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Bachelor of Computer Applications

duration Duration

  • 4 Years

eligibility Eligibility

  • Pass in Class XII (any discipline). Students awaiting final examinations results are also eligible to apply.

calendar Admission Calendar

  • Last Date for Submission of Completed Application Form: 24 June 2024

The Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program provides a sound academic base in computer skills and applications from which an advanced career in computer applications can be developed. The students get a good conceptual grounding in computer usage and its practical business applications.

Admission Calendar
Last Date for Submission of Completed Application Form 24 June 2024
Last Date for payment of admission fee 15 July 2024
Interview and Admission Decision on or before 28 June 2024
Reporting at the ICFAI University for submission of certificates and verification by producing originals and registration 15 July 2024 &
16 July 2024
Payment of First Semester Fee On or Before
22 July 2024
Commencement of Preparatory Classes 22 July 2024 -
26 July 2024
Commencement of Regular Classes 01 August 2024

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Programme Code: UST001

Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA) under NEP_2020 is a four years full time degree program to provide a solid foundation in fundamentals of computer application and information systems. In the four years of study, the focus is on training the students of the program in the core courses, elective courses, designing and analyse of information systems and its applications and learning about various research methodologies. The courses are intellectually demanding and are taught by faculty to prepare the students with in-depth knowledge of various subjects related to Information Technology along with the basic concepts of management and communication skills.

To impart basic understanding of concepts, strategies, tools and techniques of information technology.

To provide a strong foundation in all technical aspects of computers and their applications.

To develop communication and soft skills necessary for contemporary IT professionals.

To give hands on experience in IT application in industry through projects on computer application software.

Student who passed BCA are hired as software developer, Web Developer, Programmer, System Engineer, Network engineer, System Administrator, teachers, etc.

At the end of the BCA course, students will be able to

Understand the fundamentals of Computer Application and different technologies.

Understand, analyze and develop computer programs, web design and networking.

Apply standard software engineering practices and methodology to develop software.

Understand the architectures and logic behind computer hardware.

Students can equip themselves to work in the field of computer applications.

They can pursue higher studies.

Can take up self-employment as per global software market.

The students will acquire a strong foundation of technical knowledge in computer science.

They acquire programming skills in various programming languages.

They will cultivate analytical and critical thinking skills to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems in the field of computer science and information technology.

They will gain exposure to industry-standard tools, technologies, and practices to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world applications.

They will develop a passion for lifelong learning, keeping up with emerging technologies and trends in the field of computer science and information technology.

Year

Semester: I

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

I

DSC I

UCADSC111

Introduction to C++

3

-

2

5

DSC II

UCADSC112

Fundamentals of Computers

5

-

-

5

DSE I

UCADSE111

Management Information System

3

1

-

4

DSE II

UCADSE112

Digital Logic

3

1

-

4

IC/MC

UCAMCS111

Statistics for Computer Application

2

1

-

3

AEC I

UCAAEC111

Modern Indian Language (Hindi)

1

-

1

2

AEC II

UCAAEC112

Modern Indian Language (Garo)

1

-

1

2

AEC III

UCAAEC113

Modern Indian Language (Khasi)

1

-

1

2

SEC

UCASEC111

Soft Skills

2

-

1

3

CVAC I

UCADSC111

Introduction to Constitution of India

2

-

-

2

CVAC II

UCADSC112

Digital Marketing

2

-

-

2

Total Credits in Semester I: 26

Semester: II

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

DSC I

UCADSC121

Introduction to Python Programming

3

-

2

5

DSC II

UCADSC122

Introduction to Database Management System

3

-

2

5

DSE I

UCADSE121

Foundation of Information Security

3

1

-

4

DSE II

UCADSE122

E-Commerce

3

1

-

4

IC/MC

UCAMCS121

Mathematics for Computer Application

2

1

-

3

AEC

UCAAEC121

English Language Skills

1

-

1

2

SEC

UCASEC121

Computer Assembly and Repairing

1

-

2

3

CVAC I

UCAVAC121

Value Education

2

-

-

2

CVAC II

UCAVAC122

Environmental Education

2

-

-

2

Total Credits in Semester II: 26

SEC

UCAINT121

INTERNSHIP

1

-

3

4

Total Credits earned after Year I: 56

Year

Semester: III

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

II

DSC I

UCADSC231

Data Communication and Computer Networks

3

-

2

5

DSC II

UCADSC232

Operating System

5

-

-

5

DSE I

UCADSE231

Computer Graphics

3

-

1

4

DSE II

UCADSE232

Data Warehousing and Data Mining

3

-

1

4

IC/MC

UCAMCS231

Introduction to Financial Accounting

3

-

-

3

AEC

UCAAEC231

Communication Skills

1

-

1

2

SEC

UCASEC231

Data Analytics

2

-

1

3

CVAC

UCAVAC231

Voter Education and Electoral Literacy

2

-

-

2

Total Credits in Semester III: 24

Semester: IV

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

DSC I

UCADSC241

Data Structure through Python

3

-

2

5

DSC II

UCADSC242

Introduction to Cloud Computing with Amazon Web Services

3

-

2

5

DSE I

UCADSE241

Introduction to LINUX

3

-

1

4

DSE II

UCADSE242

Foundation of Cryptography

3

1

-

4

AEC

UCADSC241

Technical Report Writing

1

-

1

2

MOOCS

4

Total Credits in Semester IV: 20

Total Credits earned after Year II: 44

SEC

UCASBC241

SKILL-BASED VOCATIONAL COURSE

1

-

3

4

Total Credits after Years I and II: 104

Year

Semester: V

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

III

DSC I

UCADSC351

Software Engineering

5

-

-

5

DSC II

UCADSC352

Java Programming

3

-

2

5

DSE I

UCADSE351

Software Testing and Quality Management

3

1

-

4

DSE II

UCADSE352

Mobile Computing

3

1

-

4

MOOCS

6

Total Credits in Semester V: 20

Semester: VI

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

DSC I

UCADSC361

Fundamentals of Web Designing using PHP

3

-

2

5

DSC II

UCADSC362

Artificial Intelligence

4

1

-

5

DSE I

UCADSE361

Introduction to Block Chain Technology

3

1

-

4

DSE II

UCADSE362

Theory of Computation

3

1

-

4

MOOCS

6

Total Credits in Semester VI: 20

Total Credits earned after Year III: 40

Total Credits earned after Years I, II and III: 144

Year

Semester: VII

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

IV

DSC I

UCADSC471

Compiler Design

5

-

-

5

DSC II

UCADSC472

Design and Analysis of Algorithm

3

-

2

5

DSE I

UCADSE471

Machine Learning

3

1

-

4

DSE II

UCADSE472

Internet of Things

3

1

-

4

MOOCS

6

Total Credits in Semester VII: 20

Semester: VIII

Category

Code

Course Title

Credits

L

T

P

C

DSC I

UCADSC481

Research Methodology

4

-

1

5

DSC II

UCADSC482

Academic Reading and Writing for Research

4

-

1

5

DSE

UCADSE481

Mechanics of Research Writing and Research Proposal

3

-

1

4

SEC

UCASEC481

Research Project /Dissertation

-

-

12

12

Total Credits in Semester VIII: 26

Total Credits earned after Year IV: 46

Total Credits earned after Years I, II, III and IV: 190

Admission Modalities

The Admission Modalities are with reference to the campus-based programs offered by the ICFAI University, Meghalaya at Tura & Shillong campuses. The medium of instruction is English.

Eligibility

Pass in Class XII (any discipline). Students awaiting final examinations results are also eligible to apply.

Students of Class XII who have not received the original certificates from the Board by July 18, 2024 will be admitted provisionally. Their admission will be confirmed subject to their passing the qualifying examination. The registration of the candidates not meeting the criteria by September 16, 2024 will be cancelled and admission fee will be forfeited and only 50% of the semester fee will be refunded after notifying the cancellation of the seat by the University.

Admission Criteria

  • The selection of applicants into the Program is made through screening of application and interview.
  • While evaluating students for admission, due weightage is given to their academic distinction, awards in sports/cultural events, debates, quizzes and other extra co-curricular activities.
  • Original certificates and Domicile certificate should be produced for verification at the time of payment of first semester fee. The original certificates will be returned after verification.

Special Reservation

  • There shall be a special provision for admission of students belonging to the State of Meghalaya in any course of ICFAI University, Meghalaya, which shall not be less than 25 (twenty-five) percent of seats in each course / discipline subject to the students meeting the minimum qualifying requirements referred to above.
  • Seats remaining unfilled under special reservation may be filled up by allotting the same to students belonging to Open Category.

Students interested can apply by any one of the following methods

  1. Online Application

    Applicants can apply online by filling up the Application Form available at www.iumeghalaya.edu.in and make payment of Rs. 300 towards online Registration charges by using Credit / Debit Card (Visa / Master Card / Citibank Card) or Internet banking option using secure internet payment gateway. Applicants applying online should attach their scanned colour photograph along with the Online Application. The Prospectus will be sent to such applicants.

  2. Fill the Application Form

    Applicants can fill in the application form and send it to the Admissions Office.

The applicants are advised to read the guidelines carefully before completing the Application Form for Admission.

Application Form

  • Please make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria before filling up the form.
  • Fill the Application Form in Capital Letters.
  • Provide all the available information under appropriate sections.
  • Make sure to sign the Application Form.
  • Retain a photocopy of the completed Application Form.
  • Enclose a Bank Demand Draft / Receipt for online payment for Rs. 300.

Applicants have to enclose attested copies of the following certificates (Attestation should be done by any Gazetted Officer/Principal of the College).

  • Date of Birth Certificate/Class X Certificate.
  • Marksheet of Class XII/Degree certificate (as may be applicable).
  • Domicile Certificate.
  • Migration Certificate
  • Any other certificates pertaining to academic and other activities.
  • Please paste your recent passport size colour photograph on the Application Form given on next page.

The completed Application Form for Admission along with a Bank Demand Draft / Receipt for online payment for Rs. 300 (drawn in favour of ‘The ICFAI University, Meghalaya - Fee Collection A/c’) may be submitted to:

The Admissions Officer, The ICFAI University, Meghalaya, Tura Campus

Danakgre, (Near BSF Camp), P O Araimile,

Ph: 9612885981, 8014241976

E-mail: admissions@iumeghalaya.edu.in

Website: www.iumeghalaya.edu.in

The Admissions Officer, The ICFAI University, Meghalaya, Shillong Campus

Phawa Ville, Near Shillong Law College, Dhankheti,

Ph: 0364-2220057, 9485158603, 8794250646

E-mail: admissions@iumeghalaya.edu.in

Website: www.iumeghalaya.edu.in

Fee Schedule

Fee comprises of Admission Fee and Program Fee.

Admission Fee (Non-Refundable)

Admission Fee of Rs. 6,000 is to be paid by all the selected candidates immediately after the admission decision is announced. *Foreign students have to pay an admission fee of Rs. 7,000. The last date for payment of admission fee is July 10, 2024.

Caution Deposit (Refundable)

Students have to pay Rs 3,000 as Caution Deposit along with the first installment of Program Fee. The Caution Deposit will be refunded without interest after adjusting for dues, if any, to the students on completion of the Program.

Program Fee

Students have to pay the program fee at the beginning of each semester, as per the due dates which will be indicated in the Student Handbook. The first semester fee is to be paid on or before July 21, 2024.

Program Fee per semester (Rs.) Total Program Fee (Rs.)
Domicile Non-Domicile International Domicile Non-Domicile International
BCA (6 semesters) 18,000 25,500 31,500 1,08,000 1,53,000 1,89,000

Domicile: Students from State of Meghalaya. Non-Domicile: Students from States other than Meghalaya.

All payments should be made by way of Challan/Bank Demand Draft drawn on a Scheduled Commercial Bank in favor of “The ICFAI University, Meghalaya - Fee Collection A/c” payable at Tura/Shillong, Meghalaya.