BICTE Program : Objectives, Scope, Job Prospects and Course Structure

Bachelor of Information Communication Technology Education (BICTE) is an undergraduate program offered by Tribhuvan University, under the Faculty of Education. It is a 4-year semester-based program spreading over 8 semesters covering a total of 138 credit hours, which includes 12 credit hours for communication skills courses, 24 credit hours for educational core courses, 60 credit hours for specialization major subjects, 30 credit hours for minor subjects and 9 credit hours for teaching internship/practicum.

BICTE is a bachelor’s degree program introduced to make students familiar with the modern education systems and computer science, along with the use of information and communication technology focusing on the subjects like Information Technology, Programming, Psychology, Fundamental & Technology in Education, Java Programming Language, Database Management System, Data Communication, and Artificial Intelligence.

Objectives

• To prepare students for higher studies like master’ level programs in the area of Education, Information Communication Technology or other related field.
• To provide students with better and more extensive learning about Computer Science and Information Communication Technology concepts like Programming, Algorithms, Database Management Systems, Management Information systems, Data structures, Computer Graphics, Cyberlaw, Artificial intelligence, and other BICT-related subjects.
• To provide theoretical knowledge to the students to build up a deeper understanding and familiarize them with the practical tools and techniques used in the development of computer systems software and technology.
• To prepare successful BICT graduates to build their career in their interested field or BICT-related field such as a Computer Teacher in Higher Level, Software Application Developer, System Administrator, Web Programmer, Database Administrator, Web Developer, Network Administrator, etc.
• To develop proficient and passionate human resources outfitted with information technology skills, both qualitative and quantitative for application in the development of the education sector.
• To help students to improve their intellectual and analytical abilities, decision-making, and leadership to carry out, analyze and execute plans and policies for the overall development of the education sector using the ideas of information technology.

Eligibility

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream with at least C+ Grade in Aggregate.

Salient Features

• In addition to conventional lectures, a great deal of practical and project works.
• Develops the underlying principles of both Education and Information Technology and shows how these principles can be applied to solve real world problems.
• Builds up the skills that are essential for both computer Teacher and researchers including IT managers, Systems Analysts, Network Administrator, Computer Programmers, Database Administrator, Web Developers, etc.
• Semester based program affiliated to Tribhuvan University

Job Prospects

1. Computer Teacher
2. IT Officer
3. Software Developer
4. Web Developer
5. Network Administrator
6. Database Administrator
7. Cryptographer
8. System Analyst
9. Project Manager
10. Document Specialist
11. Information System Auditor
12. Artificial Intelligence Specialist
13. Database Operator

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Course Structure

First Year

	First Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)		Second Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)
S.N.	Course Title	S.N.	Course Title
1.	English Language-I	1.	English Language-II
2.	General Nepali-I	2.	General Nepali-II
3.	Fundamental of Education	3.	Development Psychology
4.	Mathematics-I	4.	Mathematics-II
5.	Introduction to Information Technology	5.	Introduction to Information Technology
6.	Programming Concept With C	6.	Object Oriented Programming with C++

Second Year

	Third Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)		Fourth Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)
S.N.	Course Title	S.N.	Course Title
1.	Learning Psychology	1.	Fundamental of Curriculum
2.	Data Structure and algorithm	2.	Operating System
3.	Computer Architecture and Organization	3.	Database Management System
4.	Web Technology	4.	System Analysis and Design
5.	Probability and Statistics	5.	Numerical Analysis
6.	21th Century Life Skill	6.	Leadership and Management

Third Year

	Fifth Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)		Sixth Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)
S.N.	Course Title	S.N.	Course Title
1.	Assessment in Teaching and Learning	1.	Research Methods in Education
2.	Java Programming Language	2.	Visual Programming (.NET)
3.	Data Communication and Networks	3.	Computer Graphics
4.	Software Engineering and Project Management	4.	Digital Pedagogy
5.	Discrete Mathematics	5.	Network and Information Security

Fourth Year

	Seven Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)		Eight Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)
S.N.	Course Title	S.N.	Course Title
1.	Research Project	1.	Classroom Pedagogy
2.	Artificial Intelligence in Education	2.	System Administrator with Linux
3.	Teaching Methods for ICT	3.	Python Programming
4.	Elective I(any one) Geographical Information System (GIS) Big Data Analysis	4.	Elective II(any one) Cloud Computing Multimedia Technology
5.	Capstone Project	5.	Teaching Practicum in ICT

List of BICTE Colleges

1. Sanothimi Campus, Bhaktapur
2. Lumbini Adarsh Degree College, Nawalparasi
3. Sukuna Multiple Campus, Morang
4. Surkhet Campus Education, Surkhet
5. Triyuga Janta Multiple Campus, Udayapur
6. Balkumari College, Chitwan
7. Aadikavi Bhanubhakta Campus, Tanahun
8. Butwal Multiple Campus, Butwal
9. Bhairahawa Multiple Campus, Bhairahawa
10. Gorkha Campus, Gorkha
11. Mahendramorang Campus, Biratnagar
12. Model Campus Damak, Jhapa
13. Surya Narayana Satya Narayan Marwaita Multiple Campus,
14. Hanumanteshwor Campus, Dolakha
15. SSMY Multiple Campus ,Siraha
16. Janajyoti Multiple Campus Sarlahi, Sarlahi
17. Ramshwaroop Ramsagar M Campus, Janakpur
18. ram Mani Multiple Campus
19. Janamaitri Multiple Campus, Kathmandu
20. Kavre Multiple Campus, Kavre
21. Mahendra Ratna Campus, Kathmandu
22. Dadeldhura Multiple Campus, Dadeldhura
23. JS Mraraka Campus, Lahan
24. Magdi Multiple Campus, Magdi
25. Makawanpur Multiple Campus, Hetauda
26. Ghodaghodi M Campus, Kailali

BICTE

Tribhuvan University, Faculty of Education, Dean Office, Kirtipur announces admissions for Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology Education (BICTE).
BICTE is a semester-based program of Tribhuvan University. Students who have passed grade 12 or equivalent in the second division or secured C+ in aggregate (>2.01 GPA) are eligible to apply.

Click here to find the entrance exam application form.

The following documents should be submitted during the admission:

1. Copy of a Character Certificate
2. Copy of a Secondary Education Examination (SEE) or equivalent mark sheet
3. Copy of a 10+2 (HSEB) or equivalent transcript
4. Migration Certificate
5. One color stamp size photograph for the ID Card and two color passport size photographs for the campus Records
6. Copy of a Citizenship Certificate or Passport (For Foreign Students only)