Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) is a popular academic program among the students if the 21st century. This is an applied IT program with maximum of IT credit hours offered at this level.
This BCA program of Pokhara University has an integration of IT with business and management, which adequately develops the managerial skills with the modern business or organizational aspect. On completion of the program, the graduates will be eligible for getting admission to MCA, MBA, MIS, MIT, MSc. And other master level courses at recognized universities anywhere around the world.
Further, the graduates of BCA program will get enough opportunities to work as IT Officer, system developer, system analyst, software engineer, system administrator, etc. within and outside the country.
Objectives of the ProgramThe BCA program is designed to impart both theoretical and practical knowledge of computing. On completion of the program the students will be able to:
- Demonstrate professional competence in developing software and in the design and implementation of complex computer systems and information systems.
- Demonstrate a substantial understanding of concepts in key areas of computer applications.
- Carry out required analysis and synthesis involved in computer systems, information systems, and computing applications.
- Demonstrate sound practical skills to address problems, which arise from computing systems and applications.
Admission ProcedureApplication forms for admission are available in the college after paying the required amount, during admission period published in local and national newspapers. Eligible applicants should appear in the entrance test comprising of English, Mathematics, and General Knowledge both for BBA and BCA programs. General concepts of accounts will be additional subject for entrance test for BBA students. A merit list of the applicants will be made based on the percentage on the intermediate exams, interview and written tests.
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Intermediate marks |
10% |
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Interview |
10% |
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Written Test |
80% |
Only meritorious students in entrance test will be called for an interview.
Eligibility
- The candidates should have completed Class 12 examination of NEB or equivalent level from a recognized academic institution.
- The candidates should have studied a course (having at least 100 full marks or 5 credits) of Mathematics (Mathematics/ Business Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics) or Computer Science/Computer Application in SLCE (class 11 or class 12) examination of NEB or equivalent level.
- The candidates should have scored a minimum of 45% or a CGPA/GPA of 2.0 (in a scale of 4.0) and at least Grade C (in case of A-level, at least Grade D) or 45% in Mathematics/Computer Science. The minimum criterion of Grade C (in case of A level, Grade D) or 45% does not apply to other courses.
Admission Criteria
Every year Thirteen (13) students get scholarships to study Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) at Pokhara University.
Name of College and scholarships quota:
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SN |
Name of College |
Scholarships seats (Quota) |
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1 |
LA Grande International College, Simalchaur, Pokhara Kaski |
2 |
|
2 |
Crimson College of Technology, Devinagar Rupandehi |
2 |
|
3 |
Oxford College of Engineering and Mangement, Gaidakot, Nawalparasi |
5 |
|
4 |
Lumbini Engineering, Management and Science College, Bhalwari, Butwal Rupandehi |
0 |
|
5 |
National Academy of Science and Technology (Dhangadi Engineering College),Dhangadi, Kailali |
2 |
|
6 |
Rapti Engineering College, Sital Nagar, Dang |
2 |
Job Prospects
There are numerous employment areas of this field, viz. quality management and standards, education and training, research, software development, database design, software configuration management, web application development and so on. In reality IT is so deep rooted in our lives that without the use of technology life can’t be thought of in easier ways.
Prospect Careers
Curricular Structure
COURSE STRUCTURES
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First Semester |
Credit(s) |
Second Semester |
Credit(s) |
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English-I Mathematics-I Programming Logic and Techniques Digital System Computer Application |
3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 1 Credits |
Business communication Mathematics-II Programming Language Financial Accountancy-I Fundamentals of Electrical & Electronics Project – I |
3 credits 3 Credits3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 2 Credits |
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Third Semester |
Credit(s) |
Fourth Semester |
Credit(s) |
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Microprocessor Data Structure& Algorithms Object Oriented Programming System Analysis and Design Financial accountancy-II Management Information System |
3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits3 Credits |
Visual Programming Numerical Methods Operating System Database Management System Compute Graphics Project –II |
3 credits 3 Credits3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 4 Credits |
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Fifth Semester |
Credit(s) |
Sixth Semester |
Credit(s) |
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Networks & Data Communication Compute Architecture Web Programming –I Java ProgrammingManagement Information System |
3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits |
Multimedia Technology Software Engineering Web Programming -II Probability & Statistics Project –III |
3 credits 3 Credits3 Credits 3 Credits 4 Credits |
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Seventh Semester |
Credit(s) |
Eighth Semester |
Credit(s) |
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Electronic Commerce Economics Elective –I Internship |
3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits 3 Credits |
Linux Organization Management Final Project Electives-II |
3 credits 3 Credits6 Credits 3 Credits |
Elective Subjects
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Computer |
Management |
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Geographical Information System Artificial Intelligence Advance Multimedia Advance Java Distributed Database System COM/DCOM Programming Advanced Programming Concept Data Mining and Warehousing |
Project Management International Business Marketing Management International Marketing Sales Management |
