Course Overview:
The BCA (Work-Linked Degree) at Guru Kashi University is designed for students who want to start a tech career while studying. This program combines core computer science education with real-world IT experience, allowing students to learn coding, networking, and software development while working in tech roles. Through industry exposure and project-based learning, students graduate with hands-on skills and 3 years of experience, giving them a head start in the digital economy.
Key Highlights :
Work While You Study : Get placed in IT or tech-enabled roles and build professional experience during your degree.
Learn by Doing : Apply what you learn in class to real software development, IT support, or web development tasks.
Programming-First Approach : Gain strong coding skills in languages like Python, Java, and SQL.
IT Industry Exposure : Get mentored by professionals and understand how real IT teams function.
Flexible Online Classes : Study theory online at your convenience while working on-ground in the tech space.
Career Boost : Graduate with relevant experience and skills in high demand by employers.
Course Objectives :
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Build Core Technical Skills : Provide students with strong fundamentals in programming, databases, and software development.
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Bridge the Gap Between Study & Work : Enable students to apply theoretical concepts in live IT projects.
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Foster Problem-Solving Abilities : Train students to approach technical issues with structured thinking and logical reasoning.
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Promote Industry Readiness : Equip learners with real-time experience in tech roles across support, development, and testing.
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Encourage Lifelong Learning : Prepare students for evolving tech trends, enabling them to upskill continuously.
Learning Outcomes :
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Master Programming Languages: Gain hands-on experience with widely used coding languages and frameworks.
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Work on Real Projects: Apply classroom learning to real-world software and system development tasks.
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Build Tech Portfolios: Showcase your work experience and live projects to future employers.
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Understand Industry Workflows: Learn the basics of project management, IT operations, and agile development.
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Be Industry-Ready: Graduate with job experience and the technical confidence to step into mid-level tech roles.
Course Structure
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
| OBCA111 | Computer Fundamentals | Core |
| OBCA112 | Programming using C | Core |
| OBCA104 | Communication skills | Compulsory Foundation |
| OBCA113 | Computer Fundamentals Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA114 | Programming using C Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA199 | XXXX | MOOC |
| Disciplinary Elective- I | ||
| OBCA115 | Computer System Architecture | Digital Electronics |
| OBCA116 | Computer System Architecture | Digital Electronics |
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
| OBCA211 | Operating Systems | Core |
| OBCA202 | Programming using C++ | Core |
| OBCA212 | Operating Systems Lab | Compulsory Foundation |
| OBCA204 | Programming using C++Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA213 | Multimedia Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA214 | Environmental Studies | MOOC |
| OBCA215 | Introduction to Human Resource Management | MOOC |
| Disciplinary Elective- II | ||
| OBCA216 | E- Commerce | Discipline Elective- II |
| OBCA217 | Information System Design and Implementation | Discipline Elective- II |
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
| OBCA311 | Database Management Systems | Core |
| OBCA312 | Data Structures | Core |
| OBCA313 | Database Management Systems Lab | Compulsory Foundation |
| OBCA314 | Data Structures Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA315 | Minor Project | Technical skill |
| OBCA399 | XXXX | MOOC |
| Disciplinary Elective- III | ||
| OBCA316 | Programming using PHP | Discipline Elective- III |
| OBCA317 | Application Development using VB.NET | Discipline Elective- III |
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
| OBCA409 | Programming using Java | Core |
| OBCA410 | Discrete Mathematics | Core |
| OBCA411 | Programming using Java Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA412 | Internet Fundamentals Lab | Technical skill |
| Disciplinary Elective- IV | ||
| OBCA413 | Theory of Computation | Disciplinary Elective- IV |
| OBCA408 | Ethical Hacking | Disciplinary Elective- IV |
| OBCA414 | Big Data | Disciplinary Elective-V |
| OBCA415 | Data Warehouse and Mining | Disciplinary Elective-V |
| Disciplinary Elective-V | ||
| OBCA416 | Basics of LaTeX | VAC |
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
| OBCA510 | Programming using Java | Core |
| OBCA501 | Discrete Mathematics | Core |
| OBCA511 | Programming using Java Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA512 | Internet Fundamentals Lab | Skill Based |
| OBCA599 | XXXX | MOOC |
| Disciplinary Elective-VI | ||
| OBCA513 | Computer Graphics | Disciplinary Elective- VI |
| OBCA514 | Parallel Processing | Disciplinary Elective- VI |
| Course Code | Course Title | Type of Course |
| OBCA611 | Software Engineering | Core |
| OBCA602 | Programming using Python | Core |
| OBCA605 | Programming using Python Lab | Technical skill |
| OBCA612 | Major Project | Skill Based |
| OBCA613 | Service Learning | Skill Based |
| Disciplinary Elective-VIII | ||
| OBCA614 | Cyber Law | Disciplinary Elective- VII |
| OBCA615 | Digital Image Processing | Disciplinary Elective- VII |
| Disciplinary Elective-VIII | ||
| OBCA616 | Introduction to Cloud Computing | Disciplinary Elective- VIII |
| OBCA617 | Analysis & Design of Algorithms | Disciplinary Elective- VIII |
Fee Structure
| Bachelor of Computer Application | Semester I | Semester II | Semester III | Semester IV | Semester V | Semester VI |
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| Application Fee (One Time) | ₹ 500/- | - | - | - | - | - |
| Registration | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- | ₹ 500/- |
| Program Fee | ₹ 12,800/- | ₹ 12,800/- | ₹ 12,800/- | ₹ 12,800/- | ₹ 12,800/- | ₹ 12,800/- |
| Examination Fee | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- | ₹ 1,500/- |
| Apprenticeship fees | ₹ 12,000/- | - | ₹ 12,000/- | - | ₹ 12,000/- | - |
| Total Semester Fee | ₹ 27,300/- | ₹ 14,800/- | ₹ 26,800/- | ₹ 14,800/- | ₹ 26,800/- | ₹ 14,800/- |
| Total Fees | ₹ 1,25,300/- | |||||
Career Opportunities :
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Software
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IT Support
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Quality
Assurance
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Web
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Technical
Support
Engineer
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the program is suitable for beginners. It starts with the basics and gradually builds up to advanced topics.
Yes, the internship for BCA students will include a work aspect that needs to be balanced with their academic commitments.
Yes, you'll learn and work with languages like Python, Java, HTML, and SQL, with real project exposure.
Yes, students receive stipends based on their role and company policies.
You can pursue an MCA, apply for software jobs, or even explore certifications in cloud computing, data science, or cybersecurity.