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CUTTING-EDGE PROGRAMMES

Study 100% in English, with campus programmes focusing on preparing you for a strong career path.

STATE-APPROVED & ACCREDITED

Benefit from internationally recognised, high-quality education at Germany's largest university.

FIT YOUR STUDIES TO YOUR LIFE

Learn whenever it suits you, with IU's digital learning platform and your AI learning assistant.

Degree programmes

Unlock your future with in-demand degrees

Join our vibrant international IU community on campus in Germany. Attend the in-person lectures 3-4 days a week and organise your self-learning time flexibly with our extensive digital tools. Study 100% in English and choose from programmes in current, sought-after fields taught by experienced professors.

Data & IT

B.Sc. Computer Science - 180 ECTS credits

Business & Management

B.A. Business Administration - 180 ECTS credits

New IU Campus

Build your future in Cologne

As one of Germany’s most international and welcoming cities, Cologne offers the perfect blend of career opportunities, cultural experiences, and student life – an inspiring place to study, explore, and grow. Here’s what makes Cologne an outstanding choice for your studies:

Welcoming community and culture – Join an open student community and experience Cologne’s festivals, cultural life, and unique lifestyle.
Prime career location – Benefit from opportunities in healthcare, technology, automotive, and media – right on your doorstep.
Unlock Europe – From Cologne, you can reach Amsterdam, Brussels, or Paris in just a few hours.

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Why choose IU?

+130,000 STUDENTS

Become part of our international student community with peers from over 190 countries.

10 PROGRAMMES WITH +15 SPECIALISATIONS

Follow your passion in one of our in-demand on-campus programmes.

+25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Our experience and quality in higher education are the foundation of your career.

Study in Germany

Ready to join us on-campus in the heart of Europe?

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Student experiences

Hear from our students and alumni

One of the highlights of IU was the opportunity to work with real-life scenarios and hands-on projects. Having professors from established companies and self-founded businesses was a true advantage since they provided real-life business insights.

Renjit Vincent

M.A. International Management

Want to know more about studying at IU? You could speak directly with our currently enrolled students!

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Alumni

Ready to kickstart an international career?

At IU, your professors bring a minimum of 5 years’ industry experience to the classroom. With practice-oriented teaching and regularly updated content, you'll not just gain an academic qualification. You'll also pick up:

Coveted skills highly valued in the job market.

Experience from practical projects reflecting real-world scenarios.

Expertise in the latest industry trends and developments.

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Choose an internationally award-winning university

At the IU, we attach great importance to up-to-date and practice-relevant course content that fulfils the highest quality standards.

Our programmes are accredited by the German Council of Sciences and Humanities, the German Accreditation Council (System & Programme Accreditation) and WES World Education Services and have been awarded "FIBAA Premium" status by FIBAA and many more.

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Flexible learning at IU

Benefit from IU's innovative learning approach

At IU, we believe that you should have control over your learning schedule and methods alongside your face-to-face lectures. Enjoy the flexibility to access your learning materials 24/7 via the MyCampus platform (web/app) and study with your personal AI learning assistant. This offers you a smooth and enriching study experience.