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

B.Sc Computer Application

Course Overview: The B.Sc in Computer Applications programme is a three-year undergraduate degree programme that teaches students about various aspects of computer technology and functionality.

- This course provides students with broad understanding of computer programmes and programming languages.

- It is a comprehensive study of the computer system and its applications that assists students in honing their logical and analytical skills.

- Students are taught HTML programming, database requisitions, and the Object-oriented programming language, which prepares them to deal with important issues in the IT industry.

- Students interested in learning the essentials of IT and various computer programming languages will benefit from this course.

- During this course, students will gain practical knowledge of Windows, computer operating systems, programming languages, and web design.

- Primarily designed to cover all areas of study that will help students prepare for a fulfilling career in the software industry.

- Some of the most popular B.Sc. Computer Applications subjects include Windows Operating System, Programming Language, Web Designing, HTML, Linux, and others.

- The course also covers Office Automation, Database Fundamentals, Application Programming, Computer Organization, and System Analysis & Design.

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 in Science Stream or DOEACC Level 3 or an 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

Govt. Maharani Laxmi Bai Girl’s PG, Bhopal - Merit

Christian Degree College, Lucknow  - Entrance & Merit both

Magadh Mahila College, Bihar - Entrance

Patna Science College - Entrance

Dayanand Brajendra Swarup College, Kanpur - Entrance

Nirmala College, Ranchi - 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 work in the following fields:

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 - 6 LPA

BCA

Course Overview: Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA) is a three-year undergraduate programme that teaches the essentials of computer application and software development.

- The course instructs students on how to use a computer and its applications, as well as how to solve and overcome problems that arise as a result of their use.

- It equips students in knowledge about data structures, database systems, and computer networks.

- This degree will help you build a solid academic foundation for a future career in Computer Applications.

- BCA is almost identical to BTech in terms of content. The fact that BCA is a three-year programme rather than a four-year programme is a significant advantage.

- It equips students with advanced understanding of programming languages such as C, C++, Oracle, Python, and Java, as well as Web design, business intelligence, and database management systems.

Subjects:

Computer Fundamentals

C- Programming

System Analysis and Design

In-depth working of a computer system

Organizational Behaviour

Visual Basic

Computer Laboratory

Agile Systems

Web Technology with PHP

Python Scripting

Computer Networks (Cisco Track)

Computer  Organization and Architecture

Database Management System & Modeling

Eligibility: Students who have completed a 10+2 Science stream of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and have passed a board examination from a recognised board are qualified to take this course. Computer science and mathematics should be the primary subjects of the 11th and 12th grades.

Top Colleges & Admission Process:

Symbiosis International, Pune - Entrance

Christ University, Bengaluru - Entrance

Loyola College, Chennai - Merit and PI

Stella Maris College, Chennai - Merit

Amity Institute of Information Technology - Merit

Kristu Jayanti College, Bangalore - Merit and PI

Women’s Christian College, Chennai - Merit

St. Joseph’s College, Bengaluru - Entrance

Madras Christian College, Chennai - Merit

Goswami Ganesh Dutta S.D. College, Chandigarh - Merit

GGSIPU, Delhi - Entrance

Delhi University - Merit

Bharati Vidyapeeth - Entrance

Career Prospects: Students can work in the following fields:

Software Developer

Technical Analyst

System Administrators

Programmer

Tech support

Computer Support Specialist

Computer Systems Analyst

System Administrator

Front-End Web Developer

Software Publisher

Database Administration

E-Commerce Executive

Software Publishers

Average Salary: INR 3 - 7 LPA

Hope this information helps!

All the best!

Hello aspirant,

BSc Computer Science is more concept-oriented while BCA is application -oriented. BCA course will teach you about current technologies and applications , and gives you a basic idea of currently used programming languages. But BCA course will not provide you with an in-depth conceptual understanding.

The B.Sc (CS) course mainly focuses on the mathematical and theoretical foundations of computing, rather than teaching specific technologies that may quickly become outdated. The course prepares you for higher education.

Eligibility:

10+ 2 Pass in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry & Maths.

BCA is more professionally oriented; it prepares you for post-graduate or research work and also creates professional manpower for problem solving through application of computer science at the interface of business and technology. BCA can also be pursued via distance learning . It covers:

• computer science,

• programming,

• database design,

• software engineering,

• networks

• and information systems

Eligibility Criteria:

50+% at HSC with a Maths background + an entrance test.