Computers & IT (Non-Engg)

B.Tech CSE/ IT and BCA are probably the two most popular courses amongst IT aspirants. Information Technology being one of the high paying sectors in the world, every computer Science student wants to work in this sector after pursuing either one of the above courses.
B.Tech CSE/ IT and BCA have a few similar subjects but the market value of both the courses is entirely different. It is known to most of the students that B.Tech is a widely accepted programme whereas Bachelors in Computer Application (BCA) is relatively less popular in the industry. In this article, we discuss the differences between both the programmes and what course you should pick if you want to study computers and work in the IT industry.

All the courses have great opportunities. The opportunities are not so much within the type of degree, as it is within the individual who has the degree. Opportunities are always there. It is up to you to take advantage of them through creative and critical thinking, assertiveness, perseverance, commitment, positive attitude, and the ability to think through long-term benefits. The most important and critical issue is your ability to create a vision for yourself. In other words, a clearly articulated picture of the future you intend to create for yourself.
After you take hold of this vision, you must then develop a road-map that will bring that vision into reality. Then, you can better determine what type of degree is more beneficial and meets your overall career goals and objectives. Thus, the following: Develop the will to change circumstances. Create the vision. Develop a road-map on how to GET there GET help through a coach, mentor, etc.). Just do it and do not let go until the vision becomes a reality. Remember this, "Attitude is everything. BCS IT/CS is concept oriented, IT will teach you the core concept of IT /CS and you will have to study Science subjects too.
On other hand, BCA is application oriented, teach current technologies, platforms. One can join BCA from Science, commerce and arts background. But to pursue B.Sc. IT/CS, you need to have a background of Science. B.Sc. IT/CS is a general course and BCA is a Technical Course, so getting job from BCA is easy than B.Sc. IT/CS. After B.Sc. IT, you can do M.Sc. IT/CS or MCA both. But after BCA you can only do MCA. Best universities for doing BCA and B.Sc. IT/CS are: Lovely Professional University- Punjab, VIT University Tamilnadu, Jamia Millia Islamia University Delhi, NMIMS Mumbai, Anna University Tamil Nadu, University of Mumbai, University of Kolkata, Pune University, University of Hyderabad, JNU Delhi, Delhi University and The Maharaj Sayaji Rao University.