B.Sc. in Computer Science at Mumbai University

If you are looking at B.Sc. in Computer Science, Mumbai University in Navi Mumbai runs it as a 3-year, full-time undergraduate course. The intake is 120 seats a year. The total fee on record is ₹2.11 lakh – ₹4.39 lakh, which works out to about ₹70,000 a year.

At its core, the programme covers programming, data structures and algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks and software engineering, with a steady diet of lab work and projects.

Mumbai University is a other institute, founded in 1857. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Mumbai University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Sc programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means programming, data structures and algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks and software engineering, with a steady diet of lab work and projects. Typical first jobs: software developer, full-stack engineer, QA engineer or systems analyst. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Mumbai University for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at Mumbai University as a group.

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Mumbai University before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.Sc. in Computer Science, you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Mumbai University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Mumbai University on its website (www.bvimsr.org) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

The latest placement figures on record (2022) show an average package of ₹4.87 lakh, a median package of ₹15 lakh and a highest package of ₹7.5 lakh at Mumbai University. 2,189 of 211 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Sc. in Computer Science specifically, the average salary on record is ₹3.8 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Mumbai University runs 26 B.Sc specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Hospitality Studies
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Biotechnology
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Computer Science
• B.Sc. in Forensic Science
• B.Sc. in Data Science and Business Analytics
• B.Sc. in Psychology
• Bachelor of Sports Science

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in programming? You will spend 3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹2.11 lakh – ₹4.39 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does Mumbai University compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Navi Mumbai?