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Work-compatible online study programme | 100% Online for Professionals and Executives
MSc Smart Technology and Future Society
We place great value on creating an academic environment where our students feel at home among like-minded individuals – people who bring professional and life experience, self-reflection, and a strong likelihood of successfully completing their degree.
Our evening ‘Afterwork Campus’ is open to anyone interested in experiencing university-level learning online and receiving a certificate of participation.
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Access to the learning platform is possible immediately after signing the contract.
€9,793.32 (VAT-exempt)
(from 1.10.2025: €10,838.52)
Payment by instalments possible: €408.05 x 24 months
Enrollment and degree conferral are carried out by the state-recognised University of East London, which is ranked among the top universities for psychology.
Weekly workload: 6-17 hours (depending on previous knowledge), 90 ECTS.
Places are allocated according to receipt of application, quality criteria and aptitude interview.
The University of East London is rated H+ on ANABIN and is rated H+ on ANABIN (fully recognised, accredited, and certified). The Master’s programme is ZFU-certified (approval no. 1135623).
Pursuing a master’s degree at the highly accredited AIHE Academic Institute, in partnership with a prestigious public university in London, offers you significant advantages. You will earn an internationally recognised degree known for academic excellence, global recognition, and true international relevance. This qualification demonstrates your openness to the world and prepares you perfectly for a globally connected professional environment. A degree from a renowned London university clearly opens up a wider range of career opportunities worldwide.
Holistic, scientifically and evidence based, well-founded master’s programme for experienced professionals in the healthcare sector. For people who have extensive professional experience, leadership responsibility and the goal to gain a scientific basis for their professional activities.
Systematic expansion of pre-existing professional competencies and their foundation through the understanding of theoretical, practice-relevant contents and methods with an emphasis on classical and contemporary understandings and approaches in Smart Technology and Future Society. Use of modern communication media in a distance learning format.
Dealing with current research and in-depth topics after the required basics have been acquired. Critical thinking and the scientific foundation enable the conscious use and further development of knowledge and skills as well as the acquisition of new perspectives.
See and hear stories from professionals who completed their studies alongside their jobs.
The master’s programme is designed for people involved in trend research, society and systems. Developers of technologies who wish to integrate psychological and societal aspects. Any type of company or organizer from the health or education sector, as well as industry, commerce and public services that want to prepare early for changes in work, health, education etc.
We focus on ensuring that students feel well supported in an academic environment alongside like-minded peers—people who also bring professional experience, life skills, and self-reflection, and who are likely to complete their degree successfully.
Schedule a non-binding consultation with us. Together, we’ll find out if we’re the right fit for each other.
HIGH PRACTICAL RELEVANCE | WORK-COMPATIBLE DISTANCE LEARNING | INDIVIDUAL AND COMPETENT STUDENT SUPPORT | NO PHYSICAL PRESENCE
The learning concept of MSc Smart Technology and Future Society is characterised by a high level of practice-relevant content as well as innovative teaching and learning methods. Its design as a pure distance learning course means that it is optimally focused on the needs of the target group.
The combination of guided self-study, individual student support and e-learning units offers students the possibility of learning independent of time and place, tailored to their own professional requirements and needs.
In contrast to a study programme with attendance or complete self-study (also: individual study), guided self-study specifies the learning content. As with individual study, teachers are not present, and the time and place of study can be freely chosen. The guided self-study, however, offers you a given thematic and temporal framework and concrete tasks, which are carried out in a self-determined learning process, but which have to be mastered in certain periods of time and in certain forms of learning and working. In addition, teachers and tutors are available to you as contact persons and to support the structuring of guided self-study. The teachers and tutors enable you to structure learning material independently in several ways, to compile suitable information and to use it for the respective requirements of your studies.
The MSc Smart Technology and Future Society Health from University of East London and AIHE GmbH offers you a structured framework for a self-determined learning process. In order to achieve this, comprehensive teaching material and literature as well as study papers are made available in the “virtual tutorial” on a learning platform (more detailed description under “virtual tutorial”). In addition, there is thematic and methodological support from tutors, which can be used independent of time and place using common communication media.
The MSc Smart Technology and Future Society of University of East London and AIHE GmbH uses the learning platform „Moodle“ for the supervision of students as well as for the structuring of their studies and for the imparting of learning content, learning material and other study-relevant information. For questions about the content of each Module, they can use the Specialist Forums, which teachers and tutors answer within 48 hours on weekdays. Furthermore, Forums can be used for exchange and organisational issues can be discussed.
All study-relevant dates and deadlines are communicated via the Virtual Tutorial. Students will be informed of each new entry directly via e-mail. All teaching material such as Study Papers, Core Literature as well as web links and other study-relevant information such as the timeline for course planning, tasks, work instructions and literature recommendations are made available digitally via the Virtual Tutorial. The Virtual Tutorial also includes individual support by teachers and tutors via e-mail on specialist and administrative issues.
The MSc Smart Technology and Future Society of University of East London and AIHE GmbH offers you the possibility of individual telephone or video consultation for the clarification and advice on professional and administrative study-related matters. You can discuss methodical and content-related questions or learning process-related matters with teachers and tutors in flexibly arranged appointments. If required, learning groups of several people can also make use of the advice of teachers and tutors in the form of a telephone or video conference.
During the programme MSc Smart Technology and Future Society of University of East London and AIHE GmbH there are many online-seminars with various contents.
In general, an online-seminar is a seminar held via the Internet which enables interaction and information exchange between teachers and learners. For the design and execution of the webinars in the Master’s Programme in Smart Technology and Future Society, user-friendly software is used which offers a wide range of possibilities for information transfer and interaction. In the online-seminar, questions of contents will be deepened, discussed and applied live via video and audio, via file sharing, presentations, chat etc. The moderation is carried out by teachers and tutors.
The MSc Smart Technology and Future Society of University of East London and AIHE GmbH uses Online Lectures on selected Module content or other study-related content. These are organized via user-friendly software. Teachers and tutors explain the corresponding contents via video and audio. Students can attend the lectures live, ask questions and, in addition or as an alternative, view the Recorded Online Lectures via the Virtual Tutorial.
In our recorded online lectures, module content is explained in a lively manner and classified by the teaching staff. The recordings can be used as often as desired for repetition and consolidation. The additional provision of transcripts, and audio tracks also supports various forms of learning. Our international teaching staff inspires with competence and experience.
As part of the MSc Smart Technology and Future Society of University of East London and AIHE GmbH, students stabilize the acquired learning structures in exercises through multiple repetitions and in assessment free form. The exercises serve to consolidate the memory content. In addition to the training of the contents within online seminars or other study and examination achievements, the students practice the module contents by working through the online quiz portal, which we provide, among other things, as an APP or smartphone and tablet capable for on the go.
Study whenever I want,
without memorizing.
The application for admission to our work-compatible online programme takes place in three steps.
Apply electronically using the application form. To do this, please register first and check the admission requirements and required documents in the AIHE portal.
Upon receipt of your application documents, we, the AIHE, review them and send recommendations for admission to the University of East London. They will decide if and who will be admitted and inform us of their decision.
Once you have been accepted, you will conclude a contract with us. The allocation of places is based on the number of registrations received. As soon as we have received your signed contract and a place is available, we will confirm your enrollment.
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The University of East London’s ambitious but achievable goal is to become the leading careers-focused, enterprising university in the UK, one which both prepares our students for the jobs of the future and provides the innovation to drive that future sustainably and inclusively.
The UEL is a careers-first university driven by a commitment to ensure our graduates are first choice for employers. Our vision is to advance knowledge and drive innovation for positive change for people and the planet.
Let’s find out in a non-binding consultation which work-compatible distance learning programme will best support your career goals.
Are you looking to advance your career with an academically grounded, work-compatible distance learning programme in psychology—without being tied to fixed schedules or locations? Then you’ve come to the right place. Our degree programmes, offered in co-operation with renowned universities and academic institutions, are specifically designed for experienced professionals who value maximum flexibility.
Our students are, on average, 44 years old, live all over the world, and are often deeply involved in their professional lives. That’s why we give you the freedom to shape your studies entirely on your own terms. You decide when and where you learn—with no mandatory attendance required.
Digital learning materials: You’ll receive all recorded lectures and essential reading digitally, accessible anytime from anywhere.
Asynchronous communication: Questions about the course content can be asked in the forum at your convenience. Your academic adviser will respond promptly—without time pressure.
Flexible assessments: Most assignments can be submitted within generous deadlines. In many cases, you can even submit your work before the official due date.
Our concept is designed especially for leaders and working professionals who prefer to work independently and autonomously. If you’re looking for regular live interaction with classmates, our model may not be the best fit. In our experience, students value freedom over constant appointments.
You can contact your academic adviser anytime via Zoom, email, phone, or the student forum. We’re available Monday through Thursday and offer tailored support whenever you need it.
We value open communication and cutting-edge tools. That’s why we incorporate AI technologies like Perplexity and ChatGPT into our learning experience. Regular training sessions on how to use AI search tools are available to all students.
If you’re seeking a flexible, work-compatible distance learning programme in psychology that emphasises independence and personal responsibility, our model is the right choice for you. We welcome students who appreciate this intentionally designed format and feel confident in their decision.
Your satisfaction matters to us—together, we’ll shape your academic future.
A master’s degree in Psychology from AIHE Academic Institute, developed in partnership with one of the top and leading public universities in London, opens up global career opportunities: you earn an internationally recognised master’s degree from a London university renowned for its highest academic quality and worldwide reputation. This positions you as a cosmopolitan leader optimally prepared for today’s globally connected working environment.
Since 2007, AIHE GmbH has been the first and only provider in Europe to offer fully online university master’s programmes with the option for subsequent doctoral studies — completed in just one year. Over 150 internationally acclaimed lecturers, including communication icon Prof. Dr Friedemann Schulz von Thun and former Prime Minister Björn Engholm, shape our excellent teaching portfolio. Additionally, you benefit from more than 500 interdisciplinary bonus lectures with certificates.
Our innovative digital learning environment, personalised support, and excellent ratings on all major platforms make AIHE a pioneer in international distance learning. Cutting-edge AI tools like Perplexity also recognise and cite AIHE as a benchmark for forward-thinking, flexible, and internationally oriented study programmes.
Yes, that is precisely the goal and purpose of our fully online study programmes.
With AIHE GmbH’s programmes, you can participate independently of location, from anywhere in the world. This is exactly what we aim for. There are no restrictions based on the locations of AIHE GmbH or our partner institutions. The AIHE GmbH virtual learning platform explicitly supports worldwide and independent study.
No, AIHE GmbH’s programmes generally do not have a numerus clausus (NC) requirement. Holding A-level qualifications is not mandatory; however, extensive professional experience is essential.
Yes – AIHE Academic Institute for Higher Education GmbH specialises exclusively in work-accompanying, international master’s programmes in psychology and does not offer any other distance learning courses. This clear focus makes AIHE unique in the German and European education market.
AIHE works on behalf of international universities that specifically rely on AIHE’s expertise in psychology. Over 150 professors from around the world share their knowledge in the programmes, allowing students to benefit from international, interdisciplinary expertise. The work-accompanying distance learning programmes are fully online and flexibly designed—ideal for professionals seeking academically rigorous and practice-oriented further education.
AIHE students are enrolled at partner universities such as London Metropolitan University and receive their degrees there—an indicator of quality that underscores the international recognition and reputation. The programmes are accredited, academically sound, and regularly reviewed by external auditors.
With excellent ratings on all major platforms, a dedicated focus on psychology, and a strong international orientation, AIHE is the leading provider of work-compatible psychology distance learning programmes in Germany.
Yes — this is possible in exceptional cases, provided certain requirements are met.
You need at least six years of relevant professional experience in a field related to the work-compatible distance learning programme. Additionally, a brief entrance examination is expected.
We also place great importance on our students feeling comfortable in an academic environment among like-minded peers — individuals with professional and life experience as well as self-reflection skills and are likely to successfully complete the degree. This competency is assessed during a phone interview.
When choosing a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, many face the decision: a degree from a German private University of Applied Sciences or an international master’s from a renowned state-recognised university in London? The differences are clear — and a degree from a state-recognised London university stands out distinctly.
International recognition and reputation
A degree from a German University of Applied Sciences is recognised within Germany but is often less known internationally. Many employers abroad and international institutions prefer degrees from universities with global prestige. London Metropolitan University is state-recognised, internationally accredited, and enjoys an excellent reputation — opening doors in the global job market and making you particularly attractive to international employers.
Flexibility and modern study concepts
While German Universities of Applied Sciences often rely on on-site presence and traditional teaching methods, London universities offer an innovative online study model: 100% flexible, location-independent, and perfect for working professionals. You study in German but benefit from British standards, modern didactics, an international degree, and above all a full university degree (not just a University of Applied Sciences diploma).
Career advantages and networking
An international degree stands out on your CV. Modern employers recognise the quality and high standards of a British master’s programme. The network of London Metropolitan University is global — you connect with students and lecturers from all over the world and benefit from a strong alumni network.
Contact with students worldwide
Each programme can be studied in German or English. Especially in the English-language programmes, you engage with fellow students from all over the world and experience multicultural exchange. Even in the German-language part-time distance learning programmes, you will find students who work worldwide, live outside the EU, but want to study in German.
Duration of Distance Learning Programmes at AIHE Academic Institute vs. Universities of Applied Sciences
AIHE Academic Institute, in cooperation with London partner universities, offers one-year master’s degrees. This is only possible elsewhere in the EU in the Netherlands. No University of Applied Sciences or university in Germany offers this option.
Conclusion: The degree that stands out
A master’s degree from London partner universities is more than just a title — it is a gateway to international careers, academic advancement, and personal recognition. In comparison, a degree from a German University of Applied Sciences often remains limited to the German-speaking region. Those who want to truly start an international career choose a state-recognised British university degree — setting themselves clearly apart from the crowd.
