Master degree programmes in Science and Engineering
Master degree programmes in Science and Engineering include, Master of Science or MS programmes in Agriculture & Forestry, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, and Physics, as well as M.Sc/ME/M.Tech programmes.
At the postgraduate level, engineering degree programmes deal with specialisations in specific engineering streams, such as Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Avionics Engineering, and Biotechnology.
One can opt for Master programmes in traditional engineering streams such as Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mining Engineering.
Postgraduate engineering programmes in new-age disciplines like Communications Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology (IT), Marine Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Nanotechnology, Telecommunications Engineering, VLSI, and Wireless Communication also find many takers.
Other specialisations in which Master degree programmes are offered in India are:
- Control Systems Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Power Systems Engineering
- Signal Processing
- Solar & Alternative Engineering
- Textile Engineering
Most MS and Master programmes in Sciences are for two years but some of the engineering postgraduate degree programmes are for three years too. In some countries, ME does not lead to PhD programmes in engineering but a Master of Science in Engineering can lead you to that path. MS in Engineering also requires thesis work and is considered an academic degree.
Eligibility:
Admission to Master or MS programmes in Science and Engineering require a Bachelor's degree in related subjects. For 5-year integrated Master degree programmes in Science and Engineering, candidates may be admitted after 10+2 with related subjects, on the basis of their performance.
Some of the prestigious institutions in India and abroad require candidates to take various entrance exams or appear for institute-level written tests and interviews for admission to their programmes.
Career Prospects
Postgraduates in Science and Engineering can find opportunities in diverse sectors. Besides government departments and renowned institutions related to the subjects, science experts can also find jobs in R&D, production, and sales & marketing departments across industries. Besides, they can also take up teaching jobs at school and college level.
