BSc Subjects

Bachelor of Science (BSc), which is one of the most opted courses after 12th Science, is a foundational undergraduate program running for a period of 3-4 years. Not only restricted to Natural Science but the program is also offered across Mathematics, Management, Business, Engineering domains, etc. With lucrative employment opportunities spanning across industries, including research and development and the options of exploring fields other than Science, it has become a popular choice amongst students. Here is a blog that will shed light on BSc subjects of some of the popular BSc courses that are available for aspirants to pursue. 

Program	BSc
Full Name	Bachelor of Science
Level of Program	Bachelor/Undergraduate
Eligibility	Class 12th Pass (with Physics Chemistry, Math/Biology)
Duration	3 years
Admission Mode	Entrance Exam and/or Merit-based
Type of Course	Honours and General
Cycle of Study	Semester/Yearly
Employment Roles	Anesthesiologist, Scientist, Lecturer, Biology Researcher, Scientist Assistant, Laboratory Technician, Chemist, Research Analyst, Professor, Technical Writer/ Editor, Pharmacist, Plant Biochemist etc.

Popular Bachelor of Science Courses

Before knowing the popular BSc subjects that one has to study while pursuing a BSc course, let’s throw some light upon the popular BSc courses or specialisations that are available for aspirants to pursue after 12th:

Top Bachelor of Science Courses After PCM 

The table mentioned below contains all the top BSc courses that aspirants can pursue after opting for PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) in class 12th: 

BSc Physics	BSc Nautical Science
BSc Mathematics	BSc Instrumentation
BSc Chemistry	BSc Polymer Science
BSc Computer Science	BSc Geology
BSc Information Technology (IT)	BSc Physical Science
BSc Electronics	BSc Industrial Chemistry
BSc Statistics	BSc in Data Science

Top Bachelor of Science Courses After PCB 

The table mentioned below contains all the top BSc courses that aspirants can pursue after opting for PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in class 12th: 

BSc Biology	BSc Geology
BSc Microbiology	BSc Biotechnology
BSc Agriculture	BSc Biological Science
BSc Nursing	BSc Anthropology
BSc Physiotherapy	BSc Biomedical Science
BSc Occupational Therapy	BSc Physical Science
BSc Botany	BSc Genetics
BSc Medical Lab Technology	BSc Horticulture
BSc Optometry	BSc Environmental Science
BSc Nutrition and Dietetics	BFSc (Bachelor in Fisheries Sciences)
BSc and AH – Veterinary Science	BSc Food Technology
BSc Zoology	BSc Home Science
BSc Immunology	BSc Forensic Science
BSc Radiology	BSc Environmental Science
BSc Bioinformatics	BSc Cardiology
BSc Forestry	BSc Anesthesia

Other Bachelor of Science Courses 

Here are some lesser-known but industry-specific BSc courses that aspirants can pursue after 12th:  

BSc Fashion Designing	BSc in Interior Design
BSc in Animation	BSc in Design
BSc in Hotel Management	BSc in Hospitality & Travel

Here’s a blog to know in detail about BSc Syllabus, Specialisations & Subjects Covered

Bachelor of Science Subjects of All Time

As previously said, BSc can be pursued in a wide range of subjects and fields, with some of the most popular being Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, and so on. Aside from that, students can follow a BSc degree course that focuses on all main Science disciplines. An overview of the BSc subjects for some of the most popular BSc courses of all time is provided below:

BSc Subjects for Mathematics

BSc Mathematics, which provides the language and means to strengthen analytical reasoning, is one of the most opted BSc subjects. It combines the study of Mathematics with Statistics, Computer Science, and/or Information Science and imparts knowledge in modules like Data Structures and Operating Systems, Numerical Analysis, Vector Analysis, Differential Equations, etc. Some of the most popular BSc subjects for the BSc Mathematics course are mentioned below: 

Matrices	Data Structures and Operating Systems
Sequences & Series of Real Numbers	Mechanics
Abstract Algebra	Linear Programming
Theory of Real Functions	Ring Theory and Linear Algebra
Discrete Mathematics	Complex Analysis
Calculus	Algebra
Basic Statistics & Probability	Real Analysis
Analytical Solid Geometry	Differential Equations
Linear Programming & Its Applications	Numerical Analysis
Vector Analysis	Probability Theory

Top Universities for Bachelor of Science Mathematics

Enlisted are some of the universities where you can study this subject!

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• University of Leeds
• University of Southern Queensland
• University Of Saskatchewan
• University of Canterbury

BSc Subjects for Physics

The curriculum for Bsc Physics encompasses subjects from Mathematics, Medicinal Chemistry, Biotechnology, Photonics, etc. Some of the popular BSc subjects in this course are mentioned below:

Mathematical Physics	Mechanics
Electricity and Magnetism	Waves and Optics
Chemistry	Technical Writing & Communication in English
Oscillations & Waves	Digital Systems and Applications
Digital Electronics	Microprocessors & Computer Programming
Thermal Physics	Mathematics
Optics	Mathematical Analysis & Statistics
Numerical Analysis	Quantum Mechanics and Applications
Atomic and Molecular Physics	Electronic Devices
Electromagnetic Theory	Statistical Mechanics
Solid State Physics	Nuclear & Particle Physics
Mechanics and Wave Motion	Kinetic Theory and Thermodynamics
Elements of Modern Physics	Analog Systems and Applications

Top Universities for Bachelor of Science Physics

Enlisted below are some of the popular universities to pursue this course: 

• University of Arizona
• University of Southampton
• University College Dublin
• University of Sydney

BSc Subjects for Chemistry 

In BSc Chemistry, you will explore the theory and applications of fluid flow, energy transfer, separation, and chemical reaction for the synthesis, design, control, and optimization of general chemical processes. The below-mentioned table contains all the popular and important BSc subjects to pursue this course:

Atomic Structure	Periodic Properties
Chemical Bonding	s-Block Elements
Chemistry of Noble Gasses	p-Block Elements
Structure and Bonding	Mechanism of Organic Reactions
Alkanes and Cycloalkanes	Stereochemistry of Organic Compounds
Alkenes, Cycloalkenes, Dienes and Alkynes	Arenes and Aromaticity
Alkyl and Aryl Halides	Chemical Kinetics and Catalysis
Mathematical Concepts	Computers
Gaseous States	Liquid State
Solid States	Colloidal States

Top Universities for Bachelor of Science Chemistry

Here are some of the popular universities to pursue a course in BSc Chemistry:

• Stanford University
• The University of Regina
• Ludwig Maximilians University of Munich
• University of Stuttgart
• King’s College London

BSc Subjects for Computer Science  

Counted amongst the most opted BSc subjects, this major will equip you with the key technical skills and knowledge related to processes, data, services, and tools required to analyze, design, and manage IT projects in order to digitally transform industries. Programming Concepts, Number Systems and Codes, Artificial Intelligence, DBMS, Web Design and Web Technologies, Discrete Structures, etc are some of the bSc subjects taught in this course. The table mentioned below contains the list of BSc subjects that are taught in this course: 

Fundamentals of Computer Organization& Embedded System	Introduction to Database Management Systems
Introduction to Programming using Python	Introduction to C
Introduction to Programming Concepts	Introduction to Number System and Codes
Introduction of Windows, Features, Application	Advanced Programming using Python
Control Structures	Functions
Arrays	Linux
Discrete Mathematics	Computer Graphics
C++ Programming	Java Programming
Discrete Structures	Data Structures
Database Management Systems	Software Engineering
Operating Systems	Computer Networks
Design and Analysis of Algorithms	Internet Technologies
Theory of Computation	Artificial Intelligence
Computer Graphics	Data Communication & Networking
Advanced Java	DBMS
Operating Systems	Networking & Security
Principles of Web Design and Web Technologies & Dot Net Technologies	–

Top Universities for Bachelor of Science Computer Science

Enlisted are some universities which you can consider for this course:

• University of Warwick
• University of New South Wales – UNSW
• University of Otago
• Durham University
• The University of Adelaide

BSc Subjects for Forensic Science

A unique yet popular BSc specialisation, BSc Forensic Science is an excellent option for those who want to pursue a career in Medical Science, however, in the field of Criminal Investigation. Apart from being a Crime Scene Investigator, you can also work as a Forensic Pathologist, Forensic Engineer, Forensic chemist, etc upon graduating with a degree in this field. Mentioned below are some of the most important BSc subjects that aspirants study in this course: 

Inorganic Chemistry	Fundamentals of Biology
Basic Physics	Environmental Studies
Introduction to Forensic Science & Criminalities	Law for Forensic Scientists
Practical – Inorganic Chemistry	Practical – Organic Chemistry
Practical – Physics	Practical – Biology
Physical Chemistry	Instrumentation & Investigation Techniques
Fundamentals of Math & Statistics	Practical – Physical Chemistry
Fundamentals of Computer Science	Practical – Forensic Science
Inorganic Chemistry	–

Top Universities for Bachelor of Science Forensic Science

You can take admission in some of the BSc Forensic Science colleges given below:

• Kingston University London
• Flinders University
• The University of New England
• University of Central Lancashire
• Canberra Institute of Technology

Books for Bachelor of Science

Some of the popular books related to a bachelor of science are mentioned below.

1. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry by Cotton and Wilkinson
2. Fundamental Concepts of Inorganic Chemistry by Asim K Das
3. A Text-Book of Vector Analysis by Narayan Shanti and Mittal P
4. Inorganic Chemistry by Shriver and Atkins
5. Optics, Principles and Applications by K K Sharma
6. Understanding Solid State Physics by Sharon Ann Holgate
7. Electromagnetic Theory by U A Bakshi and A V Bakshi

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