Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
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“Computer Applications / Information Technology Programmes aim at providing a comprehensive knowledge on fundamental concepts of computer system and the aspects of the modern-day technology. The programs have been designed to provide the students with full exposure in getting thorough insight about all the important trends in the field of Computer Applications / Information Technology, enabling the students to sharpen their technical skills and getting a comfortable entry in the industry.

Objectives

  • This programme prepares students to take up positions as systems analysts, system designers, programmers and managers in any field related to IT.
  • It aims at imparting comprehensive knowledge with equal emphasis on theory and practice.
  • Students are encouraged to spend a full semester working in the industry giving them insight into the workings of the IT world.
  • This programme is designed to impart knowledge and training in the recent advancements and modern trends in the field of computer applications.

Programme Duration

Min. Duration: 2 years

Max. Duration: 4 years

Eligibility

BCA/B.Sc. (Computer Science)/B.Sc. (Information Technology)/Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering or equivalent OR
Any Graduation with Computer Science as a subject for three years with Mathematics as one of the subject at Graduation or 10+2 level or equivalent. OR
B.A./B.Com./B.Sc. (any Graduation) with Mathematics as one of the subject at Graduation or 10+2 level or equivalent (with additional bridge courses).

Note : Eligibility, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned here in or otherwise for admission to any programme is subject to change as prescribed by the university.

Fee Detail

Programme Fee

₹ 14000 (per semester)

Examination Fee

₹ 1500 (per semester)

Total Fee

₹ 15,500 (per semester)

*Exclusive of one time Application Fee of Rs. 600/- to be paid at the time of new admission.

If a student wants to take printed Study Material Rs.1000, then he/ she is required to pay the Study Material fee separately at the time of receiving Study Material.

Payment Mode

Fees will be accepted online on the LPU e-Connect portal via. Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/Wallets/Net Banking etc. or through Demand Draft in favour of “LOVELY FACULTY OF DISTANCE EDUCATION”, payable at JALANDHAR.

Career Prospects

IT Services

  • Office Automation
  • Telecommunication
  • Computing

Banking & Finance

  • Executing financial operations using updated software and accounting packages
  • Maintaining, expanding and updating data bases of financial transactions

Some of the relevant designations after BCA

  • Senior Programmer
  • Project Manager
  • Systems and Software engineer
  • Systems Manager
  • Database Programmer/Designer
  • Web Design Specialist
  • System Analyst
  • Information Security Specialist
  • Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Researcher Systems Developer
  • Robotics Technology Specialist
  • Computer Scientist
  • Computer Science Instructor

Health Services

  • Development and conduction of Diagnostic/ Medical tests
  • Maintaining medical case studies and health records of the patients
  • Video-Conferencing

Hospitality Services

Jobs may involve providing expert IT services in managing/ running:

  • Restaurants and hotels
  • Event management
  • Cruise services
  • Airlines agencies
  • Travel agencies

Retail & Manufacturing

Jobs may involve providing expert IT services in retail and manufacturing activities of industries like:

  • Automobile industries
  • Power plants
  • Textiles industry
  • Cement and other related industries

Entertainment & Media

  • Making animation films
  • Graphic designing
  • Multimedia development
  • Technical aspects of film making

Further Study Options

  • M.Tech
  • Ph.D

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