M.Sc. in IT & Software syllabus : Latest Updated Syllabus for syllabus

Fundamentals of IT & Programming           

This subject introduces the candidates to different aspects of IT and programming. It starts from the basics, covering a computer and its characteristics, the use of operating systems and the various input and output devices.

Some common topics covered here are:

• Computer systems concepts
• System and application software
• Programming language classification
• Network communication

Mathematics

This subject requires prior knowledge of basic mathematics and logical decision-making. Students will learn the methods for representing data through mathematical notations and equations.

They will further get to understand the following concepts:

• Number systems: natural numbers, integers, sum and products of real numbers, square and cube roots
• Sets: introduction to sets, objectives, types of sets, finite and infinite sets, types of sets, operations of sets, universal sets and complement of a set

Fundamentals of Computer and Programming in Python

This subject aims to familiarise students with the Python programming language. You will understand how computer systems operate, along with various aspects of Python.

In this course, you will learn the following:

• Functional units of computer systems: concepts of hardware and software, CPU and motherboards, processors, ports and interfaces, memory chips.
• Introduction to the Python programming language: origin and history of the Python programming language, limitations and applications of Python.

Relational Database Management System (RDBMS)

This course will help you understand the core concepts related to RDBMS. Students will get to formulate and use SQL commands, apart from knowing concepts like ‘normalisation theory’ for the normalisation of a database.

Topics covered here include:

• Introduction to RDBMS: the purpose of database systems, data storage and querying, speciality database, relational query languages and RDBMS fundamentals among others.
• SQL: types of SQL, the definition of SQL data, basic operations, the structure of SQL queries, set operations and nested queries among others.

Theory of Computation

This is an introductory course for students at the Master’s level. It seeks to study different models of computation, along with their powers and limitations. Knowledge of data structures and algorithms is required to dive deeper.

Topics covered are: 

• Automata and complexity
• Proving equivalences between sets
• Parsers
• Derivations

Digital Image Processing

In this course, students will learn about the process of digital image processing. The curriculum will help them understand and interpret image segmentation and representation techniques.

They will also get to understand the process of image restoration and reconstruction.

Information Security and Cyber Law

Students will get to study this subject as an elective during the fourth semester.

This course is ideal for those who want to gain an in-depth understanding of information security.

Common topics you will learn here include:

• Classification of information systems
• User authentication and means of authentication
• Need for database security
• Database encryption

Data Warehousing and Data Mining

The subject delves deep into the concepts associated with data collection, processing and visualisation.

Ideal for data science aspirants, this course also discusses data clustering and classification.

Some common topics you will learn are:

• Need for data warehousing
• Building data warehouses
• Overview of data pre-processing
• Data warehouse architecture

Internet of Things

IoT or the Internet of Things is a fast-growing field. From smart home automation to manufacturing, it has grown exponentially in the past few years.

In this course, you will learn about the different components of IoT, remote monitoring and interfacing I/O devices among others. Students will also develop real-life IoT projects.

The course covers the following:

• Introduction to IoT
• IoT application development
• IoT case studies

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Computer networks

Computer networks

This course teaches you the basics of computer networking. It further talks about data communication and its components.

• Comparison of OSL and TCP/IP protocols.
• AVL rotations
• Medium access control
• Modulation
• Strassen's matrix multiplication.

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Operating System

Operating System

Operating systems are the heart and soul of a computer. This course familiarises you with different components of an OS, along with task management and implementation issues.

Students also gain knowledge of operating systems, process management, and interprocess communication.

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Computer Graphics

Computer Graphics

This course talks about how different display devices work, alongside the use of algorithms in 2D and 3D transformations.

The subject will teach you the following:

• Overview of computer graphics
• Display technologies
• 2D primitives
• 2D viewing
• Clipping and filling techniques
• Visible surface determination   

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Core Java Programming

Java Technologies

This is an ideal course to learn about OOP concepts related to Java. You will get to know how to write and compile Java programmes.

Students get to know the following concepts:

• Classes and objects
• Data types
• Event handling
• Java servlets

They will also get to execute programmes in real-time.

Computer Science Engineering

• Software Engineering
• Data Structures
• Object-Oriented Programming with C++
• Computer Networks
• Operating System

It is a core component of the M.Sc in IT curriculum. You will get an in-depth understanding of concepts such as digital circuits and neural networks along with hardware and software design.

It is an ideal specialisation if you want to pursue a career as a computer scientist or software engineer.

Networking Systems

• Network Security
• Internet Protocols
• Advanced Computer Networks

If you are inclined toward how computer networks work and their functions, this is an ideal course for you.

The course covers network security, Internet protocols, and advanced computer networks.

Programming Languages

• Programming 1
• Advanced Java Technologies
• Object-Oriented Programming using C++
• Fundamentals of Computer and Programming in Python

This is the perfect course if you are keen on pursuing a career as a computer programmer.

Covering various concepts associated with programming (inheritance, OOP, file handling and data structures), it helps you create your own applications.

Discrete Mathematics

Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications

Kenneth H. Rosen

This book on discrete mathematics presents a detailed approach to various mathematical concepts.

Written to suit the needs of students pursuing higher studies in Mathematics, Chemistry and IT, it has been used by over 600 colleges globally.

Python programming

Programming in Python

Pooja Sharma

You will love this book if you are a beginner in Python.

It includes everything from data types and functions to exception handling in detail.

Relational Database Management Systems

An Introduction to Database Systems

Bipin C. Desai

This is a great book for beginners who want to know more about relational database management systems.

It covers concepts like database modelling and design, along with a few advanced topics.

Computer Networking

Data Communications and Networking

Behrouz A. Forouzan

A fast-growing field, computer networking has gained immense popularity in recent years.

This book covers topics like P2P information sharing, socket-interface programming in Java, and a detailed chapter on QoS.

Software Engineering

An Integrated Approach to Software Engineering

Pankaj Jalote

This book introduces advanced software development principles to undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Diving deep into case studies, the book explores software architecture, testing and object-oriented design.

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Christ University, Bangalore

https://christuniversity.in/m/computer-science/master-of-science-in-computer-science/syllabus/39/2017

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Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore

https://vit.ac.in/files/IntMSc202122.pdf

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Birla Institute of Technology, Pilani

https://bits-pilani-wilp.ac.in/msc/information-systems.php

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GLS Institute of Computer Applications, Ahmedabad

https://www.glsuniversity.ac.in/msc-it.html

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Central University of Kashmir Ganderbal

https://www.cukashmir.ac.in/pdf/MScITSyllabus10Aug11.pdf

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Sharda University

https://www.sharda.ac.in/programmes/msc-information-technology

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IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala

https://ptu.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/M_Sc_ (IT) Batch 2019 (10-06-2020).pdf

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Lovely Professional University, Phagwara

https://www.lpu.in/programmes/msc-it-information-technology

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Vidyalankar School of Information Technology, Mumbai

http://180.149.245.182:8844/VSIT/admissions/information-technology/syllabus-mscit

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Dr CV Raman University, Kota, Chhattisgarh

https://www.cvru.ac.in/PDFDoc/IODE/PPR/IT/MSC(IT).pdf