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MSc (Master of Science) Syllabus, Subjects, Course Curriculum, Books 2023

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MSc or Master of Science is an advanced course that offers many specializations such as Maths, Computer Science, Life Science, Geography, etc. The syllabus and course curriculum depends on the selected specialization.

The main objective of this course is to enable students to be able to perform well in the industry, academia and the research field. Hence, the MSc syllabus is regulated accordingly after every few years as per the demand of the scientific and research community.

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MSc Syllabus

The syllabus and course curriculum is different for each specialization. It often consists of core subjects that are to be pursued by every student enrolled in that MSc course, and on the basis of their interest they can select from the list of elective subjects offered by the college.

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The table below shows syllabus and subjects included in some of the most commonly pursued MSc specializations:

Specializations Name Syllabus & Subjects
MSc IT Introduction to Programming Language through C Basic Electronics and Communication
Database Management System (DBMS)  Data Communication and Computer Networks
Software Engineering Computer Graphics
MSc Computer Science Structured and Object Oriented Programming Visual and Dot Net programming
Java Programming Web Technology
Statistics and Data Analytics Soft Computing 
Data Compression Web Services
MSc Psychology Advanced Social Psychology Organizational Behaviour
Human Resource Management Counselling and Behaviour Modification
Lifespan Psychology Research Methodology
MSc Maths Algebra Number Theory
Probability Theory Linear Programming
Vector Analysis Elasticity
MSc Biotechnology Molecular Biology Genetic Engineering
Immunology Animal Biotechnology
Plant Biotechnology Bioinformatics
Synthetic Biology Systems Biology
MSc Physics Mathematical Methods Quantum Mechanics
Solid State Physics Nuclear Physics
Relativity and Cosmology Statistical Mechanics
Molecular Spectroscopy Astrophysics
MSc Data Science Fundamentals of Data Science Machine learning
Data Mining and Algorithms Cyber Security
Artificial Intelligence Spatial Modeling
Applied Statistics Python Programming
MSc Economics Game Theory Econometrics
Microeconomics Macroeconomics
Ecological Economics Time series and regression of analysis
MSc Microbiology Virology Immunology
Environmental Microbiology Bioinstrumentation
Enzyme Technology Bioinformatics, Microbial Genomics and Proteomics 
MSc Statistics Ancillary Mathematics Measure Theory and Probability
Linear Models and Regression Analysis Time Series Analysis
Multivariate Analysis Time Series Analysis
Computer Programming Sample Surveys

The scheme of examination is usually divided between theory and practicals in the ratio of 70:30, but not all the colleges follow it. 

MSc Course Books

The table below shows some of the recommended books and readings that every student must have for better understanding and to score better in the MSc exams.

Name of the Book Name of the Author
Logic and Prolog Programming Saroj Kaushik
Operating Systems: Internals and Design Principles William Stallings
Theoretical Mechanics M. R. Spiegel,
Mathematical Statistics J. E. Freund
Applied Immunology Benjamin Abraham Thomas
Plant Biochemistry Hans Walter Heldt
Text Book on Principles of Bacteriology, Virology and Immunology Topley and Wilsons
Microbial Physiology and Metabolism D.R. Caldwell
Introduction to Mathematical Statistics Robert V. Hogg
Python for Data Science Ethan Williams

Apart from these course books, colleges often provide students with the relevant study material and research articles that help them to gain better understanding of the subject. 

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Answered Questions

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Does IISER provide a 2-year MSc? If yes, how can I apply?

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Shivangi Mishra

06 May 22

Yes, IISER Kolkata offers a 2 year-long MS program in Space Science. The application for the program is open now. Here are the application details.

Enquiries  cessi@iiserkol.ac.in
Application portal opened 20th April 2022
Application Portal closes  20th May 2022
Publication of shortlist for interview  25th May 2022
Selection process ends  June 2022

To apply you need to have a recent bachelor's degree in Physics or Engineering with first class or equivalent and qualification in either GATE or other national eligibility test such as JEST. 

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JB

What is better to do M.Sc. from CFTRI Mysore or M.Tech from abroad?

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Rajit Ghosh,

22 Nov 21

An MSc. from CFTRI Mysore is considered to be one of the best for food technology in India. It has been the pioneer in providing quality education in food. But you need to keep in mind that it is a government institution. Therefore it has its own limitations, in terms of research, funds and several other things.

On the other hand if you choose to go abroad, your guide has full autonomy for the funds. They take the responsibility of spending the money and what projects to pursue or not. It is known that colleges abroad have better facilities and better working conditions. Indian institutes lack this although they have state of the art facilities but they are of no match for the colleges abroad.

Also, the hard work you will put in to get into CFTRI is much more than getting admission in any college abroad. They also provide better returns. If your financial background is good you can then choose to go abroad rather than studying in India.

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SK

Am I making a mistake by preferring IISER Kolkata over IIT Kharagpur MSc Integrated Physics?

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Malabika Roychowdhury

21 Dec 21

No, it is not a mistake to prefer IISER Kolkata over IIT KGP for an MSc integrated course in Physics. You are going to get a pure science degree so it makes more sense to get the degree from an institute that focuses on that degree. IIT KGP is popular for its engineering degrees. So, you will be mostly surrounded by people who are pursuing engineering degrees. You won’t get to meet many like-minded students. The course structure of integrated MSc at IITs is also outdated. 

At IISER Kolkata, you will get a decent course structure and better faculties for an integrated MSc. 

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AN

Is an M.Sc from Nalanda Open University good?

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Manisha Lamba

20 Oct 21

If you want to stand out among others in your master’s degree, you should pursue your master’s in a regular mode from a government university. This will later help you to pursue your further studies in post-graduate degrees, like Ph.D.

So it is suggested that you work a bit harder and try to get admission in a government college with the course offered in the regular mode. However, if you merely require a master’s degree, you can pursue it from any educational institution.

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Is doing M.Sc at Bangalore University a good option?

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Krishna Murthy

30 Nov 21

According to the reviews online, Bangalore University (BU) is an average institution. It sure is one of the oldest in the country and has a reputation. But it nowadays has been seen to deteriorate day by day. 

Here are some facts about BU:

  • The faculty members, though highly experienced, are very few. Most of the classes are taken by Research students.
  • There is no proper management.
  • The exam results are delayed most of the time.
  • The syllabus is not upgraded catering to the latest trends in the industry.
  • Bus service is not provided.
  • The canteen is not clean and well maintained.

Most students choose to study in this college due to its brand and reputation. It is an older elite institute which they often think will be reliable. The quality of education is considered to be good and students are selected here for admission based on their merit.

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KS

How is MS by Research at IIT Madras different from Phd? Considering both are research focused programs.

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Ranjini Banerjee

30 Mar 23

The basic differences between MR at IIT Madras and Ph.D. at IIT Madras are

  • Research: MS program has less research work than Ph.D. It is considered an extended version of MS and many MS students go for a Ph.D. afterward.
  • Degree: An MS degree is awarded if the student has a minimum of 1 international conference paper and if the panel is satisfied that the work has met the standards of the institute. Whereas a Ph.D. is awarded only when the student has a minimum of 2 international journal papers and if the panel is satisfied and considers it as per the standards of the institute.
  • Coursework: An MS student needs to take at least 5 graduate courses whereas a Ph.D. needs to take 4. Additionally a Direct Ph.D. or M.S.+PhD. needs to take 8.
  • Duration: The time taken to complete an MS program is between 1.5-3 years whereas for a Ph.D. and M.S. + Ph.D it takes 3-5 years. This duration might be increased in case a student is unable to complete it in the given time frame.
  • Viva: In Ph.D., you are required to pass a challenging Viva Voce, while in M.S. you need not. The difficulty level of this viva varies from department to department.
  • Stipend: Under the HTRA scheme, an MS student gets INR 12400 while a Ph.D. student gets INR 25000.

Despite these differences, the general routine and schedule of both MS and Ph.D. are similar. Ultimately, more than your program, your research topic and performance will matter.

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KC

Which one should I choose: an MSc honours at BITS Pilani or computer science at PEC Chandigarh?

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Suyash Pandey

30 Apr 21

The MSc. Honours at BITS Pilani is a highly recommended course for every student who is interested in a combination of Science and Engineering. It is an excellent course provided by the institute, with great opportunities for students in various fields. The points below give a brief overview of the course of MSc. Honors provided by BITs Pilani.

  • The course provided by BITS Pilani is a dual degree course, which comprises five years of study in total.
  • After the first year of the course, you will be provided with subjects that belong to different branches of engineering (B.E). This is a great opportunity to explore such subjects from different streams, along with the conventional science subjects. You will get several choices in the selection of subjects and choose between topics according to your own decision.
  • BITS Pilani is predominantly an engineering institute. Therefore, there are numerous minds in the institute for several technical works and inventions. The institute has earned recognition in the fields of space-travel bots, humanoid robots, Formula-one style cars, and a lot more.
  • Students from BITS Pilani have been selected in Google Summer of Code several times, which is one of the most prestigious competitions in the world in the field of computer science.
  • Other than the field of academics, students of BITS Pilani get the freedom to perform anything of their choice and achieve a good position in it. There are several musicians, dancers, painters, poets, debaters, etc among the batches of BITS Pilani, and even students with multiple talents in it.

Therefore, BITS Pilani provides an appropriate ground to cherish any kind of talent of students, which is a great aspect of the institute.

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What are the placement chances after studying for an M.Sc.-Ph.D in Atmosphere and Science in IIT Bhubaneswar?

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Atul Yadav

14 Aug 20

The placement for MSc.-PhD in Atmosphere and Sciences at IIT Bhubaneswar is not that impressive. Although the overall placement at this IIT is quite decent and the placement rate is around 90% with an average CTC of 11.4 LPA. But the placement statistics for the M.Sc courses are not good. Only a few teaching institutes visit the campus during the placement drive recruiting students mainly from courses like Mathematics and Physics, etc.

The department of Atmosphere and Sciences at IIT Bhubaneswar is still developing and there is a shortage of faculty members in this department but there are visiting faculties from the different institutes.

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Is joint MSc and PhD in atmospheric sciences good at IIT Bhubaneswar? Also, what are its prospects outside India?

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Meghna Roychowdhury

14 Aug 20

To pursue a joint MSc.-Ph.D. degree in atmospheric sciences from IIT Bhubaneswar a student is required to have at least 60% in aggregate in his or her undergraduate degree in a relevant stream from a recognized university. A joint MSc.- Ph.D. in atmospheric sciences is not a very popular subject among the students and the department is still developing. The School of Earth, Ocean, and Climate Sciences at IIT Bhubaneswar have well-experienced faculty members. It also invites professors from other premier institutes like the University of Ontario and University of Massachusetts.

This subject is mainly research-oriented. Topics like Meteorology, Aerosol Properties, and impacts, Urban Heat Island Effects, etc. are studied under the subject of Atmospheric Sciences. Regarding placements, Atmospheric Sciences might not provide you with opportunities from private sectors, but the Government, Ministry of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences recruit students for various Scientific posts and Contractual posts. For example, the National Centre for Antarctic Ocean and Research (NCAOR) recruits students of atmospheric sciences. Students also opt for higher education.

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