St. Stephen's B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) FAQs
Ques. What is the difference between B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry/Physics and B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) at St. Stephen's?
Ans. B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry and B.Sc (Hons.) Physics are single-subject Honours programmes with deep specialisation in one subject. B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) is a Programme course that combines Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, offering a broader interdisciplinary foundation. Honours programmes are generally considered more prestigious and are preferred for research-oriented careers, while the Programme course is suitable for students who want flexibility across multiple science subjects.
Ques. What CUET subjects should I appear in for B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) at St. Stephen's College?
Ans. Candidates must appear in CUET UG 2026 in Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + any one Language from List A. This is the same combination as for B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry and Physics, so students can apply for multiple programmes with the same CUET papers.
Ques. Is B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) at St. Stephen's College competitive?
Ans. Yes, even the B.Sc Programme courses at St. Stephen's are highly competitive. The CUET cutoff for B.Sc Physical Science with Chemistry at St. Stephen's has been in the range of 735-792 in recent years, which is among the highest for this programme across Delhi University colleges.
Ques. What postgraduate options are available after B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) from St. Stephen's?
Ans. Graduates can pursue M.Sc in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or allied fields at DU, IITs, IISc, or other central universities. They can also appear for IIT JAM in Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematical Statistics. Some students also pursue M.Sc in Environmental Science, Materials Science, or interdisciplinary programmes. The broad foundation of the programme makes graduates eligible for a wide range of PG options.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) students at St. Stephen's?
Ans. Yes, St. Stephen's College has a residential facility (referred to as "Residence") that accommodates approximately 350-400 students across six blocks. However, hostel allocation is extremely limited for first-year students, with typically only 4-5 students per course getting hostel accommodation in the first year. The hostel fee is approximately Rs. 53,000 per semester. Hostel allocation is separate from academic admission.
Ques. Can B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry) students at St. Stephen's switch to an Honours programme?
Ans. No, students cannot switch between Programme and Honours courses after admission at DU. However, after completing B.Sc (Physical Science with Chemistry), students can apply for M.Sc Honours-level programmes at IITs, IISc, or DU departments, where the entry is based on entrance exams like JAM rather than the undergraduate programme type.
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