Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences
Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences (BCAS) is a constituent public college of the University of Delhi and one of the top ranked colleges in India. It is popularly known as BCAS.[1][2] Established in 1995, it offers undergraduate courses in various disciplines of sciences and applied sciences. Ranked 22nd among colleges in all over India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2023,[3] the institution has produced distinguished alumni in the field of science. It has been honoured with 'Star College' status by the Ministry of Science and Technology (Government of India).[4][5] Alumni of this college are called 'Bhaskaracharyans' or BCASians. [6]
Other name | BCAS |
|---|---|
| Motto | ज्ञान विज्ञान सहितम् (Gyan Vigyan Sahitam) |
Motto in English | With knowledge science |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1995 |
| Affiliation | University of Delhi |
| Principal | Avneesh Mittal |
Academic staff | 100 |
| Students | c. 1700 |
| Address | Sector 2, Pocket 2, Dwarka , , India 28°36′00″N 77°04′05″E / 28.600°N 77.068°E |
| Campus | Urban, 12 acres (4.9 ha) |
| Website | bcas |
History edit
Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences was established in the year 1995. It was named after Bhaskaracharya, the greatest astronomer and mathematician who introduced concept of 'infinity'. He is referred as Bhāskara II to avoid confusion with Bhāskara I of the seventh century AD.[7]
Campus edit
The college is spread over 12 acres (49,000 m2) possesses infrastructure including class-rooms, free wi-fi, central library, computer center, digital resource center, common rooms, open air theatre (amphitheatre), fully airconditioned conference center, audio-visual (AV) auditorium as well as an airconditioned central cafeteria. The college also has a national level lawn tennis, badminton and basketball ground, a football and cricket ground, gymnasium as well as a nature park.[8]
Departments edit
- Department of Microbiology
- Department of Physics
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Zoology
- Department of Botany
- Department of Biomedical Science
- Department of Computer Science
- Department of Polymer Science
- Department of Mathematics
- Department of Electronics
- Department of Food Technology
- Department of Instrumentation
- Department of Human Communication
- Department of physical education
department of hindi,english and evs
Admission edit
Admission to all courses is being carried out through Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG).[9]
Ranking edit
| College rankings | |
|---|---|
| General – India | |
| NIRF (Colleges) (2022)[10] | 25 |
| NIRF (Colleges) (2023)[11] | 22 |
The college was ranked 22nd in all over India college ranking done by National Institutional Ranking Framework in 2023. [12] It is also accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and IQAC.[13][14]
Student life edit
Societies
Student clubs and societies, different committees and cells have always played an important role in the life of the college, and are seen as vital to student development. Each academic subject has a society which sponsors lectures and discussions. The popular extra-curricular societies and clubs engage in activities concerned with debating, dramatics, wall climbing and trekking, film, social service, photography, quizzing and astronomy. The social service alliance is the largest and most active society of Bhaskaracharya College which follows the mantra "Service is our motto wherever we go". It works for the betterment of the underprivileged sections of the society. In continuance of a long tradition, the Planning cell regularly invites distinguished visitors to address and join issue with students on various topical issues. The college also publishes department newsletters, college magazines and yearbooks. Several departments also publish their annual journals aside from the college publications. SRIJAN, the annual cultural festival and the most awaited extra-curricular event is organized every year in the college premises.[15]
Societies and extra curricular activities (ECA) include:
- Sukshmjeev Society (Department of Microbiology)
- Qubit (Physics)
- DNAmics (Biomedical Science)
- Eranko (Zoology)
- Phytomics (Botany)
- Ambrosia (Food Technology)
- Sensors Society (Instrumentation)
- Atelier (literary club)
- Darpan (dramatics society)
- Clickerati (photography club)
- Moksha (music club)
- Rage (dance club)
- Odyssey (film club)
- Akriti (modern & fine arts club)
- Debate Club
- Eco Club
- Astronomy Club
- Yoga club[16]
Students' Union
The college has a students' union and its office bearers are elected by the students. The Students' Union organizes annual festival of BCAS, and addresses all student-related problems.[17]
Placement edit
Another important facet of the college activities is its training and placement Cell. The placement cell ensures that all pass-outs are properly placed. In order to impart in-hand training and technical expertise to the students, the college interacts with various government and industrial setups of repute. Also, as part of the course curriculum, the students have to undergo training for two months in various organizations. The institute has been receiving a tremendous support from the industries and various research organizations for arranging placement training/ workshops/ seminars/ talks for the students.[18]
Notable alumni edit
Alumni and students of Bhaskaracharya College are called 'BCASians' or 'Bhaskaracharyans.'
The college has produced many distinguished scientists, mathematicians, educators, writers, bureaucrats, entrepreneurs and sportspersons. [19]
Akshay Jha, a lawyer and consultant.
Pranav Manocha, Forbes 30 under 30 [20]
References edit
- ^ "Bhaskaracharya College, a popular destination for Science students". The Hindu. 8 June 2014.
- ^ "DU Admission 2022: Top colleges of Delhi University as per NIRF rankings". 13 September 2022.
- ^ "India Rankings 2023: College".
- ^ "Star College Scheme for Strengthening of UG Science | Department of Biotechnology".
- ^ "DU 1st Merit List 2022: Allocation List For UG Admissions Released; Check Top Colleges Here". 19 October 2022.
- ^ "NIRF Ranking 2022: DU Colleges Best in India, Miranda House Tops Yet Again, Check List of Top 50". 15 July 2022.
- ^ "About College".
- ^ "Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences - Delhi, Admissions, Fees, Placements, Ranking 2022". 19 December 2016.
- ^ https://du.ac.in/
- ^ "National Institutional Ranking Framework 2022 (Colleges)". National Institutional Ranking Framework. Ministry of Education. 15 July 2022.
- ^ "National Institutional Ranking Framework 2023 (Colleges)". National Institutional Ranking Framework. Ministry of Education. 5 June 2023.
- ^ https://www.nirfindia.org/2023/CollegeRanking.html
- ^ "NAAC - Home".
- ^ "IQAC".
- ^ "Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences - DUHook".
- ^ "ECA & Clubs - Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences".
- ^ "BSA Student Election - Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences".
- ^ "Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Science Placements 2022: Highest & Average Salary Package, Top Companies".
- ^ https://bcas.du.ac.in/
- ^ https://www.forbes.com/profile/we-convert/?sh=39bdb7642486
External links edit
- Official College Website