St. Thomas College of Arts and Science Chennai B.Sc Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the three-year B.Sc Data Science programme at St. Thomas College is INR 1,83,150, payable in two instalments per year. The annual fee is INR 65,000 in Year 1, INR 61,600 in Year 2, and INR 56,550 in Year 3. All fees are as per the official college fee schedule for 2025-26.

Ans. No entrance exam is required for B.Sc Data Science admission at St. Thomas College. Selection is entirely merit-based on marks obtained in the qualifying Class 12 examination. Candidates from the Science stream are preferred, particularly those with Mathematics or Computer Science as a subject.

Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board, preferably in the Science stream with Mathematics or Computer Science. Minimum marks are as prescribed by the college and the University of Madras for the 2026-27 academic year.

Ans. Graduates can pursue data analyst, business intelligence analyst, and data scientist roles, or proceed to higher studies such as M.Sc, M.Tech, or MCA. The curriculum’s focus on {focus.split(’,’)[0]} and related skills prepares students for roles in both the IT sector and research-oriented postgraduate programmes.

Ans. St. Thomas College of Arts and Science, Chennai is affiliated to the University of Madras and accredited NAAC A+ (CGPA 3.3). All B.Sc programmes are recognised under this affiliation. Degrees awarded are valid for further studies at any Indian university and for government and private sector employment.

Ans. Yes. Students from SC/ST/BC/MBC/DNC categories are eligible for Tamil Nadu government post-matric scholarships that reimburse tuition and other fees. Central government NSP scholarships are also available for eligible SC/ST and minority students. Institutional merit scholarships may be available for academically outstanding students. Inquire at the admissions office.