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Master of Science (MSc) Information Technology

MSc Information Technology
Two-Year PG Programme

Software, systems and applied computing

The Master of Science in Information Technology is a two-year postgraduate programme covering programming, databases, networks, software engineering and emerging technologies — preparing students for software development, IT services, data and research careers.

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Programme At a Glance

Course Information

The following table summarises the official course details — duration, sanctioned seats, and eligibility — as prescribed for MSc Information Technology at Sri Guru Gobind Singh College, Sector 26, Chandigarh.

Course Name Duration Seats Eligibility
MSc (Information Technology) 2 years 40 + 5 (NRI)
  • A person who has passed one of the following examinations:
  • (i) BCA / BE / BTech in Computer Science or Information Technology from PU.
  • (ii) BCA / BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, Mathematics and Computing.
  • (iii) Any other graduation with Computer Science / Information Technology / Computer Applications and Mathematics from a University recognised by PU.
Curriculum

Core Areas of Study

The programme follows the postgraduate curriculum prescribed by Panjab University, Chandigarh.

Programming & Data Structures

Modern languages and core data structures.

Database Management

Relational databases, SQL and design.

Computer Networks

Networking, protocols and security.

Software Engineering

Process, design and quality.

Operating Systems

OS principles and concurrent systems.

Information & Cyber Security

Security fundamentals and best practices.

Web & Mobile Technologies

Modern web stacks and mobile platforms.

Project & Dissertation

Capstone IT project and research.

Duration

2 years, organised across the standard semesters as per the postgraduate curriculum of Panjab University.

Eligibility

BCA / BE / BTech in CS or IT from PU, BCA / BSc (Hons) in CS, Mathematics and Computing, or any other graduation with CS / IT / Computer Applications and Mathematics from a university recognised by PU. Full eligibility detailed in the table above.

Career Opportunities

Software engineering, data and analytics, IT services, cyber-security, web and mobile development, college and university teaching (after NET/PhD), and PhD studies in computer science and IT.

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