PROSPECTUS 2012-13 The BITS Pilani Advantage • The only international branch campus of the internationally reputed Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani), India. • The only off-shore campus of any Indian University to be accredited by NAAC with the highest grade “A” along with Pilani and Goa Campuses. • Licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority, Government of Dubai. • State-of-the-art campus with over 25 Engineering laboratories, well sourced library, advanced IT infrastructure and other facilities of international standards. • Well qualified and highly experienced full-time faculty. • Practice School (Industrial Internships) at more than 380 companies located in U.A.E., India and U.S.A. • Academic flexibilities like Dual Degree, Practice School, etc. • Placements at globally reputed companies. • Academic collaborations with reputed universities and research labs. • Support services like student visas, transport and fully furnished hostels. • Excellent facilities for sports, social and cultural activities and for all round development. • Affordable fees with highly flexible payment structure. • Scholarships under various categories. BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus Inside BITS Pilani 2 Message from the Director 3 BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus 4 Programmes Offered 5 First Degree & Higher Degree Programmes Educational Process Programme Details Practice School Facilities, Support Services and Student Activities 20 Placements 24 Admissions 25 Fee Structure 26 Scholarships & Concessions 27 Special Moments in Time 28 BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus Indian Technological University in the survey conducted by Outlook (27th June, 2011) and Electronics For You (May, 2011). It ranks among the top 10 Technical Universities of India in the surveys conducted by the India Today (18th July, 2011), The Week-India (5th June, 2011), Dataquest (13th Dec, 2011) and Competition Success Review (Jan, 2012). Dr. Kumar Mangalam Birla Now, under the leadership of Dr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman, Chancellor Aditya Birla Group, who was elected as Chancellor in 2008 and Dr. B.N. BITS Pilani Jain, Vice Chancellor, the Institute has embarked on a journey to become one of the leading universities in the world by the year 2020 “What is it that can empower a nation? The most obvious answer is through a new strategic plan entitled ‘Vision 2020’. education. Education that enhances livelihoods and education that is value-based. Education that gives roots and gives wings as well.” Birla Institute of Technology and Science at Pilani (BITS, Pilani) is the top private Technological Institution in India declared as a deemed to be university since 1964. The great visionary late Mr. G.D. Birla was its Founder Chairman. BITS Pilani is located at Pilani in the state of Rajas- than and offers degree at all levels in Engineering, Sciences, Manage- ment and Pharmacy. Late Dr. K.K. Birla, who took over as the Chairman in 1983, realized the need for providing top class higher education facility to greater number of promising students in science and technology, and under his patron- age, BITS started expanding by establishing three new campuses- BITS BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus Pilani, Dubai Campus in the year 2000, BITS Pilani, K.K. Birla Goa Campus in the year 2004 and BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus in the year 2008. In 2000, BITS Pilani became the first Indian Higher Educa- tion Institution to set up a campus abroad, at Dubai, with the permission of University Grants Commission (UGC) and Ministry of HRD. BITS Pilani attracts top ranking students from all over India and the admission process is highly competitive. It provides world class educa- BITS Pilani, K.K. Birla Goa Campus tion and helps in building a well rounded personality with ample opportu- nities for students to develop into responsible leaders and dynamic professionals in their careers. BITS has produced many distinguished alumni who occupy key positions all over the world. BITS Pilani is accredited by The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), an autonomous body setup by UGC, Government of India to accredit universities with the highest grade ‘A’ and a CGPA of 3.71 on a 4 point scale. BITS Pilani has emerged as the top private BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus 2 BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus Message from the Director Dr. R.K. Mittal Director and Senior Professor BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus Welcome to BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus, the only offshore campus of The academic flexibilities are complemented by a host of opportunities Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani), Rajas- to participate in and contribute to a variety of co-curricular and extra- than, India. From a modest beginning in 2000, today BITS Pilani, Dubai curricular activities. We lay emphasis on well-rounded personality Campus (BPDC) at Dubai International Academic City, Dubai, U.A.E development of the students and also in inculcating the values, creativ- has grown into a fully integrated International Campus. It has the distinc- ity, leadership, teamwork and integrity. We strive to develop each tion of being the first offshore campus of any Indian Higher Education BITSian to work with all vigor and values for the betterment of humanity, Institution. It gives the opportunity to study at a BITS Pilani Campus, at to be better persons and makers of tomorrow. an international destination and acquire qualifications recognized The Graduates from BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus have done exception- worldwide. ally well in all spheres of life and earned name and fame for themselves BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus carries forward the Charter of the brand and made their Alma Mater proud. The strong networks of the BITS “BITS Pilani” and is committed to the highest standards of academic Pilani Alumni, its ambassadors, spread all over the globe, holding excellence. It provides latest technology, learning tools, and a conducive leading positions in industry and academia alike, are a testimony to the environment to the students to become top technocrats, professionals, BITS Pilani's focus of nurturing individuals in the pursuit of excellence. entrepreneurs, leaders or researchers and responsible global citizens. Choosing a university for higher education is one of the most significant The unique system of education with flexibilities and options to students decisions to shape your career and life. You will find here all the essential like Electives, Practice School Programme etc. gives us a distinct charac- information on BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus, the programmes offered and ter. In the Practice School Programme students are exposed to the admission procedures. professional work environment and get the hands on experience in I invite you to visit our website www.bits-dubai.ac.ae to learn more. solving real life problems. The rigorous syllabi and competitive environ- ment not only instill a passion for knowledge but also attempt to teach how to apply the acquired knowledge. 23 BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus (BPDC) is the branch campus of the interna- As on date, 1,790 students have graduated from our Campus. Our tionally reputed Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS alumni are in leading positions in diverse fields across the world. They Pilani), India and the largest institution in Dubai International Academic have been recruited by more than 500 prestigious companies around the City. Set-up in the year 2000 in association with ETA-Net, we offer quality world such as Microsoft, Sony Ericsson, Oracle etc. in the U.S.A., Engineering education to the residents of U.A.E., Gulf and other Siemens, L & T, Emirates Airlines etc. in the U.A.E., and Infosys, Wipro, countries Tata Consultancy etc. in India and many companies from other countries. Several students have completed or pursuing Masters and Ph.D We imbibe the same rich traditions and academic standards of Birla Programmes from more than 65 leading universities such as Stanford, Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, Rajasthan, India, delivering Cornell, Columbia, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon in the U.S.A., the excellence in technological learning with continuous innovation in curricu- University of Toronto, Canada; University of Manchester, U.K., Nanyang lum and pedagogy, pervasive industry engagement through Practice Technological University, Singapore etc. Many alumni are also success- School and an enriched campus life. ful entrepreneurs. We have more than 1,600 students admitted from over 20 countries We have academic collaborations with several leading universities for world-wide. The vibrant campus has an excellent academically condu- student exchange, faculty exchange, admission into Graduate cive infrastructure along with well experienced, highly qualified and Programmes, Joint Research, etc. dedicated faculty and staff who are committed to fulfilling the students’ aspirations and shaping them as competent professionals. The professional activities at the campus have no parallel and the campus is among the very few institutions in the Middle East to have The academic programmes and opportunities transform the students. recognized student chapters of professional societies such as IEEE, They acquire learning skills, creativity, teamwork and leadership. The ASHRAE, ASME, SAE, ACM etc. rigorous syllabi not only instill in them, a passion for knowledge but also attempt to teach them how to apply that knowledge to real situations. In We also offer exhaustive opportunities to students to participate in a the Practice School Programme students are exposed to the work variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. We lay emphasis environment and get the hands on experience in solving real life on well-rounded personality development and the several laurels our problems during their educational years. We have a collaboration with students have won at the various national and international events are a over 380 reputed companies across U.A.E to offer Practice School testimony to this. (internship) to our students. BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus is headed by Dr. R.K. Mittal in the capacity of Director. Dr. R.K. Mittal’s career spans over 36 years, marked by distinct academic and administrative achievements.