Can I choose any Minor with Computer Science?

Yes, you may choose a Minor in Economics, Digital Business, or Bioinformatics. Eligibility to select a Minor may depend on meeting prerequisite courses or requirements set by the department.

BSc in Data Science and Analytics

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) (Honours / Honours with Research)

Data Science & Analytics with Minor in Economics / Digital Business / Bioinformatics

Overview

The B.Sc (Honours / Honours with Research) in Data Science & Analytics at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is a future-centric undergraduate programme designed to build strong analytical, computational, and research capabilities and is recognised among the best B.Sc Data Science colleges in Bangalore, the programme integrates Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Cloud Computing, Big Data, and advanced data-driven frameworks with real-world applications. With its interdisciplinary structure and industry-aligned curriculum, it also stands among the top B.Sc Data Science colleges in Bangalore. It is widely regarded as one of the leading B.Sc Data Science colleges in India.

Students have the flexibility to choose a Minor in Economics, Digital Business, or Bioinformatics, enabling interdisciplinary expertise and strengthening employability across scientific, technological, and business domains. This flexibility places the programme among the preferred choices for learners seeking B.Sc Data Science and Analytics colleges in Bangalore that offer both academic depth and practical exposure.

The programme provides robust training through practical labs, industry-led projects, internships, cloud-based environments, research dissertations (for Honours with Research), and value-added certifications in collaboration with GUVI HCL.

Certifications Offered:

Certification in collaboration with GUVI-HCL

Eligibility

A student who has passed Level 4 / Class 12 schooling (either through formal schooling or through the open school system) or its equivalent shall be eligible for admission to BSc programmes.

However, students who have not studied requisite courses from Science discipline related to the respective programmes will have to undertake the prescribed bridge course(s).

Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)

Total Credits: 176 Credits (As per UGC FYUGP & NCrF)

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Program code: 003A

Course code : 3A06

Course Commencement : Jul 2026

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Study Campus

School of Sciences
#34, 1st Cross
J C Road
Bangalore - 560 027
P +91 80 4343 0100

Admissions Office

JAIN Knowledge Campus
#44/4, District Fund Road
Jayanagar 9th Block Campus
Bangalore - 560 069
P : +91 73378 80218
P : +91 98440 73343

Curriculum Structure

Relational Database Management System
Mathematical Foundation for Data Science I
Minor Subject
AEC1
Database Management System Lab
Mathematical Foundation for Data Science I Lab
General Elective
Mind Management and Human Values 1
Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning 1

Data Analysis Using Python
Mathematical Foundation for Data Science II
Minor Subject
AEC2
Data Analysis Using Python Lab
Mathematical Foundation for Data Science II Lab
General Elective
Mind Management and Human Values 2
Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning 2

Fundamentals of Statistics and Probability
Data Analysis with R / Data Warehousing & Data Mining
Minor Subject (DSC)
Minor (DSE)
AEC3
Fundamentals of Statistics and Probability Lab
Data Analysis with R Lab / Data Warehousing & Data Mining Lab
VAC1
Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning 3

Data Visualisation and Interpretation
Artificial Intelligence
Predictive Modeling / Cloud Computing and Data Security
Minor Subject
AEC4
Data Visualisation and Interpretation Lab
Artificial Intelligence Lab
Predictive Modeling Lab / Cloud Computing and Data Security Lab
VAC3
Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning 4

Machine Learning
Inference Theory / Information Retrieval
Graph Theory / Cryptography & Network Security
Minor Subject
Machine Learning Lab
Inference Theory Lab / Information Retrieval Lab
Graph Theory Lab / Cryptography & Network Security Lab
Project
Internship
Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning 5

Big Data Analytics
Time Series Analysis / High Performance Computing and Distributed Systems
Numerical Methods for Data Science / Deep Learning and Neural Network
Minor Subject
Big Data Analytics Lab
Time Series Analysis Lab / High Performance Computing and Distributed Systems Lab
Numerical Methods for Data Science Lab / Deep Learning and Neural Network Lab
Transdisciplinary Project Centric Learning 6
Project

Honours

Natural Language Processing
Computer Vision and Image Analytics / Applied Multivariate Statistics
Reliability & Survival Analysis / IoT and Data Analytics
Minor Subject
General Elective
Natural Language Processing Lab
Project

Honours with Research

Natural Language Processing
Computer Vision and Image Analytics / Applied Multivariate Statistics
Reliability & Survival Analysis / Reinforcement Learning & Optimization Techniques
Minor Subject
General Elective
Natural Language Processing Lab
Project

Honours

Generative AI
Applied Machine Learning / Text and Web Mining
Optimisation Techniques / Virtual and Augmented Reality
Minor Subject
Generative AI Lab
Applied Machine Learning Lab / Text and Web Mining Lab
Project

Honours with Research

Generative AI
Research Methodology for Data Science / AI Ethics & Responsible Data Science
Text and Web Mining / Applied Machine Learning
Minor Subject
Generative AI Lab
Text and Web Mining Lab / Applied Machine Learning Lab
Project

Note: Each semester includes Discipline Specific Cores, Discipline Specific Electives, Ability Enhancement Courses, Skill Enhancement Courses, General Elective, Value-Addition Courses and Minor courses with theory and laboratory components (where applicable), structured as per the regulations.

Credit Distribution

Sl. No	Nature of the Course	Credits
1	Major	88
2	Minor	34
3	Ability Enhancement Courses	12
4	Skill Enhancement Courses	09
5	Value-Added Courses	10
6	Multidisciplinary Courses	9 / 11
7	Internship	02
8	Research	10 / 12
TOTAL		176

Course Highlights

Flexible Major–Minor structure aligned with NEP 2020.
Opportunity to specialise with a Minor in Economics, Digital Business, or Bioinformatics.
Curriculum mapped to national and global Data Science & AI learning outcomes.
Deep focus on Data Analytics, Machine Learning, AI, Cloud Computing, and Big Data Engineering.
Extensive real-world exposure through industry projects, case studies, hackathons, and internships.
Access to high-performance computing labs, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics tools.
Strong pathway to careers in Data Science, ML, AI, Big Data, BI, Cloud Engineering, and Research.
Final-year project or research dissertation building readiness for PhD and advanced research roles.
Direct PhD eligibility (≥75%) for Honours with Research graduates as per NEP 2020.
Strong industry partnerships, academic collaborations, and support for the innovation ecosystem.

Career Enhancement Programs

The programme includes extensive career-focused training:

Data Science Laboratory & Analytics Tools Training
Python for Data Science & Machine Learning Toolkit
Scientific & Technical Communication Workshops
Industry Field Visits, Data Centre Tours & Innovation Lab Exposure
Research Accelerator Programme (RAP) – Data Science Edition
Industry Seminars, Tech Talks & Guest Lectures
National/International Conferences & Hackathon Support
Internship Guidance with Faculty and Industry Mentors
Placement Preparation & Career Skills Training
Data Ethics, Privacy & Responsible AI Workshops
Advanced Analytics Bootcamps
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Sessions

Career Outcomes

Core Data Science & Analytics Roles: Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, AI Engineer, Deep Learning Specialist, Statistical Analyst, Predictive Modelling Analyst, Research Data Scientist
Big Data & Cloud Engineering Roles: Big Data Engineer, Data Engineer, Cloud Data Engineer, Data Warehouse Specialist, ETL Developer, MLOps Engineer, Cloud Solutions Architect (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Domain-Specific Analytics Roles: Financial/Data Risk Analyst, Healthcare Data Analyst, Marketing & Customer Insights Analyst, Supply Chain/Operations Analyst, Energy & Environmental Data Analyst, Social Science/Policy Data Analyst
Business, Product & Consulting Roles: Business Intelligence (BI) Developer, Product Data Analyst, Data Strategy Consultant, Technology Consultant, AI Product Manager, Business Process Analyst
Visualisation & Reporting Roles: Data Visualisation Specialist, BI Dashboard Developer (Power BI/Tableau), Reporting Analyst
Research, Academia & Scientific Roles: Research Fellow / Research Assistant, Data Researcher (CSIR/DRDO/IISc/IITs), Quantitative Researcher, Scientific Computing Analyst, PhD Researcher in AI/Data Science

FAQ's

Can I choose any Minor with Data Science?

Yes, you may choose a Minor in Economics, Digital Business, or Bioinformatics, depending on your interest and career goals.

Will every Minor be offered each year?

The Minor will run only if the minimum required number of students opt for it.

Can I change my Minor after choosing it?

No. Once you opt for a Minor and it is allotted, changing the Minor is not permitted.

Is this Data Science programme aligned with NEP 2020 norms?

Yes. The curriculum follows NEP 2020, UGC FYUGP, NCrF, and NHEQF guidelines.

What is the difference between Honours and Honours with Research in Data Science?

Honours include application-based courses and a major project, while Honours with Research includes courses focused on research methodology and a research dissertation in Semesters 7 and 8.

Can I pursue a PhD after completing this degree?

Yes. Students completing Honours with Research and securing 75 per cent or higher are eligible for PhD admission in many Indian institutions, subject to selection processes.

What if I choose not to take up the research dissertation?

You will still graduate with a B.Sc (Honours) in Data Science instead of B.Sc (Honours with Research).

Will international universities accept this NEP-aligned Data Science degree?

Yes. The 4-year Honours with Research (Level 6.0) is aligned with global Bachelor’s standards and is accepted by most international universities.

Will my Minor appear on the final degree certificate?

Yes. As per UGC norms, the degree certificate will clearly state: “B.Sc (Honours/Honours with Research) in Data Science with Minor in Economics / Digital Business / Bioinformatics”.

Can I complete my project or dissertation with an external industry or research organisation?

Yes. External projects are permitted with prior departmental approval and must meet academic and evaluation standards.