IU Pathway Programme

Gain the skills you need for direct entry into a degree programme at IU

Have a university entrance qualification from your home country but don't quite meet our bachelor's programme requirements? If you want to learn on campus in Germany, the IU Pathway Programme can help you get started. We'll help you bridge the gap in your academic achievements while providing a seamless transition into life in Germany.

There's no reason to put your dreams on hold - kickstart your journey with the IU Pathway Programme today!

IU Pathway Programme summed up

Duration

12 months (2 semesters)

Study start

April or October*

Study model

Full time

Study language

English

Location

On campus: Bad Honnef or Berlin***

Tuition fees

From €5890**

*Pathway intakes correspond to the intake dates of the degree programme with campus learning chosen by the student.

**Not including the one-time campus registration fee or transportation ticket, per semester (Deutschlandsemesterticket).

***The last Bad Honnef intake is October 2024 and the first Berlin intake is April 2025.

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Your pathway to an education and future in Germany

The IU Pathway Programme is a one-year bridging course which will help you gain the competencies you need to enrol in your desired degree programme with on-campus learning at IU. The course is designed to help you:

Develop communication skills in academic and business English
Build a solid foundation in economics and business application of maths
Get a head start in your future career with German language skills
Integrate seamlessly in Germany with understanding of its history and culture

Once you’ve completed the Pathway Programme, you will be able to start your desired bachelor’s degree programme in our on-site learning model at IU.

Maximise your learning

Benefit from supervised assignments, peer support and group work, as well as 24/7 accessible online study materials.

Experience campus life

Meet fellow students from 100+ countries, join student societies and clubs, and participate in events on campus.

Get full support, always

Have 1-on-1 discussions with your personal or programme tutors and receive support if you face difficulties.

Passed the TestAS? Skip ahead and start in the second semester.

The IU Pathway Programme typically spans two semesters within one year. However, if you have a passing score on the TestAS*, you can skip the first semester and start directly in the second semester, saving you both time and money.

*Please note that TestAS is an external proficiency test not associated with IU and must be organised independently by you. We accept all passing results of the TestAS core test, regardless of the subject module.

Berlin

Our campus is in the centre of Berlin and has everything you need for your studies. Have face-to-face lectures in our classrooms, study in our library, and find a quiet spot to concentrate on learning.

State-of-the-art study rooms with presentation media
Free Wi-Fi throughout the campus area
In-house library with places for online research

Discover Berlin Campus

Bad Honnef

At our Bad Honnef campus, you study on the grounds of the historical St. Anno Park at the very centre of a picturesque German town. We offer everything you need for your studies and your wellbeing:

Beautiful, picturesque and historic campus
State-of-the-art seminar rooms
Library and places for online research
Student apartment halls
Many places to relax, eat, and study

Discover Bad Honnef Campus

FAQs

Am I eligible for the IU Pathway Programme?: You will need to have at least a non-direct university entrance qualification (which will be checked by our team via Anabin) to be eligible for the Pathway Programme.
In addition, unless:
English is your native language*
Or you have graduated from an English-speaking school
Or you have already completed your Bachelor’s degree taught in English
you will also need to provide a B1 English language certificate from one of the following accepted tests:
TOEFL (at least 60 points)
IELTS (at least 5.0 points)
Duolingo English test (at least 85 points)
Cambridge certificate (at least C grade overall)
*For a list of countries whose nationals are exempt from providing proof of English proficiency, please click here.
Please note: Proof of English proficiency must be submitted before the start of your studies and must be no older than five years.
Can I enrol in the IU Pathway Programme online?: No, the Pathway Programme is only available to students enrolled in our bachelor's degree programmes with on-campus learning in Berlin or Bad Honnef. For online students, we offer the opportunity to earn a Cambridge A-Levels qualification through the High School Diploma Study Pathway.
With our on-site learning model, you get the unique opportunity to combine online studies with in-person learning – you can enjoy campus life in Germany, study closely with your peers, and talk to your tutors up close and personal.
Is the IU Pathway Programme valid elsewhere?: No, the IU Pathway Programme is a non-official bridging course solely designed to prepare you for our bachelor’s degree programme with on-campus learning at IU.