Bachelor
Bachelor degree programmes
Earn an online bachelor`s degree from an internationally recognised, state-accredited university. Join thousands of students at Germany’s largest university, and start shaping your future today. Choose your study programme from dozens of options in healthcare, data & IT, marketing and business & management. Some bachelor`s degrees are offered 100% online, while others offer the option to combine online and on-location studies. Visit one of the programmes below to learn more.
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Business Administration
Passionate about business and commercial planning? Want to launch a successful international career? Then enrol now to the Bachelor of Business Administration study programme at IU International University of Applied Sciences.
Computer Science
Are you passionate about IT and software development? Are you looking to become an expert in your field? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you. Enroll in our online BSc Computer Science program and take your knowledge and skills to the next level.
Master of Business Administration
Are you looking to move up the career ladder and elevate your management skills to the highest level? Start your Master of Business Administration now – and earn a state accredited and internationally recognised MBA degree.
Big Data Management
With an MBA – Big Data Management, you’ll be a key figure in your company’s success.
Finance & Accounting
Do you want to take your financial know-how to the next level? In our internationally oriented MBA with a specialisation in Finance & Accounting, you’ll learn everything you need to succeed in financial management roles.
Project Management
Are you well-organised, good at communicating and like to complete tasks as efficiently as possible? Use it to your advantage – build a career in Project Management.
DevOps and Cloud Computing
Get to the pinnacle of IT with a master’s in DevOps and Cloud Computing at IU International University of Applied Sciences.
DevOps and Cloud Computing Management
Get started in the IT world! With your DevOps and Cloud Computing Management distance learning programme, you can work at the intersection of structure and software development. Get to the pinnacle of IT with your Master DevOps and Cloud Computing Management.
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Lead change in the corporate world with our online masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
Growth Hacking
Find out how to boost business growth using targeted marketing, advanced software, and artificial intelligence. Your master's degree in Growth Hacking can teach you how to do this.
Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs
As a Growth Hacker with an entrepreneurial spirit, you can help companies, especially startups, to grow in a resource-efficient and cost-effective manner.
Digital Marketing
Win over your target audience in the online world - with your Masters in Digital Marketing Online. Learn the tools and techniques to promote brands on digital channels (like social media marketing, mobile marketing and more) to connect with customers and create conversions.
Applied Psychology
Discover the fascinating world of psychology and its real-world applications with our Online B.Sc. Applied Psychology programme.
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
For a great career in international management, you need a solid foundation of practical and theoretical business knowledge. With the online Bachelor’s degree in Management, you’ll get that foundation – and much more.
Management
For a great career in international management, you need a solid foundation of practical and theoretical business knowledge. With the online Bachelor’s degree in Management, you’ll get that foundation – and much more.
Product Management
Dive into the world of making cool stuff with a Master's in Product Management! Ever wondered how your favourite apps or gadgets came to be? With a master's in product management, you'll pick up the skills needed to conceptualise, develop and launch amazing products.
Supply Chain Management
Work on massive international projects, and help the wheels of the global marketplace to keep spinning – become an expert supply chain manager, with a degree from Germany's largest University of Applied Sciences.
Salesforce & Sales Management
Become an expert in B2B and B2C interconnectivity with an internationally recognised Salesforce and Sales Management MBA from IU International University of Applied Sciences.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Build and run your own business, or help companies revolutionise industries as a consultant – with an MBA degree with a specialisation in Innovation & Entrepreneurship, you can do it all!
Human Resource Management
Help shape the professional lives of others, and fulfil your potential as a leader, with an MBA with a specialisation in Human Resource Management. Stand at the intersection between companies and employees, and help them both grow.
Healthcare Management
Looking to play an active role in an industry that saves lives? Want to build your career in an area where you can help others? Then this MBA programme with a specialisation in Healthcare Management is the right choice for you.
Applied Artificial Intelligence in Marketing and E-Commerce
Learn how to use the full power of AI to improve market strategy and decision-making within an organisation.
Software Engineering
Ready to shape the digital landscape? Join our masters in Software Engineering programme and turn your ideas into tomorrow’s tech breakthroughs!
Machine Learning
Unlock the power of data with Machine Learning! Master cutting-edge technologies from the comfort of your own home.
AI in Business - Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
Reimagine the healthcare industry with our trailblazing BSc AI in Business - Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals online programme!
AI in Business - Marketing & E-Commerce
Unlock innovative marketing insights with our BSc AI in Business - Marketing and E-commerce online—study from anywhere, anytime!
AI in Business - Finance
Faster and smarter: Accelerate your career and revolutionise the financial world with your expertise in AI and business.
AI in Business
Unlock your potential with our BSc AI in Business online programme. Dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and business strategy, study flexibly from anywhere, and prepare to lead in a tech-driven world. Enrol online today!
Cloud Computing
Lead the future of tech as a cloud computing expert!
Applied Artificial Intelligence for Supply Chain Management
Embark on a thrilling journey to master the intersection of AI and supply chain management in our dynamic Master's program. Unleash the potential of data-driven decision-making while navigating the exciting landscape of supply chain innovation.
Applied Artificial Intelligence in Production
Shape production 4.0: Become an expert in data management solutions for manufacturing with a Master’s in Applied Artificial in Production.
Business & IT
Become an expert in IT-based business innovation - study master’s in Business and IT at IU International University of Applied Sciences
Applied Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Learn to bring AI technologies into healthcare safely and ethically. Identify issues that healthcare professionals experience that machine learning can help to solve. The Masters of Applied Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare is designed with a "zero-to-AI" strategy to provide you with core concepts customised for healthcare applications.
Applied Artificial Intelligence and NLP
Break into NLP. Master cutting-edge NLP techniques through our Master's in Artificial Intelligence and NLP.
Applied Artificial Intelligence in FinTech
Gain expertise in the driving force behind financial innovation.
Applied Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision
Excel as a computer vision specialist!
Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive
Level up your expertise with a Master's in Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Join us in shaping the future! Gain practical knowledge of AI concepts and make a meaningful contribution to its ever-changing landscape.
Digital Product Management
Develop into a leader for cutting-edge digital products with leadership potential!
International Marketing
Is marketing your thing? Expand your know-how with the perfect mix of general and specific management skills in an international context. Apply now for our online MBA with a specialisation in International Marketing.
Industrial Engineering & Management
IT is innovating manufacture and supply chains across the world. You can be a part of the revolution with the International University of Applied Sciences online Industrial Engineering and Management Bachelor’s degree.
Marketing Management
Strategy and creativity – marketing offers you a broad spectrum of career opportunities. Start your online programme in Marketing Management now!
Digital Innovation & Intrapreneurship
Turn your digital business ideas into a reality, and learn how to grow companies from within.
International Management
Ready to take the next step in your career, and develop new skills that will drive you forward?
The Master’s programme in International Management is designed for ambitious professionals like you, who are ready to put in the work in order to conquer new goals.
Management + Majors
Decided to top off your technical expertise with management know-how? Want to perfect your leadership skills? Then our one-year Master in Management programme, available fully online, is the right choice for you.
International Healthcare Management
Build a managerial career in a field that makes a real difference. Earn a globally recognised Master’s degree in International Healthcare Management.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Gain the tools required for launching business innovation projects or founding ground-breaking new companies.
Data Science
We are surrounded by data and, in our Bachelor's degree programme in Data Science, you’ll learn how to interpret it correctly, so that you can generate trend-setting ideas – today and in the future.
International Healthcare Management
Take on challenging responsibilities in an exciting industry – earn a Bachelor’s in International Healthcare Management.
Human Resource Management
Navigate today’s changing job market successfully – and help employees and businesses reach their full potential. Earn a Master’s in Human Resource Management.
Robotics
Robots are revolutionising the way we manufacture, work and live. Join this fast-paced industry and learn to solve everyday problems through technology with this Bachelor’s programme in Robotics (BEng).
Software Development
Join the digital revolution from the comfort of your home. Earn a Bachelor’s degree in Software Development online.
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Unleash the power of AI: develop the skills to shape the future with our Bachelor in Applied Artificial Intelligence! Dive into the cutting edge world of intelligent machine, data-driven decision-making and problem-solving tasks.
Cyber Security
Start your journey into the thrilling world of digital defense as a Bachelor of Cyber Security. You'll learn to safeguard critical information and protect against evolving cyber threats. With a cyber security degree from IU, you set yourself up for a rewarding career that also enables you to create real impact in today's increasingly interconnected world!
International Management
Want to make a mark in global business? Begin your adventure with our online International Management degree!
Entrepreneurship
Constantly looking for ways to innovate? Always thinking of great new business ideas? Want to be the next Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos? Then this is the perfect study programme for you!
Digital Business
Combine business knowledge with digital skills, and become an in-demand asset to any business in the international market.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming a major part of many areas in our lives. In our online Master in Artificial Intelligence, you will learn how to successfully develop AI and in doing so actively shape our future.
Business Intelligence
Unlock the power of data with our master in Business Intelligence programme. Dive deep into data science, predictive analytics, big data, machine learning and more to shape the future of business decision-making!
Artificial Intelligence
Lead the way to the future, and take your place in a field that’s changing the world. As Artificial Intelligence plays an ever-growing role in our everyday lives, experienced professionals with a clear managerial mind-set have the opportunity to shape tomorrow’s businesses.
With an MBA with a specialisation in Artificial Intelligence, you’ll lead teams to the frontlines of technological development, all while keeping track of profitability and economic sustainability.
IT Management
Build a bridge between technology and management to reach your next career goal – study for an MBA with a specialisation in IT Management – 100% online.
Business & IT
IT professionals with business management skills are sought-after all over the world. Prepare yourself for an exciting career with our online Bachelor’s in Business and IT study programme.
Engineering Management
After graduating from our MBA Engineering Management programme, you’ll be a sought-after expert at the interface between technology and management.
Aviation Management
Dream big and reach for the skies – build your international career with an online Aviation Management Bachelor’s degree.
Hospitality Management
Join the exciting world of hospitality management, and work in a global-reaching, constantly shifting industry. Sign up for a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management now.
Engineering
Ready to make an impact? A Bachelor of Engineering degree paves the way for an exciting career in engineering. Whether you're driven by innovation, problem-solving, or advancing technology, this degree equips you with the skills to leave your mark.
Finance, Accounting & Taxation
Turn your passion for finance and love for organisation into a lucrative career in companies across the world.
E-Sports Management
Be a part of the gaming industry’s rise to a leading global force. Help E-Sports players and teams reach new audiences and establish global success. Shape the future with this unique MBA with a focus on E-Sports Management.
Information Technology Management
Lead the Information Technology Teams of the future – combine technical knowledge with practical management skills, and become an in-demand digital management professional!
Cyber Security
The online or on-campus study programme in Cyber Security will turn you into a professional threat hunter. Detect attacks on IT systems and successfully ward them off.
Data Management
Take your place in a fast-paced and rapidly developing field: study for a Master’s in Data Management, and be ready for the future.
Data Science
Do you want to become a data expert and secure the best opportunities on the job market? A Master's degree in Data Science will pave your way for a successful career in the technology sector.
Computer Science
Software engineering, cyber security, or artificial intelligence: with our online Master’s degree in Computer Science, you’ll have your finger on the pulse of new technological developments.
One-year MBA
An MBA can open the door to new opportunities. This study programme will teach you everything you need to know to become a great manager, business mind and entrepreneur – all while expanding on your skills and forming a great network to fuel your success.
Engineering Management
Combine management skills with engineering expertise, and become an in-demand professional. Join the Master in Engineering Management programme today!
What is a Bachelor's degree?
A bachelor's degree is an academic qualification that you earn from a college or university upon completing an undergraduate programme. It is typically the first level of higher education that you can pursue after completing high school.
Duration of a Bachelor Degree
The duration of undergraduate programmes can vary depending on the institution offering them, the credits required, and whether you take on a full time or part time study period. A traditional bachelor's degree program typically takes about four years to complete, full-time.
Types of Bachelor
Based on your passions and career goals, there are different kinds of bachelor's degrees that you can opt for. The two most common are the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.). The B.A. programmes focus on subjects within humanities, social sciences or liberal arts while B.Sc. programmes focus on subjects within the natural sciences, engineering, technology or mathematics.
Key specifics
What makes a bachelor's degree different from other educational qualifications?
- An associate degree programme provides a foundational understanding of a subject but is generally less comprehensive than a bachelor's programme. It usually takes about two years of study and is often offered by community colleges.
- A master's degree is a higher-level qualification that you can pursue after completing a bachelor's degree. It typically requires one or two years of specialised study. IU offers online master's degree programmes in a variety of subjects!
- A doctorate is the highest level of academic achievement and involves several years of advanced study, independent research and the completion of a doctoral dissertation. A bachelor's degree is a prerequisite for entering a doctoral programme.
What are the benefits of pursuing a Bachelor Degree?
A Bachelor's degree sets the foundation for your education and strengthens your career opportunities. Based on your passion or the career path of your interest, you can choose a bachelor's degree program that can help give you a solid understanding of your field and make you a strong candidate in the job market.
- Opportunity. A bachelor's degree establishes credibility and a level of expertise in your chosen field - making you a valuable asset to companies hiring in your industry. Additionally, it also qualifies you for a master's degree, which only enhances your job profile. A bachelor's degree also opens doors to tons of job opportunities - that can only double if you pursue it with a master's.
- Educational foundation. An undergraduate degree programme offers in-depth knowledge and skills specific to your chosen field of study. This expertise prepares you for a career in your desired field, enabling you to create impact and contribute meaningfully.
- Higher earning potential. Bachelor's degree graduates tend to earn higher salaries than high school diploma graduates. You can take advantage of a bachelor's degree to enhance your earning potential over the course of your career!
Why choose an Online Bachelor's Degree?
An online bachelor's degree is a convenient, accessible way of earning a bachelor degree that sets you up for a successful career path in your field of interest or passion. An undergraduate degree programme equips you with subject-specific knowledge and expertise - which contributes to your higher earning potential. This way, graduates with bachelor's degrees have a lot more scope in terms of job opportunities, especially in their particular field of study.
With IU's emphasis on flexibility and distance learning, you can now earn your bachelor's degree from anywhere in the world, and on your own time - with our online bachelor's programs. Here's why you should choose an online bachelor's degree:
100% online - convenient and accessible!
Our online bachelor's programmes make internationally recognised, quality education accessible to you no matter where you are. You can earn a bachelor's degree from the convenience of your own home and your own schedule! What's more, you can study 100% online, from start to finish - with IU's undergraduate degrees.
On your time
To further push our goal of making education accessible and inclusive to everyone, IU's academic degrees are incredibly flexible. If you plan to work, travel or have family responsibilities, our online programmes have part-time study options that allow you to do both. As an IU student, you have autonomy over your study period, your schedules and even when you'll take exams! This allows you to both work and study, or uphold any other responsibilities while also upscaling with a bachelor's degree.
Join an international community
Be part of a diverse, multicultural, international university community of students, teachers and academics right from the comfort of your living room! An online degree gives you the opportunity to interact and study with people from different countries, diverse backgrounds and cultures. This helps you expand your network and place you with better connections for jobs, around the world. An online education can help you find your community of people, no matter where you live!
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How to apply for our bachelor's programme
Want to enrol in one of our degree programmes or online bachelor's degrees? Remember! If you are a student from India, China or Vietnam – you may need an APS certificate to apply to study a bachelor’s degree in Germany, both online and on-campus. Once you know what it is and how to obtain it, you can prepare to apply for the Bachelor’s degree of your choice at IU! Here's a step-by-step of the application process.
1. Get to know us!
Get to know us and our programmes! You're on our website, and you're interested in higher education, preferably online or abroad? Our website has tons of information on who we are, what we stand for and the programmes we offer! Be sure to check out our detailed descriptions of our bachelor programmes so you have a clear picture, and then choose the one you want!
2. Choose your programme
Once you've decided on which bachelor's programme or online course you want, you can get in touch with us and request our free of charge information material. Fill in your details in the form that’s a part of any of our study programme pages, or click on the “request free information” button at the top, and you’ll get a personally generated brochure with all of the facts and figures about your studies, delivered straight to your inbox. If you need any further clarification, you could talk to our Study Advisors, visit our FAQ section or even attend one of our free webinars.
3. Apply online
Once you've got all the information and have really confirmed your choice of programme, go ahead and apply online! You can either fill out the application form with the help of our Study Advisors or you could simply click the 'Apply now' button and fill the form on your own time!
4. Sign the contract
Once your form is submitted, IU generates your personalised study contract. You can then read it, sign it digitally and upload it to your personal upload page. This contract has information on your study fees, starting date and a checklist of application documents that need to be submitted for your successful enrolment.
5. Upload your application documents
The documents you'll need to submit depend on your bachelor's degree programme of choice and you can find them either on our website or in the checklist in your contract. Upload all the documents to your personal page - we then review your documents within 5 business days. Our team will then notify you if you do not meet the admission requirements, if we need any other documents or if you've met the requirements and have been enrolled successfully!
6. Start your studies
On your study start date, you'll receive an email with all your login details to all of the systems you'll be using during your online degree:
- The IU Learn app
- myCampus, where you’ll register to courses, get updates, and have access to events
- Your student e-mail
- Your free MS Office suite, including TEAMS, where you can chat with students and tutors
And that's that! You are now on your way to being an IU graduate with a bachelor degree that can open doors to all sorts of exciting career opportunities!
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a bachelor's degree?
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A bachelor's degree or undergraduate degree is an educational qualification that you receive after you graduate from a specific programme of study. It is typically the first step of higher education that high school students can pursue once they graduate. Bachelor degrees help build a solid educational foundation in the subject of your interest, or passion, thereby making you a great candidate for a job in your field. Also, most master's degree programmes have bachelor's degrees in their entry requirements, which means you'll need one if you'd like to study further.
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How many years is a bachelor's degree program?
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Bachelor's degree programs are typically four years long. However, this often varies around the world and depends on the country, subject, the institution, method of study (whether full time or part time), whether the course is via distance learning or not and much more. In recent years, the usefulness of an online education is being more and more recognised, paving new ways to pursue an undergraduate programme - and this too has an impact on its duration.
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Can I do an online bachelor's degree?
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Yes, you can do an online bachelor's degree! AT IU, we believe that education needs to be flexible and accessible to everyone, which is why we offer online degrees in a variety of current, career-focused subjects. You also have the option of doing it 100% online, right from application all the way until graduation! Our online degrees also give you the flexibility to decide your own study schedule, so you can study on your own time.
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What is a bachelor of arts?
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A bachelor of arts degree is typically focused on subjects within humanities, social sciences or liberal arts. It is a B.A. programme and prepares you for careers in the creative, cultural field or for higher academic endeavors in the same. The other popular type of bachelor is the bachelor of science or BSc degree, which focuses on subjects within the natural sciences, engineering, technology or mathematics.
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Which bachelor's degree is best for an MBA?
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There isn't a specific degree that is universally regarded as the best for an MBA. The field of study for your bachelor's study depends on your personal interests and career goals. Most MBA graduates come from diverse educational backgrounds such as business, finance, economics, engineering, or even liberal arts! However, something you can consider is to choose a bachelor's degree that aligns with your desired MBA specialisation or the industry you wish to work in. Ultimately, the best bachelor's degree for an MBA is one that equips you with relevant skills, knowledge, and a solid foundation for your chosen MBA specialization.
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Can I do two bachelor's degrees at the same time?
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Depending on the institution, the programmes and your time schedules, it could be possible to pursue two bachelor's degrees at the same time. However, it could be challenging and time consuming, since both programmes will have deliverables such as research, assignments, projects and coursework, as well as examinations. Taking up two degree courses at the same time would require careful planning.
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What is the APS certificate in Germany?
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The APS certificate verifies the equivalence of your educational qualifications and is issued by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in collaboration with the German embassy. Without this, students from India, China and Vietnam cannot get a student visa and attend German universities. The APS certificate is required for both online and on-campus studies in Germany.