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Dual Studies

Dual Studies: Finding the ideal Practice Partner

We will find the right practice partner with you so that you can start successfully at IU International University (IU)!

secure your study place

Good reasons for IU

15.000+

Practice Partners

Find your ideal practice partner for your dual studies in our extensive network.

10+

Industries

We offer you a wide variety of industries, thanks to which your career aspirations will come true.

70%

Chances of being taken on

70% of graduates are taken on by their practice partner after graduation.

Gain practical experience

Your practice partners for dual studies

In the dual study program, you alternate between theory at the IU and practice in a company. In this way, you gain valuable work experience and your practice partner pays your tuition fees. We support you in your search for a suitable practice partner:

  • We advise you on the basis of your strengths and wishes.

  • IU application portal: complete your application, find open positions at our practice partners and register your interest directly.

  • With our tips, you can prepare your applications to companies.

You already know a company where you would like to complete your practical phases? Perfect! We will be happy to help you contact your preferred company.

Application & practice partner search

4 steps to dual studies

apply online

  • Enter your study program and personal data in your online application

  • You can also upload documents, but this is not yet a must!

  • We will then send you an email with your login data for the IU application portal

  • By the way: In the IU application portal you can also create your resume in just a few steps.

IU application portal

apply online

  • Enter your study program and personal data in your online application

  • You can also upload documents, but this is not yet a must!

  • We will then send you an email with your login data for the IU application portal

  • By the way: In the IU application portal you can also create your resume in just a few steps.

IU application portal

Find your practice partner

  • Apply to a company from our extensive network or propose a company yourself.

  • Our tipps in the IU trainings help you to prepare for your applications.

  • Your personal study advisor is available to help you with any questions or concerns you may have.

  • As soon as we have found your practice partner, we will sign the contracts with your dream company together and help you with your enrollment.

IU application portal

Start your studies

  • As soon as the contracts are signed and we have all the documents for your enrollment, your future at IU begins. 

  • Learn especially flexible, practical and personally supported by our study guides and teachers!

Start your studies

  • As soon as the contracts are signed and we have all the documents for your enrollment, your future at IU begins. 

  • Learn especially flexible, practical and personally supported by our study guides and teachers!

Tipps for the search

How to find the right practice partner

  • For your research, use job exchanges, job fairs, the area search on Google Maps and ask friends and acquaintances.

  • Get valuable advice for the design of your application documents from IU Training. You can find out more in the FAQ.

  • Get fit for the job interview: Find out all you can about the company.

  • Prepare possible questions such as “Where do you see yourself after graduation?” or “How would you describe your dream job?” and answer them for yourself so that your answers are fluent and coherent.

Take the first step

Apply now for a study place at IU International University (IU) and start looking for a practice partner with the help of your study advisor. The earlier you apply, the better your chances of securing a place with a top practice partner.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions on practice partners

Here you will find all the questions and answers about the dual study program.


Experience Reports

What our students say

Mystudium

Would you prefer to study without a practice partner?

With myStudium, you are not tied to a practice partner. You can organize your free time flexibly and work or travel on the side. You also decide for yourself whether you want to study on campus or virtually.


Find out more about myStudium

Do you still have questions?

Our free student advisory service has all the answers for you! We take the time to advise you individually and without obligation.

Offer dual studies

Become IU Practice Partner

You would like to offer our dual study program as an employer? We will find suitable candidates to meet your requirements and offer you many advantages:

  • Free recruiting of junior staff via the applicant portal

  • Independent of study location, size and industry of your company

  • Qualified applicants

  • Train specialists yourself

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