Bachelor of Computer Application IT (BCA IT)

Bachelor of Computer Application in Information Technology (BCA-IT) at Khwopa Engineering College, Bhaktapur

Bachelor of Computer Application in Information Technology (BCA-IT) at Khwopa Engineering College is a four-year bachelor's program affiliated with Purbanchal University. KhEC offers BCA-IT under the Faculty of Science and Technology at its Libali, Bhaktapur-8 campus.

The program has an enrollment capacity of 48 students and combines computer applications with programming, numerical methods, operating systems, networking, database management, technology management, laboratory work, and application-based projects.

Quick Highlights

• Course: Bachelor of Computer Application in Information Technology (BCA-IT)

• College: Khwopa Engineering College (KhEC)

• Location: Libali, Bhaktapur-8, Nepal

• Affiliation: Purbanchal University

• Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology

• Level: Bachelor's

• Duration: 4 years

• Seats: 48

• Total Fee for : NRs. 3,60,000

• Admission: Entrance examination, merit list, and college interview

• Academic Components: Computing subjects, management study, laboratory work, numerical methods, networking, databases, and computer projects

BCA-IT course structure

BCA-IT combines computer application study with technical and management subjects. Its academic work includes theory, tutorials, laboratories, and computer projects.

The second year, second semester carries 17 credits and includes:

This semester has 15 lecture hours, five tutorial hours, and 11 laboratory hours in its weekly academic schedule.

Numerical Methods includes computational techniques supported by programming-based laboratory exercises. Students work with methods such as bisection, Newton-Raphson, interpolation, numerical integration, Gauss elimination, Gauss-Seidel iteration, Euler's method, and Runge-Kutta methods.

Operating System covers processes and threads, scheduling, memory management, file systems, input/output, deadlocks, real-time systems, and distributed systems. Laboratory work includes Linux commands and programming, process scheduling, page-replacement algorithms, memory allocation, inter-process communication, and shell programming.

Computer Network addresses network types and topologies, wired and wireless networks, network components, transmission media, data communication, reference models, IP addressing, and related networking concepts.

Database Management System includes database and SQL-based practical work. Computer Project-IV connects database study with application development and requires students to develop assigned software, prepare a written report, and give an oral presentation. The project includes 45 laboratory hours and may be completed in groups of up to three students.

BCA-IT eligibility

The minimum eligibility criteria effective from the 2082-2083 intake provide several academic routes for BCA-IT applicants.

Applicants who have completed +2 or equivalent must have:

• A minimum D grade in each subject, or D+ under the old grading system; and

• An aggregate GPA of at least 2.0.

Applicants may also qualify with at least 45 percent in Intermediate or a three-year Diploma in any stream.

For A Level, the requirement is at least an E grade in each subject or an aggregate of 45 percent.

Admission process at KhEC

BCA-IT follows the admission procedure used for Faculty of Science and Technology programs at Khwopa Engineering College.

Eligible applicants complete the required Purbanchal University and college entrance applications and sit for the entrance examination. Applicants must pass the entrance examination before the college prepares its merit list according to the entrance result.

Candidates included in the merit list attend an interview conducted by the college. Successful candidates can then complete admission according to seat availability.

After the interview, selected candidates are given around two to three days to submit the admission fee. Available seats are filled under the stated first-come-first-basis admission procedure.

BCA-IT fee structure for

The total fee for BCA-IT at Khwopa Engineering College for is NRs. 3,60,000.

The amount excludes registration and examination fees levied by Purbanchal University and other applicable charges from external institutions or bodies.

An NRs. 15,000 deposit is collected at admission. It is refundable only after successful completion of the course. Foreign students are charged an additional 50 percent of the total semester fees, along with other applicable fees under Purbanchal University regulations.

Scholarships for BCA-IT students

BCA-IT students admitted in are included in the KhEC scholarship provisions for BE, B.Arch., BIT, and BCA-IT programs.

Merit-based and reserved scholarships operate according to Purbanchal University scholarship policy. First-semester scholarships based on +2 academic performance are structured as follows:

• 50 percent for a minimum CGPA of 3.90 out of 4.0 or 96 percent and above.

• 40 percent for CGPA 3.80-3.89 or 92 percent to below 96 percent.

• 30 percent for CGPA 3.60-3.79 or 84 percent to below 92 percent.

• 20 percent for CGPA 3.40-3.59 or 76 percent to below 84 percent.

• 10 percent for CGPA 3.20-3.39 or 68 percent to below 76 percent.

Eligible students who completed +2 from a public, government, or community school receive a 10 percent scholarship on the total first-semester fee.

Limited scholarship provisions also cover students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, single-parent families, differently-abled students, and students with notable national or international sports achievements. A student can receive only one scholarship; where multiple categories apply, the higher-value scholarship is awarded.

Academic setting at Khwopa Engineering College

BCA-IT is associated with the Information Technology academic area at KhEC. The college has computer laboratories along with broader laboratory facilities, a library with course and reference books, multipurpose halls, sports facilities, a cafeteria, and transportation services.

The college also has a Research and Development Unit. Its activities include faculty and student research, student projects, research-related training, seminars, workshops, and academic publication initiatives.

For BCA-IT students, the laboratory and project components are directly relevant to subjects such as numerical methods, operating systems, networks, databases, and application development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BCA-IT at Khwopa Engineering College?

BCA-IT is the Bachelor of Computer Application in Information Technology program offered by Khwopa Engineering College under the Faculty of Science and Technology. It is affiliated with Purbanchal University.

How long is BCA-IT at KhEC?

The program has a duration of four years.

How many BCA-IT seats are available at Khwopa Engineering College?

The enrollment capacity is 48 students.

What is the BCA-IT fee at KhEC?

The total fee for is NRs. 3,60,000. Registration and examination fees charged by Purbanchal University and other applicable external charges are excluded.

What is the minimum eligibility for BCA-IT?

For +2 or equivalent, applicants need at least a D grade in each subject, D+ under the old grading system, and an aggregate GPA of at least 2.0. Intermediate, three-year Diploma, and A Level routes are also included under the stated eligibility criteria.

Is an entrance examination required for BCA-IT admission?

Yes. Applicants must pass the applicable entrance examination. Selection then proceeds through the entrance result, college merit list, interview, and admission process.

Does BCA-IT include practical and project work?

Yes. The curriculum includes laboratory-based subjects and computer project work. Computer Project-IV, for example, requires application development, a written report, an oral presentation, and laboratory work.

Does KhEC offer scholarships for BCA-IT students?

Yes. BCA-IT is included in the scholarship scheme covering Purbanchal University merit and reserved provisions, +2 performance-based scholarships, eligible public or community-school graduates, disadvantaged students, and sports achievement categories.