Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology (BSc CSIT)

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology (B.Sc. CSIT) at Kapan Campus is a four-year, 130-credit undergraduate program under Bagmati University. It provides strong foundations in computer science, information technology, mathematics, statistics, programming, and computational methods.

The curriculum covers software development, algorithms, databases, operating systems, networking, artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, cloud computing, machine learning, research, projects, and industry internship. Graduates are prepared for professional careers, entrepreneurship, research, and higher studies in computing and related fields.

Program Objectives

The B.Sc. CSIT program aims to:

Build strong foundations in computer science, information technology, mathematics, statistics, programming, and computational theory.
Develop practical competence in software development, databases, networking, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data science, and cloud computing.
Prepare graduates for professional careers, research, higher studies, and entrepreneurship.
Promote ethical responsibility, teamwork, communication, innovation, and lifelong learning.

Duration and Credit Hours

Duration: Four years, divided into eight semesters.

Total Credit Hours: 130 credit hours.

B.Sc. CSIT Course Structure

The curriculum progresses from computing, programming, mathematics, statistics, and science foundations to advanced computing, research, project work, electives, and industry practice.

Semester	Subjects	Credits
Semester I	CSC101 – Foundations of Computing and Information Technology ITC102 – Structured Programming in C CSC103 – Digital Logic ASC104 – Calculus and Analytical Methods ASC105 – Applied Physics	15
Semester II	ITC151 – Object-Oriented Programming with Java CSC152 – Discrete Structures for Computer Science CSC153 – Microprocessors and Computer Architecture ASC154 – Linear Algebra and Optimization ASC155 – Probability and Statistics	15
Semester III	CSC201 – Data Structure and Algorithms CSC202 – Numerical Methods for Computing ITC203 – Web Programming CSC204 – Database Management System ASC205 – Statistical Modeling	15
Semester IV	CSC251 – Theory of Computation CSC253 – Operating Systems CSC254 – Artificial Intelligence CSC252 – Software Engineering ITC255 – Technical Writing and Communications CSC256 – Apprentice Project	18
Semester V	CSC301 – Design and Analysis of Algorithms ITC302 – E-Commerce and Digital Governance CSC303 – Cryptography CSC304 – Computer Graphics CSC305 – Data Communications and Computer Networks ITC306 – Python Programming	18
Semester VI	CSC351 – Compiler Design CSC352 – Data Science and Engineering CSC353 – Cloud Computing and DevOps CSC354 – Machine Learning HSC355 – Principles of Management and Entrepreneurship ITC356 – Literature Review, Research and Seminar	16
Semester VII	CSC401 – Cybersecurity CSC402 – Big Data Analytics and Mining CSC403 – Natural Language Processing CSC404 – Major Project ITC405 – Society and Ethics in Computing Elective I	18
Semester VIII	CSIT451 – Deep Learning and Generative AI CSIT452 – Industry Internship Elective II Elective III	15
Total Credit Hours		130

Semester VII Elective Courses

Students select any one elective:

Network Security
Internet of Things
Software Testing and Quality Assurance
Programming in Go
Image Processing and Computer Vision
Human-Computer Interaction
Health Informatics

Semester VIII Elective Courses

Students select any two electives:

Scalable Distributed Systems
Geospatial Technology
Network and System Administration
Automation and Robotics
Cross-Platform App Development
IT Project Management
Wireless Networking
Database Administration
Quantum Computing
Blockchain Technology
Simulation and Modeling
Ethical Hacking

B.Sc. CSIT Admission and Eligibility

Applicants must meet the admission requirements prescribed by Bagmati University:

Completed twelve years of schooling or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Nepal.
Completed the required academic background and relevant subjects prescribed for the program.
Fulfilled the minimum grade, division, or academic qualification requirements prescribed by Bagmati University.
Completed the online application process within the specified deadline.
Passed the entrance examination conducted by Bagmati University.

Entrance Examination

Eligible candidates must submit the online entrance application, attend the Bagmati University entrance examination, and complete the admission process within the announced schedule.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The program combines lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, programming exercises, workshops, seminars, assignments, presentations, projects, research activities, and digital learning resources. These methods develop conceptual understanding, analytical thinking, technical confidence, and practical problem-solving ability.

Projects, Research and Internship

Students complete a three-credit Apprentice Project in Semester IV, Literature Review, Research and Seminar in Semester VI, and a three-credit Major Project in Semester VII. These activities develop software development, research, technical writing, teamwork, and presentation skills.

A six-credit Industry Internship in Semester VIII provides supervised professional experience in a technology company, research institution, government agency, or relevant organization. Students must prepare and present an individual internship report for evaluation.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in software development, databases, networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, DevOps, data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, quality assurance, IT project management, research, teaching, and entrepreneurship. They may also pursue postgraduate studies in computer science, information technology, data science, cybersecurity, software engineering, and related disciplines.