M.Sc. in Information System Engineering

Overview

Master of Science in Information System Engineering is a 2‑year (4‑semester) postgraduate program designed for engineers and applied scientists who want broad and specialized knowledge in information systems and IT engineering. The course covers key computing and system technologies — from software engineering and databases to networking and distributed systems — and blends business and technological aspects of the full information system life‑cycle. Graduates gain skills to design, develop, manage, and secure complex information systems across industries.

  • Course Info

    Affilation Purwanchal University (PU)
    Duration 2 Years
    Institute Type College
    Average Fees Incurred Typical total fee range is approximately NPR 2,00,000 – 6,00,000 for the full program (varies by affiliated college and facilities).
    Average Salary Offered Starting: NPR 45,000 – 1,00,000 per month (can vary widely by employer, role, and experience)
    Employment Roles

    Graduates of M.Sc. ISE (PU) can work as:

    Systems Analyst

    Information Systems Engineer

    Network & Systems Administrator

    Database Analyst

    Software Developer / Engineer

    Security & Infrastructure Specialist

    Cloud / Distributed System Engineer

    IT Project Coordinator

  • Admission Criteria

    Must submit application form for the Purbanchal University Master’s entrance exam.

    Pass the entrance exam conducted by Purbanchal University’s Faculty of Engineering.

    Final selection is based on entrance exam performance + academic merit.

  • Salient Features

    Designed for professionals working in or aspiring to work in information systems engineering.

    Combines software, networking, security, database, and systems engineering topics.

    Emphasis on both practical application and theoretical foundations.

    Suitable for roles requiring analysis, design, development, deployment, and management of information systems.

    Includes elective subjects (where available) and a research project/thesis in the final semester.

  • Eligibility

    Bachelor’s degree (4‑year) in Computer Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, IT Engineering, or equivalent engineering field.

    Minimum 50% marks or C+ grade (CGPA 2.40 / equivalent) in aggregate.

    Must pass the Purbanchal University entrance exam for postgraduate engineering programs.

  • Job Prospectus

    IT and software firms

    Telecom and networking companies

    Banks and financial institutions (IT departments)

    Government IT agencies

    Tech startups and consultancies

    Research and development centers

    This degree prepares students for both technical specialist and managerial roles in designing, implementing, and managing modern information systems across various sectors.

  • Curricular Structure

    The curriculum normally covers core engineering and computing subjects, practical labs, advanced topics, and a major dissertation or project in Semester IV. A commonly reported structure (seen in affiliated colleges teaching the PU MSc ISE) includes:

    Semester I

    Object Oriented System

    Software Engineering

    Communication System Engineering

    Information Security

    Research Methodology

    Semester II

    Advanced Database Management Systems

    Business Planning & Management / MIS

    Telecommunication Network

    Operation Research

    Semester III

    Distributed & Cloud Computing

    Data Mining & Warehousing

    Elective‑I (e.g., E‑Commerce, Networks, Security)

    Elective‑II (e.g., Multimedia, GIS)

    Semester IV

    Dissertation / Thesis (major research project)

    Note: Elective subjects may vary by college offering the program, but generally include modern IT focuses like networking, web systems, data analytics, and security.

Interested in this course?

Apply Now