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 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
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• To prepare students for higher studies like master’ level programs in the area of Education, Information Communication Technology or other related field.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• 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
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In addition to conventional lectures, a great deal of practical and project works.
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Develops the underlying principles of both Education and Information Technology and shows how these principles can be applied to solve real world problems.
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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.
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Semester based program affiliated to Tribhuvan University
Job Prospects
Computer Teacher
IT Officer
Software Developer
Web Developer
Network Administrator
Database Administrator
Cryptographer
System Analyst
Project Manager
Document Specialist
Information System Auditor
Artificial Intelligence Specialist
Database Operator
The following documents should be submitted during the admission:
Copy of a Character Certificate
Copy of a Secondary Education Examination (SEE) or equivalent mark sheet
Copy of a 10+2 (HSEB) or equivalent transcript
Migration Certificate
One color stamp size photograph for the ID Card and two color passport size photographs for the campus Records
Copy of a Citizenship Certificate or Passport (For Foreign Students only)
Total Program Cost
Rs. 280000/- (Exclusion of Certificate charge and Bus fare)
Course Structure
First Year
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First Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)
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Second Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)
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Course Title
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Course Title
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1.
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English Language-I
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1.
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English Language-II
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2.
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General Nepali-I
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2.
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General Nepali-II
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3.
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Fundamental of Education
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3.
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Development Psychology
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4.
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Mathematics-I
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4.
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Mathematics-II
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5.
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Introduction to Information Technology
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5.
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Introduction to Information Technology
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6.
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Programming Concept With C
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6.
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Object Oriented Programming with C++
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Second Year
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Third Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)
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Fourth Semester (6*3 = 18 Credit)
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Course Title
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Course Title
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Learning Psychology
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Fundamental of Curriculum
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Data Structure and algorithm
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Operating System
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Computer Architecture and Organization
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Database Management System
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Web Technology
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System Analysis and Design
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Probability and Statistics
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Numerical Analysis
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6.
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21th Century Life Skill
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Leadership and Management
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Third Year
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Fifth Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)
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Sixth Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)
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Course Title
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Course Title
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Assessment in Teaching and Learning
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Research Methods in Education
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Java Programming Language
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Visual Programming (.NET)
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Data Communication and Networks
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Computer Graphics
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Software Engineering and Project Management
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Digital Pedagogy
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Discrete Mathematics
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Network and Information Security
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Fourth Year
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Seven Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)
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Eight Semester (5*3 = 15 Credit)
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Research Project
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Classroom Pedagogy
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Artificial Intelligence in Education
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System Administrator with Linux
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Teaching Methods for ICT
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Python Programming
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Elective I(any one) Geographical Information System (GIS) Big Data Analysis
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Elective II(any one) Cloud Computing Multimedia Technology
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Capstone Project
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Teaching Practicum in ICT
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