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.
| 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 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
Object Oriented System
Software Engineering
Communication System Engineering
Information Security
Research Methodology
Advanced Database Management Systems
Business Planning & Management / MIS
Telecommunication Network
Operation Research
Distributed & Cloud Computing
Data Mining & Warehousing
Elective‑I (e.g., E‑Commerce, Networks, Security)
Elective‑II (e.g., Multimedia, GIS)
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.