Admission Process

• Admissions will be given based on score obtained in

graduation and personal interview.
• Candidates who have appeared in the final year
examination can also apply.
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• Allocation for SC, ST, SEBC etc. categories will be as per the
rules of the University and State Government of Gujarat
prevailing at the time of admissions.

Eligibility
The candidate should have passed any of the qualifying examination as mentioned
during the current year.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science | Computer Applications | Information Technology
or Equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology
• Bachelor's Degree in Science ( Maths | Statistics | Physics | Chemistry | Electronics )
• Any Bachelor’s Degree + Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications from
UGC recognized University.

TWO YEARS
POST GRADUATE
MSc (IT) PROGRAMME

Faculty of Computer Applications and

Information Technology
MSc (IT) Programme
GLS University, GLS Campus, Opposite Law Garden,
Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad 380 006
Tel. : +919409583791, +91(079)26447636, 26447638
Mail : mscit@glsuniversity.ac.in
Web: https://www.glsmscit.org
https://www.glsuniversity.ac.in/msc-it.html
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/glsmscit
https://www.youtube.com/c/GLSMScIT
FACULTY OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS AND
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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 GLS University
The zenith value of GLS University is to provide an ideal
and innovative learning environment and continue the
tradition of excellence in the education of the
sponsoring body of the University, viz... Gujarat Law
Society (GLS). GLS established in the year 1927, is one
of the largest and oldest educational institutions in the
state of Gujarat. GLS was promoted by luminaries
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Shri Ganesh Mavlankar, the
first Speaker of the country, and Shri I. M. Nanavati
with the vision of Excellence in Education. GLS
University was established in April 2015 under Gujarat
Private University Act-2009. In a short span, GLS
University has become a Prestigious University with
15,000+ students 10+ departments, and 20+ programs
in diverse disciplines like Business Management,
Design, Law, Computer Application, Engineering,
Commerce, Performing Arts, and Research at
Undergraduate and Post Graduated levels which
provides enhanced learning experiences through their
e x c e l l e n t a c a d e m i c q u a l i t y, w e l l - e q u i p p e d
infrastructure, innovative teaching methods, creative
curricular design, experienced faculty, and industry-
oriented programs.
GLS University is a modern organization that retains
the cultural & heritage values of providing a creative
learning environment in a manner that is nationally
entrenched, regionally recognized, and globally
relevant. GLS University is a safe and inviting space
with student-centric infrastructure located in the heart
of Ahmedabad. Within the lush green campus of the
University, students avail all the facilities of learning
and recreation such as modern classrooms, computer
labs, library, indoor and outdoor sports areas, gym,
seminar halls, auditorium, canteen, and so on.
“The power of open source is the power of people. The people rule” - Philippe Kahn
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With its heritage in Gujarat's pioneering education
field, GLS University has been an innovative force in
education for many years. Our strong relationships
with industry and impeccable career services
complement high-quality teaching to ensure GLS
students gain the knowledge and skills they need to
match their ambition. Our academicians are experts in
their fields and driven to deliver research that makes a
meaningful social and environmental impact on the
nation.
GLS University is also known as an education hub with
liberal thoughts and rigorous learning along with
policy from NEP - 2020. We offer flexible entry-exit
options in relevant programs and also a dual degree
program to accelerate the multi-discipline approach
for students. GLS University also aligns with an
industry-oriented curriculum and offers an industry
apprenticeship program through various corporate
collaborations which leads the university to focus on
experiential learning.
Our new strategic plan is supported by three key pillars
which provide a foundation for GLS University to focus
on and expands over the next 10 years through
meeting societal needs; expanding GLS University's
global presence; and promoting skill-based education.
GLS University offers students a high-quality
educational experience that prepares them for
success in life, as well as research that addresses
society's most persistent challenges. Our creation and
transfer of knowledge contribute every day to our
country's global competitive advantage and make the
world a better place.
From the President’s Desk
Dear Prospective Students,
Greetings from GLS University!!!!
We are a dynamic university established in 2015
and uniquely located in the heart of Ahmedabad.
Our goals are to pursue high levels of excellence,
promote innovation and nurture creativity to
improve people's lives. In a city where East meets
West, our vision is to become globally recognized
for professional education, one that emphasizes
the mutual enrichment of different cultures and
intellectual traditions, and for research that makes
a real difference.
In keeping with this vision, since its inception in
1927, Gujarat Law Society the sponsoring body of
GLS University has distinguished itself by its
excellent academic program delivery, faculty
acquaintance, Corporate Partners, Global Strategic
Alliances, and Visionary Leaders. Our alumni are
making significant contributions across sectors and
around the world and thousands of professionals
opted for their education at our university.
As a globally acclaimed university, we emphasize
diversity, intercultural learning, and a global vision.
Our distinguished faculty are recruited from all over
the nation. We have established an excellent
international network of academic collaborations
and developed our curriculum in collaboration with
numerous international education institutes.
“Programming is the art telling another human being what one wants the computer to do.” – Donald Knuth
We have built world-class amenities and facilities
for all the University’s stakeholders, providing an
adequate environment for innovative learning
experiences and space for originality. GLS
University always believes in revolutionizing its
infrastructure as per the requirement of time in this
innovative ecosystem of education.
GLS University is a pioneer in its focus on providing
education at par with the best in the world. We aim
to help students become well-rounded individuals
who can think significantly about issues from
multiple points of view, communicate effectively,
and become leaders with a commitment to public
service.
GLS University's education strongly emphasizes
foundational knowledge, thorough academic
research based on rigorous pedagogy, innovative
curriculum, and hands-on experience with real-
world challenges. It prepares students to be ethical
leaders in a diverse and complex world. We know
the industry requirement regarding skills and the
ability to groom the student by focusing on the
Intelligence quotient, Emotional quotient,
Analytical quotient, & Creative quotient.
GLS University follows the National Education Policy
(NEP) 2020, which aims to make the education
system holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary, and
aligned to the needs of the 21st century and works
towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
The intent of policy seems to be ideal in many ways,
but it is the implementation that lies the key to
success.
Our vision for the next decade is to provide a holistic
environment in terms of infrastructure, faculty,
learning & development environment, research
orientation, innovation capability, and international
outreach to the students which will ensure their
overall grooming and development enabling them
to compete in national as well as international
scenarios.
Sudhir Nanavati
President
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 MSc (IT) Programme Course Outline
The MSc (Information Technology) is a full time, two year course, intended for students who are seeking a
At FCAIT we believe in holistic development and thus focus on concepts, practical implementation, self-
professional career in the IT industry. learning and industry experience.
This course introduces you to the modern theories and skills used to design, develop and manage IT systems,
processes and technologies. You learn how to apply your IT knowledge and skills to the development and Semester – I Semester – II
management of software and web systems.
The course has been specifically developed to allow students to specialize in one of five different tracks to • NoSQL Databases • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
meet the need of the IT sector. The graduates are expected to be employed as computer programmers, • Design and Analysis of Algorithms • Computer Communication and Networking
web developers, data analysts and in similar other positions. • Cloud Computing and Virtualization • Cyber Security
• Object Oriented Analysis and Design • Web Services
• Practical 1: NoSQL Labs • Practical 1: Machine Learning with Python
• Practical 2: Object Oriented Programming with • Practical 2: App Programming using Flutter

Career Prospects •
Python
Capstone Project - I
•
•
Practical 3: Web Programming with PHP Framework
Capstone Project - II

Semester – III Semester – IV

The student will be offered 2 core subjects + 1 • Industry Internship

BUSINESS Entrepreneurship and Soft Skill subject and 4 subjects
based on the elective track
DATA ANALYST
Compulsory Subjects:
• Software Engineering
• Distributed Ledger Technology - Blockchain
• Entrepreneurship and Soft Skills
• Elective Track
APPLICATION
ANALYST

Semester - III Elective Track Subjects

INFORMATION
SYSTEMS Web Programming Mobile Computing
MANAGER
• Semantic Web • Mobile Communication & Networking
• Principles of Web Designing • Mobile Computing Fundamentals
• Practical 1: Web Programming using Ruby on Rails • Practical 1: App Programming using Android
WEB • Practical 2: Web Programming using Java • Practical 2: App Programming using iOS
DESIGNER

Network and Cyber Security Data Analytics

DATABASE
IDMINISTRATOR • Intrusion Detection and Ethical Hacking
• Cryptography and Network Security
• Practical 1: Working with Network Analysis Tools
• Practical 2: Vulnerability Testing
• Statistics for Data Science
• Analytical Database Models and Design
• Practical 1: Big Data Analytics using Hadoop
• Practical 2: Data Analytics and Visualization

SOFTWARE
ENGINEER
Internet of Things

• Embedded Systems • Practical 1: Programming using Raspberry pi & Arduino

• Wireless Sensor Network and IoT Fundamentals • Practical 2: Programming Using Python

MScIT Programme Page - “Programming is the art of algorithm design and the craft of debugging errant code” -Ellen Ullman I think a lot of the basis of the open source movement comes from procrastinating students” – Andrew Tridgell

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 Unique Features Campus Resources
Two years Masters programme designed Student centric learning pedagogy Full furnished AC classrooms and tutorial rooms.
to offer domain specialization. systems.
Library with more than 11000 Computer Science books.

Industry association with 100+ reputed A Capstone Project spread across two 50 journals including open access journals of Computer Science & Engineering and other related subjects.
IT companies. semesters for real life application learning.
Access to 150+ computers with Ubuntu 18.04 LTS and 60 computers with MAC OS.

International Immersion programme Full time Industry Internship of 4 months Experimental Laboratory for hands-on unscheduled experiments.
that provides global experience to students. in current area of Computer Applications. Secured network having Ubuntu 18.04 LTS servers with necessary software and firewall.

Dedicated multiple high speed Internet connection of 100.0 Mbps.

Programme designed using Open Source A University with high success rate and
Technologies as a delivery platform. excellent student support. Campus wide WiFi facility provided through state of art HP Aruba solution.

World class gymnasium and auditorium.

Five specialization tracks Data Analytics,
Network and Cyber Security, Internet
of Things, Mobile Computing and
Web Programming to choose from.
Expert Faculty team comprising of
Residential facilities with fully furnished AC/Non-AC rooms for boys and girls.
experienced academicians, experienced
IT Managers and Consultants.

Capstone Project
In Semester 1 and 2, the students of MSc (IT) are given a self-learning capstone project on innovative
topics of recent advances in Computer Science. The students have to research the topic and prepare
a report and presentation. Few of the topics assigned to the students are:

Urban Eat
Vision Host House Smart
(One stop solution
(Accessibility tool (PG Solution for Shopping Cart
for
for travellers with stay, (Direct Billing
budget food
blind people) food, guide etc.) App)
items)

MedTrade Smart Society Smart Billing

(Online Medicine (Society (Smart Water
Distribution Management Metering
System) System) System)

CoupON Grafico E-Grocery Learn-X

(Coupon (A platform Mart (Platform
Distribution for (Online for
for Retail Graphics Grocery Alumni
Business) Designer) Store) interaction)

Recycle and
MopNMaid Urban Greens Park
(Platform (Platform to (Plastic Waste
for maid connect Collection and
services) Nurseries) Recycle
System)

"In theory, theory and practice are the same. In practice, they're not." – Yoggi Berra “In true open source development, there's lots of visibility all the way through the development process” - Brian Behlendorf

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 Hackathon
Hackathon is a platform whereby young students can leverage their technical skills to solve real life challenges
posed by various industry experts. NFT based solutions for museums, fake profile identification for social media,
speech and language recognition, automated attendance system for anganwadi, designing wearable devices
for women safety are some of the real-life issues suggested by the stakeholders across the state. Students
participating in the Hackathon work back-to-back for 36 hours to identify the solution to such issues through the
development of applications/website/prototype. Students get an opportunity to interact with the experts from
the industry.
App Development
When you study MSc (IT) at GLS university you will not only learn to design and develop an application but also how
to make it live on the Play store. Our students get an in-depth knowledge of various mobile technologies during the
course of study. Students in co-ordination with the faculty have created several applications in Android and iOS
technologies that are currently live and in use. Official MSc (IT) App, Expense Tracker App, Smart Calculator App, She
Secure App, Sarathi App, Cyber Shadez App, GLSU Youth Festival App, GLSU Annual Sports Meet, English Gueta App
and many more are available on Android store. iOS version of our official MSc (IT) App is also available on Apple
Store.

Won joint first prize of Rs. 50,000 at the Smart India Hackathon, 2022

Won prizes at EthIndia- World's largest Won second prize of Rs. 30,000 in
Ethereum Hackathon held at Bangalore and at their problem definition
Hackout’22, Gandhinagar. NARI(Women safety application) at SSIP 2022

“Any fool can write code that a computer can understand. Good programmers write code that humans can understand.” – Martin Fowler “The real beauty of open source is that you can pick up right where someone left off and start right there” – Matt Mullenweg

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 School of International Studies Accommodation
And Extended Facility
GLS University's School of Interna onal Studies prepare and nurture the students for the Global Exposure.
The department offers various global, pathway, and immersion programmes through our well-established
arrangements and rela ons with other foreign ins tutions of repute.
Elevate your student living experience with affordable luxury only at The Hive Hostels
At The Hive Hostels, we have curated every space and experience to suit your ever-
changing moods and needs!
GLS University’s Immersion
Programmes can provide We strongly believe that your hostel should be a place that enables you to relax, unwind
and refuel- so you have the power to win the world!
students an exposure to
Partnering more than foreign educa on in Everything and More - You Just Name It!
50 Foreign Ins tutions very short span.

Lucra ve
Scholarship
The Global Program Opportuni es
can get the student
a world recognised Comfy Bed Study Table Spacious Cupboard High-Speed Wi-Fi
bachelor’s degree.

Student can become

an Interna onally Coffee Machine Pick-up & Drop Service Laundry Service Delicious Meals and
Accepted Employee.
Whatnot!

Hand-on prepara on
A Place where you Inspire and Be Inspired
of English Proficiency
The Hive Hostels is more than just a roof and 4 walls-it's your comfort zone, a habitat, your own space where you
and Paperwork
Students can save huge amount can meet like-minded people, leam from them, and teach them a thing or two. Here you can express your vision
for immigra on and talk about your dreams and goals without being judged.
on their first year’s studies and
the living cost of foreign
land as it takes place in India. When you are here, you are Never Bored
The Hive Hostels, in simple words, is a junc on of func ons. From the sacred fires of Holi and Lohri
Contact No: +91-9998552369 | Email: interna onal@glsuniversity.ac.in to the joys of Diwali, Eid, and Christmas and even the thrills of Cricket and Football - we just need a
chance to put your best clothes on and get partying!

International Collaborations

*GLS University has collaborated with The Hive Hostels for hostel
Contact : +91 95826 74319, 1800-572-0709 facili es where hostel is not managed and owned by GLS University

“The free sharing and teaching of open source is incompatible with the notion of the solitary genius" - Golan Levin “In open source, we feel strongly that to really do something well, you have to get a lot of people involved” -Linus Torvalds

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 Campus Life FCAIT provides a healthy
environment to its student during
Tech Fest : Cyber Shadez 2023
their stay in campus. Students of
MSc (IT) programme take part in The institute orgaized National Techfest - CyberShadez 2023 themed on ‘Cyber Security’.
various activities like Sports Meet, More than 1100 participants from 90+ institutes and 19 states across India participated in the event.
Youth Festival, Technical Events,
Garba Celebration, Industry Visit,
Picnic, etc. These activities keep
them rejuvenated and provide
opportunities to interact with their
counterparts.

“Programming allows you to think about thinking, and while debugging you learn learning.” – Nicholas Negroponte “Don't worry if it doesn't work right. If everything did, you'd be out of a job.” - Mosher's Law of Software Engineering

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 Pedagogy Placement @ FCAIT
For students of the MSc (IT) programme, placements are a vital culmination to their academic pursuits. The
placement process allows an organization to visit the institute and witness the efforts that have gone into
grooming the young computer science aspirants.
At our institute, the placement process is a team effort. The Placement Committee consisting of the Head, the
Placement Coordinator and the faculty member work alongside the students in all the stages, right from
conceptualizing and designing the brochure to invite companies for the campus recruitment.

FCAIT Placement cell trains the students in the following areas:

Grooming : Resume Building, Analytical Thinking, Decision Making, Work Ethics, and
Communication Skills.
Training : Mock Interviews, Group Discussion, Presentation Skill, Aptitude Tests, Corporate
Communication and Correspondence.
Pedagogy like Lecture, Presentation, Webinars,
Practical, Workshop, MOOC, i-Talk, Study Tour Campus Recruitment : Online Test, Written Test, Group Discussion, Interviews.
and Industry project are used to develop
conceptual, analytical, knowledge gathering
and decision making skills of the students and
to prepare them to face the challenges of the
organizational environment. Teaching activities
are done in well sanitized classrooms and
computer laboratories.
More than 75+
90% placements IT Companies
over the years visited campus last year

A GLIMPSE OF OUR RECRUITERS

4C InfoEngg I-Link Infosoft Pvt. Ltd. Synoverge Technologies

Anblicks iView Tatavsoft
Bacany Knovos Tech Compose

Fostering Entrepreneurship Biztech IT Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. Learniphi Technology Pvt. Ltd. Tech Holding

At FCAIT we have realized the emerging need for entrepreneurs in today’s world, and therefore the institute BizzAppDev Systems Pvt. Ltd Hidden Brains InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. Tech Mahindra Loadstone
strives towards implanting a seed of entrepreneurship in the minds of young IT graduates. Continuous Cybercom Creation Net-Square Solutions Pvt. Ltd. The One Technologies
efforts are made to make the students aware of avenues in self-employment.
Cygnet Inc Radixweb Third Rock Techno
Some highlights:
eInfochips Redefine Solution WebCodeGenie Tech. Pvt. Ltd.
• In last seven years, the institute has been successful in mentoring a number of students to become
entrepreneurs. Global Vox LLC Sarjen Systems Pvt. Ltd. WebineIndia
• Mr. Kartik Joshi alumnus of first batch of MSc (IT) programme spearheads Techsamvaad Pvt. Ltd. a Gateway Corp SoluLab WebOccult Technologies
startup recognized under DIPP and funded by Government of Gujarat.
Infosense Global Space-O Technologies Yudiz Solutions Pvt. Ltd
• Mr. Kanish Patel, Mr. Sahil Acchva, Mr. Harsh Gandhi and Mr. Satish Devnani are some of our
successful entrepreneurs. Inventyv Streebo Inc. Zealous Web

“If debugging is the process of removing bugs, then programming must be the process of putting them in.” -Edsger Dijkstra "In open-source, the power lies in connecting the author of the software directly to users, eliminating the middleman.” – Peter Fenton

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