Difference between B.E. and B.S. in engineering

Last Updated : 30 Jul, 2020

There are various undergraduate programs that can be undertaken by student. The options are even more when one chooses engineering. Let us see similarities and difference between two such options, B.E. and B.S. in engineering

1. Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) :
BE is also known as bachelor of engineering. This course deals with engineering concepts. Certification is given to student on completion of 3 to 5 Year engineering program.

2. Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.) :
BS stands for Bachelor of Science in engineering. This can be available in various Engineering fields such as Computer Science, Aeronautical, Automobile, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil and Electrical Engineering.

B.E. and B.S. (Engineering) both have similar types of courses and certificates of both of them are awarded at end of completion of these courses. The difference between them arises only due to colleges that decide to offer these courses. The content and approaches to these courses are entirely dependent on colleges offering them. There may be instances when particular course deals more with physical aspect whereas, other may concentrate more on practical aspect.

Difference between B.E. and B.S. in engineering :

S.No.	B.E.	B.S.
1.	B.E. deals with study of engineering based subjects.	B.S. also deals with study of engineering based subjects.
2.	B.E. degree is awarded only after completion of courses i.e., about 3 to 5 years after start of program.	B.S. degree is awarded only after completion of courses i.e., about 3 to 5 years after start of program.
3.	It is feasible for online as well as offline education.	It is feasible for both online as well as offline education.
4.	S.A.T.I Engineering and Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth provide B.E. program.	RDC and Sikkim Manipal University provide B.S (Engineering) course. (There are several other colleges offering these courses).
5.	In the United States, B.E. is seen as being similar to B.S. (Engineering).	In the United States, B.S. is seen as being similar to B.E. (Engineering).
6.	In Canada, B.E. degree is provided mostly by German Fachhocshule institutions and Universities of Applied Sciences.	In Canada, B.S (Engineering) course is generally offered by Technical University.
7.	In India, B.E. is seen as being similar to B.S. (Engineering) and spans for duration of 4 years.	In India, B.S. is seen as being similar to B.E. (Engineering) and spans for duration of 4 years.