Which course is best for the future after 12th Computer Science?

Edited By: MADE EASY TEAM | Updated on Sep 16, 2024 04:18 PM IST | # OTHERS

From the time when students opt for computer science in class 11^th, a question regularly comes in their mind: which is the best course for the future after class 12^th with computer science? The most common answer is engineering in computer science, but is it the only career option? Aren’t there any other courses related to computers that can be done after class 12^th and many other questions like this? This blog by MENIIT will answer all such questions.

Courses after class 12^th Computer Science

Computer science is one of the most popular branches of study among the students. Hardly there would be any sector that is untouched by computer science at this time. This is one of the reasons why basic computer science knowledge has been started from the school. But still, most of the students don’t know much about the career path even after studying computer science at the school level.

So let us look at some of the career options that students can pursue after studying computer science at the school level.

Engineering: Generally, engineering is the first thing that comes to mind of students. Computer science is one of the most favourable streams among students. Generally, computer science students get the highest package in placements; this is one of the reasons why most of the students prefer computer science over other branches. Those who could not get computer science try to opt for the IT branch in engineering.
BCA: Bachelors of Computer Application is the other career option that comes in the mind of students. It is a 3 years course after class 12^th. This is an application based course and students get theoretical as well as practical knowledge.
Sc in computer science: B.Sc computer science is a 3 years undergraduate course. Those who wants to pursue masters and then further attain PhD in computer science often prefer this course.
Sc in AI and ML: Students can pursue B.Sc in AI and ML from various government and private institutions. AI and ML are the trending technologies and can offer a good career to the students.
B.Tech+ M.Tech in computer science: B.Tech + M.Tech is a 5 years integrated course for engineering students. Since this is an integrated course therefore this saves one year of students and hence those who want to purse M.Tech in computer science prefer this course.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning): Those who are interested in a specialization in AI and ML can pursue this course. Since AI and ML are trending technologies now days, therefore many students pursue certification courses during or after their graduation. Those who want to pursue a career in AI and ML can do this course.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in Cyber Security: In this present time where computer systems, networks, and digital data are at continuous risk of cyber-attacks, cyber security protects them from unauthorized access and data theft. This is one of the reasons why cyber security experts are in high demand. Those who wish to pursue a career in the field of cyber security can pursue this course.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in IOT: The Internet of Things (IOT) is a network of mechanical and digital systems that are interconnected and exchange data with the use of the internet. Those who wish to continue as IOT specialist can pursue this course.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in cloud computing: Cloud computing is the availability of computer system resources like servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics etc. on the demand of user. This is an emerging field in computer science and can offer good career path. Those who are interested in cloud computing can pursue B.Tech in cloud computing.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in Data Science: Data Science is another interdisciplinary branch of studies which is in trend and is generally preferred by a lot by most of the students due to its application in business. Those who are interested in Data Science can pursue their B.Tech in computer science with specialization in Data Science.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in Graphics and Gaming: Gaming is a sector that boosted a lot with the ease of the internet, and that’s the reason why game developers are so much in demand. Those who are interested in game development can pursue engineering in computer science with specialization in graphics and gaming.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in DevOps: DevOps are a set of principles in software development to combine and automate the work of software development and IT operations. Those who are related to software development and its allied fields can pursue this course.
B.Tech in computer science with specialization in Full Stack Development: Those engineers/specialists who are specialised in working on the front end as well as on backend of any website/applications are knows as full stack developer. Full stack developer are in high demand and therefore a lot of students opt for specialization in Full Stack Development along with engineering.
BCA+MCA in computer science: BCA + MCA is a 5 years integrated course just like B.Tech + M.Tech. This course widens the career path of students after class 12^th and hence preferred by most of the students. The duration of this course is decided by the institutions.
Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering: Those who are not interested in long-duration courses can opt for diploma courses as well. These diploma courses provides fundamental knowledge of computer along with knowledge of programming languages.

These are some general courses which students can pursue after completing class 12^th with computer science. Apart from these courses students can pursue various certification-level course such as certification course in AI and ML, Data Science, Web designing, certification course on programming, etc. Students can join these courses as per their interests and situation.

Those students who wants to pursue engineering can appear for exams like IIT-JEE and BITSAT. In order to clear these exams, MENIIT offers offline classes for the students of class 9^th to class 12^th and those who have passed class12^th. Students can know more about these classes from here.

FAQs:

Is Computer Science in high demand in India today?

Answer: Yes, computer science is a high-demand course in India today.

Which specialisation of Computer Science is in high demand in India today?

Answer: Every specialization of computer science is in high demand in India. Students need to select the specialization depending upon their interests.