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BSc full form is Bachelor of Sciences. It is a UG level course. BSc courses are offered in many formats such as full-time, part-time, distance/correspondence or certifications. Students can check out this page to know more about the types of BSc courses.

Types of BSc Courses

The types of BSc courses can be divided into the following types:

  • Full-time classroom mode

  • Part-time classroom mode

  • Distance learning/Corresponding mode

  • Degree courses

  • Certificate courses

The difference between the above-mentioned BSc course types lies in the method of course delivery, course duration and fees.

Popular BSc Courses

Some of the popular BSc courses in terms of subjects and specialisations are given below:

Specialised BSc Courses

Here, we have listed the specialised or niche BSc courses.

Note: The above list is comprehensive and not exhaustive

BSc Degree Courses

BSc degree courses are offered in full-time classroom mode for a duration of three to four years, depending on the subject or branch. The details of the BSc degree courses are given in the table below.

Particulars

Details

Duration

Three to Four years

Eligibility

Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream with minimum 50% aggregate

Admission process

Merit or entrance-based

Fees

INR 20,000 to INR 2 lakh

Pedagogy

Theory and practical-based course divided into semesters

Top entrance exams for BSc Degree Courses

The top BSc degree entrance exams are as follows:

BSc Distance/Correspondence Courses

Opting for BSc course in a distance or correspondence mode is a common choice among students who cannot pursue a full-time BSc course. Take a look at the course details here.

Particulars

Details

Duration

Three years

Eligibility

Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 20,000 to INR 40,000

Pedagogy

Theory and practical-based course divided into semesters

The BSc course in distance mode is offered for minimum three years duration. Before selecting a college to study BSc course in distance mode, students should check whether the institute is approved by the Distance Education Board (DEB) India. Some of the top universities offering BSc courses in distance/correspondence mode are as follows:

Part Time BSc Courses

As the name suggests, part-time BSc courses are offered to enable students study while pursuing an occupation or another full-time course. The duration of part-time BSc courses range from three to four years. The highlights of the part-time BSc courses are as follows:

Particulars

Details

Duration

Three to Four years

Eligibility

Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 20,000 to INR 40,000

Generally, students do not study part-time BSc courses for core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc. but for elective or specialised subjects such as:

  • Hotel Management

  • Digital Film Making

  • Media Graphics and Animation

  • Information Technology

  • Computer Sciences

Online BSc Courses

The pedagogy of online BSc courses is that it is offered over a digital platform wherein students need not attend a classroom to pursue the programme. Online courses are more flexible in terms of duration and mode of teaching that enables students to complete the BSc course as per their convenience. The details of the online BSc courses are given in the table below.

Particulars

Details

Duration

Three to Four years

Eligibility

Pass in Class 12 Board exam in Science stream

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 12,000 to INR 1 lakh

Some of the subjects that can be opted for the online BSc courses are as follows:

  • Business Analytics

  • Data Science

  • Information Technology

  • Cyber Security

  • Maritime Operations

  • Fire Science

  • Economics

Certificate BSc Courses

Certificate courses refer to short-term courses on specialised subjects to enhance knowledge of a student. The duration of BSc Certificate courses range from six months to 1.5 years. The details of the certificate courses are as follows.

Particulars

Details

Duration

Six Months to 16 Months

Eligibility

Pass in Class 10 Board exam

Admission process

Merit-based

Fees

INR 10,000 to INR 20,000

Some of the popular BSc Certificate course subjects are as follows:

  • Certificate in Water Harvesting and Management

  • Certificate in Food and Nutrition

  • Certificate in Sericulture

  • Certificate in Laboratory Techniques

  • Certificate in Environmental Studies

  • Certificate in Forensic Science

  • Certificate in Geoinformatics

  • Certificate in Clinical Psychology

Table of contents
  • Popular BSc Colleges in India
  • Popular Private BSc Colleges in India
  • Popular BSc Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular BSc Colleges in India

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Popular BSc Specializations

Following are the most popular BSc Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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If you're searching for a B.Sc. in Forensic Science in Kanpur on a budget, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University is honestly your the safest bet. The fees are quite affordable (roughly 30K–60K) and the college gives you a decent academic base with basic lab facilities. It's not the kind of place w

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Refer to the table below for more on private colleges with the best BSc Agriculture placements in India -

Private CollegesAverage Placements
Apex UniversityINR 15 LPA
SR UniversityINR 10 LPA
Rama University, KanpurINR 8.5 LPA
Phonics UniversityINR 8 LPA

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Refer to the table below -

CollegesAverage Package
Annamalai UniversityINR 4.22 - 13.55 LPA
Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural SciencesINR 13.5 LPA
Calcutta UniversityINR 9.2 LPA
Banaras Hindu UniversityINR 8 - 9 LPA
Rajiv Gandhi South Campus, Banaras Hindu UniversityINR 7.5 - 9 LPA
Odisha University of AgricultureINR 5.61 - 8.28 LPA

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, information may vary.

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Answered 5 days ago

To pursue BSc Computer Science with maths subject:

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You can apply to:

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Some popular universities offering B.Sc. Computer Science:

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Rashmi Karan

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KC College BSc courses are three - four year undergraduate courses available in fulltime mode only. BSc at KC College are offered in four different specialisation including BSc in Biotechnology, Computer Science, Information Technology and Web and Emerging Technologies. The course fee is INR 56.85 K

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The CCSHAU entrance exam for B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture (4-year program) 2025-26 covers Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths at Class 12 level, along with Agricultural aptitude. 

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Answered a week ago

Sanjivani University Powered by Emversity BSc fees is INR 8 Lacs for the academic year 2026. Candidates might be charged the aforementioned fees within the first three years of the course only.

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With a total fee of INR 6.4 Lakh, BSc courses at Bharath Institute of Medical Sciences Powered by Emversity are a good investment. When compared to cheaper, theory-based colleges, the college aims to offer a more innovative, high-tech approach and superior placement support.

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Yes, as part of the admission process for the BSc, Bharath Institute of Medical Sciences Powered by Emversity conducts a scholarship-cum-entrance assessment. This short test is not meant to be stressful; rather, it helps the faculty understand your current academic level and potential. 

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The total tuition fee of BSc at Sanjivani University Powered by Emversity is INR 8 lakhs. This number is taken from the official website of university. It may change.

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Abhilashi University BSc Agriculture placements highlights 2024 are mentioned below:

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BSc Agriculture Placement Statistics 2024

Median package

INR 2 LPA

Number of graduating students

22

Students placed

6

Students selected for higher studies

16

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Nishtha Karan

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Saumya Khandelwal

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The total tuition fee of BSc at Universal Skilltech University Powered by Emversity is INR 8 lakh. This number is taken from the official website of college. It may change.

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The BSc in Hotel Management fees at AMET University Powered by Emversity is INR 6 lakh. This is the total course fees that candidates need to pay throughout the duration of the course.

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If you have plans for research and higher studies and if you think you can sustain your passion through the tough times of a PhD go for it. Microbiology field is often observed to have gradual career growth.

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The total tuition fee of BSc in Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology (AOTT) at Virohan : G H Raisoni University, Pune is INR 7.65 lakh. 98% of graduated from thsi programme get placements. This number is taken from the official website of college. It may change.

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