Hi Harshal,

B.Tech and BCS seem to be alike but they have differences too.  These differences determine which one is best for you.

B.Tech in Computer Science is an under graduate course of 4 years duration and it deals with the overview of basic principles of computing and its application in practical life. It focuses on the engineering considerations in the computing system design, its implementation and its overall usage in human life. This course gives special attention to the programming concepts in different languages.

B.C.S stands for Bachelor of Computer Science and it is an under graduate course of 3 year duration and one who completes this course is generally referred to as Computer Scientists. This course mainly deals with the mathematical and theoretical foundations of computing. They also focus on programming concepts in various computer languages.

B.Tech in Computer Science and Opportunities

The person with a B.Tech in Computer Science graduation has a great scope ahead. He can go for various higher studies including Masters Degree in Computer Science, Master of Business Administration and also he can do various short term and long term certifications which enable him to grab a better job with good salary. After pursuing B.Tech in Computer Science, he has a lot of job opportunities available in the Government organizations as well as Private firms. Some of the job profiles for a B.Tech in Computer Science graduate include the following:-

Software Engineer

Software Tester

Technical Support

System Analyst

Almost all types of firms are computerized today and there will be need of a variety of software projects for various applications every now and then and because of that, there is a need of Computer Engineer in every field.

B.C.S and Opportunities

A person with a B.C.S degree has a great career ahead. They can pursue various higher studies including a Masters Degree in Computer Science, Master of Business administration and also they can undergo various research programs. They have a lot of job opportunities in the public as well as private sector which offers them a very good salary. Some of the areas where a B.C.S degree holder can work include the following:-

Application theory

Development of specialized languages

Development of Information Technologies

Design of Knowledge based systems

Design of Programming tools

Key difference between B.C.S and B.Tech in Computer Science

B.Tech in Computer Science is a course of 4 year duration whereas B.C.S is a course of 3 years duration. The person who completes B.Tech in Computer Science is referred to as a Computer Engineer whereas a person with a B.C.S degree is referred to as a Computer Scientist. B.Tech in Computer Science deals with the overview of basic principles of computing and its application in practical life whereas a B.C.S course deals with the mathematical and theoretical foundations of computing. The job opportunities, job profile, as well as the salary packages of a B.Tech in Computer Science graduate and a B.C.S graduates, are extremely different.

I think this has given you the right idea and now you know which is best for you according to your interest.

Hii Harshal,

It depends on your choice whether to go for job or higher studies.

For higher studies and research you should prefer to go for BCS, the graduates are known as Computer Scientist.They also have good job opportunities but many prefer this degree to pursue higher studies.

For job preferred students,they should go for B.Tech,the graduates are known as Computer Engineers.The jobs are best compared to BCS.

Hello aspirant,



Benefits ofB.Sc. Computer Science:



If you have some Social responsibility (like financial issue, family need or relocation issue) and you would like to finish your graduation as early as possible then you may select B.Sc as it will be completed in 3 years instead of 4 years in case of B.Tech. Also course contents and syllabus level is somewhat easier than that of B.Tech, so you may spare some good amount of time for other responsibilities or commitments.



Fees are less compare to B.Tech course.



If you are specifically interested to study computer science and you are not getting admission in B.Tech Computer Science (or similar type of branch as CS) then you can go through BSc CS where you can learn your interested kind of subjects. Moreover after completion of BSc CS, you are eligible for applying in MCA (which can be considered as equivalent to B.Tech CS)



If above If... are not constraints for you then I would like you to go with B.Tech.



Benefits of B.Tech.:



You will get more technical exposure in B.Tech. compare to B.Sc. CS. Moreover, First year of B.Tech course comprises of Basic knowledge of various Engineering fields like Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Computer, Mathematics, etc. Which can be very helpful in your career.



If you get selected for B.Tech in CS then undoubtedly you will be getting better course contents and deeper knowledge of Computer science and its subjects.



B.Tech will offer wide career options and decent future than B.Sc. CS



If you get admission in a good B.Tech college / university then you will be having a good platform to develop your technical skills and knowledge at State or National level; if you are capable enough.



My personal vote goes for B.Tech but, situation and view are different for person to person. So you have to decide what is better for you.

If you put your best efforts in study and if you really deserve then I believe any of above courses will offer you a bright future.

THANK YOU........

Hi Harshal, comparing bith courses, B.Tech Computer Science has more value compared to BCS course. Although it is a 4 year course, the placements can be guaranteed to provide higher quality companies and packages to be very high compared to Bcs. You also have scope to do M.S in Computer Science and also take up gate exams for M.Tech or PSU chances as part of future studies for B.tech. You get to learn more of technology oriented subjects more in B.Tech and also gives an early exposure to the technology used in IT companies. It is also the best to obtain product company placements along with service company placements which is not easy with BCS course. Hence I would say please prefer B.Tech course over BCS.