B.Sc. Data Science and Analytics
The 4-year B.Sc. (Hons) Data Science and Analytics programme, under CBCS Scheme, enables students to engage in the domains of data mining, analysis, and predictive modelling. The programme’s curriculum has more of application-oriented learning and the curriculum mainly stresses on the mastery of basic mathematics, statistics, and computer science. The emphasis of the programme is to expose students to advanced concepts, developments, and techniques in the realm of data analytics.
The programme is developed by the members of the faculty based on interactions with various universities, financial institutions, and industries. The curriculum is outcome based and it imbibes required theoretical concepts and practical skills in the domain. By undergoing this programme, students develop application-oriented learning skills, critical, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities for a smooth transition from academic to real-life work environment.
B.Sc. Data Science & Analytics: Syllabus
To give you a full insight into the degree and the related subjects, we have prepared a complete list of the cognate subjects which are usually included in the academic curriculum of B.Sc. Data Science & Analytics.
| Semester | Major | Minor | MDC | SEC |
| 1 | Data Structure and Program Design using C (P) | Introduction to Computer Organization | Computer Organization & Operating Systems | Data Analysis using EXCEL (P) |
| 2 |
Working with Python (P)
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Introduction to Python (P) | Basic Statistics & Probability | Applied Analytics using R (P) |
| 3 | Database Management Systems using MongoDB (P) | Introduction to DBMS (P) |
Applied Mathematics
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Research Methodology |
| Object Oriented Programming using Java(P) | ||||
| 4 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms | Data and Web Mining | ||
| Web Application Development (P) | ||||
| Data Mining and Warehousing | ||||
| 5 | Big Data Analytics | Introduction to Data Science | ||
| Machine Learning (P) | Business Intelligence | |||
| 6 | Data Science using Python (P) | Data Visualization (P) | ||
| Deep Learning | Cyber Security | |||
| Cryptography & Cyber Security | ||||
| 7 | Cloud Computing | Introduction to Cloud Computing | ||
| Data Visualization (P) | ||||
| Operations Research and Optimization Techniques | ||||
| 8 | Data Science in Industry and Real-World Applications | Data Centric Business Models | ||
| Capstone Projects |
Career Scope after completing B.Sc. Data Science & Analytics
In the present era, data-driven decisions are essential for the success of any organization and this gap needs to be filled. Data Science & Analytics is often clubbed with artificial intelligence to extract better results. Therefore, the future is anticipated to be glowing for Data Scienece & Analytics degree holders. There is a wide range of options on the table, the following are the top-paying ones:
- Data Scientist
- Process Analyst
- Data Solutions Analyst
- Web & Social Media Analyst
- CRM Analyst
- Research Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Analytics Manager
- Data Engineer
- Data Architect, and many others.
Parents-Teacher Meeting (PTM) 2025
The Department of Data Science and Analytics conducted a Parents-Teacher Meeting (PTM) on 12th April, 2025 in the Data Science Lecture Room. The meeting aimed to foster better communication between faculty and parents and provide[…]
Building Skills for Emerging Opportunities in Data Science
Platform: Zoom (Online Mode) Total no. of participants:50 The Department of Data Science and Analytics at Patna Women’s College successfully conducted an Interactive Industry Talk on 17th April 2025. The session featured Ms. Vishakha Verma,[…]
App Development Competition 2025
The Celebration of Vigyan Utsav 2025 was successfully organized by the Faculty of Science at Patna Women’s College (Autonomous) on the occasion of National Science Day. Among the different events, the event Appify: App Development[…]
Essay Writing Competition 2025
Topic: “The Role of Heritage in India’s Development” Theme: Golden India: Heritage and Development Total no. of participants: 89 On the occasion of Republic Day, the Department of Data Science and Analytics successfully organized an[…]
Short Film Making Competition
Topic: “Sustainable Development: Lessons from Tradition” Theme: Golden India: Heritage and Development Total no. of teams: 11 The Department of Data Science and Analytics proudly conducted an intra-college Short Film Making Competition in celebration of[…]
From NETFLIX to NASA
The departments of Data Science and Analytics and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning has jointly organised a “Student Development Programme” on the topic “From Netflix to NASA: The Transformative Power of Artificial Intelligence and Data[…]
Organised screening of documentary movies
The Department of Data Science and Analytics organised screening of documentary movies on 12th August to observe Anti-Ragging Week from 12th August to 18th August, 2024.
Logo Designing Competition
Under the observation of Anti-Ragging Week (12th -18th August, 2024) Venue: AI Lab, MCA Block, 2nd Floor Theme: Anti-Ragging No. of Participants: 12The Department of Data Science and Analytics organized a Logo Designing Competition to observe Anti-Ragging[…]
“Celebrate Independence Day with Creativity and A Commitment to the Environment!”
Venue: Data Science Lecture Room, MCA Block, 2nd Floor Theme: Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) No. of Participants: 45 The Department of Data Science and Analytics organized a Thematic Painting Competition to celebrate Independence Day 2024. The[…]
Inaugural Ceremony of New Programmes 2024
Inaugural Ceremony of New Programmes 2024, Patna Women’s College (Autonomous) Date: 12th July, 2024 Venue: Carmel Hall Time: 12:00 pm Participants include: IQAC coordinators, Deans, HoDs and Faculty members of the new departments and Ist[…]
Fresher’s Day Celebrations 2024
Fresher’s Day Celebrations 2024 Date: 30th of July, 2024 Venue: Data Science Lecture room, MCA Block Time: 12:15 pm Organized by: Department of Data Science & Analytics The Department of Data Science & Analytics organized[…]
