Bachelor of Computer System and Information Technology (BCSIT)

Bachelor of Computer System and Information Technology (BCSIT) at Apollo International College

The Bachelor of Computer System and Information Technology (BCSIT) at Apollo International College, Mid-Baneshwor, Kathmandu, is a four-year undergraduate program affiliated with Pokhara University. Previously named Bachelor of Computer Information System (BCIS), the current BCSIT program combines computer systems, software, information technology, information systems, and management education. Students complete 127 credit hours across eight semesters, including computing courses, management subjects, concentration courses, three projects, and an internship.

The program covers programming, database management, computer networks, software engineering, operating systems, cloud computing, information system security, computer graphics, and Artificial Intelligence alongside management, finance, economics, research, entrepreneurship, and business-related subjects.

Quick Highlights

BCSIT Academic Structure

The BCSIT curriculum places its largest credit share in information technology and computing while retaining foundation and management subjects. Students also complete concentration courses, project work, and internship.

The 57-credit computing component accounts for 19 courses. Management study contributes another 27 credits, while four concentration courses allow students to take focused coursework during the later semesters.

BCSIT Subjects by Semester

Semester I

The first semester establishes a base in English, mathematics, programming, computer systems, and internet technology.

• English

• Mathematics I

• Internet Technology I

• Fundamentals of Computer Systems

• Programming Language

Semester credits: 15

Semester II

The second semester moves into object-oriented programming, data structures, digital systems, communication, and project work.

• Business Communication

• Mathematics II

• Digital Systems

• Object-Oriented Language (Java)

• Data Structure and Algorithm

• Project I

Semester credits: 17

Digital Systems covers number systems, Boolean algebra, logic gates, combinational and sequential circuits, and related digital components. Object-Oriented Language introduces Java, while Data Structure and Algorithm develops further programming and problem-solving work.

Semester III

The third semester introduces databases, object-oriented analysis, web programming, management, and quantitative study.

• Linear Algebra and Probability

• Database Management System

• Object-Oriented Analysis and Design

• Internet Technology II (Programming)

• Principles of Management

Semester credits: 15

Semester IV

The fourth semester combines computing infrastructure, software development, networking, quantitative methods, finance, and another project.

• Computer Architecture and Microprocessor

• Numerical Methods

• Software Engineering and Project Management

• Data Communication and Networks

• Fundamentals of Financial Management

• Project II

Semester credits: 17

Semester V

Students move into operating systems, Artificial Intelligence, organizational study, digital marketing, and their first concentration course.

• Digital Marketing

• Operating Systems

• Organizational Behavior

• Artificial Intelligence

• Concentration I

Semester credits: 15

Semester VI

The sixth semester adds computer graphics, research, cloud computing, economics, and a second concentration course.

• Computer Graphics

• Research Methods

• Cloud Computing

• Applied Economics

• Concentration II

Semester credits: 15

Semester VII

The seventh semester combines advanced information-system study with management subjects and the Major Project.

• Strategic Management

• Management of Human Resources

• Digital Economy

• Information System Security

• Major Project

• Concentration III

Semester credits: 19

The Major Project carries four credits and forms the largest project component in the curriculum.

Semester VIII

The final semester includes legal and entrepreneurship subjects, a concentration course, and internship.

• Legal Aspects of Business and Technology

• Innovation and Entrepreneurship

• Internship

• Concentration IV

Semester credits: 14

The internship carries five credits.

Computing and Information Technology Focus

BCSIT is structured around both technical computing and organizational use of information systems. Students study computer hardware and software foundations before moving into programming, database systems, networks, software engineering, operating systems, cloud computing, security, and other advanced subjects.

The program also addresses how technology operates within a business setting. Management, organizational behavior, financial management, digital marketing, economics, strategic management, human resource management, entrepreneurship, and legal aspects of business and technology appear alongside technical courses.

Its academic objectives include developing knowledge and practical ability in computer systems, software development, database management, network administration, cybersecurity, data processing, communication, and the relationship between IT and organizational goals.

Project Work

Project work appears at several stages of the degree rather than only in the final semester.

Students complete:

• Project I in Semester II — 2 credits

• Project II in Semester IV — 2 credits

• Major Project in Semester VII — 4 credits

Together, project courses account for eight credits of the 127-credit curriculum.

The program requires an independent capstone project involving fieldwork and empirical analysis. Students work with information collected during the project and prepare a report in the prescribed format.

The sequence allows project work to develop alongside the technical curriculum. Project I comes after the first programming and computer-system courses, Project II appears alongside software engineering and networking study, and the Major Project is undertaken after students have completed a wider range of computing subjects.

Internship

BCSIT includes a five-credit internship in Semester VIII. The internship period is six to eight weeks and is completed within an organization.

The internship follows most of the technical and management coursework, including programming, databases, networking, software engineering, operating systems, Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, information system security, and the Major Project.

It provides a formal workplace component within the degree and forms part of the 127 credits required for graduation.

Teaching and Learning

BCSIT classes use lectures together with case studies, group discussions, project assignments, field visits, class presentations, and other course-related teaching methods. Students also participate in individual presentations and class activities connected with communication and interpersonal development.

At Apollo International College, BCSIT is supported by computer laboratory facilities. The college also includes project work, presentations, practical activities, career-development training, industrial visits, and research-related activities within its academic environment.

The program's combination of theory, laboratory work, projects, and internship reflects the practical requirements of its computing subjects.

Additional Skill Development Activities

Apollo International College also runs non-credit professional and employability skill-development courses for students. BCSIT-related training areas include:

• HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and Git

• UI/UX Design

• Problem-solving with Python

• Application-based programming in Python

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• CCNA Certification Course

• AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification Course

• Project-based front-end design

• Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

• Introduction to Linux/Unix

• Mobile application development using Flutter

These activities are separate from the 127-credit BCSIT curriculum.

Eligibility and Admission

For BCSIT admission at Apollo International College, applicants must have completed a minimum of 12 years of formal schooling.

The academic and selection criteria include:

• CGPA of 1.8 on a 4.0-point scale or 45 percent

• Minimum Grade D in individual subjects

• Applicants from any +2 stream may apply

• Admission test

• Interview

Pokhara University's BCSIT admission framework requires Intermediate or Higher Secondary level (10+2), Proficiency Certificate Level (PCL) with second division, or an equivalent qualification recognized by Pokhara University. Applicants must pass the entrance test conducted by the concerned college, and an interview may also be used for final selection.

Documents Required for Admission

Applicants at Apollo International College are required to submit:

• Copies of academic transcripts from SEE/SLC onward

• Copies of character certificates from SEE/SLC onward

• Original migration certificate of the latest qualification

• Equivalent certificate where an academic qualification was obtained from a foreign university

• Copy of citizenship

• Two recent passport-size photographs

Attendance and Evaluation

Students are required to maintain at least 80 percent attendance in lectures, tutorials, seminars, and practical classes.

Evaluation is divided equally between internal and external assessment:

Within the internal evaluation, theory carries 30 marks and practical, viva, or project evaluation carries 20 marks. Internal assessment can include quizzes, tutorials, laboratory work, assignments, class tests, participation, term papers, internal examinations, project work, and viva examinations.

The external semester-end examination is conducted by the Office of the Controller of Examinations, Pokhara University. Students must pass internal and external evaluations independently.

Pokhara University uses a four-point letter grading system for the program.

Scholarship

Apollo International College grants scholarships to deserving students based on NEB examination CGPA and performance in the Apollo Entrance.

Areas Students Work With During BCSIT

The curriculum gives students academic and practical exposure across several areas:

• Programming and software development

• Computer systems

• Database management

• Data structures and algorithms

• Web and internet technologies

• Computer architecture

• Networking

• Software engineering

• Operating systems

• Computer graphics

• Cloud computing

• Information system security

• Research methods

• Project development

• Business and management

• Communication

• Entrepreneurship

The program also includes quantitative subjects such as mathematics, linear algebra, probability, and numerical methods.

Career Direction

Apollo International College associates BCSIT with several technology and information-system roles. Graduates may explore positions such as:

• System Analyst

• Programmer

• IT Officer or Manager

• Network Administrator

• Database Administrator

• System Administrator

• Software Developer

• Web Developer

• Project Manager

• Information System Manager

Opportunities may exist across private, public, banking, and government organizations. Employment outcomes depend on technical ability, project experience, individual performance, additional skills, and available positions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is BCSIT at Apollo International College?

BCSIT is the Bachelor of Computer System and Information Technology, a four-year undergraduate program combining computing, information technology, information systems, and management education.

2. Was BCSIT previously called BCIS?

Yes. Pokhara University's BCSIT program was previously named Bachelor of Computer Information System (BCIS).

3. How long is the BCSIT program?

The normal duration is four years, organized into eight semesters.

4. How many credits are required for BCSIT?

Students must complete 127 credit hours, including foundation, management, computing, concentration, project, and internship components.

5. How many BCSIT seats are available at Apollo International College?

Apollo International College has 48 seats for the BCSIT program.

6. Does BCSIT include project work?

Yes. Students complete Project I, Project II, and a Major Project, totaling eight credits.

7. Does BCSIT include an internship?

Yes. The program includes a five-credit internship in Semester VIII lasting six to eight weeks.

8. What programming and computing subjects are included?

The curriculum includes Programming Language, Object-Oriented Language (Java), Data Structure and Algorithm, Database Management System, Internet Technology, Software Engineering and Project Management, Operating Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Computer Graphics, and Information System Security.

9. What is the attendance requirement?

Students must maintain at least 80 percent attendance.

10. How is BCSIT evaluated?

Internal evaluation carries 50 percent and the external semester-end examination carries 50 percent. Students must pass the internal and external components independently.