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List of Courses After 12th for Science




List of Courses After 12th for Science

Check out the various courses you can take up after you have pursued your PCM, PCB or PCMB.

One of the major benefits that Science students have over Arts and Commerce students is that they are eligible for almost all Science as well as non-Science career options. That is why, after passing 10+2 in Science, course selection at UG level becomes a major turning point to give direction to one's career. Thus, it must be an informed decision with a good understanding of the course and career one is opting for.

Science has been one of the most popular streams of study amongst students in 11th and 12th for reasons such as these:

  • It is the stream leading up to popular careers such as Engineering and Medicine
  • Science students can pursue further studies in Pure Sciences or Applied Sciences at Post Graduate levels.
  • There are several professional careers that require Science at 10+2 level, for instance, career as a Commercial Pilot.

In this article we will take a look at some of the most popular course and career options you could opt for after Science in 10+2.

Making the Best Choice of Course & Career after 12th Science

There are hundreds of courses and thousands of colleges out there, which makes it a challenging task to pick and choose. To help you make the right choice, we have put together extensive details of the most popular undergraduate (UG) level courses on Shiksha among students who have studied Science in 10+2. These details include course syllabus, eligibility, subjects, top specializations in each course, and the list of colleges across India offering that course. You will also find College Reviews & Ratings by students and alumni of those colleges, and Frequently asked Questions and Answers about each course.

Before we look at the details of all the courses avaialble to you, here is a snapshot of the most popular courses among 12th Science students:

List of the most Popular Science Courses after 12th Science
  • B.E./B.Tech - 4000+ colleges
  • MBBS - 600+ colleges
  • BSc - 4000+ colleges
  • Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) - 2500+ colleges
  • BSc (IT & Software) - 750+ colleges
  • Post Basic Nursing - 300+ colleges
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma) - 1300+ colleges

List of Popular Arts courses available to Science students

BA in Humanities & Social Sciences BA in Arts (Fine/Visual/Performing)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) BDes in Animation
BA LLB BDes in Design
BSc in Hospitality & Travel BSc in Design
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication (BJMC) BHM in Hospitality & Travel
Bachelor of Journalism (BJ) Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM)
BA in Hospitality & Travel BA in Animatio
Diploma in Education (DEd)
List of Popular Commerce courses available to Science students:
  • BCom in Accounting & Commerce
  • BBA LLB

Look for the course(s) that interest you in the article below and click on the links to discover relevant details.

More Details of Popular Course after 10+2 with PCM
Bachelor of Technology (BE/BTech)

BE (Bachelor of Engineering)/ BTech (Bachelor of Technology) is a professional undergraduate degree awarded after completing four years of academic study in the field of engineering. Universities offering other degrees along with engineering name their engineering degree as BE while institutes which offer professional courses like engineering name their engineering degree as BTech. To pursue a BE/BTech degree, aspirants must have completed their 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics along with securing a minimum aggregate of 50% at the HSC level. Useful information for students wanting to take admission in BTech course in India:

  • Popular Cities for BTech - Delhi, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bangalore
  • Course Details - All about BTech
  • Popular BTech Specializations - Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communications Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering
  • List of Entrance Exams - BE/BTech Entrance Exams in India
  • Top Engineering Colleges - BE/BTech College Rankings
  • List of Engineering Colleges - BE/BTech colleges in India
  • Colleges Accepting Your Score - BTech College Predictor

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Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)

BArch or Bachelor of Architecture is an undergraduate degree programme of Architecture. The programme involves the art of planning, designing, and constructing buildings along with other physical structures. the basic eligibility to pursue this degree, students must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Mathematics with 50% marks in aggregate. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a BArch course:

  • BArch colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi/NCR, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Mumbai
  • BArch entrance exams: NATA, AAT, ITM NEST, GAT UGTP, GCET
Bachelor of Science (in Pure Sciences)

BSc or Bachelor of Science is an undergraduate degree that aspirants can take up to pursue a career in Science. Aspirants need to complete Class XII in Science stream in order to be eligible for BSc course. Duration of a BSc course is typically three years in Indian universities and colleges. Given below is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up BSc course in Science:

  • BSc colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi/NCR, Kolkata, Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai
  • Popular Specialisations: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology, Biology
  • All about BSc in Science
  • BSc entrance exams: GLAET, SET, OUAT
Bachelor in Computer Applications (IT and Software)

BCA is an undergraduate course generally undertaken by students who wish to explore the world of Computer languages. A BCA degree is at par with a BTech/BE degree in Computer Science or Information Technology. A candidate who has cleared 10+2 from any discipline with Maths (in some cases English too might be a requirement), and has obtained a minimum of 45%-55% marks in aggregate can pursue BCA. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a course in BCA in IT & Software:

  • BCA in IT & Software colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi NCR, Bangalore, Pune, Kolkata, Chennai
  • Popular Specialisations: Networking Hardware & Security, Mobile App Development, Programming, Cloud Computing and Game Design.
  • All about BCA in IT & Software
  • BCA entrance exams: BU-MAT, SET, GSAT
  • BCA in IT & Software college rankings
Bachelor of Science (in IT & Software)

BSc in IT & Software also known as BSc in Information Technology (BSIT or BSc IT) is an undergraduate course that can be pursued by students who have an academic qualification of Class XII. The duration of the programme is around 3-4 years in Indian colleges & Universities. This course can be opted by students of Science (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) stream.

Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a course in BSc IT & Software:
  • BSc in IT & Software colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Kolkata
  • Popular Specialisations: Networking, Hardware and Security, Game Design, Big Data and Analytics, Cloud Computing, Databases
More Details of Popular Courses after 10+2 with PCB
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Bachelor of Medicine or MBBS is a degree in medicine and surgery undertaken at Graduation level to become a certified Doctor. To pursue MBBS, the candidate must have passed Class XII or equivalent exam in PCM/PCMB with at least 60% marks in aggregate. There’s provision of marks relaxation for Reserved category students in government and government affiliated medical institutes. For admission to any Medical college the candidate has to appear in an entrance exam. Here is some useful information for aspirants planning to pursue MBBS:

Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a course in BSc IT & Software:
  • MBBS colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and Kolkata
  • Popular Specialisations: Medicine
  • All about MBBS
  • MBBS Entrance Exam: NEET UG, JIPMER MBBS, AIIMS MBBS
Post Basic BSc - Nursing

Post basic BSc- Nursing is two year undergraduate degree which helps students in understanding the objectives and responsibilities of Nursing as a profession. Students who have passed GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) course after completing 10+2 in Science with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks would be considered eligible for the course. Students should must also be registered as nurse and midwife with any State Nursing Registration council. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a Post basic BSc- Nursing:

  • Post basic BSc- Nursing colleges in India
  • Popular Specialisations: BSc (Post Basic)
  • Post basic BSc – Nursing exam: KGMU BSc Nursing Entrance Exam
Bachelor of Science (in Pure Sciences)

BSc or Bachelor of Science is an undergraduate degree that aspirants can take up to pursue a career in Science. Aspirants need to complete Class XII in Science stream in order to be eligible for BSc course. Duration of a BSc course is typically three years in Indian universities and colleges. Given below is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up BSc course in Science:

  • BSc colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi/NCR, Kolkata, Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai
  • Popular Specialisations: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology, Biology
  • All about BSc in Science
  • BSc entrance exams: GLAET, SET, OUAT
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma)

BPharm or Bachelor of Pharmacy is a four year undergraduate degree in the field of Pharmacy. To be eligible for the course, students should pass 10+2 in Science (PCM/B) with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a BPharm course:

  • BPharma colleges in India
  • Popular cities: Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Kolkata
  • All about BPharma
  • BPharm entrance exams: MHCET, KCET, HPCET
More details of Courses after 10+2 with PCMB

A PCMB student has the advantage of choosing from a wide array of courses available for both PCM and PCB groups. PCMB students are eligible for all the courses that PCM and PCB students are eligible for, all of which have been mentioned above. A minimum aggregate of 60% at the HSC level is often a requirement. For certain courses, students must also have secured a minimum of 60% individually in Mathematics and Biology/Life Sciences.

Besides the courses mentioned above, Science students (whether PCM, PCB or PCMB) also have the option to opt for various Arts and Commerce courses. Details and highlights of those courses are mentioned below.

More details of Arts Courses available for Science students
BA in Humanities & Social Sciences

BA is a bachelor’s degree in subjects related to Social Sciences, Liberal Arts and Fine Arts. One needs to have completed their 10+2 from Arts stream to pursue this course. However, Science and Commerce students are also eligible to pursue a BA degree. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a BA course:

  • BA colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Kolkata, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune
  • Popular Specialisations: Economics, Sociology, History, Political Science, Geography
  • BA Entrance Exams: SUAT, JNUEE, BHU UET
BA in Arts (Fine/Visual/Performing)

BA in Arts is the bachelor’s degree undertaken to study courses in Fine Arts, Performing Arts and Performing Arts. BA in Arts is an undergraduate degree, one needs to have completed their 10+2 from Arts stream for this course. However, even Science and Commerce students are eligible to pursue a BA in Arts degree. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up BA in Arts course:

  • BA in Arts colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Pune, Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai.
  • Popular Specialisations: Music, Painting and Drawing, Dance and Choreography, Theatre, Film Making
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) is a bachelor’s degree undertaken in the field of Fine Arts, Visual Arts and Performing Arts. BFA is an undergraduate degree and candidates can pursue it right after their Class 12. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up BFA course:

  • BFA colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad.
  • Popular Specialisations: Applied Arts, Painting and Drawing , Sculpture , Film Making, Ceramics
  • BFA Entrance Exams: BHU UET, Jamia Millia Islamia Entrance Exam, KUK Entrance Exam
Bachelor of Design (in Animation)

Bachelor of Design or BDes in Animation is a bachelor’s degree undertaken to become an animator. BDes is an undergraduate degree, students from Arts or even Science and Commerce stream are eligible to pursue a BDes degree. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a BDes in Animation course:

  • BDes in Animation colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Ahmedabad, Pune, Bangalore, Chandigarh.
  • Popular Specialisations: 2D/3D Animation, Animation Film Making, Graphic/Web Design, Sound and Video Editing, Visual Effects (VFX).
  • BDes Animation Entrance Exams: UCEED, NIFT Entrance Exam, NID Entrance Exam
BA LLB (5 year Integrated Programme)

BA LLB (Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws) is an integrated Law course offered at undergraduate level. Aspirants need to clear Class XII in any discipline with the minimum required percentage in order to be eligible for the course. The duration of BA LLB programme in Indian universities and colleges is typically five years. Given below is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up BA LLB course in Law:

  • BA LLB colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Kolkata
  • Popular Specialisations: Constitutional Law, Criminal Law
  • BA LLB Entrance Exams: CLAT, AILET, LSAT India
Bachelor of Design (BDes)

Bachelor of Design or BDes in Design is a bachelor’s degree undertaken to become a designer. BDes is an undergraduate degree, students from Arts or even Science and Commerce stream are eligible to pursue a BDes degree. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a BDes course:

  • BDes colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore
  • Popular Specialisations: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Communication Design, Industrial & Product Design
  • BDes Entrance Exams: NIFT Entrance Exam, NID Entrance Exam, UCEED
Bachelor of Science (in Hospitality & Travel)

Bachelors of Science in Hospitality & Travel, popularly known as BSc in Hospitality & Travel is an undergraduate course in Hospitality. To be able to pursue this course, the student must have cleared 10+2 or any other equivalent qualification from any stream. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a course in BSc Hospitality & Travel:

  • BSc Hospitality & Travel colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Pune
  • Popular Specialisations: Hotel/Hospitality Management, Catering, Travel and Tourism, Culinary Arts, Fares & Ticketing
  • BSc in Hospitality & Travel Entrance Exams: NCHMCT JEE, CUSAT
Bachelor of Science (in Design)

Bachelor of Science or BSc in Design is a bachelor’s degree undertaken to become a designer. BSc Design is an undergraduate degree, students from Arts, Science or Commerce stream are eligible to pursue a BSc Design degree. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a BSc Design course:

  • BSc Design colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Delhi/NCR, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune
  • Popular Specialisations: Fashion Design, Interior Design, Communication Design
Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication (BJMC)

BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication) is a three-year long undergraduate degree programme. In order to be eligible for the course aspirants need to clear Class XII in any discipline. The course is suitable for students to wish to pursue their career in the media industry. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up BJMC course in Mass Communication & Media:

  • BJMC colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Bangalore, Delhi/NCR, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune
  • Popular Specialisations: Journalism, Music & Sound Production, Film & TV, Media Planning
  • BJMC Entrance Exams: LUACMAT, SRMHCMAT, Goenkan Aptitude Test for Admission
BHM in Hospitality & Travel

Bachelor of Hotel Management in Hospitality & Travel is also popularly commonly known as BHM in Hospitality & Travel. This is an undergraduate course, and can be pursued by a candidate who has cleared 10+2 from Science, Commerce or Arts streams. Here is some useful information for aspirants looking to take up a course in BHM in Hospitality & Travel:

  • BHM in Hospitality & Travel colleges in India
  • Popular Cities: Bangalore, Delhi/NCR, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune
  • Popular Specialisations: Food and Beverage Service, House Keeping
  • BHM in Hospitality & Travel Entrance Exams: Christ University Entrance Test, SPSAT, UGAT