In 1998 we set out to break through the physical limits of education. Today, we are removing them completely. What’s the future of learning? With our tech-powered services, we are delivering education whenever, however, and wherever our students want to learn—tailored to their individual lives. It’s local, international, global, and always accessible.
- We were founded in 1998.
- We have over 40 campus locations.
- We offer over 250 study programmes.
- We are a state-approved & accredited university.
- We have been accredited unconditionally by the German Council of Science and humanities for ten years.
- In just over 25 years we have become Germany’s largest University.
- With 120,000+ students, we are growing almost exponentially.
- We have 4000+ employees, and we are the fastest growing employer in the German education sector.
- 97% of our students would refer us to another.
- We are the leader in the transformation of education delivery.
- We want to talk with you even if your CV or work experience isn’t a perfect fit for the position.
- We want to get to know the whole you, beyond your CV and talent.
- We want to understand your ambition and your ideal career so we can find what works for you.
- We are on a game changing mission and being positively different is what sets us apart from our competitors.
Where Innovation meets Education
We are Germany’s largest university – and not just a great place to study, but officially a Great Place to Work®!
As an edtech company, we rely on cutting-edge technology and data-driven approaches. Generative AI-systems and language assistants are already part of our daily work, helping us focus on what really matters: exciting projects.
At IU, over 4,000 people are on a mission to reinvent education. With our Education-as-a-Service (EaaS) model, we offer learning on demand – transforming both lives and economies. Whether you want to focus on one service area or contribute across the board, join us in shaping the future of education. Our product? Personalised education! Offered as online studies, dual studies, and blended formats.
Distance Learning
We continue to extend our network of campuses for those students who want the campus learning experience. Help us build the next one!
Dual Studies
Our dual study format combines theoretical and practical learning and trains talents precisely for their jobs: more than 6,000 corporate partners are part of our network. Help us to further scale this!
myStudium
For students who want to enjoy the benefits of distance learning while having the opportunity to study at one of our campuses in Germany. Help us advance this further.
AI that empowers people, not replaces them
At IU we see Artificial Intelligence as a way to amplify human potential. From personalised learning for our students to smarter workflows for our employees, AI helps us focus on what truly matters: people. Curious how we use technology to shape the future of education and work? Hit play and let our Avatar Elena explain.