On-Campus Studies in Germany

Study 100% in English right in the heart of Europe
Boost your career by gaining skills and insights needed for tomorrow's jobs
Position yourself for an international career in Germany's diverse labour market

Benefit of our on-campus studies

With our format of face-to-face teaching combined with digital resources, you have the unique opportunity to pursue degrees in Germany on your terms:

Kick-start your professional career in EU's largest economy.

Learn through hands-on experiences and real-world projects.

Immerse yourself in a vibrant academic community of 130,000+ students.

Choose from 10 programmes with 15+ specialisations in sought-after fields.

Learn on the go through our innovative method with digital tools.

Have the freedom to work up to 20 hours a week alongside your studies.

On-campus studies: a summary

Time Model

Full time only

Study Start

2 intakes per year: April & October

Language

100% in English

Other perks

Online career services, job listings platform & virtual networking events

Optional internship module

18-month post-study visa eligibility

Take the next step in your career

Our face-to-face lectures ensure you develop practical skills applicable to today's job market with curricula and projects designed by industry experts.

To further deepen and practice what you have learned through self-study, all learning materials and your AI learning assistant Syntea are available via MyCampus, our digital learning platform. This gives you 24/7 access to all your learning resources and support services, ensuring you always stay up to date!

Apply the knowledge you have acquired during your studies in internships or in part-time student jobs. In addition to gaining valuable practical work experience. Please note that you are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and that your mandatory attendance classes must be compatible with your working hours.

Teaching you can trust

Our courses, lecturers and study materials consistently earn top marks, as 91% of IU students say they are satisfied with the full learning experience.

Fast track to employment

IU graduates find a suitable job within 2.6 months on average. One of the clearest signs that our programmes are built around what employers actually need.

Skills employers want tomorrow

Our programmes are continuously updated to reflect industry trends. 88% of IU students and alumni confirm their studies equipped them with future-ready skills.

Campus life

How studying on-campus at IU looks like:

Join a global student community, attend in-person classes, and access career support—from networking events to CV and interview preparation.

What you get with IU’s upgraded on-campus model

Start your academic journey at IU by choosing the degree you want to study and your desired intake date: we offer up to 2 intakes per year, and you will be studying at either our Berlin or Cologne campus. For 2026, our programmes for new students will be offered at the Cologne campus.

Once you get to Germany, we’ll help you settle in with our orientation week. We do not offer student accommodation in Berlin or Cologne for the time being, but our team is here to help you find the right place in the right area.

Starting your upgraded campus programme

When your studies begin, you’ll get access to our full suite of digital tools:

MyCampus, your digital campus management system.
Syntea, your personal AI tutor.

You’ll be using these tools daily, and combining them with in-person classroom sessions (depending on your semester and course load).

The lectures are the perfect place to meet your fellow students, as they allow room for everyone to participate. Use your breaks to grab a coffee or lunch, form study groups, and exchange tips for life in Germany.

Use myCampus to navigate and track your study progress and talk to your tutors and professors. Thanks to Syntea, the parts of your studies you’ll need to do independently you can do anytime, anywhere while getting immediate feedback to any of your questions.

Learn German alongside your studies in Cologne

As an international student at IU, you study entirely in English while building additional German language skills on campus. Our German language courses help you connect your academic experience with everyday life in Germany, improve your integration, and increase your employability for future career opportunities.

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Why study in Germany?

Germany is considered one of the top study destinations in the world and one of the best providers of education.

You’ll have plenty of space to study, meet other students, talk to your professors, and socialise. In the lively student city of Cologne, you’ll have a full and rich international student experience in Germany.

Benefits of learning in Germany:

High-quality learning in an international environment.

Experience a new city and the German lifestyle.

18-month post-graduation visa in one of Europe's strongest economies.

Networking with international students.

Study rooms to concentrate and revise for exams.

Option to join sports clubs and associations.

Cologne Campus

Immerse yourself in a city surrounded by leading employers in the healthcare, automotive, technology, and media sectors. Cologne provides outstanding opportunities for networking, internships, and career development.
Enjoy the advantage of studying in Cologne, right on the banks of the Rhine River. You will benefit from an excellent public transport system, making it easy to navigate both the city and the wider European region.

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Access our exclusive career services

From the day you enrol at IU, we’re dedicated to helping you fulfil your professional goals. The IU Career Services team will support you with exclusive initiatives such as:

Our job listings platform
Live job interview training
Networking events
1-on-1 career coaching
Help with writing your CV

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Launch your career

Ready to apply? Here's what you need to do

1. Apply Online & Upload your documents

Fill out our online application form, select your desired programme, and submit your application. Your personal study advisor will be in touch soon.

2. DOCUMENT CHECK & ADMISSION INTERVIEW

Our admissions team will review your uploaded documents and contact you in case any additional documents are required.

Once your application is complete and all documents are submitted, you’ll receive an invitation to book a 15-minute online interview. During the interview we will discuss your academic background, reasons for pursuing further study, and career objectives.

3. Sign your study contract and pay your campus registration fee

Once your application is approved, receive your study contract via email, sign it, and return it to us.

You will also need to pay the one-time €1500 campus registration fee.

4. Receive Letter of Admission

With the Letter of Admission, you can start your student visa application process. We’ll connect you to our trusted visa application partner, who will take care of your application 100% free of charge.