Aryabhatta College

Course Name:

Bachelor of Science (Programme) — also referred to as B.Sc. General

College:

Aryabhatta College
Affiliated to University of Delhi
South Campus, New Delhi

Duration:

3 years (6 semesters) – Full-time undergraduate program
Follows the UGCF (Undergraduate Curriculum Framework) introduced by Delhi University

Eligibility Criteria:

• Completion of 10+2 (Senior Secondary) with Science stream from a recognized board

• Subjects studied in Class 12 should typically include Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics/Computer Science

• Admission is through the CUET (UG) conducted by NTA

• CUET subject requirements must align with the science subjects chosen in the B.Sc. Programme

Course Nature:

The B.Sc. (Programme) offers a multi-disciplinary science education, unlike B.Sc. (Hons.) which is focused on one subject. Students study two or three core subjects throughout the degree.

Common Subject Combinations:

(Subject options may vary by academic session)

• Physical Sciences: Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics

• Life Sciences: Botany + Zoology + Chemistry

• Mathematics + Computer Science + Physics (if offered)

Students are generally required to choose a main combination at the time of admission.

Course Structure:

1. Core Subjects: Two or more science subjects studied over six semesters

2. Generic Electives (GE): Chosen from non-science disciplines like Environmental Studies, English, Economics, etc.

3. Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC): Applied courses like Lab Techniques, Data Handling, Python, etc.

4. Ability Enhancement Courses (AEC): English or MIL Communication, Environmental Studies

5. Value Addition Courses (VAC): Soft skills, ethics, digital literacy

Teaching & Evaluation:

• Classroom-based lectures and practical lab work

• Continuous internal assessment (tests, presentations, assignments)

• Semester-end university examinations

• Field visits or small project work (in some subjects)

Facilities for Science Students:

• Well-equipped laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science

• Qualified teaching staff and lab assistants

• Science clubs and societies for co-curricular learning

• Seminars, workshops, and career counseling

• Internship and placement support (limited but growing in science fields)

Career Opportunities After B.Sc. (Programme):

• Higher Studies: M.Sc., MCA, MBA, PG Diplomas in Data Science, Environmental Science, etc.

• Teaching: After B.Ed. or other certification

• Government Exams: SSC, Banking, UPSC, Railways, State PSCs

• Private Sector Roles: Lab Technician, Quality Control, Scientific Assistant, Data Entry, IT Support

• Professional Certifications: Can lead to roles in clinical research, analytics, environmental consultancy, etc.