KSOU Distance M.Sc in Information Technology

The​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ Distance Master of Science in Information Technology is a graduate level program that aims to equip students with a broad knowledge of computer technologies and real-world applications. The course emphasis is on the development of students' analytical, programming, and problem-solving skills, which are of great importance to the technology-driven industries of the current world. The distance learning option is very helpful to professionals who are still working and students who are also working but still want to further their studies without compromising their professional and personal commitments.

The program curriculum covers a broad spectrum of subjects such as Computational Mathematics, Advanced Data Structures, Database Management Systems, Machine Learning, and Cloud Computing. Besides theoretical concepts, there are practical labs such as programming, data analysis, and networking labs that help students to gain hands-on skills. The elective papers and practical work in the form of a Dissertation allow the students to gain deep knowledge in a particular field, such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, or Web Technologies, by following their career interests.

KSOU, which offers to study this program, is UGC recognized and committed to providing excellent education through a flexible learning mode. For many years, it has been delivering quality distance education programs. Moreover, the university has a reputation among the top open and distance learning institutions. Mainly, offering continuing education chances to working professionals, housewives, rural students, and those belonging to the backward classes. The university's commitment to providing education at a reasonable price makes it possible for students to further their knowledge and career along with balancing other responsibilities.

After the completion of the program, the students will be able to seek software development, data analysis, networking, and IT project management positions. The combination of theoretical knowledge and practical technical skills makes sure that graduates will be able to effectively contribute to the rapidly changing IT sector and, at the same time, meet the industry ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌requirements.

The conditions below have to be met to apply for this course.

• Have degree in BCA /B.Sc (IT/CS)/ AMIE/ BE (CS/IS/Electronics) /B.Tech(CS/IS/IT/Electronics) 
• Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics as one of the major subjects or any related subjects 
• The degree has to be from a recognized institution.

There is no EMI option available at KSOU but the fee of every program is affordable and pocket-friendly. Instead of EMI options, KSOU offers various scholarships and financial aid to students from minorities, tribal welfare departments, and so on. 

The course covers the given below topics as part of the distance M.Sc. in IT syllabus.

The examination pattern of KSOU consists of internal assessment and end-term examination which are divided according to the weightage of marks they carry individually, and they are combined and evaluated at the end of every semester. Internal assessment carries 20-30% of weightage which is decided by the university and a notice is circulated to the students through their official website the students can submit their internal assessment online or at the dedicated regional study center allotted by the university.

The Distance M.Sc. in Information Technology passouts of KSOU have a plethora of career paths available to them. These are mostly in the technology industry, but can be from private sector jobs to government or even academia. Some of these roles are in software development, data analytics, networking, and cybersecurity. A full list of trending jobs is listed below, with salary ranges from trusted sources. These are -