B.Sc. in Data Science

Course Overview:
B.Sc. in Data Science is a three-year undergraduate program designed to provide students with knowledge in statistical analysis, machine learning, data visualization, and programming. The course aims to equip students with the skills needed to analyze and interpret complex data, preparing them for careers in industries such as finance, healthcare, retail, and IT. Data Science has become one of the most sought-after fields due to the increasing demand for data-driven decision-making.

Duration:
3 Years (6 Semesters)

Syllabus (Semester-wise):

  • Semester 1:

    • Introduction to Data Science

    • Programming with Python

    • Mathematical Foundation for Data Science

    • Basics of Probability and Statistics

    • Communication Skills

  • Semester 2:

    • Data Structures and Algorithms

    • Database Management Systems (SQL)

    • Introduction to Machine Learning

    • Linear Algebra and Calculus

    • Environmental Studies

  • Semester 3:

    • Data Visualization using R

    • Statistical Inference

    • Big Data Technologies

    • Operating Systems

    • Data Mining Techniques

  • Semester 4:

    • Advanced Machine Learning

    • Time Series Analysis

    • Data Warehousing and Data Mining

    • Cloud Computing

    • Predictive Analytics

  • Semester 5:

    • Deep Learning

    • Natural Language Processing (NLP)

    • Data Security and Privacy

    • Artificial Intelligence

    • Elective (IoT, Blockchain, etc.)

  • Semester 6:

    • Capstone Project

    • Big Data Analytics using Hadoop

    • Advanced Python for Data Science

    • Elective (Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, etc.)

    • Internship and Practical Training

Average Fees:
INR 1,00,000 to INR 3,50,000 per year (depending on the institution)

Exams to Attend:

  • National-level entrance exams like NEST, DUET, and JEE (some universities may require these)

  • University-specific entrance exams

  • Merit-based admissions (based on 12th-grade performance)

Top 10 Ranking Institutions for B.Sc. in Data Science in India:

  1. Loyola College, Chennai

  2. Christ University, Bangalore

  3. Madras Christian College, Chennai

  4. St. Xavier's College, Mumbai

  5. Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research, Pune

  6. Fergusson College, Pune

  7. Presidency College, Bangalore

  8. Mount Carmel College, Bangalore

  9. Hindu College, Delhi

  10. St. Joseph's College, Bangalore

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for B.Sc. in Data Science:

  1. Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, Ernakulam

  2. Sacred Heart College, Thevara

  3. St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam

  4. Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram

  5. Farook College, Kozhikode

  6. Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram

  7. St. Thomas College, Thrissur

  8. Assumption College, Changanassery

  9. CMS College, Kottayam

  10. Bishop Moore College, Mavelikara