M.Tech in Computer Science Engineering

Highlights of the Program:

The two-year MTech program in CSE at the Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad is proposed to

1. provide students with a deep understanding of theoretical foundations and advanced concepts in computer science.
2. foster a research-oriented mindset, encouraging students to engage in cutting-edge projects and develop critical thinking skills for addressing complex challenges in the field.
3. equip graduates with practical, industry-relevant skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for professional roles and emphasizing ethical considerations in the design and implementation of computer science solutions.
4.  cultivate a global perspective, instill lifelong learning habits, and develop leadership and teamwork skills, positioning graduates to contribute to the evolving landscape of computer science on a global scale.

Programme and Credit Structure:

In the first year, students will have to take courses and the second year will consist of MTech project (MTP) I and MTP II. 

1. The minimum number of overall credits required to be completed is 125, out of which 61 credits will be fulfilled using course work, and 64 credits using the MTech project.
2. The overall credits would be divided into three categories of courses: (i) Institute Core (IC) courses (68 credits), (ii) Program Core (PC) courses (21 credits) and (iii) Electives (36 credits)

3. Out of 36 credits of elective courses,
   1. Students should complete at least 24 credits from the elective courses related to CSE discipline (refer Annexure 1). Students are permitted to fulfill their remaining 12 credits either from the elective courses outside the CSE discipline, provided that these courses are at the graduate level (600 or above) or from elective courses related to CSE discipline.
   2. Students may opt to fulfill their elective credit requirements by enrolling in a maximum of 12 credits of undergraduate (UG) level courses, with the approval of faculty advisor (FA).
4. A mandatory seminar course (4 credits) and 64 credits worth MTP I and MTP II (32 credits each) fall under institute core.
5. The MTech project starts from the summer following the first year and extends to the third and fourth semesters. The student would be allotted a guide to work on the MTech project before the end of the second semester. There will be a committee to monitor the progress of the students in the project each semester and accord a grade for the project.

Semester-wise Course and Credits Distribution:

Annexure-1

The following Table shows the electives related to the CSE discipline.