Modern College Of Arts, Science & Commerce offers a full-time Master Of Science (M.Sc.) degree in various specializations. The duration of the M.Sc. degree is two years, thus the College offers a four semester program for the M.Sc. degree. The course structure for this course in MCASC includes theoretical as well as practical papers. The M.Sc course is offered in various specializations namely Electronic Science, Computer Science, Botany, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Statistics, Zoology, Physics, Mathematics, and Geography. The Electronic Science and Computer Science departments of the M.Sc. courses have the best placement records. 

MCASC M.Sc. Highlights 

  • Some specializations in M.Sc include Industrial training / institutional projects in their course work.
  • The minimum eligibility criteria for admission to the M.Sc degree at Modern College, Pune is that the student must have a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree or equivalent with at least 50% marks from a recognized University.
  • The admission to the course shall be granted on the basis of the merit in the qualifying examination, i.e, in the B.Sc. degree and existing rules of reservation.

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MCASC M.Sc. Eligibility Criteria

The candidates who wish to pursue the M.Sc. degree at Modern College, Pune must satisfy the academic eligibility criteria. The candidate needs to have an undergraduate degree obtained from any of the UGC recognized universities.

The minimum eligibility requirements for the various specializations of M.Sc. course are tabulated below:

Specialization Eligibility Criteria 
M.Sc. Electronic Science B.Sc. (Electronic Science / Electronics) or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks
M.Sc. Computer Science Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) OR B.Sc. (Computer Science) with 50% marks OR Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics and Telecommunication with at least 50% marks.
M.Sc. Physics B.Sc. degree with Physics as the principal subject or BE / B.Tech of any branch with a minimum of 50% marks
M.Sc in Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Statistics, Zoology, Geography, Biotechnology B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Science in respective subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate

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MCASC M.Sc. Admission Criteria

  • Modern College Of Arts, Science & Commerce offers admission to the various specializations in the M.Sc. degree on the basis of the merit in the qualifying examination, i.e, merit in the B.Sc. degree in accordance with the rules of the reservation set by the Government of Maharashtra.
  • Only 10% of the total seats are available for students from other Universities. The rest of the seats are reserved for the students from Savitribai Phule Pune University. 
  • The mode of application for admission at Modern College, Pune is Online

How to apply?

  • Go to the official website of Modern College Of Arts, Science & Commerce
  • Click on the link ‘Online Admissions’
  • Enter your Name, E-mail, Phone Number, and Password of your choice and click on the “Sign Me Up” button
  • Login to the portal with the E-mail ID and password
  • Select the Merit Form / Entrance Form
  • Fill the application form carefully
  • On successful completion of the form, an application number would be generated and sent to the mail of the candidate.
  • Pay the Admission Merit form Fee.
  • Upload the necessary documents in the ‘Upload Section’.
  • The shortlisted candidates shall receive a mail regarding their selection.
  • Complete the further admission formalities. 

Documents Required :

  • Graduation Degree / Marksheet / Certificate
  • Class 12th mark sheet and passing certificate
  • Class 10th mark sheet and passing certificate
  • Leaving / Transference certificate
  • Gap certificate if applicable
  • Migration certificate for candidates from other universities
  • ID Proof
  • Valid Caste certificate, sub-category certificate (Duly Verified), if applicable
  • Passport size photographs

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MCASC M.Sc. Course Details

The course structure of the M.Sc. degree involves Core Compulsory Theory papers, Core Compulsory Practical papers, and Choice Based Optional Papers. The M.Sc. degree will be awarded to students who obtain a total of 100 credits throughout the course. 

Several specializations in M.Sc. degree is offered by MCASC :

  • Electronic Science
  • Computer Science
  • Botany
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Biotechnology
  • Statistics
  • Zoology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics 
  • Geography

The semester-wise syllabus for various specializations of the M.Sc. degree at Modern College, Pune is linked below:

Specialization  Syllabus
Electronic Science Click Here
Computer Science Click Here
Microbiology Click Here
Biotechnology Click Here
Statistics Click Here
Physics Click Here
Mathematics Click Here
Botany Click Here
Analytical Chemistry Click Here
Zoology Click Here
Geography Click Here

MCASC M.Sc. Assessment and Evaluation:

The assessment for the various courses taught during the M.Sc. degree would be done under two parameters:

  • In-Semester Continuous Assessment (50%)

The students shall be evaluated continuously throughout the semester through various methods such as Written Text/Mid Term Test, Journal/Lecture/Library Notes, Seminar presentation, Short Quizzes, Assignments, Open Book Test, Mini Research Project, etc. 

  • Semester-End Assessment (50%)

The students need to appear for the semester-end examination that shall cover the entire syllabus prescribed for the course.

The student needs to score at least 40% marks in the combined examination of In-Semester assessment and Semester-End assessment with a minimum passing of 30% in both these separately.

MCASC M.Sc. Placement Details 

  • Modern College Of Arts, Science & Commerce, Pune has a dedicated placement cell that looks after the recruitment process of the students and assists them by organizing group discussions and mock interviews.
  • The M.Sc. degree at Modern College, Pune offers decent placement opportunities with various national and international MNCs recruiting students every year.
  • 95% of students from the M.Sc.(Computer Science) department are placed in reputed organizations.

Top Recruiters are given below:

Tata Consultancy Services  Infosys
WIPRO CG Corel
Simmons Engineers Northern Coalfields Limited
BSNL Kalzoom Technologies
Dell Opus Software Solutions
3Genesis Genentech S/W Services
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

MCASC M.Sc FAQs

Question: Is there any kind of Financial assistance/Stipend offered to the students pursuing an M.Sc. degree at Modern College, Pune?

Ans: The college does not offer any stipend to the M.Sc. degree students. However, the Eklawya scholarship is awarded to deserving students. The students holding these scholarships must submit an Annual Progress Report of the continuance of this scholarship every year. 

Question: What is the maximum duration to complete the M.Sc. degree at Modern College, Pune?

Ans: A student needs to clear and pass in all credits within a total period of a maximum of four years, else he/she shall be declared as failed. After that, such students will have to seek fresh admission to the college. Students who have failed semester-end exams may reappear for the semester-end examination only twice in subsequent periods.

Question: What are the admission criteria for the M.Sc degree at Modern College for foreign and NRI students?

Ans: Modern College, Pune does not admit foreign and NRI students directly. The students must obtain the necessary permission from the authorities of Savitribai Phule Pune University and complete the formalities prescribed by the University. Such students will be governed by rules framed by the University along with the college and other concerned authorities from time to time.

Question: What is the exam pattern for the M.Sc Computer Science Entrance exam at Modern College, Pune?

Ans: Modern College Of Arts, Science & Commerce, Pune conducts an entrance exam for M.Sc. (Computer Science). The entrance exam will be of 100 Marks and consist of Multiple Choice Questions with no negative marking. 

Question: Can students from other states and universities also apply for the M.Sc. degree at Modern College, Pune?

Ans: Yes, students from other states and universities can also apply for admission to the M.Sc. degree. However, Only 10% of seats are available for students from other universities other than Savitribai Phule Pune University. For students from states other than Maharashtra, the admission shall be done depending upon the availability of vacancies in accordance with eligibility norms prescribed by the university.