The Manipal Institute of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts (MISHA) is a dynamic new academic entity under the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), established to bring together a diverse range of disciplines that explore the human condition, culture, society, and global thought.

MISHA represents the unification of some of MAHE’s most intellectually vibrant and globally recognized centres and departments, including:

• Manipal Centre for Humanities (MCH)
• Manipal Centre for European Studies
• Gandhian Centre for Philosophical Arts and Sciences
• Department of Philosophy
• Department of Languages
• Department of Geopolitics and International Relations

This interdisciplinary institute fosters an environment of critical inquiry, creativity, and cultural engagement. By integrating the strengths of each constituent unit, MISHA aims to become a leading hub for education and research in the liberal arts, social sciences, and global studies.

MISHA is committed to nurturing thoughtful leaders, innovative researchers, and globally conscious citizens through a curriculum that is both rooted in tradition and responsive to contemporary challenges. Its diverse programs encourage dialogue across disciplines, global perspectives, and a commitment to the values of empathy, ethics, and academic rigor.

As part of MAHE’s continued vision for holistic education, MISHA stands at the forefront of shaping scholarly discourse and public thought in India and beyond.