B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)

B.Sc science is an undergraduate program. It is the most chosen course in India because it includes numerous specifications and a wide range of subjects like medical, non-medical, agriculture, fashion designing, forensic science, and interior designing. Students can choose any courses under the B.Sc program as they desire. They can also choose the traditional or professional course as per the convenience and interest of the student. As it is a 3-year program, candidates can complete their graduations earlier than other programs like BE or B.Tech. They have more time to prepare for any government exams and clear them.

Skills Acquired After Pursuing the B.Sc Program

• Academic skills – Candidates acquire skills based on the specialization they choose to pursue. For example, if a candidate has chosen computer science specialization, they have acquired skills in computer programing, computer knowledge, and more.
• Career skills – After completing the program, students will acquire career skills like analysing, problem-solving, and more.
• Life skills- Along with the academic and career skills, this course gears up the student with life skills like patience, and perseverance after graduating the B.Sc program.

Some of the affiliating bodies that approve the colleges or institutions that offer the B.Sc program are the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

Some Popular specializations under B.sc program:

• B.sc home science.
• B.sc physics.
• B.sc chemistry.
• B.sc botany.
• B.sc zoology.
• B.sc maths.
• B.sc nursing.
• B.sc agriculture.
• B.sc computer science.
• B.sc IT.
• B.sc animation.
• B.sc psychology.
• B.sc microbiology.
• B.sc electronics.
• B.sc genetics.
• B.sc media.
• B.sc forestry.
• B.sc fashion designing.
• B.sc interior designing.
• B.sc forensics.
• B.sc air-craft maintenance.
• B.sc biotechnology.
• B.sc physical education.

Eligibility Criteria

For joining undergraduate programs in B.Sc., students must have completed class 12 in the science field with a minimum of 50% of marks. Also, the cut-off score varies depending on the colleges students prefer to study. Candidates should have completed 18 years during the admission process.

Enrolment procedures

The admission process considers the entrance examination scores or class 12 marks of the candidates based on the colleges or institutions they choose. The admission process required some of the documents like,

• 10th class result and admit card.
• 10+2 result and admit card, character certificate, migration certificate, transfer certificate.
• Govt. approved identity card such as Adhaar card, PAN card, Voter Id.
• Passport size photos.

Here are some entrance exams that are conducted to provide admission to study the B.Sc program in some colleges or institutions.

• BHU - UET - Banaras Hindu University Undergraduate Entrance Exam.

• AMU Entrance Exam - Aligarh Muslim University Entrance Exam.

• SAAT Exam - Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) University Entrance Exam.

• NMIMS NPAT - Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies Entrance Exam for courses like B.Sc. Finance and Economics.

• IISER IAT - Indian Institute of Science Education and Research.

• CG - PAT - Chhattisgarh Professional Examinations.

• OUAT Exam - Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology.

• NEST - The National Entrance Screening Test.

• PU-CET entrance exam - Punjab University Common Entrance Test.

Future programs and career opportunities after B.Sc graduation

Candidates can study post-graduation programs like M.Sc after completing B.Sc. They can also go for the teaching profession by pursuing the B.Ed program. The graduates can work in research laboratories, food industries, industrial consultancy firms and bank & finance companies. They can work as a clinical research associate, technical writer, consultant and more.

Some of the top companies that hire the B.Sc graduates are,

• Google,
• TCS,
• L & T Infotech,
• SRF Limited,
• Amazon,
• Wipro,
• Capgemini
• Cipla.

Highest and average salaries for the B.Sc graduates in the market

The average salary of the candidates after pursuing the B.Sc program is around 2 LPA based on the field they work in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answer- Yes, as B.Sc is an undergraduate program, candidates can pursue it after studying class 12.

Q2. What is the minimum percentage required for enrolling in this program?

Answer- Candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% of marks in their class 12, and the school they studied should be under recognized boards.

Q3. Does this course provide a candidate with an excellent career option?

Answer – Yes, this course inculcates skills and practical knowledge which are required for excellent career options.

Q4. Which is more advisable- B.Sc. in the professional or traditional course?

Answer – It depends upon the interest of the candidate but pursuing a professional course is advisable because it is always in high demand in the market.

Q5. Are there any entrance exams conducted by colleges or institutions to provide admission into the B.Sc. program?

Answer – Yes, many colleges conduct their entrance examinations for providing admission. For example, Colleges affiliated by the Punjab University will consider the PUCET entrance exam score for providing admission.

Q6. Should I go for general B.Sc or B.Sc honours?

Answer – Both the courses are equivalent in the standards, but if one desires to write Government exams, the candidate should opt for the general B.Sc program.

Q7. What are the post-graduation courses that can be studied after B.Sc.?

Answer –Many post-graduation programs can be studied after B.Sc. Some of the programs are MBA, MA, and M.Sc.

Q8. What are the subjects taught in B.Sc program?

Answer – It is clear from the name Bachelor in Science itself. The candidates will be studying science subjects along with optional subjects based on their specializations.

Q9. Popular specializations under the B.Sc program?

Answer - B.Sc in cinematography, B.Sc in clinical nutrition, B.Sc in costume and fashion design, B.Sc in film making, B.Sc food technology, B.Sc in forensic sciences, B.Sc in genetics, B.Sc in gaming, B.Sc in hardware and networking, B.Sc in industrial chemistry, B.Sc in hotel management.