Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
Master of Computer Applications
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See the degree grade →A two-year Master of Computer Applications (MCA) that builds theoretical and practical computing skills for software development, research or entrepreneurship. Suited to graduates aiming for hands-on development roles, technical leadership or further study in computing-related research.
What you'll study
The curriculum for the 2024–26 intake is organised into four semesters. Core subjects, labs and electives are listed below exactly as provided in the programme curriculum.
- First Semester (Total Credits: 20; Contact Hours: 25): Data Structure Using C; Database Management Systems; Object Oriented Programming using JAVA; Machine Learning; Computer System Architecture; Data Structure Using C Lab; Database Management Systems Lab; Object Oriented Programming using JAVA Lab; Machine Learning Lab.
- Second Semester (Total Credits: 22; Contact Hours: 26): Design and Analysis of Algorithms; Computer Networks; Operating System; Information Security; Professional Communication; Elective I; Design and Analysis of Algorithms Lab; Computer Networks Lab; Operating System Lab; Information Security Lab; Summer Internship (Audit).
- Third Semester (Total Credits: 19; Contact Hours: 25): Software Engineering; Web Technology; Advance Professional Communication; Elective II; Elective III; Elective IV; Software Engineering Lab; Web Technology (Full-Stack Development) Lab.
- Fourth Semester (Total Credits: 20; Contact Hours: 40): Project Work – (Major) (40 practical contact hours; 20 credits).
The overall programme credit requirement is 81 credits.
Entry requirements
The public programme description states this is a postgraduate offering; specific eligibility criteria and admission procedures are managed by the institute. Prospective applicants should contact the admissions office for details and any qualifying prerequisites.
Career prospects
The programme description highlights career paths such as software developer, software architect, system analyst, database administrator, data scientist and project manager. Graduates are also positioned to pursue Ph.D. study, research & development roles, academic/teaching posts, or start IT-related ventures.
Scholarships & funding angle
The course page does not list specific scholarships. Applicants should enquire with JIIT’s admissions or financial-aid office about available scholarships, fee waivers or external funding opportunities and check institute communications for announcements.
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