Distance learning in old age

Distance learning for seniors

Retired people are fitter than ever these days – both physically and mentally. Just put your feet up and do the crossword puzzle? For many, that is out of the question! That is because now, you're at the best age to tackle all the things that you didn't have time for before, alongside your job and family: for example, your dream of going to university!

Why it pays to study in old age

Mental training

By studying, you train your mental fitness by dealing with complex topics and tasks.

Broadening horizons

You acquire knowledge and skills in subject areas that have always interested you.

New challenges

With your studies, you are always on the move, making new contacts and facing exciting challenges.

Your advantages when studying online

Study without a university entrance qualification

You can also complete your online study programme without a university entrance qualification, e.g. with a completed apprenticeship and subsequent work experience.

Flexible time management

In your distance learning, you study when and how you want. This leaves you time for voluntary work, part-time jobs or your family.

Location-independent

Mobile or from the comfort of your own home: Your distance learning are always where you are. You can even take your exams online!
You want to try us out? Go for it!

We give you time to check at your leisure whether the IU online study programme is right for you: That's why we offer you the chance to try out our entire range of study programmes for four weeks, free of charge and without obligation.

Simply register online for your desired study programme.

Make sure you are well-advised on your studies in old age

Do you have questions about the right study programme for you or financing it with a small pension? For these and other concerns, advice centres, as well as further websites are available on the internet. Here you will find an overview of various advice services so that you are well informed on all topics related to your studies in old age.

We are here for you

Do you need help with your decision? Your personal study advisor is happy to help you!

We will support you

Our student advisory service will help you if you have questions about your choice of degree program, the right time model or your financing options, for example.

Just give us a call*Available Monday–Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. CET, Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CET

+49 30 311 988 00

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You'll find all of the important information about your study programme and IU International University of Applied Sciences in your personal brochure.

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  • Information on study content & electives

  • Career prospects

  • Information on financing options

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