IU International University of Applied Sciences Madrid

Welcome to IU!

IU’s programmes are designed to provide a new level of flexibility so you can balance studies and work, life, or family. Rated 5 stars on QS, their online degree programmes make it possible for you to earn a German degree from anywhere in the world, full-time or part-time. With their fully integrated digital platform and innovative learning tools which incorporate AI technology such as ChatGPT and Syntea, you can tailor your learning journey to your own needs and schedule. That’s why 96% of their students recommend studying at IU.

At IU International University of Applied Sciences, you can either study 100% online from anywhere in the world or learn on campus at one of their locations in Germany. They offer full flexibility and the option of studying either full-time or part-time – whatever best suits you and your goals.

They are currently preparing over 100,000 students in various study models for a successful start to their careers. You can find an overview of more facts and figures here:

Students: 100,000+

From: over 153 countries

Degree courses: Bachelor’s, Master’s and MBA degree courses

Teaching and support staff: 600+

Accreditation and Rankings

With over 20 years of experience, all of IU’s degree programmes are accredited by the German Accreditation Council and the German Council of Science and Humanities. They are also enlisted in the European Quality Assurance Register for Higher Education (EQAR) and their programmes bear the FIBAA Seal of Excellence in Digital Education.  

This means that their courses, faculty and teaching materials meet the rigorous standards set according to European academic guidelines and they can independently accredit new programmes.

Internationally, IU has received numerous awards as well as rankings, and have set up partnerships across the globe:

- In the CHE University Ranking (2020-2022), IU achieved top ranks in six out of 25 categories – the most categories won out of over 300 institutions assessed.

- Recognised by WES Canada and U.S., which means their degrees can be converted into local equivalents in the Canadian Immigration Point System and American Immigration Assessment Scheme.

- Partnered with universities in the US, Canada, Australia and Europe to launch the Study Abroad Alliance, such as British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), UCLA Extension International College of Management Sydney (ICMS).

- A member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA) and an AACSB Educational member, the world’s largest business education alliance.