MS Computer Science with AIML Concentration

The MS Computer Science with AIML Concentration is an engaging yet rigorous course split into 2 parts - 4 months online course and 16-months on-campus program (with Mercy University, USA) designed for students to develop practical knowledge and skills, establish a professional network, and accelerate entry into the field of Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and big data.

The MS Computer Science with AIML Concentration program equips students with the skills needed to meet the high demand in the field of Computer Science. The curriculum focuses on essential areas such as Data Visualization, Data Analysis techniques, Data Engineering Skills, and provides hands-on experience through real-world projects. With diverse programming options, students can tailor their studies to align with their interests and career goals. Additionally, the program facilitates the development of a strong professional network, allowing students to connect with industry leaders. Graduates of the program can pursue rewarding careers as Machine Learning Engineer, research scientist, Data Scientist, Business Intelligence Developer & data scientist. Upon program completion, students also have the opportunity to apply for OPT in the U.S.A., and receive support from Mercy University Career Services to kickstart their careers in the United States. 

The online program is designed for professionals with limited data analytics experience to help them build their understanding from the basics to an advanced level. The program covers important Data Science concepts such as statistics and exploratory data analytics, probability, principal component analysis, machine learning & artificial intelligence, Aligned Mathematical Theory, applications, signal processing and many more.

The online learning experience will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. The on-campus learning experience will offer students the opportunity to engage directly with faculty.

Post successful completion of the program, a Master's degree in MSCS AIML shall be conferred upon by Mercy University.

No, the program is designed to be completed in its entirety, and cannot be taken as standalone modules.

The MSCS program offers a comprehensive curriculum and expert faculty that prepare students for the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Below are a few compelling reasons why students should study MSCS AIML at MercyU: 

• Students will acquire a solid grasp of the theoretical foundations of Computer Science, laying a robust groundwork for their understanding of advanced concepts and practical applications.
• Students will develop essential skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities, which are integral for success in the ever-evolving fields of technology and data analysis.
• Students will cultivate a profound understanding of the pivotal technologies in computer science, equipping them with the expertise required to navigate the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
• Students will have the ability to articulate Computer Science concepts, designs, and solutions in a professional and comprehensible manner, facilitating clear and productive collaboration.
• Graduates will be adept at creating efficient and effective algorithms to address real-world issues, showcasing their problem-solving prowess and practical acumen.
• Students will possess the skill to analyze and evaluate the complexity and computability of solutions to real-world problems, enabling them to make informed decisions and design optimal solutions.
• Graduates will excel in mining, analyzing, and visualizing data, harnessing the power of information to make informed decisions.

All students in the USA with a valid F-1 Visa are not eligible to work off-campus. Rather, such students are eligible to work on-campus as graduate assistants or research assistants or other on-campus ad-hoc jobs and receive compensation, beginning in their first semester. The list of available positions will be provided in advance of the Fall semester (please note the number of these positions are limited and not guaranteed).

Yes, upGrad will help you prepare for the English proficiency test to establish your current English proficiency to be eligible for the Master's program in the USA.

Mercy University offers 3 intakes for students coming through the accelerator route. The first intake of the year will be the January intake, second and third intake of the year will be May & September. Though the application process for Mercy University will start during the Mercy University online program, you will be able to go to Mercy University in the nearest intake which is at least 3 months away from completion of your Mercy University program.

upGrad will apply for you to Mercy University once all the documents are provided by you (as given in the offer letter issued to you by upGrad). Apart from the documents mentioned in the offer letter of Mercy University you will have to give proof of English proficiency for application of admission in Mercy University. upGrad will support you to get your English proficiency scores within 3 months of the start of the batch to accelerate this process.

This program is right for:

• Individuals with a strong academic background, particularly from Science/Engineering/Technology.
• Ideal for individuals seeking career opportunities as Computer Vision Engineer, Software Engineer, Robotics Engineer, Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Algorithm Engineers.
• For those seeking to elevate their careers in robotics, automation, or related fields, our program opens doors to high-demand positions and higher earning potential.
• If you’re a tech enthusiast with a strong interest in emerging technologies and a desire to work on projects at the forefront of innovation, this program offers the exposure you're looking for.

For Mercy University- (Online)

• Bachelors degree in  B.Tech / B.Sc / BCA in CS/IT with minimum 60% marks or above.
• The maximum backlogs (ATKTs) accepted will be 10.

For Mercy University- (On-campus)

• The applicant must successfully complete a MS Computer Science with AIML Concentration (Term 1) from Mercy University with an aggregate of minimum 3.0 GPA and 2.33 GPA or above in each course.
• English Proficiency Requirements are TOEFL iBT >= 80 or IELTS score >= 6.5 or PTE >= 53 or Duolingo >= 110.

A relevant professional work experience is recommended but not mandatory.

There are 4 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed as.
Step 1- Complete Application -Complete your application and submit the required details. The Admissions Committee will then review your application - which include your work experience & educational background.
Step 2- Apply for the Scholarship- Submit your Statement of Purpose to join a Mercy University Program.
Step 3- Get Shortlisted & Receive the Offer Letter- Upon qualifying, an Offer Letter will be sent to you confirming your admission to the course.
Step 4- Block your Seat - Block your seat with an initial payment of INR 25,000 to enroll into the Program. Begin your leadership journey.

• A scanned copy of your Class 12th Marksheet and certificate
• Scanned copies of your Undergraduate Degree, Transcript, and  Semester Marksheets
• Transcript of the MS Computer Science with AIML Concentration (Term 1)
• Scanned copies of your passport
• Statement of Purpose
• Two letters of recommendation (one academic and one professional)
• Photograph
• Resume
• Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL iBT, IELTS, PTE, etc.)

Yes, there is a one time international fee of $450.

Yes, upGrad will help with your Academic and Visa SOP and will also organize training on how to write a good SOP.

Living expenses in the USA for international students are approximately USD 16,000 per annum. The same needs to be reflected in your bank account.

In such cases, learners will be conferred upon with the Graduate Certificate in Data Science.

At least 12-15 hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to complete this program.

Peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer your queries within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts.

0% EMI with Finance partners /Credit card option availability will vary program wise.

1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, State Bank of India, CITIBANK and HSBC)
2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ?
Yes. 50000 is the minimum.

3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?
No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.

4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for the EMI transaction?
If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.

5. Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.

6. Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?
Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.

7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ?
Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.

8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ?
Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example :
HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000
ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000

9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.

10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?
Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.

11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?
Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.

Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000
Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850
[Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000
Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000

Refund Policy:
1. Students must pay an applicable Caution Amount for the enrollment to the Program. This Caution Amount will be adjustable against the total Program fee payable by the student. 
2. Once the student has made a partial or full payment of Program fee, such student can claim a refund for this amount at any time before the cohort commencement date by raising a refund request through ‘My applications’ page on our website (www.upgrad.com), stating the specific reason for the refund. The refund shall be subject to a deduction of INR. 20,000/- towards processing fee. If less than INR. 20,000/- have been paid in total, students shall not be eligible for any refund in such a case. 
3. Students shall not be eligible for a refund (under any circumstances) if the refund request is raised postprogram/Batch Start Date. In such a case, the student will continue to pay the EMI of his loan (if applicable), as the loan cannot be canceled. This is also applicable to students who could not complete their payment and could not get enrolled in their opted cohort. However, the student can request a PreProgram deferral as per the policy defined below for the same. 
4. Studentshall not be eligible for refund of any amount paid towards the Program in case any discrepancy is identified between your application and self-attested documents including but not limited to wrong details about your grades or any other incorrect information provided in your application. 
5. In case of a valid refund request post obtaining the loan from a third party credit facility provider, we would like to clarify that the responsibility of canceling the loan will lie with the student as upGrad is not privy to such arrangements between the student and the third party credit facility provider. 
6. If students do not provide documents as per the timeline mentioned in the offer letter, they will be deferred to the next batch but they will not be eligible for any refunds.

Deferral Policy: (Pre- Program Commencement)
1. If a Learner, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the Cohort Commencement Date, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch. 
2. However, the learner will be required to pay 50% of the Total Program Fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this condition is complied with, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort. 
3. A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for. 
4. The Learner has time till the current Cohort Commencement Date to make the payment of the 50% of the Total Program Fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the Learner asks for a refund after the Cohort Commencement Date, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply. 
5. The fee applicable to the deferred Learner will be as per prevailing Total Program Fee for the batch Learner as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).

Deferral Policy: (Post Program Commencement)
1. If a learner is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch.A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the Cohort Commencement Date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for. 
2. The Learner will be required to pay a deferral fee of 5% of the Total Program Fee (inclusive of taxes) if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts. 
3. The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid. 
4. Till this condition is complied, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort. 
5. The Learner has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee, post which the deferral request will expire, and the learner will continue as part of the current cohort. 
6. If the Learner completes the deferral payment, the Learner’s login will be disabled, The Learner will leave the deferred cohort and the Learner will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort. 
7. The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the Learner has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad. Case Deferral fee Before Program Commencement 50% program fee (including taxes) to be paid upfront- no additional deferral fee to be paid Post Program Commencement (0-7 days after program start date) 5% of the program fee (including taxes) to be paid within 7 days as deferral fee Post Program Commencement (8 days after program start date) Will have to continue as a part of the current cohort.