M.E.

Communication Engineering


Offered at: K K Birla Goa

Driving the Future of Communication Technology


The M.E. in Communication Engineering programme at BITS Pilani is designed to prepare students for the rapidly changing field of communication by introducing them to the most recent advancements in wireless systems, signal processing, RF & microwave engineering and optical networks. This two-year course consists of rigorous core courses, project-based electives as well as dissertation work. Provided by the Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, it focuses on practical design challenges, experiential research and the timely engagement with changing industry specifications. Graduates of this programme will have the skills to succeed in innovative sectors such as telecommunications, embedded systems, network infrastructure and regulatory organisations.


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 fundamentals in communication systems, signal processing, and core technical skills.

Courses :

  • Advanced Digital Signal Processing
  • RF & Microwave Engineering
  • Coding Theory & Practice
  • Research Practice
  • Mobile & Personal Communication
  • Advanced Digital Communication (Elective)
  • Elective

Focus: Emphasise optical communication, research, and practical learning.

Courses :

  • Optical Communication
  • Dissertation
  • Practice School

Expert Faculty Driving Innovatio in Communication Engineering

A Amalin Prince


Professor, Department of EEE

Akshay Madan


Assistant Professor

Anita Bhagirathji Agrawal


Associate Professor

Data Acquisition system design, System design and simulation

Admissions: Everything You Need to Know


Students work hand-on in specialised, fully equipped facilities.

Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria

Fees & Refund Policy

Scholarship

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You Asked.
We Answered.

At BITS Pilani, M.E. (Communication Engineering) builds advanced capability in wireless/modern communications, signal processing and RF–microwave systems, combining rigorous theory with computation, labs and projects.

It’s a two-year (four-semester) higher-degree at BITS Pilani: three semesters of coursework followed by a full-time final semester as either Practice School (PS-II) or a Dissertation.

You will study Advanced Digital Signal Processing, RF & Microwave Engineering, Coding Theory & Practice, Mobile & Personal Communication, Advanced Digital Communication and Optical Communication at BITS Pilani.

Yes- BITS Pilani supports the programme with Communication Systems, RF & Microwave, Optical Communication and related labs, alongside department simulation facilities used in analysis/design work.

Higher-degree students at BITS Pilani may opt for PS-II—a 5.5-month, 20-unit, credit-bearing industry assignment operated round the year- integrated into the degree.

For BITS Pilani Higher Degree admissions, a minimum 60% in the qualifying degree is required; selection is on merit via the BITS HD online test and/or a valid GATE score, with up to 50% seats via each route.

M.E. (Communication Engineering) is offered at BITS Pilani’s K. K. Birla Goa campus.

Absolutely. BITS Pilani offers rich electives- spanning Satellite/Antenna, RF Microelectronics, Real-Time Systems, Computer Networks and more- and lets you choose PS-II or Dissertation in the final term.

BITS Pilani runs an institute-wide, structured placement process with strong recruiter participation; PS-II frequently translates to pre-placement offers.

Graduates from BITS Pilani move into roles across wireless/RF, DSP/communications engineering, optical/satellite systems, embedded communications, networks and systems engineering- well aligned to the programme’s core and electives.

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