Master-Distance Learning Artificial Intelligence

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60 or 120 ECTS English
Distance Learning

Start your online master’s programme in Artifical Intelligence today

Sweeping change is imminent. Why? Machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming more and more sophisticated. Many decisions in the business world are already being supported or made by artificial intelligences. While we do not yet have generalised AI, specific AI has been very successful, e. g. in medicine or product management. With a master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, you can even enter into civil service. 

You can complete your studies as a 60 ECTS programme or 120 ECTS programme.

Summary Your study programme summed up
  • Study programme & degree
    Master of Science (M.Sc.) 60 or 120 ECTS
    English
    Full-time or part-time
  • Application & starting date
    Start immediately or anytime
    Online application, no application deadlines
  • Study duration & extension
    12-48 months, depending on model
    Extension possible free of charge
  • Locations
    Study programme independent of time & place
    No mandatory attendance
    Innovative study tools available on online-campus & in the IU Learn App
    Exams online or at nearest examination centre
  • Study fees
    Starting at 329€/month, depending on model
    Regular discount campaigns
  • Recognition & Approval
    The IU International University of applied sciences is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned
Free trial? Let’s go! You can try out your study programme for four weeks – no commitment. The fees for this period only apply if you decide to continue your studies with us.

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Study Programs

Master’s in Artificial Intelligence: your study programmes

Admission requirements for the 120 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree 
  • Proof of at least one year of qualified work experience when starting the study programme (must be acquired after completing the undergraduate degree.) 
  • Proof of your English-language skills  

Your benefit: Invest a little more time and expand your knowledge on the basis of your bachelor’s degree. 


Admission requirements for the 60 ECTS programme: 

  • Completed undergraduate degree amounting to at least 240 ECTS 
  • Proof of completion of the courses “Advanced Mathematics” and “Programming with Python” or comparable prior knowledge. You can take these courses at IU free of charge before starting your studies. 
  • Proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme (Must be acquired after completing the undergraduate degree.) 
  • 240 ECTS from undergraduate degree: direct access possible with proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme (Must be acquired after completing the undergraduate degree.) 
  • 210 ECTS from undergraduate degree: direct access possible when completing courses amounting to 30 ECTS to bridge the missing ECTS points or alternatively with proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme. 
  • 180 ECTS from undergraduate degree: completion of courses amounting to 30 ECTS and proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience OR proof of at least two years of professional experience when starting the study programme. 
  • Proof of your English-language skills 

Your benefit: Build on your professional experience and fast-track your master’s degree.

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100% your way

Take your IU study programme with you – no matter whether you’re on your way to work or traveling the world. You even get to choose whether you want to take your exams online or on site.

Innovative

The online campus and our study app IU Learn are innovative smart tools for every learning style. You study according to your individual needs.

Personalised
Your electives allow you to focus on those areas that best fit your goals. You prepare for the career you want with the subjects you care about.

Free trial? Let’s go! You can try out your study programme for four weeks – no commitment. The fees for this period only apply if you decide to continue your studies with us.

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Advantages

Your advantages in IU Distance Learning

Your degree brings with it many career advantages, such as the chance of a salary increase, more attractive tasks or career advancement. In addition, you will develop personally! We make sure that you can integrate your studies as flexibly as possible into your daily work and family life.
Salary increase
After graduating, you can benefit from a salary increase of up to 25%.
Professional development
This study programme is ideal for your professional development.
Career boost
We offer you many unique modules you can focus on – to prepare for the career of your choice!

Master’s in Artificial Intelligence: your electives

Your master’s in Artificial Intelligence is as practice-oriented as possible. In the 60 ECTS programme, you choose one of the electives Computer Vision and NLP, Advanced Robotics 4.0 or Applied Autonomous Driving. In the 120 ECTS programme, you get to choose two from 14 electives to prepare for your career. Your options include modules such as UI/UX Expert, AI Specialist or Innovate and Change. 

Free trial? Let’s go! You can try out your study programme for four weeks – no commitment. The fees for this period only apply if you decide to continue your studies with us.

Simply register online for your desired programme.
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Careers

Your professional future

Senior AI Scientist

As an expert, you control the design and development of AI-based systems such as intelligent assistance systems or automated decision-making systems. You are also a mentor to juniors, manage a team and make important decisions. 

Why IU is the best choice
  • Personalised & flexible

    You get to study whenever, however and wherever you want – thanks to our digital campus, flexible full- and part-time models and exams you can sit online at any time. You even decide when to start your studies! 

  • State-approved & award-winning

    Our study programmes are state-approved and multi-award-winning. That makes us and our students happy – according to Fernstudiencheck.de, they are 96% likely to recommend us. 

  • Here for you – personally

    Get the support you need: via our online campus, you can participate in live sessions, chat with fellow students or benefit from our study and career coaching. 

  • Practically oriented

    Thanks to our wide selection of practically oriented specialisations, you can create your own profile and develop skills for the career you’re dreaming of.