Master of Information Technology (MIT) and Master of Science in Information Technology (MSc in IT)

Master of Information Technology (MIT) AND Master of Science in Information Technology (MSc in IT)

PostGraduate Programme

Duration - 2 Years (Part time)

Welcome to the MSc in IT Program at NSBM Green University !

NSBM Green University is committed to providing a modern and holistic education that equips students with abundant opportunities for gainful employment on completion of their studies. In the university’s continuous pursuit of enhancing societal contributions, it is delighted to introduce new Master’s study programs in Information Technology (IT).

Why MIT/MSc in IT Programme?

At NSBM Green University, we consider that the time is ripe for the Institute to offer a master’s study program in the field of Information Technology as a natural phase event of its evolution. The Institute has been in the sphere of higher education, offering undergraduate level degree programs for several years and a large number of NSBM are in the IT industry seeking entry to a Master’s study programme in the same discipline. Moreover, this will create a pathway for graduates with non-IT degrees currently working in the industry to elevate their careers in the field of IT.

Key Features

Excellent path for non-IT graduates to enter into the IT field, sustain, and accelerate their career.
The resourcefulness of the NSBM on the multiple fronts of academic strength, infrastructure facilities, managerial acumen and financial backing make it the ideal candidate to commence a Master’s study program in IT and thereby be a partner in the nation’s knowledge development and dissemination project;
Excellent opportunity for potential NSBM IT graduates who are currently working in the IT Industry and seeking career advancement.

STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY OF COURSES

Year/ Semester	Module/ Activity	Pathway
Year 1: Semester I	MSC5101 Problem Solving and Programming (3 credits) MSC5102 Software Development Paradigms and Processes (3 credits) MSC5103 Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits) MSC5104 Modern Operating Systems (3 credits) MSC5105 Information Management and Retrieval (3 credits)	MIT	MSc
Year 1: Semester II	MSC5201 Data Communication and Networks (3 credits) MSC5202 Web and Mobile Application Development (3 credits) MSC5203 Governance and Management in ICT (3 credits) MSC5204 Integrated Project (6 credits)
Year 2: Semester I	MSC6101 Software Quality Engineering (3 credits) MSC6102 Research Methodology (3 credits) MSC6105 Artificial Intelligence (3 credits) MSC6201 Research Project (15 credits)
Year 2: Semester II	MSC6103 Internet of Things (3 credits) MSC6104 Big Data Analytics (3 credits)

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

The candidate must possess any one of the following qualifications:

An Honors Degree recognized by the University Grants Commission or Ministry in charge of the subject of higher education in Sri Lanka with a minimum of one year’s appropriate working experience acceptable to the Board of Studies for Postgraduate Programs.
OR
A Degree recognized by the University Grants Commission or Ministry in charge of the subject of higher education in Sri Lanka, with a minimum of two years of appropriate working experience acceptable to the Board of Studies for Postgraduate Programs.
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma which satisfies the criteria for a level 8 program as specified in the Sri Lanka Qualification Framework, awarded by an institution recognized by the University Grants Commission or Ministry or Ministry in charge of the subject of Higher Education in Sri Lanka and a minimum of two years’ appropriate experience in an institution acceptable to the Board of Studies for Postgraduate Programs.
OR
Any recognized professional qualification recognized by the UGC as entry qualification for Postgraduate degrees.
A good working knowledge of English.