Annamalai University offers M.Sc Software Engineering course through lateral entry scheme along with regular course. Those who have finished postgraduate diploma from any recognized university in the related area can apply for this course. The aspirants have to go through an entrance exam conducted by Annamalai University to get selection in to M Sc Software Engineering. Those who get sufficient percentage of marks in this exam get selected in to the course. The University set aside certain rules and regulations for the admission procedure of M.Sc Software Engineering course, which is to be followed by aspirants.

Eligibility for M Sc Software Engineering Lateral Entry Admissions in Annamalai University

• The eligibility criteria for M Sc Software Engineering through Lateral Entry in Annamalai University must satisfy any of the following conditions:
• Aspirants must possess a postgraduate diploma from a recognized university. This postgraduate diploma should be in the field of Computer applications.
• Aspirant must possess MBA degree with specialization in Systems
• Aspirants should have completed their first year M Sc Software Engineering from any recognized university.
• They must possess any master level program in computer applications with a course period of one year.

Reservation for Lateral Entry in Annamalai University

A few seats are kept reserved for M Sc Software Engineering‘s Lateral Entry section. Among these seats, top priority in selection is given to those who have better score in entrance exam conducted by Annamalai University.

Applying for M.Sc. Software Engineering Lateral Entry Admissions in Annamalai University

To get admission into M Sc Software Engineering course the aspirant has to go through an entrance examination conducted by the Annamalai University. This entrance exam is of 3 hours time duration and it comprises of questions on English comprehension and science subjects. The application form can be obtained from the study center of the university by paying an amount of Rs. 250/- .It can also be acquired through post by sending a DD of Rs. 290/- to the concerned address.  The application form can also be downloaded from the official website of Annamalai University.

Advantages for Lateral Entry Students in M.Sc. Software Engineering

The most important aspect in doing lateral entry course is the saving of time. Students can save one year of their studies by doing a lateral entry course. Top universities offer proper training to lateral entry students. Another important aspect in lateral entry is in the cost factor. There is a cost advantage as well as the student can enjoy the same fee structure as regular students.