Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)
B.Sc AI & DS · a three-year Periyar University degree · Komarapalayam, Tamil Nadu
An arts and science B.Sc, not a B.Tech engineering degree.
Annual Fee (MQ)
2026-27 · GQ as per Govt norms
From Year 1
No prior coding needed
Core Subjects
Foundation of AI, Data Science, NLP
University Degree
Autonomous, NAAC accredited college
Programme Overview
B.Sc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science), B.Sc AI & DS for short, is a three-year arts and science degree. Year 1 covers programming, Data Structures and Python with mathematics electives; Year 2 adds Foundation of Artificial Intelligence, Fundamentals of Data Science, statistics, web designing and database programming; Year 3 covers database design, a Data Science Lab, Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing and Robotic Process Automation, with a project and a summer internship.
JKKN College of Arts and Science is an autonomous college affiliated to Periyar University, on NH-544 at Komarapalayam in Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, between Salem and Erode. B.Sc AI & DS here is a self-finance programme with an annual management-quota fee of ₹34,000 for 2026-27. It is a B.Sc, not the four-year B.Tech AI & DS that engineering colleges offer through TNEA. Comparing colleges? Read our guide to B.Sc AI & Data Science colleges in Tamil Nadu.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
Requirements for joining B.Sc Computer Science (AI & DS)
Academic Qualification
- •Pass in the Higher Secondary (+2) examination
- •Confirm the required +2 subjects with the admissions office
- •Merit-based admission; reservation as per Tamil Nadu Government norms
Good to Know
- •No prior coding experience needed - Python is taught from Year 1
- •Mathematics electives are part of Year 1
- •Statistics is part of Year 2
Documents Required
- •10th & 12th Mark Sheets
- •Transfer Certificate
- •Community Certificate
- •Passport Size Photographs
- •Aadhaar Card Copy
- •Income Certificate
Programme Learning Framework
Comprehensive AI & Data Science learning pathway covering foundational to advanced topics
Learning Period I
- •General Tamil - I (24UGTA01)
- •General English - I (24UGEN01)
- •Core – I - Data Structures (24UADC01)
- •Core Practical - I – Computer Programming Lab (24UADCP01)
- •Generic Elective – I: Discrete Mathematics-I / Introduction to Linear Algebra / Optimization Techniques / Numerical Methods-I (24UMAGE3 / 24UMAGE5 / 24UMAGE7 / 24UMAGE9)
- •NME – I – Fundamentals of Information Technology (24UCSNM1)
- •SEC-I - Fundamentals of Computer Programming (24UADS01)
Learning Period II
- •General Tamil – II (24UGTA02)
- •General English – II (24UGEN02)
- •Core – II - Introduction on Python (24UADC02)
- •Core Practical – II - Python Programming Lab (24UADCP02)
- •Generic Elective – II: Discrete Mathematics-II / Numerical Methods / Graph Theory and its Applications / Numerical Methods-II (24UMAGE4 / 24UMAGE6 / 24UMAGE8 / 24UMAGE10)
- •Generic Elective - Practical - I: Discrete Mathematics / Introduction to Linear Algebra / Optimization Techniques / Graph Theory and its Applications / Numerical Methods (24UMAGEP02 / 24UMAGEP03 / 24UMAGEP04 / 24UMAGEP05 / 24UMAGEP06)
- •NME - II - Advanced Excel (24UCSNM2)
- •SEC- II - Introduction to HTML (24UCSS02)
Programme Learning Outcomes
Skills and competencies you will develop through this programme
Programming
Write programs in Python, work with data structures, and build web pages and PHP applications through the core and skill courses.
Artificial Intelligence
Understand AI concepts through Foundation of Artificial Intelligence (Year 2) and Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (Year 3).
Data Science and Statistics
Work with data through Fundamentals of Data Science, statistical methods and the Data Science Lab.
Databases
Design and query databases through the Database Programming Lab and Database Design and Management.
Language and Automation
Study Natural Language Processing and Robotic Process Automation, with a UiPath automation lab, in the final year.
Project and Internship
Complete a project with viva voce and a summer internship or industrial training.
Career Opportunities
High-demand career pathways await B.Sc AI & Data Science graduates
Data Scientist
Analyze data and build predictive models
Machine Learning Engineer
Design and deploy machine learning systems at scale
AI Developer
Build intelligent applications using cutting-edge AI technologies
Data Analyst
Transform business data into actionable insights and strategies
NLP Engineer
Develop language models, chatbots, and text analytics applications
Computer Vision Engineer
Build image recognition and video analytics systems
AI Research Scientist
Advance AI research at labs and academic institutions
Key Employment Sectors
Practical Labs
The core practical courses in the B.Sc Computer Science (AI & DS) syllabus
Computer Programming Lab
Core Practical I (24UADCP01), Semester I.
Python Programming Lab
Core Practical II (24UADCP02), Semester II.
Internet Programming Lab
Core Practical III (24UADCP03), Semester III.
Database Programming Lab
Practical IV (24UADCP04), Semester IV, with a Statistical Practical.
Data Science Lab
Core Practical (24UADCP05), Semester V.
UiPath Automation Lab
Core Practical (24UADCP06), Semester VI, with Robotic Process Automation.
Why Choose Our B.Sc AI & Data Science Programme?
Facts a family can check before choosing: fee, affiliation, what the syllabus covers, and how it differs from a B.Tech.
Published Fee
₹34,000 a year under the management quota for 2026-27; government quota seats follow Government norms.
Three Years, Not Four
A B.Sc in the arts and science stream, admitted on +2 marks - not the four-year B.Tech AI & DS admitted through TNEA.
AI and Data Science Core
Foundation of Artificial Intelligence, Fundamentals of Data Science, Ethics of AI, Natural Language Processing and Robotic Process Automation.
A Lab Every Semester
From the Computer Programming Lab in Semester I to the Data Science Lab and UiPath Automation Lab in the final year.
PG on the Same Campus
M.Sc Computer Science, M.Sc Computer Science (Data Analytics) and an aided MCA are offered at the college.
Our Senior Learners
Meet our experienced AI & Data Science department team
Mrs.S.Priyanga
Head of Department
M.C.A., M.Phil.,
Ms.K.Epshiba
Assistant Professor
M.Sc.
Dr.A.Kamalaveni
Assistant Professor
MCA., MEd., NET., SET., M.Phil., PhD., M.Sc.,NET.,
Ms.P.Subashini
Assistant Professor
MCA
Mrs.S.Priyanga
Head of Department
M.C.A., M.Phil.,
Ms.K.Epshiba
Assistant Professor
M.Sc.
Dr.A.Kamalaveni
Assistant Professor
MCA., MEd., NET., SET., M.Phil., PhD., M.Sc.,NET.,
Ms.P.Subashini
Assistant Professor
MCA
Mrs.S.Priyanga
Head of Department
M.C.A., M.Phil.,
Ms.K.Epshiba
Assistant Professor
M.Sc.
Dr.A.Kamalaveni
Assistant Professor
MCA., MEd., NET., SET., M.Phil., PhD., M.Sc.,NET.,
Ms.P.Subashini
Assistant Professor
MCA
Mrs.S.Priyanga
Head of Department
M.C.A., M.Phil.,
Ms.K.Epshiba
Assistant Professor
M.Sc.
Dr.A.Kamalaveni
Assistant Professor
MCA., MEd., NET., SET., M.Phil., PhD., M.Sc.,NET.,
Ms.P.Subashini
Assistant Professor
MCA
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