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Bachelor in Data Science

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Overview

The rise and development of computer and other associated technologies along with fast internet connectivity means that tons and tons of data are being generated each moment whose security is equally important as own’s safety and security.  The loss of data due to unauthorized access means the loss of invaluable information which have as severe economic impact both on the individual and organization. So, to prepare qualified individuals who take the responsibility of data security various Nepali Universities are have now started running full academic curriculum on Data Science as their Bachelors level programme.
Some of the Nepali University offering the Bachelor programme are:

  • Tribhuvan University (TU)
  • Kathmandu University (KU)
  • Pokhara University (PoU)

The semester-based curriculum offered at these universities are administered by their respective Faculties with a sole objective of producing qualified graduates who can manages data security effectively and efficiently. 
The Pokhara University offers this programme as innovative Bachelor level programme on Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (BAIDS), making the first that jointly offer this programme.
 

Objective of BDS in Nepal

The curriculum structure of the BDS is such that candidates who graduate from university in Data Science learns and develop skills which are highly sought nationally and internationally. The overall objective of the BDS are listed below:

  • Students will develop relevant programming abilities.
  • Students will demonstrate proficiency with statistical analysis of data.
  • Students will develop the ability to build and assess data-based models.
  • Students will execute statistical analyses with professional statistical software.
  • Students will demonstrate skill in data management.
  • Students will apply data science concepts and methods to solve problems in real-world contexts and will communicate these solutions effectively.
     

Eligibility

Each university has their own sets minimum conditions that candidates wishing to enroll must meet before grabbing a seat in the programme.

University

Eligibility

Minimum Entrance requirement

Tribhuvan University
  • Open to students of all stream candidate must have completed +2 or its equivalent with at least a “C-grade” or 45%.

Or

  • Must have scored at least “C-grade” in all subjects of 11 and 12 with full course on extra Math.

Or

  • Candidates who have passed the A-level exam must have secured at least a D grade.

Students must have scored higher grades in 80 Marks exam comprising questions from English, Mathematics and GK for securing seat in the programme.

Kathmandu University
  • The students of grade 11 and 12 or its equivalent should have taken PCM or PMCs.

Or

  • Candidate must have scored 50% or 2.0 GPA at lower level.

Expecting candidates must have scored a minimum of 528 points computer based Kathmandu University Common Admission Test.

Pokhara University
  • Plus 2 or its equivalent graduates with GPA of 2.0 or at least 45% or Grade D are eligible.

Or

  • A-level graduates with Grade D or 45% are eligible.

Candidates with higher grades in 2-hours long MCQ examination with questions on Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English and Computer Science are preferred.

Estimated Cost

The estimated cost of Bachelor of Data Science varies from university to university and from institution. However, the estimated cost of the programme is mentioned on the table given below:

University

Public college

Private College

Tribhuvan University

Around NRS 5,30,600.

Around 6-10 lakhs.

Kathmandu University

Around NRS 9,24,000.

Around 10-12 lakhs

Pokhara University

NA

NA

It may however worth noticing that Universities offering the Bachelor of Data Science has various scholarship schemes. These scholarships are provided only to those who have excellent academic records and is strongly backed up by exceptional entrance examination score.

Career

The Bachelor of Data Science is structured and administered in such a manner that BDS graduates develops market sought knowledge and skills which wins a respected job at reputable IT based companies. With the knowledge and skills, some of the potential career options for the BDS graduates are:

  • Junior Data Analyst
  • Junior Data Engineer
  • Applications Architect
  • Business Data Analyst
  • Risk Management Analyst
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Tableau Developer
  • Database Administrator