B.Sc. in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at VELS University

B.Sc. in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at VELS University in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Fees for the full course come to ₹2.75 lakh – ₹8.65 lakh (roughly ₹92,000 a year).

The course is about how machines learn from data: programming in Python, probability and statistics, machine learning, neural networks, computer vision and natural language processing, with projects on real datasets.

VELS University is a other institute, founded in 1992. This page brings together what is on record for this course at VELS 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 how machines learn from data: programming in Python, probability and statistics, machine learning, neural networks, computer vision and natural language processing, with projects on real datasets. Typical first jobs: machine learning engineer, AI developer, data scientist or research engineer. 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 VELS University for the current semester-wise plan.

This is what the course costs, as recorded. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at VELS University as a group.

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

For admission to B.Sc. in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, 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 VELS University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

The admission process usually runs like this:

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 VELS University on its website (vistas.ac.in) 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.

Going by the latest placement record (2024) show a placement rate of 100%, an average package of ₹5 lakh and a highest package of ₹8 lakh at VELS University. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Sc. in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning specifically, the average salary on record is ₹4.01 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.

VELS University runs 29 B.Sc specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• B.Sc. in Aircraft Maintenance
• B.Sc. in Hotel and Catering Management
• B.Sc. in Visual Communication
• B.Sc. in Microbiology
• B.Sc. in Biocomputing
• B.Sc. in Information Technology
• B.Sc. Computer Science in Cyber Security
• B.Sc. in Aeronautical Science
• B.Sc. in Medical Record Sciences
• B.Sc. in Aviation
• B.Sc. in Visual Effects
• B.Sc. in Neuro Electrophysiology
• B.Sc (Hons) in Agriculture
• B.Sc. in Biotechnology
• B.Sc. in Game Designing
• B.Sc. in Nursing
• B.Sc. in Cardiac Care Technology
• B.Sc. in Maritime Operations
• B.Sc. in Food Service Management and Applied Nutrition
• B.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition
• B.Sc. in Psychology
• B.Sc. in Animation
• B.Sc. in Optometry
• B.Sc. in Multimedia (Media Arts)
• B.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology
• B.Sc. in Operation Theatre and Anesthesia Technology
• B.Sc. in Accident and Emergency Care
• B.Sc. in Radiology and Imaging Technology

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in how machines learn from data? You will spend 3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹2.75 lakh – ₹8.65 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 VELS University compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Chennai?