Dear aspirant,

Hope you are doing well. As per your query what you do for postgraduation also depends what you have done for your undergraduation. If you have done B.SC in Computer Science then go for M.SC and if you have done BCA then surely go for MCA. The difference between the two is MCA deals with all the software related things whereas MSc deals with all the theoretical parts of hardware and software. MSc is a 2 years course whereas MCA is of 3 years. Hope you find this helpful. Thank you.

Dear student, 

MSc Computer Science Course and Opportunities

MSc in Computer Science covers various areas which can be applied to various areas like technology, science, business and education. A person who has done MSC computer science will have opportunities in software development, testing and networking. Companies such as Oracle, HP, Wipro, IBM, Compaq etc. are hiring people with MSC computer science qualification. A person who is very much interested in teaching computer science or doing research in the field of computer should definitely go for MSC computer science.

MCA Course and Opportunities

MCA course is suitable for those who wish to have a career in Software. An MCA degree holder will have great job opportunities in top level IT companies and consultancy firms. A person with MCA can become Software Programmer, Software Engineer, Software Developer, Systems Analyst, Software Application Architect, and Software Consultant.

Key differentiators between MSc Computer Science and MCA

MSc computer science is 2 years course where as MCA is a 3 year course. MCA deals with Computer application i.e. Software related. MSc computer science on the other hand deals with the theoretical details of hardware and software along with logic & algorithm. Those having a strong computational and scientific background opt for this field. The course also provides an excellent grounding for further research, either through PhD study or in a commercial setting.

All the best 

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