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Here’s a comparison between BSc Computer Application & BSc Computer Science:

BSc Computer Application

Course Overview:

The B.Sc. Computer Applications programme is a three-year undergraduate degree programme that teaches students about different aspects of computer technology and function.

- This course gain a wide range of practical knowledge in computer programmes and programming languages.

- It is a detailed study of the computer system and its applications that aids students in developing their logical and analytical abilities.

- Prepares students to deal with important issues in the IT industry by teaching them HTML programming, database requisitions, and the Object-oriented programming language.

- Ideal for students interested in studying the fundamentals of IT and various computer programming languages.

- Students will learn about practical knowledge of Windows, computer operating systems, programming languages, and web design during this course.

- Specifically designed to cover all areas of research that will assist students in being prepared for a rewarding career in the software industry.

- Windows Operating System, Programming Language, Web Designing, HTML, Linux, and other B.Sc. Computer Applications subjects are some of the most common.

- Office Automation, Database Fundamentals, Application Programming, Computer Organization, and System Analysis & Design are also included in the course.

Subjects:

Introduction to PC & Windows Operating System

Application Software

Practical (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point)

Introduction to Information Technology

Programming Fundamental

Practical (C Language)

Introduction to Web Designing & Practical

RDBMS using MS-Access

Practical (HTML and MS-Access)

Management Information System

Multimedia Tools

Desktop Publishing

Practical

Introduction to Linux & Net

Practical (Linux and Net)

Eligibility: 10+2 level in Science stream or DOEACC Level 3 or equivalent degree from a recognised educational board with a minimum aggregate score of 50%.

Top Colleges & Admission Process:

Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai - Merit

St Teresa’s College, Kerala - Merit

Suresh Gyan Vihar University, Jaipur - Merit

Government Maharani Laxmi Bai Girl’s PG, Bhopal - Merit

Lucknow Christian Degree College - Entrance & Merit both

Magadh Mahila College, Bihar - Entrance

Patna Science College - Entrance

Dayanand Brajendra Swarup College, Kanpur - Entrance

Nirmala College, Ranchi - Merit

PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore - Merit

Gossner College, Ranchi - Merit

Singhania University, Rajasthan - Entrance & Merit both

Kakatiya University, Telangana - Merit

DAV College, Kanpur - Merit

Magadh University, Bihar - Merit

Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Andhra Pradesh - Merit

Shanti Devi Arya College, Punjab - Merit

Karim City College, Jamshedpur - Merit

Yashwantrao Mohite College, Pune - Merit

Annada College, Jharkhand - Merit

Career Prospects: Students can find employment in following areas

Mobile Application Developer

Computer Programmer

Computer Operator

Application Support Analyst

Operations Manager

Senior Test Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

IT Senior Project Manager

Android Software Developer

Data analyst

Database administrator

Games developer

Information systems manager

IT consultant

Average Salary: INR 2 - 25 LPA

BSc Computer Science

Course Overview:

A bachelor's degree in computer science (B.Sc. Computer Science) is a three-year programme that focuses on the study of computer principles and applications. The core topic of the degree programme is the technical implementation of computers and information systems.

- Provides theoretical knowledge and skills in computer science and its applications.

- Covers all aspects of computer science and related subjects needed for a career in the software industry.

- Created with the aim of allowing students to apply their newly acquired skills and knowledge in the workplace.

- Covers problem-solving which is the most critical part of computer science.

- Students learn how to design, develop, and test software and hardware that can be used to solve problems in a variety of business, science, and social settings. Computer science has a significant human dimension because machines solve problems to assist humans.

Subjects:

Introduction to Digital Electronics

Basics of Computer Science

Environmental Sciences

Foundation course in Mathematics

Functional English-I

Front Office Management

Discrete Mathematics

Computer Organization

Fundamental of Open Source Software-LINUX

Value and Ethics

Object-Oriented Programming using C++

Operating Systems concepts

Introduction to Data Structures

System Analysis and design

Technical Writing

Analytical Skill Development

Database Management Systems

Introduction to Computer Network

Numerical Analysis

System Programming

Report Writing(Yantra)

Python programming

Introduction to Software Engineering

Mobile Application Development

Personality Development Program

Mini Project-I

Introduction to Web Technology

Project Work

Eligibility: Students must have earned a 50% marks in higher secondary school (Class 12) from a recognised board. Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics should be included in the science stream. In certain universities, having a Computer Science subject is also advantageous.

Top Colleges & Admission Process:

Delhi University -  Merit

Christ University, Bangalore - Merit

St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai - Merit

Loyola College, Chennai - Merit & PI

Fergusson College, Pune - Merit

Mithibai College of Arts, Mumbai - Merit

Oxford College of Science, Bangalore - Merit

Sacred Heart College, Kerala - Merit

Chandigarh University - Entrance

St. Joseph’s College Devagiri, Calicut - Merit

Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai - Merit

Career Prospects: Students can find employment in following areas

Software Engineer

Website Developer

Mobile App Developer

UI/UX Developer

IT Supervisor

Network Engineer

Technical Writer

Software Quality Assurance Tester

Average Salary : INR 2 - 6 LPA

For more details: BSc Computer Science

Hope this information helps!

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Dear Student,

in a bachelor's degree for computer science, you will be learning, how the computer functions as well as understanding the entire structure of a computer, from machine level to user level. Apart from that you will also be learning, working of a processor, working of a memory, working of loops, working of pipelines, which help you in identifying which algorithms to use to perform certain tasks, along with which hardware you require to get the best performance.

Whereas, in a bachelor's degree for computer applications, you will be learning, how to get things done with the help of a computer along with learning of various languages, techniques, structures etc.