IU International University of Applied Sciences
Berlin, Germany · Private university
About IU International University of Applied Sciences
IU International University of Applied Sciences is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences in Germany, founded in 1998 and based in Erfurt. It is accredited by the German Science and Humanities Council (Wissenschaftsrat), and its programmes are accredited by FIBAA.
With more than 130,000 students, IU is the largest university in Germany by enrolment. It offers over 250 bachelor's, master's and MBA programmes in German and English, mostly in business, IT, data science, engineering management, health and tourism.
- Founded
- 1998
- Type
- Private, state-recognised
- Students
- 130,000+ (2025)
- Locations
- 37 campuses in Germany + online
- Teaching language
- English and German
All courses at IU International University of Applied Sciences (45)
Undergraduate (45)
Location: Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany
IU teaches at more than 35 campus locations across Germany. The courses listed here are on campus in Berlin, Germany's capital and largest city, which has a large international community and many part-time jobs for students.
Since 2024–25, IU no longer offers its fully online degrees to most international applicants outside Germany, Austria and Switzerland, so international students usually study on campus.
For international students
IU accepts students from Pakistan for English-taught bachelor's and master's programmes, with several intakes a year. As a private university IU charges tuition fees, and it often offers scholarships that reduce the fee. For the German student visa you need your admission letter, proof of funds (usually a blocked account) and health insurance.
Frequently asked questions
Is IU a recognised university in Germany?
Yes. IU is state-recognised and institutionally accredited by the German Science and Humanities Council.
Is IU public or private?
IU is a private university, so it charges tuition fees, unlike most public German universities.
Can I study at IU online from Pakistan?
Since 2024–25, IU no longer offers fully online degrees to most international applicants outside the DACH region. Most Pakistani students study on campus in Germany.
Can Pakistani students apply to IU?
Yes. Contact us on WhatsApp and we will help with the application and visa documents.
Sources: iu.org, en.wikipedia.org