In the words of the university:

The German International University (GIU) is a state-recognized university in Berlin, Germany, that strives for excellence in research and teaching as well as in integration of both. GIU offers accredited study programs in various fields in order to qualify students, especially in the technical sciences, for academic careers and/or to meet the demands of German, European and international employers.

GIU promotes cultural cooperation through German education, cultural offers, intercultural events, and other activities accompanying the study. GIU contributes to greater exchange, knowledge, and understanding between Germany and other countries and enriches Berlin's cosmopolitan cultural offerings.