[Topper’s talk] Siddhi Shrivastava, IGNOU Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA)- Gold Medal, 78%, RC- Patna.

IGNOU Topper’s talk – Ms. Siddhi Shrivastava, University Gold Medalist, Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA)

     Ms. Siddhi Shrivastava receiving IGNOU University Gold Medal Award & degree from the Hon'ble M/o Human Resource  Development of  India in the 33rd convocation of IGNOU held on February 17, 2020.

Name	Siddhi Shrivastava
Email ID	siddhi.shrivastava16@gmail.com
Age (while joining IGNOU)	17 years
IGNOU  Enrolment number	165225564
Name of Course with code	Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA)
Medium of Study	English
Month and Year of Passing the course	June-2019
Gold medal awarded in which year/ convocation	17.02.2020 (33rd Convocation)
Total percentage of marks obtained	78%
Regional Centre	Patna
Study centre	Patna
Previous courses before joining IGNOU	No
Other courses from IGNOU, if any	No
Work experience, if any	No
Current organization & job title	None
Competitive Exams (after graduation)	Banking
Other achievements	Got medals and prizes as I stood 2nd position in class IV & VI.
Hobbies	Painting, Travelling

                     

                        IGNOU BCA result and course content review with suggested books:-

S.No.	Course code	Assignment marks	TEE marks	Was IGNOU material sufficient (Yes/No)	Name of other reference books that can help student
1.	MCS 012 Computer Organisation & Assembly Language Programming	95	93	Yes	None except previous year question papers
2.	MCS 013 Discrete Mathematics	95	84	Yes	Same as above
3.	MCS 015 Communication Skills	95	82	Yes	Same as above
4.	BCS 011 Computer Basics & PC Software	95	75	Yes	Same as above
5.	BCS 041 Fundamentals of Computer Networks	91	81	Yes	Same as above
6.	BCS 042 Introduction to Algorithm Design	90	72	Yes	Same as above
7.	BCS 053 Web Programming	89	74	Yes	Same as above
8.	MCS 023 Introduction to Database Management Systems	84	72	Yes	Same as above
9.	BCS 012 Mathematics	90	68	Yes	Same as above
10.	BCS 054 Computer Oriented Numerical Techniques	89	64	Yes	Same as above
11.	MCS 011 Problem Solving and Programming	94	73	Yes	Same as above

                                                 Final Percentage in IGNOU BCA = 78 % 

                                 IGNOU Assignments: Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

(PS- I am including these simple questions as freshers do have all these doubts)

1.	Did you strictly follow the word limit for the assignment? (Yes/Not exactly)	Not exactly
2.	Did you make the assignments only from the IGNOU course material? (Yes/No/Partially). Please mention the other sources which you used.	Partially, from study material and from the internet
3.	Did you use plain white A4 sheets for assignment writing? (Yes/No). If No, please give details.	Yes
4.	Did you draw side margins in the assignment? (Yes/No)	Yes
5.	You wrote the IGNOU assignment answers in blue pen or black dot/pilot pen or both?	Blue pen
6.	Did you write assignments on single side of the paper or double side? (Single Side/Double side)	Single Side
7.	On average, how many pages per answer did you write? (3, 4, 5…)	4
8.	After completing the assignment, did you use spiral binding, plastic file, stapler or others? Please specify.	Stapler and then kept in plastic file
9.	Did you keep a photocopy of your assignments (Yes/No)	No
10.	Did you visit the study centre to submit the assignments or sent them through post? (Visited Study centre/Post)	Visited study centre

Please provide your special tips due to which you secured high marks in IGNOU BCA assignments:-

Answer:

A thorough study of your study material which you have been provided and then read instructions carefully. Make answers to the questions given and write in your A4 sheet with a good handwriting. A good handwriting, neat and clean assignment will enhance your marks.

Note: You can also refer to my earlier post for other important instructions for making IGNOU Assignments.

                 IGNOU Bachelor in Computer Application (BCA) Term End Examination (TEE)

 Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1.	Did you strictly follow the word limit in the TEE? (Yes/Not exactly)	Yes
2.	On average, how many pages per answer did you write? (3,4, 5…)	3
3.	You wrote the TEE answers in blue pen or black dot/pilot pen or both?	Blue pen
4.	Is it easy to complete all the TEE answers in prescribed time-limit? (Yes/No).	No. It is not easy. There are so many question and time is not sufficient but keep your patience, you will surely complete on time.
5.	Did you draw any diagrams, mindmaps, etc. in any paper? (Yes/No).	Yes, in every possible question.
6.	For how many hours/days did you study for the TEE?	Two months and 3- 4 hours each day
7.	How did you prepare for TEE? Did you make comprehensive subject-wise notes? Please give details.	I prepared mostly from the study material and if some topics were not clear then I searched them on the internet. I did not make any notes.
8.	Is the format of asking questions in TEE needs a relook? Is TEE able to test the subject knowledge and analytical skills well? Suggest enriching ideas.	No, it needs no relook. In my opinion, it is the best.
9.	Did you apply for obtaining photo-copy of answer scripts? (Yes/No)	No
10.	Did you apply for re-revaluation in any subject? (Yes/No). If Yes, please mention the subject to the best of your memory.	No
11.	Did your marks increase after the re-evaluation? (Yes/No)	I did not apply for re-evaluation
12.	Any other reforms in TEE which you think are pertinent? Please give details.	Not required
13.	Did you take help from IGNOU guide books? (Yes/No) If yes, please mention the books.	No

 

Please provide your special tips due to which you secured high marks in IGNOU BCA Term End Examinations (TEE):-

Answer:

Ø  First, I studied very sincerely from study material which IGNOU has provided because in term end exam, 80% questions are from this study material. So study it thoroughly.

Ø  I also learn diagrams and figures which I used to draw in my answer sheet. In my view, diagrams enhance your answer and it seems that you know very deeply about the topics that’s why I make diagrams in every possible questions.

Ø  I wrote 3 to 4 pages for each question and I also take two extra supplementary sheets. Always write your answer according to your words limit given in question.

Ø  Make your time limit according to your number of questions asked because time is not sufficient. Do not waste your extra time on a single question.

Ø  My strategy to secure high marks in TEE is explained in this article. The most important is that do not leave any question, try to attempt all questions.

Ø  If you strictly follow these tips which I have written, you will surely achieve highest marks.

Other Frequently asked questions (FAQ):-

 

1.  Did your course have practical/Internship/project component? If yes, please provide complete details as students have a lot of questions and issues in this section.

 

Answer: Yes, in my course there are practical exams in every semester. In my last semester we have to submit one project as my course is BCA.

 

2.     Apart from IGNOU text books, which book would you recommend for the students to get crystal clear concepts & maximum marks in this course?

 

Answer: I would not recommend any other book because I did not study from them. IGNOU text books are enough. To get clear concepts I studied from YouTube and google as well.

 

3.     What was your motivation for joining this particular IGNOU course?

 

Answer: As IGNOU is a global university and it has a great importance, I prefer to join IGNOU course.

 

4.     Which was the most challenging/toughest subject in your IGNOU degree/diploma course? 

 

Answer: The toughest subject in my course was economics and maths. As I m a science student, so I did not know much about economics. That was very challenging for me. IGNOU is a distance university so I cannot clear doubts in maths (BCS 012 & MCS 013)  also but I always keep trying. I have never given up that’s why I have got university gold medal.

5.    Did you solve previous year question papers of IGNOU Term End Examinations? If yes, please mention question papers of how far back did you solve.

 

Answer: Yes, I have solved them to know which types of questions are asked in TEE. Accordingly I prepared for the exam. I used to solve 5 years back of question papers.

6.      What are the different job opportunities after completing this course? Did this course help you in your job or getting a job? Please explain how.

 

Answer:  After completing my course, I am preparing for government jobs.

7.      Does this course helps in any competitive exams? Were you able to apply the knowledge so gained in this course in that exam?

Answer: Yes, ofcourse it did. In banking exams, there is a computer section as well in which I apply the knowledge gained in my course.

8.    Does this course helps in higher education? Are you pursuing higher education on the basis of your IGNOU degree? If Yes, Please give details.

Answer:  Surely this course helps in higher education. No, I am not pursuing higher education.

 

9.    What are your suggestions for the freshers who are joining this course and reading your experience?

 

Answer:  My suggestion is not to join BCA course in IGNOU because it is a technical degree and you will suffer a lot like me because there is no one to teach you or clear your doubts. IGNOU is good for other courses but for BCA it is tough. But if you have joined like me then go ahead & work hard and you will be successful one day. All the best to the freshers from my side.

10. What is the academic and professional value of a degree obtained from IGNOU? Can share your personal life experience as well.

 

Answer:  IGNOU is a very recognized university, everyone knows about it. Sorry I cannot share my personal experience because I have just passed out from it, I have no experience yet.

11.  Did you ever face any advantage/disadvantage of completing this distance education course from IGNOU over the people who completed the same course full time from some other university? Please give details.

 

Answer: Yes I faced disadvantages. But after getting the medal I have become very confident and people also recognize as a gold medal-list. I have learned one lesson from it so far that “if you work hard u will definitely get rewarded; your hard work never goes waste”.

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