Computer Science and IT
Computer Science and IT is a rewarding and challenging discipline that relates to computers and information. It involves installing, maintaining, and improving computer programs, applications, and technologies with purposes that are intertwined into a business or a computer setting. While pursuing a Computer Science and IT degree students will learn how to build and design computer software and keep up to date with the rapid pace of developments in the field of Computer Science.
Computer and Information Technology are part of everything we do. Expertise in this domain will enable learners to express their true creativity and innovativeness to solve complex and challenging problems as computing professionals. Along with this, studies in this discipline have a good chance of polishing or developing a wide range of soft skills like analytical skills, project management skills, customer services, resilience, mathematical skills, team player, logical skills, problem-solving skills, critical thinking, technical skills, attention to detail, communication skills and the ability to face challenges.
STUDY LEVELS
Students keen on immersing themselves in Computer Science and IT can pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, or doctorate degrees. Academic degrees in this field include:
UG Certificate / Diploma in Computer Science
Bachelor of Science - Computer Applications (B.Sc.)
Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS)
Bachelor of Science (Computer Maintenance & Electronics)
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science Statistics)
Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Master of Science - Computer Science (MSc)
Master of Computer Application (MCA)
Master of Science (Statistics and Computer Applications)
Master of Technology - Computer and Information Science (M.Tech)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
PG Diploma/Certificate
PhD
Specialisations
Specialisations
Specialisations
- Computer and Network Security
Information Systems and Management
Human-Computer Interaction
Software Engineering
Bioinformatics
Data Science and Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Theoretical Computer Science
Management Information Systems (MIS)
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
Systems Development
Cloud Computing
Mobile Computing
Networking
Hardware Technology
Application Software
Software Development
Internet Working
Troubleshooting
Specialisations
- Computer Architecture and Organisation
Operating Systems
Computer Networks
Java Programming and Website Design
Software Engineering
E-Commerce and ERP
Object-Oriented Programming
Data Warehousing and Data Mining
Specialisations
- Electronics
Database Management Systems
Multimedia Applications
Data Structures
Engineering Mathematics
Design and Analysis of Algorithms
EMPLOYABILITY
Future opportunities for Computer Science and IT graduates are plenty for both individual and collaborative pursuits in Government and private sectors. Computer Science graduates are offered many lucrative careers in the IT sectors, educational institutes, hospitals, forensic crime research, research firms, and others. Job titles include:
Software Engineer
Technical Assistant
App developer / Programmer
Programmer / Analyst
IT Project Manager
Lecturer / Professor
Systems Analyst
Network Programmer
Cyber Security Manager
Database Manager.
For a Computer Application graduate, the line of career could include business analyst, database engineer, ethical hacker, hardware engineer, manual tester, technical writer, trouble-shooter, social media handler, web designer, and web developer.
An Information Technology enthusiast may be employed in educational institutes, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology industry, environmental management, and conservation testing laboratories as an IT support analyst, network engineer, IT consultant, technical sales representative, quality assurance analyst, and application analyst.
Over and above the job roles mentioned, some top recruiting companies for graduates in these subjects include:
Intel Accenture Wipro IBM Global Services TATA Consultancy Adobe
Google Facebook Cisco Microsoft Yahoo Paytm Flipkart Apple