

Bachelor-Distance Learning Applied Artificial Intelligence
Become an expert in Applied Artificial Intelligence and take on challenges that were unsolvable not so long ago!
Start your online study programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence now
It’s embedded in chatbots, digital assistants, or self-driving cars: angewandte künstliche intelligenz leads to innovative products and services and has achieved spectacular success in business and science. the distance learning programme „angewandte künstliche intelligenz“ offers you a unique combination of methodological foundations and modules for a wide range of applications. in addition to essential fundamentals and core competencies in artificial intelligence, you’ll also acquire general methodological skills. the focus of your bachelor's degree will be on programming, mathematics, statistics, language and image processing, machine learning, robotics, UI/UX, and software development. furthermore, you will dive deeper into future technologies and infrastructure, as well as ethics, data protection, and data security.
Study flexible
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Your study programme summed up
This programme is still in the process of accreditation. We are expecting Ministry approval at the very latest by the start of the study programme. So far, all IU programmes have been accredited and approved successfully on time.
Study programme & degree
B.Sc., 180 ECTS credits
Language: en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Application & starting date
Start from today, Online application, no application deadline
Study duration & extension
Locations
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant Syntea, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Study fees
Starting at 259€/month, depending on model
Current discount campaign
Recognition & Approval
Study program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 180 ECTS - EN: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 1129722c
Apply now and start your studies within a few hours – or choose any starting date that suits you. You can try us out for 1 month without commitment. We only charge you for this month if you continue with us.
Your courses for the Bachelor's in Applied Artificial Intelligence
mathematics and statistics, machine learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning are fundamental elements of your studies. additionally, you’ll explore methods in language and image processing, cloud computing, and software engineering. this ensures that you’re well-equipped to apply your technical expertise across all fields of angewandte künstliche intelligenz successfully. in your elective area, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your personal interests and build specific knowledge for targeted career paths – for example, in areas such as robotics and AI, AI in XR, cloud AI, ethical AI, or AI for data analytics.
elective areas: in elective areas a, b, and c, you select two modules each. for elective area d, you’ll decide at the beginning whether to take an internship with a company or complete modules from elective area d. the internship concludes with a practical reflection. if you opt for the modules from elective area d, all modules in this area must be completed. a mix between an internship and elective area d is not possible.

Career boost: your optional internship within the distance learning programme
Looking for flexible studies with a strong practical focus? no problem: at IU, you have the chance to deepen your knowledge with an integrated internship in your degree programme’s field (worth 30 ECTS credits). alternatively, you can build your expertise in practically oriented modules (also 30 ECTS credits). simply decide in your first semester which practical option suits you and your goals best. if you already have professional experience or gain it during your studies, you may be able to have this recognised under certain conditions – saving you both time and money.
Your professional future as an AI expert
AI experts enjoy excellent career prospects across industries, with lucrative opportunities for advancement as angewandte künstliche intelligenz is set to transform all industrial sectors sustainably. thanks to the broad foundation of your undergraduate studies, you’ll be equipped to work in any role requiring angewandte künstliche intelligenz expertise. the elective modules further allow you to specialise in chosen areas, such as robotics and AI, AI in XR, cloud AI, ethical AI, or AI for data analytics. after graduation, you could work as one of the following:

Study model and prices for the online Bachelor's study programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Depending on your personal or professional situation, full-time study is not always easy to manage. That is why we have also developed part-time programmes for all our degrees, which offer flexible and longer study periods. This way, you can study alongside your job or during your time off, whether at home or abroad. The content of the different models is identical. Depending on the study model, we will adjust your tuition fees accordingly. With the part-time variants, your weekly study workload is reduced.
Can't finish your degree in the allotted time? No problem! We will develop the right study model for everyone. If you realise that you need more time, you can easily switch to another study model with three months’ notice before the end of the month. These are our different study models:
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All our study programmes include the following services
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Recognition of prior achievements
Do you have training or further education, professional experience or have you already studied? Then have your previous achievements recognized for distance learning! This will save you time and tuition fees - namely 30 euros per recognized ECTS point.

Save time & money: We value your prior achievements
Have you completed vocational training or further education? Then have these achievements recognised for your degree: use this tool to calculate which course of study will get you to graduation on the fast track and reduce your tuition fees.
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Do you need support with your application for recognition? We have summarized all the important information for you in our guide to recognition.

Shortening your period of study: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!
Save on tuition fees: You’ll save €30 for every recognised ECTS point
Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our online recognition form.
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Admission requirements
We make it possible: At IU International University you can start your desired study program - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!
Apply now and start your studies within a few hours – or choose any starting date that suits you. You can try us out for 1 month without commitment. We only charge you for this month if you continue with us.
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