Bachelor of Computer Application

The Department of Computer Applications, affiliated with Bangalore University, was set up in 2006 with an intake capacity of 60. The current intake for the BCA programme is 240 students. The department is empowered by proficient and qualified teaching faculty and technical staff committed to the cause of quality education.

Bachelor of Computer Application is a three-year undergraduate degree programme that offers expertise in the field of Computer Applications. The BCA syllabus, at Acharya, is well-rounded. It ensures that students are prepared with the knowledge and skills to join rewarding IT jobs after BCA.

With a wide range of career prospects, the BCA course is a favourite amongst students. The IT sector offers excellent job opportunities for those looking at launching their careers there as Web Developer/Designer, Software Developer, Programmer, Software Tester (Automation / Manual) and various others with a degree in BCA.

Faculty members for the BCA Programme are well-qualified and skilled in their specializations, offering a prodigious learning experience to students. The proctor system at Acharya assists bonds to the parents unswervingly. This ensures that parents are notified continuously about their children's performance and development.

Career Scope

Career options for these graduates are huge & it is one of the most promising and rewarding field. IT specialists are required in almost all range of employment fields such as finance, arts, medicine, defense, design, development, testing, evaluation, networking, system administration etc.

  • A heterogeneous Profession.
  • Money-spinning Career Projections.
  • Comprehensive Job Options.
  • Manifold Specializations Accessible.
  • A Reasonably priced Education.
  • Waged Internships at IT firms.
  • Prodigious Networking Prospects.
  • Higher education opportunities.

Vision

Acharya Institutes, committed to the cause of value-based education in all disciplines, envisions itself as the fountainhead of innovative human enterprise, with inspirational initiatives for academic excellence.

Mission

  • To impart knowledge to students in functional areas of business so that they may pursue careers in management and excel in different fields of management
  • To incorporate extensively – along with theoretical knowledge sharing – various skills (viz., Presentations, rapid reading, geo political awareness, time management) needed for managerial effectiveness
  • To promote knowledge through research – both applied and conceptual relevant to management
  • To enhance the decision – making skills and administrative competence of students
  • To motivate students to apply management techniques to new and innovative areas of management

Duration : 3 Years

Eligibility : 1) A candidate who has passed the two-year Pre-University examination conducted by the Karnataka Pre-University Board or any other examination considered as equivalent thereto shall be eligible for admission.
2) A candidate who has passed JODC/Three-year Diploma in Engineering of Government of Karnataka or any other examination considered as equivalent thereto shall be eligible for admission to First Year degree course.

The educational objectives of a program are the statements that describe the expected achievements of graduates within first few years of their graduation from the program. The program educational objectives of Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering can be broadly defined on four counts:

  • Core knowledge: Application knowledge: Our graduates imbibe practical and theoretical knowledge in analyzing and solving problems related to Computer Applications
  • Application knowledge: Our graduates imbibe practical and theoretical knowledge in analyzing and solving problems related to Computer Applications
  • Professionalism: Our graduates inculcate technicality with leadership, ethical and innovative skills such that they can face hurdles in their profession and it encourages them to become entrepreneurs
  • Basic Knowledge: Able to apply knowledge of computer applications to solve the problems of real world by designing modern computing tools & techniques
  • Experiments and Practice: Able to identify, analyze and perform experiments to solve computer applications related issues
  • Environment and sustainability: Able to understand the impact of the computer applications and prepares to design innovative methodologies for solving complex real life problems for the betterment of society
  • Ethics: Able to apply ethical principles and committed to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the computer applications practice.
  • Individual and Team work: Able to work effectively both as an individual and a team leader on a multi disciplinary projects
  • Communication: Able to communicate effectively so that they can effectively present technical information in oral & written reports
  • Life-long learning: Able to recognize the need and ability to engage in lifelong learning in the context of technological changes
  • Entrepreneurship: Able to become future entrepreneurs
  • PSO 1: Able to acquire knowledge about modern tools & techniques in the field of Computer Applications and to apply the same in solving complex real world problems
  • PSO 2: Able to gain awareness on avenues in the field of computer applications and to provide optimum solutions
Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) is an undergraduate programme that prepares students with the skills and knowledge required to build a career in the IT Industry. The programme is focused on different aspects of computer application such as computer programming, database management, software development, computer networking etc.
In order to pursue a BCA degree, it is not always compulsory to have Mathematics as a subject in the Pre-University exams. However, a basic understanding of mathematics can be an added advantage while learning certain aspects of computer applications.
With the world getting increasingly digitized, the demand for skilled professionals from the BCA programme is also rising. BCA graduates can explore money-spinning career opportunities in the Information Technology (IT) sector. Computer application is required across varied industries and sectors. From e-commerce to defense, BCA professionals are always in high demand.
Choosing between BBA or BCA completely depends upon individual choices and career plans. BCA is a suitable programme for individuals willing to learn computer application and software development. Whereas, BBA is suitable for candidates who are interested in business management and operations. Both BCA and BBA have brilliant career scopes.
After completion of BCA, students can opt for higher education in relevant programmes such as MCA or MBA. This can help students to enhance their career prospects. Graduates can also choose to seek employment and fit into job roles such as technical analyst, web developer, digital marketing, software developer, etc.