Computer Science | IT
2 Yrs KCIC → ✈️ 2 Yrs Abroad → Work Experience
Duration of the Course
Study in India
2 Yrs
Study Abroad
2 Yrs
Program Overview
Delivered in collaboration with Heriot-Watt University, RMIT University, University of Technology Sydney, Elmhurst University, Ulster University, and Whitireia WelTec, New Zealand, this program offers a structured international transfer pathway towards a globally recognised Bachelor's degree in Computing and Information Technology.
The pathway begins with a question worth considering: why pay a full first-year international fee abroad when much of that year revisits foundational concepts already encountered at school? KCIC addresses this by delivering the first one or two years in India, allowing students to transfer abroad for Year 3 and Year 4 — reducing overall program cost by up to 60% without compromising the final degree outcome.
The first year at KCIC is uniquely flexible, with students studying common computing subjects aligned across all partner universities. In the second year, students select their specialisation — from Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, to Artificial Intelligence — alongside their destination and university.
Partner degrees span the UK, Australia, USA, and New Zealand, and are accredited by BCS and the Australian Computer Society, ensuring professional recognition for graduates across global technology markets.
Further studies / Careers
Progressing to a Master's at RMIT, UTS, Heriot-Watt, or Ulster after your Bachelor's offers advanced standing or accelerated entry, enabling completion within 1 to 1.5 years in specialised streams — including AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Software Engineering. High-performing graduates who complete an additional Honours year with a research thesis may apply directly for a PhD, progressing into doctoral research without completing a full Master's first.
Entry Criteria
Grade 12: Must have 70% in Maths and one of: Computer Science, Physics, or a related Science subject (or) A Levels (or) IB (or) JEE Main Min 70th Percentile.
Study Journey from KCIC to Study Abroad
You'll build strong computing foundations alongside industry-relevant technical skills, developing core capabilities in programming, discrete mathematics, data structures, databases, and computer systems. The program builds coding fluency, algorithmic thinking, and structured problem-solving — using industry-standard tools such as Python, Java, SQL, Git, Linux, and VS Code — preparing you to operate effectively in modern, technology-driven computing environments.
Select your specialisation and progress into advanced, industry-aligned study. The program offers five pathways: Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity. Students deepen technical expertise within their chosen field, apply principles to complex computing problems, and build the critical evaluation, design, and decision-making skills needed to transition into Year 3 abroad — where specialised laboratories, research infrastructure, and industry-facing projects take centre stage.
Based on your chosen specialisation and university, you transfer abroad together as a cohort, ensuring a supported transition with familiar peers and consistent academic progression. Year 3 shifts learning from theory to application, with access to advanced laboratories — AI and robotics labs, cybersecurity suites, software engineering studios, high-performance computing clusters, and industry-facing project environments — at RMIT, UTS, Heriot-Watt, and Ulster.
In your final year, you undertake major capstone projects, research-led development, and industry-embedded placements, applying computing principles to real-world challenges across AI, cybersecurity, software systems, and data science. You work with industry-standard platforms such as TensorFlow, AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and Agile frameworks — building the expertise expected of graduate computing professionals entering global industry.
Upon graduation, students receive a full international degree and are eligible for an 18–24 month post-study work visa, allowing them to stay and seek employment. This visa permits full-time work and does not require employer sponsorship.
Accreditation
Degrees awarded by our partner universities are accredited by the British Computing Society (BCS), Institute of Science and Technology (IST).
Industry Collaboration
Developed by the employer for the employers by Pearson Education in collaboration with 3D 360,Amazon Web Services (AWS), Beam Connectivity, Bedford College, Cisco, CompTIA, Fujitsu, Imago Solutions Ltd, Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), ISC2, Lockheed Martin, National College for Digital Skills, The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS), The Tech Partnership, University of Kent, University of Hull, Uxbridge College, QA Apprenticeships.
Career Outcomes & Employability
Graduate employment statistics for Computer Science | IT
Job Placement Rate
Above Industry Average
₹47 - ₹53 LPA
Average Starting Salary
Career Pathways & Salaries
Software Developer
£35,000 - £60,000
Data Scientist
£45,000 - £75,000
Cybersecurity Analyst
£40,000 - £65,000
AI/ML Engineer
£50,000 - £85,000
Mobile App Developer
£40,000 - £60,000
Applications Programmer
£35,000 - £50,000
Network Security Engineer
£47,000 - £70,000
Quick Info
Stage 1 Study in KCIC
Intake & Application Deadlines
Apply before: May 31, 2026
Apply before: July 17, 2026
KCIC Tuition Fees
₹325,000/Yr
💳 Pay in EMI ₹39,000 x 9 months
Study Abroad Tuition Fee
£14,500*
*Subject to change
Collateral-free loans availableFlexible payment optionsPotential part-time earning upto 12 Lacs while studying abroadOption to include paid placement year, earn upto 19 lacs between the academic years abroad
Questions? Our counsellors reply within 60 minutes.
Stage 2 Transfer Options
Hear From Our Students
Real stories from students who have taken this path.
Muhammed Shazin
Ulster University, UK
Computer Science | IT
"The right start shaped my global path. Two years at KCIC prepared me to move seamlessly to Ulster University to complete my Bachelor’s in Computing. The integrated paid placement transformed learning into practical expertise. Today, I step forward with the confidence of both academic excellence and real-world experience."
Prachi Chaudhary
University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
Computer Science | IT
"Every global milestone begins with purposeful preparation. My journey started at KCIC, where two formative years shaped my academic confidence and creative perspective. Advancing to the University of Technology Sydney to complete my degree in Interaction Design — and now pursuing my Master’s — feels like the natural evolution of that strong beginning."
Kevin Shalom
Ulster University, UK
Computer Science | IT
"Building a future in Artificial Intelligence starts with strong fundamentals. KCIC provided the structure and academic focus that prepared me to pursue the final years of my Bachelor’s at Ulster University. The transition into the UK system was seamless, supported by a clear and well-designed pathway."
Jaghadishan Ramakrishnan
University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
Computer Science | IT
"From classroom ambition to global impact — my journey began at KCIC. The foundation I built there opened the pathway to the University of Technology Sydney, where I completed my Bachelor of Information Technology and Master of Artificial Intelligence. Today, as a Machine Learning Engineer at Cognitivo in Australia, I carry forward the confidence, clarity, and global perspective that KCIC first instilled in me."
Muhammed Shazin
Ulster University, UK
Computer Science | IT
"The right start shaped my global path. Two years at KCIC prepared me to move seamlessly to Ulster University to complete my Bachelor’s in Computing. The integrated paid placement transformed learning into practical expertise. Today, I step forward with the confidence of both academic excellence and real-world experience."
Prachi Chaudhary
University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
Computer Science | IT
"Every global milestone begins with purposeful preparation. My journey started at KCIC, where two formative years shaped my academic confidence and creative perspective. Advancing to the University of Technology Sydney to complete my degree in Interaction Design — and now pursuing my Master’s — feels like the natural evolution of that strong beginning."
Kevin Shalom
Ulster University, UK
Computer Science | IT
"Building a future in Artificial Intelligence starts with strong fundamentals. KCIC provided the structure and academic focus that prepared me to pursue the final years of my Bachelor’s at Ulster University. The transition into the UK system was seamless, supported by a clear and well-designed pathway."
Jaghadishan Ramakrishnan
University of Technology, Sydney, Australia
Computer Science | IT
"From classroom ambition to global impact — my journey began at KCIC. The foundation I built there opened the pathway to the University of Technology Sydney, where I completed my Bachelor of Information Technology and Master of Artificial Intelligence. Today, as a Machine Learning Engineer at Cognitivo in Australia, I carry forward the confidence, clarity, and global perspective that KCIC first instilled in me."
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