M.Sc in Information Technology is a postgraduate course in computer science. The duration of the course is 2 years. The students of this course will gain adequate skills to perform well in areas of software programming, and networking. Different aspects of application software, object oriented programming concepts, etc are covered under the course. Students are exposed to areas of database management, digital communication concepts, etc. The course curriculum covers theoretical as well as practical sessions in C++ programming, java programming, C Sharp programming, etc. Upon completion of the course, the participants will gain practical expertise to perform well in IT/ITES sector.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Science in Information Technology

The main advantage of the course is in its career prospects. One can find various career opportunities in the wide field of information technology. The candidate has the option to get in to master’s courses in engineering after completion of this course (through GATE exam). They can also pursue higher-level courses like M.Phil, Ph.D, etc. in the related area.

Eligibility required for Master of Science in Information Technology

Those candidates who have completed their bachelor degree (in Information Technology or Computer Science or related subjects) from any reputed educational institutions are eligible to apply for this course. The candidate must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as main subjects in the qualifying degree. The candidate should possess minimum 50% marks in the qualifying examination. Admission to the course is done on the basis of the marks obtained in graduation. Certain Universities carry out written examination and interview for the selection purpose.

Admission Procedure of Master of Science in Information Technology

The admission details regarding the course will be issued in the beginning of each academic year. The candidates should visit the official website of the institution offering the course to collect such details. It will also be available in the website of the concerned University. The candidate can apply for the course through online or offline method. The application forms downloaded must be filled and submitted to the destination before final date (in postal method). The candidate can apply through official website in online application method.

Colleges offering Master of Science in Information Technology

• A.V.C. College of Engineering
• Adaikala Matha College
• Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science
• Adhiyamaan College of Engineering
• AISECT University
• Alpha Arts and Science College
• Anna University: College of Engineering
• Annai College of Arts and Science
• Aquinas College of Education
• Arignar Anna College of Arts and Science
• B.I.S. Institute of Sciences and Technology
• Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
• Bharath College of Science and Management
• Bishamber Sahai Degree College
• Brainware School of Information Technology (BSIT)
• Cauveri College for Women
• Chettinad College of Arts and Science
• Chidambaram Pillai College for Women
• Christhu Raj College (Co-Education)
• D.G. (Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss) Vaishnav College
• Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan College of Arts and Science for Women
• Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University
• Dr. C.V. Raman University of Science, Technology, Commerce and Management
• Dr. G R Damodaran College of Science
• Dr. Harisingh Gour University
• Dr. M.G.R. Janaki College of Arts and Science for Women
• Dr. RK Shanmugam College of Arts and Science
• Dr. Virambhai R. Godhaniya College of Arts, Commerce, Home Science and Information Technology
• Dronas College of Management and Technical Education (D.C.M.T.E)
• Guru Ghasidas University
• Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa College for Women
• Guru Shri Shanti Jain College for Women
• Hemachandracharya North Gujarat University: Department of Computer Science
• H. North Gujarat University
• Hindustan College of Arts and Science
• Indo American College
• Institute of Business Management and Technology
• Jamal Mohamed College
• Jaya College of Arts and Science
• Jayagovind Harigopal Agarwal Agarsen College
• K.S. Rangasamy College of Technology
• Karnataka State Open University
• Karpagam College of Engineering
• KCG College of Technology
• Kongu Engineering College
• Kumararani Meena Muthiah College of Arts and Science
• M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women
• Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University
• Maharaja Ranjeet Singh College of Professional Science
• Mailam Engineering College
• Makhanlal Chaturvedi Rashtriya Patrakarita Vishwavidyalaya
• Mar Gregorios Arts and Science College
• Meenakshi College for Women
• Meenakshi Ramasamy Arts and Science College
• Microtek College of Management and Technology (M.C.M.T)
• Modern Institute of Management College
• Mohamed Sathak A.J. College of Arts and Science
• N.E.E.D. Institute of Technology and Management (N.I.T.M)
• Noorul Islam College of Engineering
• Pachaiyappas College of Arts and Science
• Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Science and Technology
• Poonga College of Arts and Science
• PSGR Krishnammal College for Women
• S.A. Engineering College
• School of Information Technology, Delhi
• S.N.M.V. (Shri Nehru Maha Vidyalaya) College of Arts and Science
• S.S.M. College of Engineering
• Shri Rawatpura sarkar International University
• Shrimathi Devkunvar Nanalal Bhatt (SDNB) Vaishnav College for Women
• Siena College of Professional Studies
• Sree Sastha Institute of Engineering and Technology
• Sri Akilandeswari Women’s College
• Sri Krishna Arts and Science College
• Sri Sairam Engineering College
• Srinivas College of P.G Management Studies
• Srinivasan College of Arts and Science
• Sriram College of Arts and Science
• St. Teresas College
• Stella Maris College
• T S Narayanaswami College of Arts and Science
• The New College
• Thiruthangal Nadar College
• University Department of Information Technology (UDIT): University of Mumbai
• University of Technology and Sciences
• Vels College of Science
• Vivekananda College of Arts and Science
• Women’s Christian College
• Yadava College

Course Curriculum of Master of Science in Information Technology

Semester-I

• Operating System
• Parallel Computer Architecture
• Data Management and File Structure
• Object oriented programming in C++
• Practical Paper 1
• Practical Paper 2

Semester –II

• Data Communication and Network
• Operational Research
• Database Management System
• Web design and development
• Practical Paper 3
• Practical Paper 4

Semester-III

• Web Development using VB.NET
• Expert and Design Support System
• Software Engineering & Testing

Elective – 1

• C Sharp (C#) Programming
• Fundamentals of Multimedia
• Network Security
• Practical Paper 5
• Practical Paper 6

Semester- IV

• Major Project
• Seminar

Text Books on Master of Science in Information Technology

• Algorithm + Data Structures & Programs by Niclaus Wirth
• An Integrated Approach to Software Engineering by Jalota
• An Introduction to Data Base Systems by C.J. Date
• An Introduction to Data Structures Applications by Trembley & Soreson
• An Introduction to Database System by Bipin C. Desai
• Analysis and design of information system by Sen James A
• Andrew Computer Networks by Tanne Baun
• Applied Discrete Structure of computer Science by Doerr A& Kenneth L
• Computer Fundamentals by P.K.Sinha
• Computer Organization and Architecture by J.P.Hayes
• Computer System Architecture by M.M. Mano
• Computer Today by S.K. Bansandra
• Data Communication System by Black, Ullysee
• Data Structures by Tanenbaum
• Database System Concepts by Henry F. Korth
• Digital and electronic circuits by T.C. Bartee
• Digital fundamentals by Floyd
• Essentials of management by Koontz
• Fundamentals of Computers by V.Rajaraman
• Graphics Networks and Algorithms by Swami M.N.S & Thisiraman E
• Introduction to Computers and Information Technology by Sons, Bhop & Ram Prasad
• Introduction to Database Management by Naveen Prakash
• Management by Y. K. Bhushan
• Managerial Accounting by Jawahar Lal
• Modern Digital Electronics by R.P.Jain
• Object Oriented Programming by Lafore R
• Principles & Practices of Management by L.M.Prasad
• Refresher Course on Mathematics by Manjit Singh
• Software Engineering - A Practitioner’s Approach by Roger. S. Pressman
• Software Engineering Concepts by R.E. Fairley
• System analysis and design by Awad Elias N
• The C programming language by Kerighan & Richie

Job and Career after Master of Science in Information Technology

Immense career opportunities exist for master degree holders in IT. The main application area of these candidates is in software programming. Here the role of IT professionals is to design, develop, and maintain the application software in accordance with the need of the client. Software developing as well as software outsourcing firms is in great need of skilled candidates. The candidates can also find jobs in areas of database design and configuration, software testing, software sales, etc.

Employment Areas

• Banks
• Computers and Related Electronic Equipment Manufacturers
• Government Agencies
• Insurance Providers
• Schools and Colleges
• Security and Surveillance Companies
• Software Development Companies
• System Maintenance
• Technical Support

Job Types

• Computer Presentation Specialist
• Computer Programmers
• Computer Scientists
• Computer Support Service Specialist
• Computer Systems Analysts
• Computer Trainer
• Database Administrators
• Independent Consultants
• Information Systems Manager
• Network Administrator
• Software Developers
• Software Publishers
• Systems Administrators
• Web Designer

Remuneration after Master of Science in Information Technology

The salary packages in private firms depend on the skill of the professional. The candidate can demand higher salaries with increasing performance. The initial level salary may not be good. However, as the candidate gains skills to perform better, the salary level will also increase accordingly. Junior programmers are offered with salary with in the range of Rs. 7000/- to Rs. 15,000/- per month in medium level firms. Top-level firms in IT like Infosys, Wipro, etc. offer salary with in the range Rs. 30000/- to Rs. 60,000/- per month for 1-2 year experienced candidates.