master’s or MBA, totalling at least 40 ECTS credits or
A relevant completed master’s or MBA from a state or state-recognised higher education institution OR
Relevant non-university qualifications that can be recognised, such as further education or advanced training at DQR7 level or, for international qualifications like postgraduate diplomas, equivalent to DQR7 level, suitable for your intended master's or MBA, totalling at least 40 ECTS credits
Tip: You can also have these relevant achievements reviewed and, if applicable, recognised for your suitable programme at IU by submitting a recognition application.
Exception: For admission to the master's programme M.A. Architektur (120 ECTS credits), your undergraduate degree must still be completed with a minimum grade of “Good” (2.5).
Is your undergraduate degree not in the required subject field for the 120 ECTS programme's admission requirements? You can still apply! You'll have to take 2 specific courses from your study programme and successfully complete them before you can start your studies.
Recognition of knowledge and abilities acquired outside of higher education is possible in principle.
The alternative admission requirements represent individual exceptions to the aforementioned General Admission Requirements and ensure that you are qualified to access a master's degree programme. Admission is granted at the discretion of the institution.
We require proof of your German language skills from prospective foreign students for the German language study programme. You can prove this to us as follows:
TestDaF (TND3, min. 3 points in all sections, level B2)
DSH (DSH1, level B2)
Telc (Telc B2, level B2)
ÖSD (ÖSD B2, level B2)
Please note: The proof must be submitted before the start of the study programme and must not be older than five years as a rule.
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Soziale Arbeit (B.A.)
Hannaj
5,0/5
Fernstudium B.A. Soziale Arbeit
Ich bin mit meinem Fernstudium Soziale Arbeit an der IU sehr zufrieden. Besonders gut gefällt mir die hohe Flexibilität, da sich das Studium gut an den eigenen Alltag und berufliche sowie private Verpflichtungen anpassen lässt. Die Studieninhalte sind interessant und praxisnah aufgebaut und die verschiedenen Lernmöglichkeiten helfen dabei, sich die Inhalte individuell zu erarbeiten. Insgesamt bietet mir das Studium genau die Flexibilität, die ich mir von einem Fernstudium gewünscht habe.
Posted on 18.09.2026 on fernstudiumcheck.de
Angewandte Psychologie (B.Sc.)
Verena
4,9/5
Super spannendes Studium
Es fällt wahnsinnig leicht, an Inhalte zu kommen und diese zu lernen. Alles ist so verständlich aufbereitet, es gibt immer ein Skript, dessen Inhalte zuverlässig zu Prüfungen kommen. Zudem kann man Podcasts/Videos und zusätzliches Material ansehen sowie in Austausch mit anderen treten. Gibt es ein Problem, erreicht man immer sofort jemanden im Sekretariat oder via Chat. Es macht großen Spaß und fällt mir sehr leicht, auf diese Weise zu studieren.
Posted on 18.09.2026 on fernstudiumcheck.de
International Management (M.A.)
Djo
5,0/5
Bin ein großer Fan der IU
Ich bin ein großer Fan der IU und habe dort in letzter Zeit unglaublich viel gelernt. Die Möglichkeiten, die Studierenden geboten werden – insbesondere im Fernstudium – sind sehr vielfältig und flexibel. Dadurch macht das Lernen nicht nur Spaß, sondern lässt sich auch hervorragend in den Alltag integrieren. [...] Für mich gehört die IU zu den besten Anbietern für Fernstudiengänge in Deutschland. Ich kann sie aus voller Überzeugung jederzeit weiterempfehlen.
Posted on 03.06.2026 on fernstudiumcheck.de
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