Mobile is becoming not only the new digital hub, but also the bridge to the physical world. That’s why mobile will affect more than just your digital operations – it will transform your entire business!” as said by Mr. Thomas Husson, Vice President & Principal Analyst at Forrester Research. He clearly sums up the story about the future and rightly explains all this hype around the mobile applications.
Bachelor’s in computer applications (BCA) with specialization in Mobile Applications curriculum emphasizes on the technical and practical aspects of the computer applications. BCA Course is an undergraduate program where students are exposed to various areas of computer applications including the latest developments in the industry. In addition to all the mandatory subjects of a traditional BCA, this specialized course offers in-depth practical know-how of the current trends. Mobile Application sectors have the potential to grow exponentially, and they provide challenging job opportunities for young professionals with the right skill sets.
On the Mobile Applications front, the course will provide students with the fundamental knowledge of all aspects of mobile technologies with emphasis on application development for Android and iOS, with industry requirements in mind.
Students will learn about fundamentals of C programming, Linux programming and computer organization, comprehensive knowledge in computer networks, android, iOS and mobile security, Java programming and RDBMS, exposure to new concepts through projects from the industry.
Market Trends of Mobile Applications:
The global market valued at USD 154.09 billion in 2019 and expected to grow at CAGR of 11.5% from 2020 to 2027 (Grandviewresearch.com)
(a) There are around 30K app publishers from India i.e., 3% of all publishers on Google Play and (b) More than 1.5 lacs apps from Indian publishers out of 27.8 lacs apps globally (6% Globally) (42matters.com)
India is top market for mobile gaming in terms of downloads with 4.8 billion installs in H1 2021, (20% of global installs) (App Intelligence platform App Annie)
Unique Selling Points of the Specialization:
PO1: Apply the knowledge of mathematical foundations, computer application theory and algorithm principles in the design and modelling of computer-based system
PO2: Design and evaluate solutions for complex computing problems, systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs with community service focus
PO3: Use Project based knowledge and methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions
PO4: Create, select, adapt and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern computing tools to complex computing activities with an understanding of the limitations
PO5: Understand and commit to professional ethics and cyber regulations, responsibilities and norms of professional computing practice
PO6: Recognize the need and have ability to engage in independent learning for continuous development as a computing professional
PO7: Demonstrate knowledge, understand computing and management principles to apply one’s own work as a member and leader in a team to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments
PO8: Understand and assess societal & environmental safety, legal issues within local and global contexts and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional computing practice
PO9: Identify a timely opportunity to use innovation to pursue and create value and wealth for the betterment of the Society & Nation
PSO 1 Understand, analyze and gain application-oriented skills to develop computer programs in the areas related to algorithms, web design and networking for designing efficient computer-based systems
PSO 2 Facilitate the students to explore technical knowledge in emerging areas of computer applications like mobile and web application development, gaming and animation with strong emphasis on lifelong learning.
PSO 3 Sensitizing students about various issues, latest technology trends and enable them to innovate new ideas and solutions for societal benefits.
BCA – Mobile Applications
10+2 (English Medium) examination conducted by Central Board of Secondary Education or equivalent examination from a recognized board in any stream, with an overall aggregate 50%.
Programme | Seats |
BCA – Web Application Development | |
BCA – Animation and Gaming | |
BCA – Mobile Applications |
Hostel Fee (where applicable) Rs. 75,000/- per semester
% of Scholarship | Eligibility (For CBSE as per percentage score in applicable subjects by program. Normalised Scores will be taken for other Boards with respect to CBSE) |
35% | CBSE: 95.1% and above |
15% | CBSE: 90.1% and above |