St Aloysius M.Sc Software Technology FAQs
Ques. Is the M.Sc. (Software Technology) at St Aloysius offered at the main campus or the AIMIT campus?
Ans. The M.Sc. (Software Technology) is offered at the AIMIT (St Aloysius Institute of Management and Information Technology) campus located at Beeri, Mangaluru, which is a separate campus from the main St Aloysius campus at Kodialbail. The AIMIT campus is a dedicated postgraduate and management campus with its own hostel facilities, library, computer labs, and placement cell. Students should factor in the campus location when planning accommodation and commute.
Ques. What is the difference between M.Sc. (Software Technology) and M.Sc. (Data Science) or M.Sc. (Big Data Analytics) at St Aloysius?
Ans. The M.Sc. (Software Technology) focuses on software development, programming, web technologies, database management, and information systems, making it suitable for students who want to build careers as software developers, IT consultants, project managers, and systems analysts. The M.Sc. (Data Science) and M.Sc. (Big Data Analytics) are more specialised programmes focused on data analysis, machine learning, and large-scale data processing. The fees also differ: M.Sc. Software Technology costs Rs. 2,15,700 (Karnataka, 2 years), while M.Sc. Data Science costs Rs. 3,55,700 (Karnataka, 2 years). Students should choose based on their career goals.
Ques. What research opportunities are available for M.Sc. (Software Technology) students at St Aloysius?
Ans. The department has an active research culture with multiple government-funded projects. Recent funded projects include AI-based healthcare applications (bronchopneumonia detection, bilirubin estimation in neonates, diabetes management), big data analytics for hospital patient management (funded by VGST, Rs. 26 lakhs), and chatbot development using AI/ML (funded by KSCST). Students can participate in these projects under faculty guidance, which significantly enhances their research skills and employability.
Ques. What are the placement outcomes for M.Sc. (Software Technology) graduates from St Aloysius?
Ans. The department has a consistent placement record. The 2021-23 batch (26 students) and 2022-24 batch (24 students) were fully placed. Major recruiters include NTT Data, Accenture, Blue Yonder, EGDK, and Novigo Solutions. The 2023-25 batch (30 students) is currently pursuing internships. The placement cell at AIMIT actively supports students with industry mentorship, interview preparation, resume building, and access to job boards.
Ques. Can a B.Com. or B.A. graduate apply for the M.Sc. (Software Technology) programme?
Ans. The M.Sc. (Software Technology) is specifically designed for graduates with a Computer Science or Information Technology background. The eligibility criteria require candidates to have passed BCA, B.Sc. (Computer Science), B.E., or B.Tech. (CS/IT) or an equivalent computing degree. B.Com. or B.A. graduates without a computing background are generally not eligible for this programme. Students with a B.Com. (Computer Applications) background may check with the admissions office for eligibility.
Ques. How is the M.Sc. (Software Technology) programme structured, and what subjects are covered?
Ans. The programme is spread over 4 semesters (2 years) and covers a comprehensive range of software technology topics including programming languages, web technologies, database management systems, big data analytics, software engineering, mobile application development, information systems, and project management. The curriculum emphasises both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, with students working on real-world projects and research. The department also organises seminars, workshops, and expert talks to keep students updated with the latest industry trends.
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