BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
A full-time 150 Credits programme preparing students for careers in IT, software development, and emerging technologies.
Programme Overview
The BCA Programme is a full time 150 Credits program offered by Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune and conducted at its management institutes in Delhi, Karad, Kolhapur, Pune, Sangli, and Solapur. All the six institutes have excellent faculty, Laboratories, Library, and other facilities to provide proper learning environment. The University is reaccredited by NAAC with an 'A+' grade. The expectations and requirements of the Software Industry, immediately and in the near future, are visualized while designing the BCA programme. This effort is reflected in the Vision and Mission statements of the BCA programme. Of course, the statements also embody the spirit of the vision of Late Dr. Patangraoji Kadam, the Founder of Bharati Vidyapeeth and Chancellor, Bharati Vidyapeeth University which is to usher in "Social Transformation through Dynamic Education."
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
The Bachelor of Computer Application (Honors) Four Years degree programme has the following objectives:
To prepare the youth to take up positions as system analysts, system engineers, software engineers and programmers.
To aim at developing 'systems thinking', 'abstract thinking', 'skills to analyze and synthesize', and 'skills to apply knowledge', through 'extensive problem solving sessions', 'hands on practice under various hardware/software environments' and 'projects developed'.
To prepare students with 'social interaction skills', 'communication skills', 'life skills', 'entrepreneurial skills', and 'research skills' which are necessary for career growth and for leading quality life.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
On completion of BCA (Honors) Four Year Degree Programme the expected programme outcomes:
Computational Knowledge
Understand and apply mathematical foundation, computing and domain knowledge for the conceptualization of computing models from defined problems.
Problem Analysis
Ability to identify, critically analyze and formulate complex computing problems using fundamentals of computer science and application domains.
Design / Development of Solutions
Ability to transform complex business scenarios and contemporary issues into problems, investigate, understand and propose integrated solutions using emerging technologies.
Conduct Investigations of Complex Computing Problems
Ability to devise and conduct experiments, interpret data and provide well informed conclusions.
Modern Tool Usage
Ability to select modern computing tools, skills and techniques necessary for innovative software solutions.
Professional Ethics
Ability to apply and commit professional ethics and cyber regulations in a global economic environment.
Life-long Learning
Recognize the need for and develop the ability to engage in continuous learning as a Computing professional.
Project Management
Ability to understand management and computing principles with computing knowledge to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
Communication Efficacy
Communicate effectively with the computing community as well as society by being able to comprehend effective documentations and presentations.
Societal & Environmental Concern
Ability to recognize economical, environmental, social, health, legal, ethical issues involved in the use of computer technology and other consequential responsibilities relevant to professional practice.
Individual & Team Work
Ability to work as a member or leader in diverse teams in multidisciplinary environment.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Identify opportunities, entrepreneurship vision and use of innovative ideas to create value and wealth for the betterment of the individual and society.
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
After the completion of the course, a student is able to:
Ability to learn the various programming languages with database concepts along with development environment.
Ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to solve business problems through data communication technology concepts.
Flourish the innovation and research attitude to develop IT artifact.
Foster analytical and critical thinking abilities for efficient programming.
Demonstrate and apply the programming knowledge to develop effective software solution.
Key Information
Duration
3/4 Years
Fees / Year
₹ 2,00,000/-
Locations
Pune, Delhi, Navi Mumbai, Karad, Sangli, Kolhapur, Solapur
Eligibility
Passed 12th or equivalent Examination.
Subject to the above condition, the final admission is based solely on the merit at the All India entrance test (BU-MAT) conducted by Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University, Pune).
Specialization Areas
Career Prospects
After graduation, the students will be able to work in the IT industry as per their interests. Some of the popular job choices for BCA graduates are listed below.
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