Turning Engineering Principles into Real-World Impact
The B.E. (Civil) at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus is a comprehensive four year undergraduate programme that equips students with core engineering knowledge as well as specialised skills in planning, designing, constructing and maintaining vital infrastructure. The curriculum includes both theoretical as well as practical components that include hands-on laboratory experience, field experiences, computer-aided design software and project assignments. Students will also learn how to apply the principles of structural analysis, soil mechanics, fluid mechanics and transportation systems. The sustainability of the infrastructure that students use to meet the requirements of contemporary society is addressed within the curriculum.
Design a Degree That Works for You
At BITS Pilani, your academic path is not Linear. It allow you to customise your learning path
according to your aspirations, goals and interest.
The structure of degree programmes and academic regulations also provides certain other flexibilities like choice of electives, number of electives, repetition of courses, departure from normal pace, withdrawal from or substitution of course(s), etc.
Students interested in exploring courses beyond the scope of their curriculum can opt to audit them. This option is for casual learners who are not enrolled in a degree programme. Courses such as Foreign Languages and Music are offered in addition to the core degree programmes. Students may take these courses on an audit basis, subject to the payment of additional fees.
High-performing students may transfer to:
Higher Degree or Ph.D. programmes
Between Ph.D. and Higher Degree levels (based on academic standing). This flexibility supports seamless progression for research-driven students.
One of the most popular flexibilities offered by our educational structure is the dual degree scheme, under which students concurrently work towards completing two integrated first degrees within a reasonable timeframe. All students admitted to Group B programmes are also eligible to work under this scheme for one of the Group A programmes. Assignments to programmes are made based on individual performance during the first year.
In the assignment of dual degrees, first priority is given to students in Group B seeking a second degree under this scheme from among the programmes in Group A. After fully satisfying the known needs of the first priority, a second operation is done to consider the other priority, namely, students in any group seeking a second degree from amongst the programmes in another group. While it would be academically and procedurally acceptable for a student admitted to Group A or B programmes to seek a second degree in Group C in the dual degree scheme, the reverse process is not normally possible. However, a student admitted to Group C will be eligible to compete for a dual degree in any degree in Group C, or any degree in Group B or MMS, but only in Group A.
Practice School
The Original Experiential Learning Model
The Practice School Programme is a hallmark of BITS Pilani’s experiential learning approach. It provides students with an opportunity to practice what they have learnt in global organisations under the supervision of a mentor. Students work on cutting-edge technologies and have the option to practice in their discipline of study or cross-disciplinary areas. In addition to providing students with an opportunity to play roles that require multifunctional skills, this flagship programme also offers many students the chance to secure a PPO.
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Practice School-I
Practice School I is an eight-week course conducted during the summer term after the second year of study. Students are stationed in an organisation during this programme, and after a comprehensive orientation, students largely learn through observation and work on group projects, under the guidance and mentorship of industry experts and a faculty member from BITS. This not only serves as a first exposure for students to the corporate world but also helps nurture their personality traits, communication, and presentation skills.
Practice School-II
Practice School-II offered in the final year of study is a TWENTY-TWO-week full-time program. First-degree students in their final year of study can register for this program either during the first semester or the second semester, and Dual-Degree students can register for a double-semester PS-II program. For higher degree students, the course is titled Practice School, and such students can register for it in their final semester of study.
Practice School Process
Practice School I is an eight-week course conducted during the summer term after the second year of study. Students are stationed in an organisation during this programme, and after a comprehensive orientation, students largely learn through observation and work on group projects, under the guidance and mentorship of industry experts and a faculty member from BITS. This not only serves as a first exposure for students to the corporate world but also helps nurture their personality traits, communication, and presentation skills.
Programme Structure
Focus: Building strong foundations in basic sciences, mathematics, and core engineering principles, while developing analytical thinking, computational skills, and technical communication.
Courses :
- Biology Laboratory
- General Biology
- Chemistry Laboratory
- General Chemistry
- Mathematics I
- Physics Laboratory
- Mechanics, Oscillations and Waves
- Engineering Graphics
- Mathematics II
- Workshop Practice
- Computer Programming
- Electrical Sciences
- Technical Report Writing
- Probability and Statistics
- Thermodynamics
Focus: Strengthening civil engineering fundamentals through mechanics, materials, surveying, and systems planning, while introducing structural analysis, geotechnics, transportation and environmental perspectives.
Courses :
- Mathematics III
- Humanities Electives
- Fluid Mechanics
- Mechanics of Solids
- Surveying
- Civil Engineering Materials
- Humanities Electives
- Analysis of Structures
- Construction Planning & Technology
- Soil Mechanics
- Highway Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Principles of Economics or Principles of Management
Focus:Advancing expertise in structural design, hydraulics, geotechnical engineering, and water systems, supported by discipline-focused electives and hands-on industry exposure.
Courses :
- Open / Humanities Electives
- Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures
- Hydraulic Engineering
- Foundation Engineering
- Discipline Electives
- Water & Waste Water Treatment
- Design of Steel Structures
- Engineering Hydrology
- Practice School I
Focus:Offering advanced flexibility through electives while culminating the programme with in-depth research or immersive industry experience, preparing students for professional practice or higher studies.
Courses :
- Open Electives
- Practice School II or Thesis
Industry-Grade Labs for Structures, Geotechnics & Materials
Faculty Guiding Across Design, Construction & Infrastructure Systems
Dr. Akshay Venkateshwaran
Assistant Professor,
Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering
Dr. Brij Kishor Pandey
Assistant Professor,
Head of Department,
Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering
Dr. Deepthi Mary Dilip
Assistant Professor,
Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering