Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Information Technology (B.Sc. CSIT)

The Tribhuvan University Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology (B.Sc. CSIT) is a four-year, eight-semester undergraduate program consisting of 126 credit hours. The program is designed to provide students with strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills in computer science and information technology.

The curriculum covers a broad range of computing disciplines that enable students to solve real-world technological problems. It includes project work and a three-month industry internship, allowing students to gain practical experience in professional environments.

Students study diverse areas such as system analysis, database management, human–computer interaction, software development, networking, cloud computing, wireless technologies, and computer security. In the final year, students complete industry-standard IT projects and internships to gain hands-on experience.

Objectives

The objectives of the B.Sc. CSIT program are:

To provide intensive knowledge in the theory, design, programming, and application of computers.
To develop a strong understanding of computer systems and technologies.
To enhance creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills required in the IT field.
To equip students with the technical skills needed to handle complex and multi-tasking IT environments.
To build strong knowledge of programming logic and software development environments.
To provide knowledge of advanced IT applications across various business sectors.
To develop a fundamental understanding of computer hardware systems and software systems.

Eligibility

To be eligible for admission to the B.Sc. CSIT program, candidates must:

Have completed +2 or equivalent examination in the Science stream with:
- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics OR
- Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics
Secure at least Second Division (45%) or Grade C in each subject.
Successfully pass the entrance examination conducted by the Institute of Science and Technology (IOST), TU.

Admission is based on:

80% entrance examination score
20% aggregate marks of the intermediate level

Students who have completed the following are also eligible:

A-Level in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (minimum D grade).
Three-year Diploma in Engineering from Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) with Physics and Mathematics.

Scope and Career Prospects

Graduates of B.Sc. CSIT have excellent career opportunities in the IT industry. They can work in roles such as:

Software Engineer
Web Developer
Network Administrator
Database Administrator
IT Manager / IT Officer
Application Developer
Computer System Analyst
Information Security Analyst

After completing B.Sc. CSIT, students can pursue higher studies such as:

MCA (Master in Computer Applications)
M.Sc. CSIT
MIT (Master in Information Technology)
M.Sc. Computer Science

Curriculum Structure

The program runs for four years divided into eight semesters.

First Year – First Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC109	Introduction to Information Technology	3
2	CSC110	C Programming	3
3	CSC111	Digital Logic	3
4	MTH112	Mathematics I	3
5	PHY113	Physics	3

First Year – Second Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC160	Discrete Structure	3
2	CSC161	Object-Oriented Programming	3
3	CSC162	Microprocessor	3
4	MTH163	Mathematics II	3
5	STA164	Statistics I	3

Second Year – Third Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC206	Data Structure and Algorithm	3
2	CSC207	Numerical Method	3
3	CSC208	Computer Architecture	3
4	CSC209	Computer Graphics	3
5	STA210	Statistics II	3

Second Year – Fourth Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC257	Theory of Computation	3
2	CSC258	Computer Networks	3
3	CSC259	Operating Systems	3
4	CSC260	Database Management System	3
5	CSC261	Artificial Intelligence	3

Third Year – Fifth Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC314	Design and Analysis of Algorithms	3
2	CSC315	System Analysis and Design	3
3	CSC316	Cryptography	3
4	CSC317	Simulation and Modeling	3
5	CSC318	Web Technology	3
	Elective I		3

Electives

Multimedia Computing (CSC319)
Wireless Networking (CSC320)
Image Processing (CSC321)
Knowledge Management (CSC322)
Society and Ethics in IT (CSC323)
Microprocessor Based Design (CSC324)

Third Year – Sixth Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC364	Software Engineering	3
2	CSC365	Compiler Design and Construction	3
3	CSC366	E-Governance	3
4	CSC367	Net Centric Computing	3
5	CSC368	Technical Writing	3
	Elective II		3

Electives

Applied Logic (CSC369)
E-commerce (CSC370)
Automation and Robotics (CSC371)
Neural Networks (CSC372)
Computer Hardware Design (CSC373)
Cognitive Science (CSC374)

Fourth Year – Seventh Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC409	Advanced Java Programming	3
2	CSC410	Data Warehousing and Data Mining	3
3	CSC411	Principles of Management	3
4	CSC412	Project Work	3
	Elective III		3

Electives

Information Retrieval (CSC413)
Database Administration (CSC414)
Software Project Management (CSC415)
Network Security (CSC416)
Digital System Design (CSC417)
International Marketing (MGT418)

Fourth Year – Eighth Semester

S.N	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hrs
1	CSC461	Advanced Database	3
2	CSC462	Internship	6
3	Elective IV		3
4	Elective V		3

Electives

Advanced Networking with IPv6 (CSC463)
Distributed Networking (CSC464)
Game Technology (CSC465)
Distributed & Object-Oriented Database (CSC466)
Introduction to Cloud Computing (CSC467)
Geographical Information System (CSC468)
Decision Support & Expert System (CSC469)
Mobile Application Development (CSC470)
Real Time Systems (CSC471)
Network & System Administration (CSC472)
Embedded Systems Programming (CSC473)
International Business Management (MGT474)