4 Years / 8 Semester Programme
Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology(B.Sc. CSIT)

Affiliation: Tribhuvan University
Faculty: Institute of Science and Technology
Duration: 4 years
Academic System: Semester Based

Course Introduction
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology (B.Sc. CSIT) is a four-year course program of Tribhuvan University designed to provide students with all sorts of knowledge in the Computing and Information Technology field.

The program involves a great deal of practical and project work in addition to conventional lectures. The program develops the underlying principles of both Computer Science and Information Technology and shows how these principles can be applied to the real-world problems. This program develops the skills essential for computer professionals and IT specialists.

The design and implementation of B.Sc. CSIT course offers new challenges when compared to the traditional computing environment. The recent emergence of global business, and new technologies for data processing and data communication/networking environment, equip specialized science graduates to focus on professional careers in Information Technology. This course provides the students with adequate theoretical and practical knowledge which will enable them to effectively participate in solving the complex problem of the IT industry.

The mission of the Course
The mission of the B.Sc. CSIT course is to prepare the students to pursue career advancement in the field of information technology. After this degree, a student will be able to design real-world e-media products, develop theories to evolve new technologies, or create technical solutions to hardware and software problems, depending on the chosen area and electives.

The main aims of the B.Sc. CSIT program can be enlisted as follows:

• To offer intensive knowledge in the field of theory, design, programming, and application of computers.
• Providing an in-depth understanding and experience with computer systems.
• Developing creative and analytical skills that provide the basis for technical problem-solving.
• Equipping students with the technical knowledge required for IT professionals to handle multi-tasking and multi-programming situations and to assess and develop computer-based solutions.
• Imparting knowledge of computer and programming logic environment in IT.
• To foster knowledge of advanced IT applications in different business sectors.
• To provide intensive cognition in the field of functional knowledge of hardware systems and the necessary knowledge of computer software systems.

Salient Features of the Course

• New course design meeting the global ICT changes and updated curriculum contents.
• In addition to conventional lectures, a great deal of practical and project work.
• Develops the underlying principles of both Computer Science and Information Technology and shows how these principles can be applied to solve real-world problems.
• Builds up the skills that are essential for both computer professionals and researchers including Software developers, Computer systems analysts, Network administrators, Computer programmers, Database administrators, Web developers, IT managers, etc.
• Semester-based program of Tribhuvan University having international bilateral relations.

Eligibility to Study
The candidate applying for B.Sc. CSIT program:

• Should have completed twelve years of schooling in the science stream or equivalent from any university, board, or institution recognized by TU.
• Should have secured a minimum of a ‘C’ grade in the 10+2 or equivalent.
• Should have successfully passed the entrance examination conducted by TU securing at least 35% marks.
• Compiled with all the application procedures.

» All three: Biology, Physical, and Computer group students of +2 level are eligible to apply for the course.

Admission Criteria and Entrance Exam
A student is eligible to study the B.Sc. CSIT course should collect and submit the application form from any of the B.Sc. CSIT colleges. The applications are generally open during the month of Shrawan or Bhadra every year. All students must pass the Entrance Examination conducted by the Institute of Science and Technology (IOST), Tribhuvan University to qualify to enroll in the B.Sc. CSIT program. The entrance examination is of 100 full marks with a pass mark of 35 consisting of objective type questions of English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry subjects of 10+2 or equivalent.

Curriculum Structure
The B.Sc. CSIT curriculum is designed by closely following the course practiced in accredited international universities and institutions, subject to the condition that the intake students are from twelve years of schooling in the science stream or equivalent from any university recognized by Tribhuvan University. In addition to the core computer science course and elective courses, the program offers service courses to meet the needs of high-technology applications. The foundation and allied courses are designed to meet the needs of undergraduate academic program requirements, and the service courses are designed to meet the needs of market demand and fast-changing computer technology and application. Students enrolled in the four-year B.Sc. CSIT programs are required to take courses in the design and implementation of computer software systems, information technology, and the foundation of the theoretical model of computer science and functional background of computer hardware. All students are required to complete a minimum of 126 credit hours of computer science and allied courses.

B.Sc. CSIT program comprises the following courses:

Teaching Pedagogy
The general teaching pedagogy includes class lectures, group discussions, case studies, guest lectures, research work, project work, assignments (theoretical and practical), and exams, depending upon the nature of the subject. The teaching faculty will determine the choice of teaching pedagogy as per the need of the course.

Internship
In the final semester, students are required to complete a six-credit (minimum twelve weeks long) internship as a part of the course requirement. Industry is the crucial requirement of the Internship course and this will have to be secured before getting started with the course. The work that students perform during the Internship is supervised by the faculty members as well as by representatives from the participating industries.

Grading System
The score of the students is evaluated based on the percentage secured in the semester exam. The grading system is maintained on the foundation of the percentage secured and is accompanied as follows:

Job Prospects
B.Sc. CSIT graduates have prosperous career opportunities at different software publishing firms, scientific research and development organizations, government and non-government institutions, private and public organizations, telecommunications, computer networking companies, etc. where they design and implement software, develop theories to evolve new technologies, build effective ways to solve computing problems and many more especially as: