What you study
Alongside the core BCA curriculum, this specialisation covers:
- Python Programming
- Introduction to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- R Programming and Fundamentals
- Data Visualisation using Tableau
- Model Deployment and DevOps
- Deep Learning
- Computer Vision
- Practical SQL
- NLP for Machine Learning
- Spark ML for Cloud Data Analytics
- Generative AI and Ethical Considerations
How the BCA is structured
You take the common BCA core first, then specialisation electives in the later semesters - so you are not locked into this stream from day one.
Semester 1
- Business Communication
- Computer & Information Technology
- Programming in C
- Introduction to Cyber Laws
- Basic Mathematics
Semester 2
- Data Structures using C
- Operating System Concepts
- Individual Excellence and Social Dynamic
- Environmental Studies
- Software Engineering and Modeling
Semester 3
- Green Computing
- Object Oriented Programming using Java
- Network Basics
- Introduction to Database Management Systems
- Python Programming
Semester 4
- Introduction to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Unix Operating System and Shell Programming
- Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
- IT Project Management
- Fundamentals of Cloud Computing
- Cyber and Information Security
- Introduction to Generative AI
Semester 5
- Deep Learning
- Professional Ethics
- Fundamentals of E-commerce
- Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning
- SQL for Real World Applications
- Internet of Things
Semester 6
- Major Project
- Human Resource Management
- Blockchain Technologies
- Introduction to NLP
- Ethical AI
Eligibility
A pass in 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board, with 10th and 12th class certificates.
Other BCA specialisations
BCA in Data Science: common questions
Is an Amity online degree valid for government jobs?
Yes. UGC-entitled online degrees are treated as equivalent to on-campus degrees for employment, including government recruitment, and for further study. Confirm the university's current entitlement status before you enrol.
How are examinations conducted?
Examinations are held online with remote proctoring, so you can sit them from home. Schedules are published in advance each semester.
When do admissions open?
Admissions run in two cycles each year - a January cycle and a July cycle. Speak to a counsellor for the current intake's closing date.
Can I study while working full time?
Yes. Lectures are recorded and available on demand, live sessions run outside standard working hours, and examinations are taken online.
Apply for the BCA in Data Science
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