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With a distance learning Master’s degree, you deepen your expertise and develop your skills in a targeted way. Discover suitable programmes by subject area, language and ECTS.
At IU you will find distance learning Master’s degrees in areas such as business and management, IT and technology, education and psychology, health and social care, and HR and law. Use the filters on this page to narrow the selection by subject area, ECTS credits and language.
Yes. You can study for your Master’s degree online and access learning materials, courses and services via the digital campus. You can sit your exams online or at an examination centre — the choice is yours.
A distance learning Master’s degree combines digital learning with flexible time models. You organise your study phases around your daily routine and deepen your knowledge through application-oriented assignments, projects and case studies.
When making your choice, consider your academic goals, the number of ECTS credits you want, the language of instruction and the time commitment involved. Our student advisory service will help you find a Master’s degree that matches your previous qualification and your career goals.
As a rule, you need a first university degree. Depending on the programme, relevant subject knowledge or professional experience may also be required. Under certain conditions, a [Master's degree without a Bachelor's](https://www.iu-fernstudium.de/en/about/master-ohne-bachelor/) is also possible. You will find the specific requirements on each programme page.