Electronics & Communication Engineering

Upon successful completion of the first 2 years of your study in BITS; you will have 192 credit points transferred into the Melbourne plan of BH073P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours). These 192 credit points are made up of:

• 144 credit points for the courses delivered by BITS.
• 48 credit points for the four courses delivered by RMIT.

Upon successful completion of the final 2 years of your study in RMIT you will receive 4 semesters of credit into the BITS award.

More information can be found here RMIT University Credit Policy.

The  Department Of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, BITS Pilani offers opportunities for students to be associated with professional bodies such as the Association of Electronic Engineers (AOEE) and Intelligent Flying Object for Reconnaissance (IFOR -Team).

This program plan (BH073BIT) is specifically designed for students enrolled in the dual award program offered by RMIT University and Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani), India. Completion of the BH073BIT plan provides an articulation pathway to the BH073P23 Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours) plan in Melbourne, Australia, which is fully accredited at the level of Professional Engineer by Engineers Australia.

Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers.

Engineers Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means that the program is internationally recognised, and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours) are eligible for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

BITS- Pilani has gained deep insights into emerging industry trends and skill demands. Since inception, over 500 organisations, including prominent ones such as SAP Labs, Verizon, Wipro Technologies, Samsung, HCL Technologies, LTI Mindtree and many others have benefited from the Work Intergrated Learning Programmes.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering) (Honours) program at RMIT has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) that advises on the RMIT delivered program and courses in Melbourne. Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. This committee helps inform program development and ensures that the RMIT delivered program content and student learning outcomes in Melbourne remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff in Melbourne maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences, as well as offer advice on professional careers in Australia.

To be eligible for entry to the Academy program you must meet the academic, pre-requisite and English requirements of both RMIT and BITS Pilani.

BITS

Candidates should have passed the 12th examination of 10+2 system from a recognized Central or State board or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) and adequate proficiency in English.

Admission to all the programmes is subject to the conditions given below:

• The candidate should have obtained a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects (if he/she has taken Mathematics in BITSAT) or a minimum of aggregate 75% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects (if he/she has taken Biology in BITSAT) subjects in 12th examination, with at least 60% marks in each of the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics / Biology subjects.
  The academic requirements will include your results from the BITSAT test

RMIT

Applicants must achieve the following results in your high school studies:

1. Successful completion of the All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with minimum average of 65% * or;
2. Successful completion of the Indian School Certificate (ISC) with minimum average of 65% * or;
3. Successful completion of the State Boards of Education (Higher Secondary Certificate, HSC) with minimum average of 70% *

*Overall average for graded academic subjects, excluding Work Experience& Physical & Health Education, Art, Religious and General Studies

For other qualifications, please visit https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/international-students/apply-to-rmit-international-students/entry-requirements/country-equivalency/india

To meet the pre-requisite requirement you must complete Mathematics/ HSC Mathematics with a minimum grade of 60% in your AISSC, ISC, State Board HSC studies. Other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants must meet RMIT’s English Language proficiency requirements as follows:

Applicants can provide evidence of your English language proficiency for admission to BITS RMIT Higher Education Academy program from one of these options:

1. Achieved 70% or above in Year 12 English subject score in Indian School Certificate examination (ISC) *
2. Achieved 75% or above in Year 12 English subject score in Central Board of Senior Education examination (CBSE) *
3. If applicants have other secondary qualifications or do not meet the subject score requirements listed above they will need to provide English language proficiency tests results. RMIT accepts a range of English proficiency tests. Refer to English language proficiency tests for international students website for the list of acceptable tests and scores  required for admission**

(*) You must provide an official letter from your high school office confirming that your Year 12 studies were taught and assessed entirely in English.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by the Academy, including validity periods, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Your application will also be assessed under the Simplified Student Visa Framework (SSVF) to ensure a smooth transition when it comes time to transfer to Australia. For more details please refer to our Apply for a visa information page.

Students are required to apply for an Australian student visa at the end of Year 2 at BITS, India. It is important to note that students must meet the student visa requirements.

Tuition fees in years one and two of the dual degrees are payable to BITS Pilani.

Annual tuition fees for students commencing 2025 are:

Year 1 (2025) INR 842,700

Summer Term* INR 147,500

Year 2 (2026) INR 884,800

Summer Term* INR 154,800

*The summer term fee will be charged either for the summer term of AY 2025-26 or the summer term of AY 2026-27 only depending on the completion of course requirement of a given program.

Other additional non-tuition fees can be found on the BITS admission website.

For courses undertaken in Melbourne in years 3 and 4, students pay standard international students fees for the programs.

Year 3 (2027): 45,120 AUD (2025 tuition)#

Year 4 (2028): 45,120 AUD (2025 tuition)#

# RMIT may adjust tuition fees at the beginning of each calendar year. RMIT may increase tuition fees by no more than 7.5% each calendar year (subject to rounding). Because fee increases are applied at the beginning of each calendar year, students commencing in later years will find that the total cost of their program will be slightly higher than indicated here.

Information regarding other costs such as amenities fees, Overseas health insurance and costs of living can be found on the RMIT Australia program guide for Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Systems Engineering)

Refunds Policy

Please review the Academy refund policy in conjunction with the above fees.

Future Leaders Scholarship

BITS-RMIT Higher Education Academy students are eligible for the RMIT Future Leadership Scholarship for components of the program delivered at RMIT Australia.

The scholarship value is a 20% tuition fee reduction for the program duration outlined on your offer letter for courses delivered at RMIT in Melbourne.

Further information

Future leaders scholarships