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It is a 2 years long Post Graduate degree programme. During these 2 years, students are given both theoretical as well as practical knowledge about the field of IT (Information Technology). Like in the case of B.Sc IT, semester system is followed in this case too. The 2 years are divided into 4 semesters. Students have to face different sets of subjects and four sets of external examinations during these 4 semesters.
Eligibility Criteria:
Since this is a PG course, in order to pursue it, students must possess Bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years long course) from a recognised university/institute. The minimum marks criteria also exist, but it varies from one university/institute to another.
Those who want admission in M.Sc IT programme should also have Bachelor's Degree in the same discipline (or relevant discipline). Some examples are B.Sc IT Degree, BE/B Tech IT Degree, B.Com in Computer Science or IT, etc.
Advantages of pursuing this course:
Doing M.Sc increases the qualifications of a student. Also, it boosts the skills. The group selection routine ensures that students specialize in a particular discipline. This specialisation will help find better jobs in that respective field. Also, M.Sc paves way for students to pursue programs like Ph.D and thus build a career in the lucrative Research & Development sector.
Scope, Salary and Job Prospects:
This is the age of skill building. The more the skills you have, employers will value you more. M.Sc programme naturally enhances skills of graduates and thus opens new doors of opportunities for them. After the programme, one will be able to find jobs in private as well as government sector. Teaching is also a good profession that one may take up after a combination of B.Sc and M.Sc. The average starting salary is around 20K-35K per month. Recruiters are often the same as it was in the case of B.Sc IT graduates-IT Industry, Telecom Sector, Consultancy Services, E Commerce giants, etc. But, thanks to the PG degree, M.Sc folks will have an edge over their B.Sc counterparts when it comes to job interviews.