B.Sc. Computer Science

In this article, we will have an in-depth analysis of B.Sc. Computer Science course. It is a job oriented professional course. This article covers topics such as – course details, duration, eligibility criteria, syllabus, admission process and career prospects.

B.Sc. Computer Science

B.Sc. stands for Bachelor of Science. B.Sc. Computer Science is a Bachelor’s Degree program. Technically, it is a Science course! This course is popularly known as ‘B.Sc. in Computer Science’ and BCS (Bachelor of Computer Science).

 

As the name suggests, this professional course focuses on the discipline of computer science. The course covers important topics related to computer science such as – coding, programming languages, computer hardware and software, networking, database management, information technology, mathematics, statistics and electronics.

 

The academic program consists of both classroom lectures and lab sessions. Lab sessions (practicals) are as important as classroom lectures, when it comes to CS! Numerous colleges (both Government and private) across India offer this academic program.

 

B.Sc. Computer Science graduates have access to jobs from sectors such as – Software development, IT, Banking, Consultancies etc. Graduates have excellent employment opportunities (both Government and private) available in front of them.

 

Course details

 

Type of course

It is a Bachelor’s Degree course

 

Duration

The academic program is 3 years long. Each year is divided into two semesters. The entire program consists of 6 semesters.

 

Let us check out the eligibility criteria –

 

Eligibility criteria

The general eligibility criteria is – 10+2 passed from a recognized board with PCM subjects OR passed valid (and relevant) 3 years long Diploma course from a recognized institute.

 

But it has been noticed that eligibility criteria may vary from one institute to another. But reputed institutes stick to the criteria that has been mentioned above.

 

Admission process

Reputed institutes rely on merit based admission process. Marks scored by students in 10+2 board exam and/or relevant entrance test is taken into consideration. Based on the marks scores, a merit list is formed.

 

Depending upon the cut-off marks, seats are allotted to deserving candidates. Some institutes are also known to conduct their own selection/entrance test.

 

Syllabus

Here are some of the important subjects present in B.Sc. Computer Science course –

  • Fundamentals of Computer
  • Programming in C
  • Mathematics
  • Calculus
  • Physics
  • Environmental Studies
  • Theory of Matrices
  • Object Oriented Programming C++
  • Visual Basic .NET
  • Relational Database Management System
  • Advanced Calculus
  • Differential Equations
  • Communication Skills
  • Data Structure
  • ASP.NET
  • Graph Theory
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Networking
  • Computer Graphics
  • Java Programming
  • Fundamentals of PHP
  • Operating System
  • Software Testing
  • Fundamentals of Mobile Computing
  • Data mining and Data warehousing

PG courses and further studies

B.Sc. Computer Science graduates may go for the following PG courses –

  • MBA
  • PGDM programs
  • M.Sc. (relevant discipline)
  • Advanced Diploma (technical) courses

Career prospects and job opportunities

B.Sc. Computer Science graduates have both government and private job opportunities available in front of them. Some of the prime recruiters are –

  • Software companies
  • MNCs (Technical support wing)
  • MNCs (IT wing)
  • IT companies
  • Banks
  • Consultancies
  • Educational institutes
  • Relevant Government departments

 

In the above mentioned work setups, B.Sc. Computer Science graduates may take up the following job profiles –

  • Software engineer
  • Software developer
  • System admin
  • IT officer
  • Consultant

 

Also read:

Science courses after 12th

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B.Sc. courses after 12th

Blockchain Technology courses

Artificial Intelligence courses

 

Ample self-employment opportunities are also available in front of B.Sc. Computer Science graduates. They may start their own software company or start freelancing.

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