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Course Details

Shanmugha Arts Science Technology Research and Academy (SASTRA), Thanjavur offers a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) in an online mode. The SASTRA University Online MCA programme is designed to equip students with theoretical and practical skills in the world of computing. Spread across four semesters, the MCA online course curriculum at SASTRA University covers subjects like Data structures, Operating systems, Big Data Analytics and other Computer Science related subjects. It will also expose students to a strong foundation in computer applications and information technology. Upon successful completion of the online MCA from SASTRA University, students will be awarded a total of 80 credits.

Programme Offerings

video lectures
Webinars
Learning Management System
Self Learning Materials
experienced faculty
Affordable fee structure
Credit-based online course
Interactive online classes
Internal assessments
Certification

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the SASTRA University Online MCA, students must meet the eligibility criteria. As per the online MCA eligibility criteria, they must possess a graduation degree with Mathematics as one of the subjects in class 12 or in graduation.

Admission Details

The MCA online degree admission is based solely on the merit of the candidates. Eligible candidates are required to register themselves on the official university website and then complete the admission process by filling up the application form online. Applicants must remember that their names should be the same as mentioned in their documents. They must have a correct permanent address and active mobile number with a valid email ID of their parents and themselves. They should also remember that the online MCA fees must be paid in online mode and will be non-refundable. Candidates will have to pay the entire course fee if they decide not to proceed with the course after the admission process has ended.

Application Details

In order to fill up the online MCA application form, candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:

Visit the official website - https://www.sastra.edu/dodeprogramme/index.php
Select the online MCA course
Click on the ‘Apply/Register’ option; a new window will appear
Fill in all the required details and submit

Details to be filled in the online application form

The following details have to be filled in by the students in the online MCA application form:

Name
Date of birth
Gender
Email ID and mobile number
Address
Country
Parents details
Caste, Community, Religion
Programme applying for
Branch
City, State, Country

The Syllabus

The online MCA syllabus at SASTRA University spans four semesters containing all the subjects and topics that will provide students with an understanding of the design of complex computer applications. The programme will also build a strong foundation in computer applications and IT while developing communication and managerial skills to evaluate, assess, develop, deploy and maintain software projects. Students can find the detailed SASTRA University Online MCA syllabus below:

Data Structures & Algorithms
Numerical & Statistical Analysis
Computer Organization & Architecture
Operating Systems
Professional Communication (Semi Theory & Semi Practice)
Data Structures & Algorithms Laboratory
Numerical and Statistical Methods Laboratory
Operating System Laboratory
Soft Skills - 1

Database Management Systems
Software Design and Testing
Object Oriented Analysis and Design
Mathematical foundation for Computer Science
Elective I
Advanced Java Programming (Semi theory and Semi practical)
Database management systems laboratory
Software design and testing laboratory
Soft skills - 2

Algorithm design and analysis
Web Technology (Semi Theory and Semi Practical)
Big Data Analytics
Elective II
Elective III
Algorithm Design Laboratory
Information system development laboratory
Big Data Analytics Laboratory

Theory and practices of artificial intelligence (Semi Theory and Semi Practical)
Network principles and protocols
Elective IV (Complete through SWAYAM)
Machine Learning techniques and applications
Project work and Viva Voce

Elective I

Compiler Design
Information Security
Computer Simulation & Modeling
Optimization Techniques
Combinators & Graph Theory

Elective II (Semi Theory and Semi Practical)

XML Applications
Mobile Computing
Cloud Computing
Graphics & Multimedia
Assembly Language Programming

Elective III

Digital Image Processing
Natural Language Processing
Digital Signal Processing
Internet of Things
Soft Computing Techniques

Elective IV

Enterprise Resource Planning
Customer Relationship Management
Supply Chain Management
E-Commerce
Design Thinking
Information Technology & Infrastructure Management

Evaluation Process

SASTRA University will conduct examinations in an online proctored mode. The exam comprises internal assessments and the end-semester exams. The internal assessment holds 30 marks whereas the end-semester exams have 70 marks. The examination will be held for a total of 3 hours at the end of the semester for each credited course. On gaining a passing grade, the student accumulates the course credits as earned credits. His/her performance is measured by the number of credits that the student has earned and the weighted grade point average. A student will be declared to have passed a course if he/she secures the ‘D’ grade based on continuous internal assessment and the end-semester examination marks put together.

SASTRA University Thanjavur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the minimum eligibility criteria to pursue the online MCA from SASTRA University?

An interested candidate must have passed graduation from a recognised university having Mathematics as one of the subjects either in graduation or in class 12.

2: How long will it take me to finish off the degree in case I take an online MCA course?

The online MCA at SASTRA University is a two-year postgraduate degree course which is divided into a total of four semesters.

3: Where will I get the online MCA application form?

You must visit the official website of the University - https://www.sastra.edu/onlinedodeform/ and follow the admission process.

4: Do I need to visit the college campus to take online MCA classes?

No, the classes will be conducted in online mode and you must not visit the college campus for attending the online MCA classes.

5: Will there be any examination at the end of the semester?

Yes, an online examination of three hours duration will be conducted at the end of each semester. The exam will be held for a total of 100 marks out of 30 marks allotted for continuous internal assessment and the other 70 marks will be for the end-semester examination.