Manipal Institute of Liberal Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (MILHS)
The Manipal Institute of Liberal Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (MILHS) at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Bengaluru off campus is one of the most active and thriving institutes on campus. The emphasis is on equipping students with conceptual knowledge, analytical and life skills, as well as communicative proficiencies through a transdisciplinary approach. The objective is to facilitate students in developing their overall personalities and enable them to confront real-world difficulties with the appropriate attitude and ability.
The Institute offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes. Single Major Graduate Degree with Honours Programme in Journalism and Mass Communication, Psychology and English and Double Major Graduate Degree with Honours Programme in History/ Political Science/ Economics/ Sociology are offered. Postgraduate Degrees are offered in Multimedia and Communication, English Language and Literature, and Applied Psychology. All the programmes are designed to integrate several practical skill-oriented components into the curriculum with the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) and Continuous Assessment and Grading Pattern (CAGP) of education at its core. The curriculum framework of all the courses is meticulously designed to meet the industry standards and, is in congruence with the National Education Policy (NEP) – 2020.
MILHS Departments
Department of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences (DPBS)
Department of Media and Communication (DMC)
Department of Language and Literature (DLL)
Department of Social Sciences (DSS)
Department of Library and Information Sciences (DLIS)
Centres at MILHS
Centre for Digital Humanities
Centre for Gender Education and Research
The Institute offers Under-Graduate and Post-Graduate Programme -
UG Programmes :
1. B.A. (Hons) Psychology
With minors in Psychology / Media Practice / History / Political Science / Sociology
3. B.A. (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication
With minors in Psychology / English / History / Political Science / Sociology
4. B.A. (Hons) in History / Political Science / Economics / Sociology
Double Majors (DM): History / Economics / Sociology / Political Science
Economics Majors (Major with Minors – MM): History / Sociology / Political Science
Postgraduate (M.A.) Degree Programmes
1. English Language and Literature with specialisation in
- Literature
- Practice
- Linguistics
2. Multimedia and Communication with specialisation in
- Communication Practices
- Audio-Visual Production
- Marketing Communication
Postgraduate (M.Sc.) Degree Programme
1. Applied Psychology with specialisation in
- Clinical Psychology
- Organisational Psychology
- Counselling Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
Doctoral Programme
The Institute currently offers doctoral programmes in the field of Liberal Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. The specific fields under which students are admitted are language and linguistics, psychology, media and communication, and film studies.
Research - Focus areas
- Film Studies
- Digital Humanities
- Human-Computer Interaction (AI integration, Effects & Behaviour Studies)
- Gender studies
- Behavioural Sciences & Psychology
- Performance studies
- Translation studies
- Climate Studies
- Urban Studies
- Agriculture Economic
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Students' Testimonial
With immense luck, I was successfully accepted at the Bengaluru Campus of Manipal Academy of Higher Education. The faculty members have been very cooperative. College timings are perfectly balanced. The institute also arranges a lot of extracurricular activities. The Psychology programme has been fun but challenges every student academically to do their best and reach their capabilities. The interpersonal relationships among my peers have been very good with great communication, and very interactive classes which include presentations and group discussions. The overall experience has been amazing, and I look forward to completing my undergraduate programme from DLHS.
Sharvari Varthak
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Psychology)
My experience at MAHE Bengaluru is one that I will cherish and remember long after my days as a student. Picking MAHE to pursue journalism – a very dear subject – has been one of the best decisions I have made. The faculty members, especially the journalism and media ones, are excellent and highly knowledgeable in their respective fields of study. The programme is not theoretical and focuses on practical learning, which has helped me improve as an interviewer and a photographer. To top it all off, I have made friends for life at MAHE, who consistently motivate me to become the best version of myself. I am proud to be a part of this esteemed institution and hope to give back to it someday.
Emilia Kumar
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Journalism and Mass Communication) (JMC)
The English programme and faculty members are excellent. The faculty members encourage the students to do as much research as they can, in and out of the classroom. They give importance to the syllabus and what the students want to do. They are very approachable and help the students in every viable way they can. There are a lot of intercollegiate opportunities given to us. The programme is structured in a way that is easy for everyone to understand but sets extremely lofty standards at the same time. The electives and courses offered through the programme are remarkably interesting.
Deepika
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (English)
MAHE, Bengaluru Campus offers the best of academic and personality development opportunities keeping practical learning as the core of its curriculum. The campus with its vibrant diversity helped me enhance my social skills and leadership qualities. It really allowed me to grow as an individual. The faculty members create a great space for deliberations, and exchange of ideas and knowledge, and provide seasoned guidance. It is a vastly transformative and liberating experience. Be it an academic or a personal issue, the department always has our backs. It offers a pristine location and dynamic infrastructure to empower you to actualize your aspirations.
Ankita Sahoo
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Double Majors)
Manipal Academy of Higher Education is an Institute of Eminence, which provide the best academic opportunities. The Bengaluru campus takes the mission of education to heart, and you will always find people to support you. Other than the academic aspect, MAHE believes in the overall development of its students. Thus, it provides numerous opportunities like cultural programmes and sports. Here, individuals are taught to be leaders with the help of leadership programmes. In Political Science, we are taught about the various aspects of politics from across the globe and in Economics, we are made to understand various theories and situations with live examples. The faculty members go the extra mile to help students learn and understand the concepts. The mentors guide the students in the right direction and help them choose the right path.
Ajitesh Menon
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Double Majors)
I am an avid learner. Coming to Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Bengaluru Campus for pursuing M.A. in English Language and Literature was not my original plan. But I am glad that I made it here. As a learner, it gives me immense joy to convey that each day is a new experience! The faculty members have been incredibly supportive, and their constant encouragement has guided me to comprehend that the primary aim of education is to quench the thirst for knowledge and not to score marks. The syllabus is meticulously curated and gives a deep insight into each topic. The exposure is not merely associated with academics and the frequent workshops and events mold the understanding of the world. The environment created by the staff and the faculty members is very apt to learn things and practice them in daily life. I really enjoy studying here and I am looking forward to learning much more!
Shruti Mehta
Master of Arts (M.A.) (English Language and Literature)
The M.A. in Multimedia and Communication programme at MAHE BLR is unlike other M.A. media programmes offered elsewhere. The curriculum focuses not just on academia but also on good amounts of fieldwork and the skill development aspects of media. While most media programmes around the country focus on the technical facets of the industry, here at MAHE BLR, the programme also brings in the sensitization of aspiring media and corporate communication practitioners. The media faculty members in specific strongly values holistic learning, discourses of all sorts, and interaction at all levels. The inclusivity offered at DLHS lets me participate effectively without having to worry about judgment and standardization of identities.
Mohammed Shafiulla R
Master of Arts (M.A.) (Multimedia and Communication)
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