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Master of Computer Science and Engineering in Cyber Security
- Pune, India
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme taught in English on the Pune campus of MIT-WPU. The programme page lists tracks or specialisations such as Data Privacy and Compliances, Advanced Security Management and Cyber Laws, Identity Access and Management, Mobile and Wireless Security, Distributed Networks and Blockchain Technology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Evaluate advanced concepts in Computer Science and Engineering in Cyber Security
- Integrate algorithms
- Software development
- Computational methods and systems design
- And communicate evidence-based solutions to complex disciplinary problems.
Career outcomes
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Data Scientist
- AI/ML Engineer
- Software Development Engineer
- Government Jobs
- Teaching and Academia
- Research and Development
- IT Management and Consultancy
Curriculum
- Semester-wise course tables are on the programme page. Courses listed include: PM Research Methodology
- PM Mathematical Foundations for Security
- PM Applied Cryptography
- PM Cloud Security
- PM Applied Machine Learning
- UC Scientific Studies of Mind
- Matter
- Spirit and Consciousness
- PM Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
- PM Digital Forensics Analysis
- PE Program Elective-I:
- Data Privacy and Compliances.
Entry requirements
Academic
- 4-year bachelor degree (B.E./B.Tech) in a relevant engineering branch. Selection on MIT-WPU CET entrance exam and Personal Interaction (PI) score (valid GATE or PERA-CET score also considered
- With PI). Equivalence of the qualification through AIU is required.. Entry grade detail: Minimum 50% aggregate in a 4-year bachelor degree in the relevant engineering branch from a university recognised by AIU or the Government.
Accepted academic background
4-year bachelor degree (B.E./B.Tech) in a relevant engineering branch.
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Student Passport Copy
- Parent Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Graduation Certificates
- Photograph
- Employer Certificate (NRI/CIWGC/CIWSEA applicants)
- Sponsorship Letter (NRI/CIWGC/CIWSEA applicants)
- NRI Certificate (NRI/CIWGC/CIWSEA applicants).
How to apply
- Check eligibility
- International category and deadline. Apply through the university admissions portal and pay the processing fee (USD 300 or INR 20
- 000). Upload student and parent passports
- Mark sheets
- Certificates
- Photograph (NRI/CIWGC/CIWSEA also employer
- Sponsorship and NRI certificates). Attend the Personal Interaction and any entrance test or portfolio review set in Annexure 1 of the Admission Policy. Receive the provisional offer
- Pay the first fee instalment
- Pass verification and receive the final offer letter. Apply for the Indian student visa with the admission letter
- Endorsed to MIT-WPU
- With proof of funds. On arrival
- Submit the verified visa copy to the International Relations Division.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $1,500 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $300 USD |
| Deposit | ₹10,000 INR |
Program details
| Campus | Kothrud, Pune |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Computer Science and Engineering in Cyber Security |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 82 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | 50% international scholarship for FN/OCI/CIWGC-SEA applicants with min 50% marks (already reflected in the fee, First come first served, Not for NRI), Up to 50 foreign nationals can receive a 100% scholarship with 80% or more marks |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $1,500 USD per year. The application fee is $300 USD. The deposit is ₹10,000 INR. The estimated living cost is $4,800 USD.
An interview is required.

