iba | University of Cooperative Education: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

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iba

The iba | University of Cooperative Education, established in 2006, is Germany's largest state-recognized private university of cooperative education. With campuses in cities including Berlin, Bochum, Darmstadt, Erfurt, Hamburg, Heidelberg, Kassel, Cologne, Leipzig, Munich, and Nuremberg, iba offers dual work-study bachelor's programs that integrate academic learning with practical experience. Students typically spend part of the week attending classes and the remainder working at partner companies, gaining valuable industry experience alongside their studies. This model ensures graduates are well-prepared for the job market, with a significant number receiving job offers from their training companies upon graduation.

Type

(private (state-approved))

of international students

No data provided

No. of students

3,500

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at iba | University of Cooperative Education

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).