TIME TO TAKE ACTION.
Everyone should have the opportunity to grow through self-determined education, regardless of their personal, professional or financial situation, nationality, or ethical background. That's why at IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU), we make individual education possible – giving people a chance for whom traditional universities or study models aren’t an option.
WHAT SETS US APART FROM OTHER UNIVERSITIES
70 % students from non-academic households
Compared to 47% at traditional universities
16 % students without a secondary school leaving certificate
Compared to 2.5% in Germany overall
WORLD'S FIRST UNIVERSITY WITH ONLINE EXAMS
PASS EXAMS FROM HOME.
In 2016, we were the first higher education institution to offer online exams. An important step for us – and above all for people who are bound by their location and cannot simply drive to the institution for exams. We take down barriers for our students.
Learn moreDIGITAL & ANALOGUE STUDY SUPPORT. STATE OF THE ART.
We are a pioneer in EdTech applications, offering you not only professional and personal support from our study advisors and a variety of information events, but also our intuitive and multi-award-winning IU Learn App tailored to you as well as innovative AI-supported learning experiences.
Learn moreTRANSFORMING INTERACTION THROUGH AI-POWERED SOLUTIONS
We have developed our own learning AI just for you: Your AI study buddy Syntea accompanies you on your personal learning journey. Check your current level of knowledge and get answers to your questions about the script verified by our instructors at any time. This way, you can reach your goals even faster and more successfully.
Learn moreIU LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS
At IU, everyone should learn the way that best suits their abilities and situation, be it digitally or analogue.
Our EdTech platform and modern learning concepts leave behind traditional education and create a new way of learning – making education accessible for everyone who wants to progress in the digital age or make the world a better place in an analogue way.
On-campus experience
Inspiring campus life with modern study areas. For networking and learning.
35+ locations in Germany only
MyCampus online
Innovative learning platform with one of the largest online libraries among all institutions of higher education in Germany.
14,000+ courses and interactive quizzes
1,800+ video tutorials
Blended Learning
The perfect combination of face-to-face teaching and online learning for integrated learning.
1,800+ tutors, professors, and lecturers
IU Learn App
AI-powered learning for efficient, personalised study sessions.
mobile+ on all devides - mobile, tablet, or desktop
600+ course scripts in one app
FINANCING YOUR STUDIES ON YOUR TERMS? YOU'VE GOT IT!
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE – WE SUPPORT YOU.
We are happy to assist you in finding the best financing concept for you – whether it's a scholarship, student loan, or private and government funding opportunities. Our support is as diverse as your future career prospects!
OUR DEVELOPMENT. GETTING YOU AHEAD.
100 students
IUBH School of Business and Management welcomes its first students on its first campus.
2.000 students
IUBH becomes the first university in Germany with new learning formats – online and analogue.
130.000 students
IU implements AI based teaching (Syntea) for all online courses.
STUDY ACCESS ALLIANCE
In cooperation with IU, the Study Access Alliance provides 100,000 full scholarships to people from African countries, granting them access to education. This initiative enables financially disadvantaged students to pursue higher education through recognised online bachelor's and master's programmes at IU. By meeting the urgent need for qualifications and digital skills, it contributes to long-term reduction of inequality and makes an essential contribution to sustainable economic development.