Distance/Correspondence B.Sc. in Computer Science colleges in India

Hi, the top distance BSc in Computer Science colleges in India according to popularity with their tuition fee and eligibility criteria:

College Name	Tuition Fee
Andhra University, Visakhapatnam	-/-
Bharathidasan University	INR 19.600
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University	INR 15,560
UPRTOU	INR 24,000

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Candidates are required to fulfill the following basic eligibility criteria to pursue distance BSc in Computer Science:

• For admission to BSc in Computer Science course, students must have passed 12 or any equivalent examination with at least 50% aggregate marks in Science stream with subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
• Students who have completed their intermediate (12 or equivalent) in Computer Science field are also eligible for admission to the course.
• Aspirants have to qualify the entrance examinations as notified by the universities/institutes to get admission to the course.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

Hi, admission to distance BSc in Computer Science colleges in India are primarily based on merit. 

Andhra University Bachelor of Science is a three-year UG-level course divided into six semesters. Additionally, the BSc course is offered in both full-time mode and distance learning. To be eligible for this course, candidates must have completed their higher senior secondary i.e., Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics subjects. For admission, to BSc some affiliated college of AU also accepts the AUCET and Andhra Pradesh EAMCET entrance examination scores. 

Hi, yes generally students with a non Science background can apply for distance in BSc Computer Science courses. But its important to notice that the eligibility may vary from college to college and some colleges may accept students from other streams like Commerce with Maths as core subjects. 

Hi, distance BSc in Computer Sciene colleges in India are fully online or hybrid with some colleges offering blended BSc courses and in-person assessments. Various colleges accept fully online programs which means exams are conducted online too while others incorporate in-person exams at designated exam centres. 

Hi, given below are the private distance BSc Computer Science colleges in India with their tuition fee and eligibility criteria:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Microtek College of Management & Technology Admission	INR 90,000	Merit-Based
Venkateshwara Open University Admission	INR 1.12 lakh	Merit-Based

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

Hi, listed below are the top government BSc CS distance education colleges in India with their tuition fee and eligibility criteria:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Bharathidasan University Admission	INR 19,600	Merit-Based
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University Admission	INR 15,560	Merit-Based
UPRTOU Admission	INR 24,000	Merit-Based
Directorate of Distance Education, Madurai Kamaraj University Admission	INR 1.76 lakh	Merit-Based
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University Admission	INR 7,700	Merit-Based

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

YCMOU's degree and post-graduate degree courses are duly recognised and approved by the ‘University Grant Commission (UGC)’. Hence, these courses are equivalent to the respective programmes offered by any other statutory university in India, for the purpose of employment. So, yes Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University degree is valid for both private and government jobs. 

Hi, please refer to the table below for the highest Return on Investment offered by the top distance BSc in CS colleges in India for their students in the form of placement package:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Annual Median Package
Centre for Distance and Online Education, Aligarh Muslim University BSc	INR 36,000	INR 5.55 LPA
Institute of Distance and Open Learning, University of Mumbai BSc	INR 57,880	INR 4.5 LPA

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.

Some of the most common subjects covered in the BSc Computer Science curriculum are mentioned below -

• Basics of Computer Science
• Discrete Mathematics
• Introduction to Data Structures
• System Programming
• Python Programming
• Object-Oriented Programming using C+

Source - multiple external sites, data may vary.

Some of the main subjects covered in the curriculum of the BSc Computer Science Course are mentioned in the table below -

BSc Computer Science Main Subjects
Programming with C	Fundamentals of Information Technology
Object-Oriented Programming in C+	Digital Electronics
Data Structures using C	Operations Research
Database Management Systems	Visual Programming
Principles of Electrical Communications	Data Communication
Discrete Mathematics	Microprocessor and its Applications
Computer Network &Internet	Operating System
Analysis &Design	Java Programming & Internet
Linux and PHP	Internet, Web Designing and Cyber Laws
Computer Graphics and Multimedia	Environmental Science
Data Mining	Client Server Computing

Source - Multiple external/official sites on web, data may vary

 

BSc Computer Science focuses more on theory of subjects like - data structures, algorithms, computer networks, databases, artificial intelligence and machine learning. BTech - Computer Science focuses more on practical aspects and intensive programming. Topics include data structures, algorithms, programming languages, computer networks, software engineering and database systems.

Yes, aspirants who do not register within the prescribed timeline have to pay a late fee. The fee charged is INR 200. Candidates have to pay this additional late fee to submit the application after the deadline. The fee payment further shall be accepted via credit card/debit card/net banking.

Some of the common BSc Computer Science lab subjects are mentioned in the table below -

• Software Testing and Quality Assurance
• Web Services
• Advanced Web Programming
• Artificial Intelligence
• Information and Network Security
• Ethical Hacking

Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary

BSc Computer Science syllabus is a balance between theory and programming. The basic subjects are: 

• Programming Languages (such as C, C+, Python, or Java)
• Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA)
• Database Management Systems (DBMS)
• Operating Systems
• Computer Networks
• Artificial Intelligence

The first step to determine your options is to select the career path. Based on that your options of higher studies will be clear.

The most popular PG courses after BSc Computer Science are:

• Master of Computer Applications (MCA) for software engineering
• MSc in Data Science/AI for emerging tech
• MBA in IT for management roles.

Yes, UPRTOU Allahabad is recognised by the Distance Education Council (DEC), National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and UGC Distance Education Bureau. Rajarshi Tandon Open University was established in 1999 and is located in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad). UPRTOU Allahabad (now Prayagraj) offers over 127 UG, PG, Certificate, Diploma and PG Diploma courses. UPRTOU courses are offered across nine disciplines, namely Humanities, Sciences, Social Sciences, Management Studies, Education, Computer and Information Sciences, Health Sciences, Agriculture Sciences and Vocational Studies.

You have complete B.sc in Physics so you can go with following field -- Life-Science professions such as medicine, pharmacy and some other good field like- geo-sciences, engineering, architecture, computer-related programs, environmental studies, technicians, Science educators. you are eligible for Union Public Service Commission for Posts like IPS , IAS , IFS Staff Selection Commission Indian Forest Services Banking Sector State PCS Indian Defense services etc.

MKU DDE offers BSc courses with an array of specialisations for students to choose from. Prospective career choices and expected salary also depend on students' skill sets and competencies. Tabulated below are a few career options and respective industry-based average payouts commonly pursued by BSc graduates:

• Plant Breeder/Grafting Expert: INR 4.6 LPA
• Clinical Research Associate: INR 4.2 LPA
• Soil Forestry Officer: INR 3.8 LPA
• Biostatistician: INR 5.7 LPA