Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] is an academic degree that is awarded to students graduating in the field of Science. It is one of the most popularly pursued courses in India. The duration of the B.Sc course is 3 years. In B.Sc courses list, there are many science subjects offered to students according to their interests but it depends on the university and combinations offered, that students can choose from.

Though most universities refer to the degree as B.Sc, it is also sometimes referred to as BS. Science course combinations include various branches and BSc courses list follows:

• Physics
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Psychology
• Statistics

 

The B.Sc course involves a lot of practical experience as well as interdisciplinary theoretical practice. Students are exposed to a vast range of subjects and research in the field of their choice as a part of the B.Sc syllabus. The B.Sc degree course is a graduate degree course in Science; this can be a part-time or full-time course like the B.Sc course in IGNOU or B.Sc course in an open university.

Graduates of B.Sc course are given employment opportunities in both core science industries and others. There are also some Arts/Commerce subjects that are sometimes offered under B.Sc, like Economics or Statistics, depending on the university and other norms. B.Sc degree course is designed to develop graduates with the key practical skills and interdisciplinary knowledge.

Bachelor of Science degree programs is mostly meant for those students who have a strong background in Mathematics and Science. The subjects studied during the B.Sc course are both factual as well as application-based. Most students, after obtaining the B.Sc course degree, prefer to further specialization in the field of their choice by pursuing the Master of Science [M.Sc] course. Only students who have a strong aptitude for Science and Applied Sciences must pursue the B.Sc course degree. There are core B.Sc, online B.Sc, and part-time B.Sc to avail for those who desire to pursue this course but cannot due to other priorities.

 

BSc Course Details

Degree	Bachelors
Full Form	Bachelor of Science
Duration	Course Duration of Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] is 3 Years.
Age	18 - 23 years
Minimum Percentage	50% in 10+2 from a recognised board
Subjects Required	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics in 10+2
Average Fees Incurred	The average B.Sc fee ranges from INR 10,000 - 1 lakh per annum
Similar Options of Study	BCA, BS, B.Sc+M.Sc
Average Salary Offered	The average B.Sc salary is INR 5.9 L per annum
Employment Roles	Anesthesiologist, Scientist, Lecturer, Biology Researcher, Scientist Assistant, Laboratory Technician, Chemist, Research Analyst, Professor, Technical Writer/ Editor, Pharmacist, Plant Biochemist etc.
Placement Opportunities	TCS Limited, Wipro Technologies Ltd., HCL Technologies Ltd., Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp, Techmahindra Ltd, InfoSys Limited, IBM India Private Limited, Mindtree Consulting, Atos Origin etc.

 

Animation and Multimedia is one of the finest and the most number of employability creating jobs in the field of Science and Technology. The growth rate of working in some of the acknowledged and finest workplaces like Intel, Freshworld, and GlaxoSmith is incredibly high and experience from such ventures will be a boost in an individual's career. B.Sc job opportunities depend on the recruitment strategies opted by different organizations.

Enrolling in a B.Sc degree course translates to making a significant investment in one’s professional career. B.Sc course graduates can study a variety of subjects including:

• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Forensics
• Computer Programming
• Engineering

Therefore, job prospects for B.Sc course majors offer a similarly diverse range of professional fields to work in, such as:

• Healthcare
• Finance
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Forensic sciences
• Consulting
• Engineering
• Education
• Computer Programming

Three high-paying positions one could obtain with a B.Sc course degree are a senior software engineer, chief financial officer, and senior professional service consultant. The B.Sc graduate salary depends on the employment area and the job profile in the organizations. Candidates and students garner personal skills and fulfill a crucial prerequisite to Master studies on completion of their Bachelor's degree in addition to their exciting career prospects. B.Sc students enjoy the liberty to explore career prospects in non-science fields such as management, engineering, law among others for career opportunities or for vested personal interests.

 

BSc Courses List:

B.Sc courses list offers theoretical as well as practical knowledge about different subject areas which includes any one of the main science subjects in the curriculum with other specialization concepts chosen by the student. The B.Sc course degree is beneficial for those who have a strong base in Science and Mathematics.

The below mentioned BSc course list is the most common around the colleges but the specialization subjects may vary.

 

 BSc Courses List
BSc Aeronautical Science	BSc Geography
BSc Agriculture	BSc Geology
BSc Animation	BSc Home Science
BSc Astrophysics	BSc Hons Home Science
BSc Audiology and Speech Language Pathology	BSc Hons
BSc Audiology	BSc Horticulture
BSc Aviation	BSc Hotel Management
BSc In Beauty Cosmetology	BSc Industrial Chemistry
BSc Biochemistry	BSc IT
BSc Biology	BSc Interior Design
BSc Biotechnology	BSc Llb
BSc Botany	BSc Mathematics
BSc Botany Honours	BSc Maths Hons
BSc Perfusion Technology	BSc Medical
BSc Chemistry	BSc Medical Lab Technology
BSc Chemistry Hons	BSc Microbiology
BSc Computer Applications	BSc Nautical Science
BSc Computer Science	BSc Non Medical
BSc Computer Science Hons	BSc Nursing
BSc Economics	BSc Nutrition And Dietetics
BSc Electronics	BSc Occupational Therapy
BSc Environmental Science	BSc Operation Theatre Technology
BSc Fashion Design	BSc Pathology
BSc Finance	BSc Perfusion Technology
BSc Food Technology	BSc Physical Sciences
BSc Forestry	BSc Physician Assistant
BSc Genetics	BSc Physics

 

There are also some Science degrees for more specific subjects, offered by various universities:

• Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences [B.V.Sc]
• Bachelor of Fishery Sciences [B.F.Sc]
• Bachelor of Applied Sciences [B.A.Sc]
• B.Sc Nursing/Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing
• B.Sc Agriculture

In most B Sc course, students will have to study English and a second language along with their core Sciences in the first two years. During the course, they will be extensively working on theories and factual information and at the same time, gain a lot of hands-on experience in laboratories or by other practical methods. Students are also encouraged to pursue internships in research or other scientific projects to gain more insight into their specific subjects.

 

B.Sc Entrance Exams:

Banaras Hindu University Entrance Exam: A national-level exam conducted by the Banaras Hindu University [BHU] to determine the eligibility of aspirants to undertake the undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the University.

Jamia Millia Islamia University Entrance Exam: The Jamia Milia Islamia University conducts entrance exams for aspirants in their B.Sc degree program as well as other undergraduate courses such as Engineering, Architecture & Planning, Hospitality & Travel, Animation, Mass Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences, Commerce as well as Teaching & Education.

Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana [KVPY] Entrance Exam: Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana is an examination conducted for the purpose of determining the eligibility of a candidate for a scholarship program funded by the Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India, aimed at encouraging students to take up research careers in the areas of basic sciences.

 

BSc Fees:

The course feefor BSc degree may differ as per the universities. The average B.Sc course fees for most universities in India is INR 10,000 to 1 lakh per year. The B.Sc course fee may vary based on the quota set by government and management seats.

 

BSc Eligibility:

The admission to the B.Sc courses is based on class 12th percentage which is generally 50-55%. Students of B.Sc course have to complete their 10+2 secondary and higher secondary schooling. Some universities also conduct their entrance exam for admission. Each college has a different admission procedure for this program. They give admission on the basis of merit. Some public and private colleges also conduct examinations for the admission to various B.Sc degree course. There are various colleges that offer 3 to 5 years B.Sc degree course.

 

B.Sc Course Admission:

Admission to B.Sc degree course is through both entrance examination and merit-based. Certain universities offer both direct admission and entrance based admission to the program. However, few Universities require candidates to have given any of the applicable Entrance Exams for B.Sc course list.

Candidates are advised to have a look at the list of entrance exams applicable for B.Sc courses list, for various universities. They should also make sure they qualify in the education eligibility criteria with the minimum required marks. Candidates who are applying for the B.Sc degree course should have their results beforehand from the respective entrance exams required by the selected/opted universities. Applications for admissions can be availed either from the university website or by visiting the admissions office of the same. Candidates will have to fill out the required details in a match with the existing documents.

 

BSc Syllabus Details

 

BSc Physics

Thermal Physics	Solid state Physics
Mathematical Physics	Waves and Optics
Quantum Mechanics and application	Electromagnetic theory

 

BSc Chemistry

Industrial Chemistry	Green chemistry
Polymer chemistry	Material Science and Nanotechnology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry	Energy and Fuel cells

 

 

BSc Zoology

Cell Biology	Immunology
Animal Biology	Microbiology
Genetics	Biotechnology

 

BSc Mathematics

Analysis	Vector Analysis
Probability Theory	Algebra
Linear programming and optimization	Calculus

 

BSc Computer Science

Computer Organization	Linux
Python Programming	Data structures
HTML Programming	Operating system