Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Applications for Feb 2025 intake are now closed. Dates for August 2025 cohort will be announced soon.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Recognised 3 year Bachelor's degree
with a flexible exit option in the 2nd year (Diploma in Software Engineering) or an optional 4th year track (BSc Hons in Computer Science).
INR 3.1 Lakh / USD 4,000 to USD 6,000 total cost
for BSc in Computer Science. Fee varies as per track & geographic location. Learn about tuition fee.
3 - 6 years
30 courses, 2 projects, 25 hours per week for BSc in Computer Science track.
100% online learning
Hands-on learning from anywhere. Online classes. No offline examinations.
Incubation Support & Entrepreneurial Guidance
Gain eligibility to seek incubation support from PIEDS, the technology business incubator of BITS Pilani
Prepare for a rewarding career in tech with a degree from one of the world’s leading engineering institutions
BITS Pilani is the alma mater to successful founders, entrepreneurs, and Fortune 500 leaders. The Department of Computer Science & Information Systems was established in 1971 and has a legacy as one of the earliest in India.
Learn job-relevant computer science skills from a highly regarded university Computer science programmes from BITS Pilani are highly regarded across the industry. Faculty at BITS Pilani consistently engages with multiple corporate partners to design an industry-ready curriculum, and as you advance through the programme, you’ll develop job-ready skills through working on multiple industry projects.
Enjoy maximum flexibility with a 100% online programme This degree programme is delivered entirely online to enable you to learn at your own pace. There is no attendance criteria or offline examination. To ensure academic rigour, you will have regular online assessments and opportunities to interact with the faculty from BITS Pilani via live discussions and question-and-answer sessions.
Earn a credential at every milestone You’ll have the opportunity to convert your earned credits into a credential at regular intervals. You will have an option to exit with a diploma at the end of Year Two, a bachelor's degree at the end of Year Three or opt for an additional year to earn an honours degree at the end of Year Four.
Benefit from open eligibility criteria Your prior education will not restrict your eligibility for this programme. You can apply even without a prior background in Science or Mathematics. Applicants from Commerce or Social Science backgrounds can also apply.
What’s in this degree program?
Education from a top ranked institution
Prepare for in-demand jobs
NAAC A+ accredited
Graduate with a specialisation
Global alumni network
Career services
Unlock opportunities to build your tech startup from ground up with an industry-leading curriculum, a diverse network of classmates and incubation support via Pilani Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Society, the technology business incubator of BITS Pilani.
Throughout the programme, you’ll experience a high level of academic rigour through continuous evaluations that will help ensure you’ll be able to learn and perform at par with the excellence of a BITS Pilani student.
BITS Pilani is an Institution of Eminence under UGC (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be Universities) Regulations, 2017. As per these regulations, BITS Pilani is entitled to offer the B.Sc. in Computer Science programme in online mode. As per clause 22 of UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations 2020, degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate level awarded through online mode by recognized institutions shall be treated as equivalent to the corresponding awards of the degrees offered through conventional mode.
This programme is offered twice a year in February and August.
Application Assistance Hour | Click here to register
- Schedule a call with our enrolment counsellor | Click here
- Download brochure
- Download brochure (Hindi)
- Watch the admissions webinar
- Meet your batchmates: Hanush & Kamram
- Q&A session with enrolled students
- Coaching session on Mathematics Qualifier Exam
Benefits of applying earlier:
- Adequate time to submit all application documents
- Get an early decision from the Admissions team on your application
- Exclusive access to 3,000+ top courses on Coursera upon enrolment
If you have questions, please email us at admissions@online.bits-pilani.ac.in
Interested in getting started, but not yet ready to commit? Try Introduction to Programming course that is part of this degree. Start making progress towards this degree. Upon successful completion of these certificates, you can transfer your progress once you’re accepted to the programme.
Applications for Feb 2025 are now closed. Dates for next intake will be announced shortly.
Live Q&A: Get help on your application | Click here to register
Click on 'Apply Now' to start your application or 'Request more info' to know more about the programme.
Recognised 3 year Bachelor's degree
with a flexible exit option in the 2nd year (Diploma in Software Engineering) or an optional 4th year track (BSc Hons in Computer Science).
INR 3.1 Lakh / USD 4,000 to USD 6,000 total cost
for BSc in Computer Science. Fee varies as per track & geographic location. Learn about tuition fee.
3 - 6 years
30 courses, 2 projects, 25 hours per week for BSc in Computer Science track.
100% online learning
Hands-on learning from anywhere. Online classes. No offline examinations.
Incubation Support & Entrepreneurial Guidance
Gain eligibility to seek incubation support from PIEDS, the technology business incubator of BITS Pilani
Recognised 3 year Bachelor's degree
with a flexible exit option in the 2nd year (Diploma in Software Engineering) or an optional 4th year track (BSc Hons in Computer Science).
INR 3.1 Lakh / USD 4,000 to USD 6,000 total cost
for BSc in Computer Science. Fee varies as per track & geographic location. Learn about tuition fee.
Prepare for a rewarding career in tech with a degree from one of the world’s leading engineering institutions
BITS Pilani is the alma mater to successful founders, entrepreneurs, and Fortune 500 leaders. The Department of Computer Science & Information Systems was established in 1971 and has a legacy as one of the earliest in India.
Learn job-relevant computer science skills from a highly regarded university Computer science programmes from BITS Pilani are highly regarded across the industry. Faculty at BITS Pilani consistently engages with multiple corporate partners to design an industry-ready curriculum, and as you advance through the programme, you’ll develop job-ready skills through working on multiple industry projects.
Enjoy maximum flexibility with a 100% online programme This degree programme is delivered entirely online to enable you to learn at your own pace. There is no attendance criteria or offline examination. To ensure academic rigour, you will have regular online assessments and opportunities to interact with the faculty from BITS Pilani via live discussions and question-and-answer sessions.
Earn a credential at every milestone You’ll have the opportunity to convert your earned credits into a credential at regular intervals. You will have an option to exit with a diploma at the end of Year Two, a bachelor's degree at the end of Year Three or opt for an additional year to earn an honours degree at the end of Year Four.
Benefit from open eligibility criteria Your prior education will not restrict your eligibility for this programme. You can apply even without a prior background in Science or Mathematics. Applicants from Commerce or Social Science backgrounds can also apply.
What’s in this degree program?
Education from a top ranked institution
Prepare for in-demand jobs
NAAC A+ accredited
Graduate with a specialisation
Global alumni network
Career services
Unlock opportunities to build your tech startup from ground up with an industry-leading curriculum, a diverse network of classmates and incubation support via Pilani Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Society, the technology business incubator of BITS Pilani.
Throughout the programme, you’ll experience a high level of academic rigour through continuous evaluations that will help ensure you’ll be able to learn and perform at par with the excellence of a BITS Pilani student.
BITS Pilani is an Institution of Eminence under UGC (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be Universities) Regulations, 2017. As per these regulations, BITS Pilani is entitled to offer the B.Sc. in Computer Science programme in online mode. As per clause 22 of UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations 2020, degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate level awarded through online mode by recognized institutions shall be treated as equivalent to the corresponding awards of the degrees offered through conventional mode.
This programme is offered twice a year in February and August.
Application Assistance Hour | Click here to register
- Schedule a call with our enrolment counsellor | Click here
- Download brochure
- Download brochure (Hindi)
- Watch the admissions webinar
- Meet your batchmates: Hanush & Kamram
- Q&A session with enrolled students
- Coaching session on Mathematics Qualifier Exam
Benefits of applying earlier:
- Adequate time to submit all application documents
- Get an early decision from the Admissions team on your application
- Exclusive access to 3,000+ top courses on Coursera upon enrolment
If you have questions, please email us at admissions@online.bits-pilani.ac.in
Interested in getting started, but not yet ready to commit? Try Introduction to Programming course that is part of this degree. Start making progress towards this degree. Upon successful completion of these certificates, you can transfer your progress once you’re accepted to the programme.
A world-class computer science programme
If you’re looking to start or switch to a career in computer science, BITS Pilani’s straightforward eligibility criteria and simple admissions process make it easy for you to quickly and easily start learning.
This programme is designed for people without computer science experience who wish to begin a successful career in technology. You'll build job-relevant computer science skills through an industry-oriented curriculum, hands-on projects, and top-quality education from BITS Pilani.
Build a deep domain expertise by specialising in one of the four tracks
- Track 1: Application Development (Full Stack) Learn software design principles to build applications for web and mobile devices.
- Track 2: Computing Systems and Systems Programming Learn operating systems, network programming and client-server computing.
- Track 3: Databases and Data Analytics Learn relational and modern databases along with database applications.
- Track 4: Algorithmics & Theoretical Computer Science Learn data structures, algorithm design and applications.
What does the degree certificate look like?
Upon successful completion of the 3-year Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme, you will receive a Bachelors degree issued by Birla Institute of Technology and Science. The opposite side of the degree certificate will also mention Mode of Delivery, Date of admission and Date of completion.
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When you complete these programs, you may have learning recognized for credit toward this degree, if you are admitted and enroll.¹
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Frequently asked questions
You need to have three basic prerequisites to apply for this degree programme:
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Proficiency in mathematics
- Completed high school education (Class 12th / Senior Secondary School Education)
Yes! This programme allows students from non-science backgrounds to also apply. Please read more about the eligibility criteria here.
No, you won’t be charged for applying to the programme.