Overview
The Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) at Manipal was established in 1978 and aims to foster a creative and intellectually vibrant learning with a global outlook, in the field of architecture.
MSAP is an elite institution with state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated and experienced faculty members, and has student-centric practices.
Key Features
- Instill the ability to think, explore, reason, create, and eventually bring out the best in students.
- Develop analytical skills and creative thinking.
- Sensitize towards environmental issues and social responsibilities.
Core Competencies
Four-point Philosophy
- Sustainable and sensitive practices in design
- Regional values and global essence
- People-centric design
- Profession-oriented education & training.
Programs
The Manipal School of Architecture and Planning (MSAP) offers the following programs:
- Bachelor of Architecture
- Masters of Architecture in Urban Design & development (UDD)
- Masters of Design (Sustainable Design)
Faculty
Facilities
MAHE has best-in-class facilities for students of all constituent institutes

Libraries
Libraries give students access to study resources, digital and print

Student Housing
Student hostels are their homes away from homes

Innovation Centre
State-of-the-art Innovation Centre facilitates multi-disciplinary research

Sports & Fitness
Marena has world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash, as well as a well-equipped gymnasium
Testimonials

MAHE is where people are motivated to acquire knowledge and engage the world around them.
Rahul Babu Kodali
MIM, MAHE

MAHE has provided a great platform for all students to explore themselves – personally and professionally.
Meghana Manjunath
MIM, MAHE

Manipal is a place which moulded my character and made me what I am today.
Yasha Shetty
MIM, MAHE

Interacting with people from all over the world in a free environment has helped me become receptive to change.
Aakash Singh
MIM, MAHE

Best-in-class infrastructure and a curriculum that makes learning fun – Manipal is the place to be.
Deepak Joyappa
MIM, MAHE

My teachers are my mentors. They have helped me grow academically and personally.
Niva Mohanty
MIM, MAHE