B.S. (Hons.) / (Hons. with Research) in Computer Science and AI

ARTIFICIAL INTELLEGENCE
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) permeates multiple spheres of innovation, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning takes responsibility for shaping future citizens with AI skills alongside a solid foundation in Computer Science. This niche multidisciplinary programme in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, offered by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, seamlessly integrates the AI skills required into a foundational Computer Science undergraduate programme.

Artificial Intelligence is an allied discipline alongside Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science in this programme. The Mathematics and Statistics disciplines build a solid foundation in Calculus, Linear Algebra, Optimization, Probability and Statistics in R, leading up to data science courses such as Data Mining and Machine Learning. With this strong mathematical and statistical foundation and data science skills, the programme then offers Deep Learning and Natural Language Processing, with an Introduction to Large Language Models. While these courses are competitive enough to be part of an AI programme, the programme takes the student a notch higher by offering specializations in Human-Centric AI (courses such as Generative AI, Responsible AI, Agentic AI), Quantum Computing (courses such as Quantum Information Theory, Quantum Machine Learning) or Cyber Security (courses such as Cryptography, Network Security).

All GATE DA (Data Science & Artificial Intelligence) courses are covered.

COMPUTER SCIENCE
The Computer Science component of this programme deepens one’s understanding of programming logic, computer systems and networks. For example, programming skills are introduced with Problem Solving in the first semester, followed by Introduction to Data Structures in the second semester, and progress to Object-oriented programming concepts, Software Engineering, culminating in a project. The programme builds proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, and Java, as well as in web programming. Students gain knowledge of computer systems through foundational courses such as Computer Organization & Design and Operating Systems. Courses such as Computer Networks, Database Management Systems, SQL and Cloud Computing strengthen skills in networks, cloud operations and databases.

All GATE CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) courses are covered, including Formal Languages and Compiler Design.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
This programme provides niche skills in Artificial Intelligence with a solid foundation in Computing and Technology. It focuses on linking theory and practice and applies fundamental principles across a wide range of applications. In the eighth semester, students with research capabilities can pursue a research project, and students with analytical capabilities can pursue a software development / data science project. This gives students tremendous confidence in their ability to join research in AI / CS, software development, AI engineering, data engineering and data science organisations. In essence, the programme offers sufficient depth and breadth across multiple disciplines, leading to the development of very mature professionals in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.

Over and above all the disciplines, the programme offers multiple Awareness courses, such as Unity of Religions, and the study of classics like the Ramakatha Rasavahini and Bhagavatha Vahini, which channel students’ minds in the right direction. In its entirety, this programme attempts to implement the journey of Knowledge, Skill, Balance and Insight as ordained by our Founder Chancellor, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.

Entry & Exit options as per NEP 2020 Policy.