Your advantages at IU
100% flexibel
Full-time job, moving house, family or travelling? Flexible time models that you can change at any time. Study at one of our more than 30 locations or completely online.
No Numerus Clausus
What counts for us is your motivation, not your grades. That's why you can start your dream degree programme without NC or entrance exams.
State-recognised
IU is a state-recognised and accredited private university. This recognition confirms the high quality of the study programmes and teaching.
Find Your Special Field
ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
You want to create something great? With IU's bachelor's degree programmes in "Architecture & Construction," you'll have a strong foundation.
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HEALTH & SOCIAL AFFAIRS
Put your social skills to good use. With the IU Bachelor's degree programmes in the field of "Health and Social Affairs".
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IT & TECHNOLOGY
Look forward to a technologically sophisticated career. With the IU Bachelor's degree programmes in "IT and Technology" you will systematically reach your goal.
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MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Thinking strategically and acting creatively? The IU bachelor's degree programmes in "Marketing and Communication" are ideal for this.
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PEDAGOGY & PSYCHOLOGY
Actively shape the future of our society. The IU Bachelor's degree programmes in “Pedagogy & Psychology" make it possible.
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HUMAN RESOURCES & LAW
Become a human resources manager or legal expert. With the IU Bachelor's programmes in "Human Resources and Law" anything is possible.
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TOURISM & HOSPITALITY
Never boring: The IU Bachelor's programmes in "Hospitality, Tourism and Event" bring diversity into your professional life.
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BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Whether it's marketing, accounting or human resources: IU's bachelor's degree programmes in "Business and Management" will give you a head start in your career.
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Continue your education, get ahead
Busy at work or with a family? No problem! At IU, you decide how you want to study - without fixed lectures or exam dates.
Innovative & digital
The wealth of our digital learning tools, personal support and virtual live formats help you to get the most out of your studies and yourself.
Absolute practical relevance
Lecturers from the real world, theory with examples from the working world - here you will be well equipped for your job of the future.
The IU Studyfinder*: Find your degree programme
With our Studyfinder* you can find the study programme that fits you perfectly in just 5 minutes. *The Studyfinder is currently only available in German.
The study that adapts to your life
Distance Learning
100% flexible: the innovative way to study
Ideal for anyone who wants to study on their own terms – while travelling, alongside their job, family or other projects
Online study programme with tools for any study type and several options for connecting with lecturers, fellow students or study coaches
Flexible course structure and order adaptable to your individual needs; virtual classes if needed
Starting date: any time
myStudium
Study however you want after graduating – with tutorials on campus or virtually
Perfect for high school graduates who want the perfect mix of classic student life and flexible online studies
Fixed professionally guided tutorials during the day on campus combined with virtual elements
Fixed course structure and schedule
Beginning of studies: Up to 4 times a year
Dual Studies
Studies or work experience? Why not both?
Perfect for students who want to study and gain work experience with a practice partner at the same time
The best of both worlds: switch between in-person classes or virtual courses and practical phases in a company
Fixed course structure and schedule
Beginning of studies: Up to 4 times a year
Studies & Vocational Training
Studying after your vocational training: Shorten the duration of your studies by up to 50%
Skip modules or entire semesters that match the content of your training and shorten your study time by up to 50%
Not only save valuable time with your training, but also money by having your previous work recognised
Top up your knowledge from your apprenticeship with an academic degree and improve your career prospects
Syntea, your personal study assistant
As Germany's first university of applied sciences, we have developed our own study AI for you, to help you do even better in your studies. Syntea supports you reliably and 24/7 – exactly the way it suits you and your learning style. Plus, you can test your knowledge: Syntea will ask you targeted questions about your study material. On top, Syntea can substantially reduce your study time – by about 27 % on average!
Do you still have questions?
Our free student advisory service has all the answers for you! We take the time to advise you individually and without obligation.
We support you. Right from the start.
Together we will find the best solution for your career path.
Who can study with us?
Professionals & Career Changers
Have you already started your career, but are looking for new challenges, or do you want to reorient yourself and take your career opportunities to a whole new level? With us you can study 100% flexibly and part-time by distance learning – even without a high school diploma. The subjects of your professional activity can be credited and therefore ensure a significant shortening of the study time.
Bachelor Graduates
Have you completed your bachelor's degree and/or started your first job? The next step is a master's degree to develop your career and qualify for a management position. We offer flexible, customisable options: You can study 100% online via distance learning or drop by on campus occasionally. This way you can study in the way that suits you best.
High School Graduates
As a high school graduate, you are spoiled for choice: You can either start a traditional vocational training programme or opt for one of our numerous courses. You can start at any time, even without a high school diploma and without NC (admissions restrictions) – depending on which form of studies, which time model or which course of studies you decide on. This gives you an uncomplicated and diverse start into your future.
Studying worldwide & being cosmopolitan - that goes hand in hand
This is where we would like to position ourselves as a university: In favour of cosmopolitanism, diversity and democracy. IU International University, based in Thuringia, supports the #thueringenweltoffen initiative.
That's what our students say
Why you should study at IU
Attract young talents with the IU
Over 15,000 companies already rely on our dual study model, which optimally combines theory and practice. Your students gain professional experience during their studies.
You too can train your junior staff together with us and benefit from numerous advantages.
IU regularly receives top ratings from the best-known study comparison platforms. With 4.5 out of 5 stars, we were awarded "very good provider" in 2023 and were on the best list of distance learning providers and ranked number 1 of the most popular universities on StudyCheck with the dual study programme. All this with a recommendation rate of 95%!
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