B.Sc Computer Science

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

B.Sc Computer Science or Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is an Under-Graduate Computer Science course in the IT domain. The course curriculum is divided into six semesters. A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science focuses on some core subjects such as Computer Programming Theory, Electronics, Mathematics, and Statistics.

Computer Science is an engineering science that studies the principles and use of computers. The course may be abbreviated as B.C.S- Bachelor of Computer Science, B.S in Computer Science, or Bachelor of Science in Computer Science depending upon various Institutes, providing it.

The duration of a Bachelor of Computer Science is three years with a number of Semesters which are generally 6 in number, 2 terms per year. Computer Science Degree Program curriculum includes Theory papers and Laboratory practicals based on mathematical and theoretical foundations of computing.

Bachelor of Computer Science (Honors) is also available in various Institutes. Bachelor's Degree Courses in Computer Science can also be pursued through a Correspondence or Distance Education program, one of the institutes provides Dual Degree Courses where one can pursue two Degree Courses in four years. That institute is Annamalai University, which provides a Dual Degree B.Sc Computer Science Course of four years duration with an additional Degree program with a certain choice of courses in Arts, Commerce, etc, for example, B.Sc Computer Science & B.Sc Visual Communication.

B.Sc Computer Science Course Eligibility

• Aspiring students should have completed 10+2 or its equivalent examination from a recognized University
• Should possess at least 50% aggregate marks at the intermediate level
• 10+2 must be completed with Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and English being the subjects
• Some reputed Institutes may conduct entrance examinations as well
• Those who have 3 years of Diploma Course after SSC or Intermediate Commerce or Arts Examination are also eligible

B.Sc Computer Science Course Syllabus

Syllabus of Computer Science course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

B.Sc Computer Science Course Colleges

Government Colleges

• Annamalai University (AU), Tamil Nadu
• Mumbai University (MU), Mumbai
• Post Graduate Government College, Chandigarh

Private Colleges

• Christ University, Bangalore
• Chandigarh University (CU), Chandigarh
• Jain University (JU), Bangalore
• Lovely Professional University (LPU), Jalandhar
• Sharda University, Uttar Pradesh
• SRM Institute of Technology (SRM IST), Chennai
• Vellore Institute of Technology University (VIT), Vellore

B.Sc Computer Science Course Suitability

• Candidates who have an interest in computers, both hardware and software should pursue this course.
• This course is for individuals who want to learn the software language and programming aspects of the computer and the knowledge of the operating system, programming language, database, Networking, Software Testing, and further.
• Candidates who want to become entrepreneurs after completing their graduation can opt for this course. It allows them to start their own consultancy firms.
• Aspirants who are interested in improving their knowledge about computers to get a promotion or improve their career prospects can opt for distance or online courses.

How is the B.Sc Computer Science Course Beneficial?

• The scope of job opportunities in the IT sector is demanding more Computer professionals, both in Government as well as the Private sector.
• The graduates of B.Sc Computer Science can find jobs in a wide range of companies such as Computer Hardware System Companies, Computer Networking Companies, Software Development Companies, Academic Institutions, and many more.
• Similarly, graduates can make the world a safer place by taking the job of security engineers who protects people from hackers and other malicious software.
• The candidates would also be open to research because the field of study is continuously morphing.

B.Sc Computer Science Course Employment Areas

• Government Agencies
• Banking Sector
• Consultancies
• Electronic Equipment Manufacturing Companies
• Financial Institutions
• Insurance Providers
• System Maintenance Centres
• Software Development Companies
• Security and Surveillance Companies
• Technical Support Centres
• Schools/Colleges

B.Sc Computer Science Course Job Types

• Data Analyst
• Database Designer / Database Manager
• Cyber Security Manager
• Game Designer
• Graphic Designer
• IT Specialist
• Mobile App Developer
• Network Engineer/Programmer
• Quality Analyst / System Analyst
• Systems Architect
• Software Engineer / Software Developer
• Web Developer / Website Developer

Advanced Courses in B.Sc Computer Science

• M.Sc Computer Science
• MCA / MCA Computer Science
• Master of Computer Management (MCM)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)