Andhra University offers an MCA (Master of Computer Applications) program, both on-campus and through distance learning, with a duration of two years (four semesters). The program aims to provide a comprehensive education in computer science and its applications. It's designed for students seeking to specialize in computer applications and software development. 

Key Details:

• Program Type: MCA (Master of Computer Applications)

• Mode: On-campus and Distance Learning

• Duration: 2 years (4 semesters), with a maximum of 4 years for distance learning

• Eligibility: Passed BCA, Bachelor's in Computer Science, or B.Sc./B.Com./B.A. with mathematics at 10+2 level, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

• Objective: Develop competencies in multiple computer applications, particularly software related issues.

• Fee Structure: Andhra University specifies Rs. 15,000 per semester for tuition.

• Course Structure: The MCA program includes courses like Operating Systems, Database Management, Programming, and more.

• Online MCA: Andhra University also offers an online MCA program, providing flexibility and convenience for students.

Specialisation

Operations Management

IT and Systems

Cloud Computing

Web Development

Data Science

Andhra University was established in 1926 by the Madras University Act to serve the entire linguistic region of Andhra as a residential teaching-cumaffiliating multi-disciplinary university. The institution has Sir C.R. Reddy as its founder Vice-Chancellor and Dr.Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan as the second ViceChancellor. A sprawling campus of 425 acres dotted with 215 buildings, vast open spaces, a brilliant ecosystem with its rich biodiversity and magnificent Kailasa Hill as the backdrop with mystic blue of the Bay of Bengal in its front constitute a unique environment in a city such as Visakhapatnam. It has delivered high quality education to contribute to the national education mission and in many ways, and has remained a part in the framework to strengthen the country as a nation. Successful alumni, research outcome of this university were the social model for unity of the society and a factor for growth and development of India. The university has the distinction of having five Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awardees, two Padma Vibhushan Awardees, one Padma Bhushan Awardee, five Padma Shri Awardees with the recent addition of two in 2023, amongst its alumni.