We believe that the most meaningful learning begins when it is not isolated. Our academic model is transdisciplinary, which means disciplines are integrated. Learning starts by delving into real problems across technology, design, society, business, media, and human experiences from day one.
This approach builds integrated and problem-first thinkers who are prepared not just for employment, but for the realities of life. The focus is on developing clarity, confidence, empathy, and purpose to navigate a complex, changing world.
We nurture creative, future-ready leaders through transdisciplinary, inclusive, sustainable, and globally relevant learning.
Shaping the vision of a future-first university grounded in integration,
responsibility, human-centric thinking, and a culture of academic excellence.
Hon. President, Governing Board
WPU GŌA
President, University at Buffalo, USA
Vice Chancellor
WPU GŌA
Professor, Hamburg University of
Applied Sciences, Germany
President, Industry Advisory Board
WPU GŌA
Former CEO, PEPSICO, India
Chairman, Global Advisory Board
WPU GŌA
President, University of Arizona, USA
Advisor
WPU GŌA
Vice Chancellor, Ahmedabad University
Executive President
WPU GŌA
Our students don’t just gain credits. They gain lived experiences through learning that move beyond classrooms into global, industry, community, and real-world contexts. This journey shapes integrated thinkers who are grounded, confident, and prepared for life in a complex, dynamic world.
Aligned with our ethos of learning by doing, we offer immersive experiences designed for real-world exposure and real impact.
We prioritise overall wellbeing as part of learning and leadership, enabling students to build resilience, clarity, and balance for a demanding world.
Every student becomes part of a Living Learning Scholar Community, where learning and living blend through shared ideas, collaboration, and reflective practice.
Educators who shaped the founding vision of WPU GŌA
World Renowned Business Advisor, Author and Speaker
Padma Vibhushan,
Chancellor, ICT Mumbai Former DG, CSIR
Padma Bhushan, Chancellor, Nalanda University
Director,
IIM, Bodh Gaya
Vice-Chair, National Innovation Foundation
Padma Bhushan,
Chairperson, Asian Heritage Foundation
Prof. of Practice,
ISB
Sr. Advocate & Arbitrator
Founder,
DICCI
Founder,
Nishith Desai Associates
Former Director,
NID
Eminent Scientist,
President, Microlin
Technologies, USA
Former Director,
IIM Bengaluru
Prof. of Health Sciences,
Former Executive Committee Chairman, NAAC
Former Director,
IIM Bengaluru
Director,
IIM Indore
Vice-Chancellor,
NLSIU, Bengaluru
Prof. Business Administration,
Harvard Business School
Former Director,
IIT Hyderabad
Former Dean,
IIM Bengaluru
Vice-Chancellor,
Ahmedabad University
President,
University of Arizona
Prof. at JNU,
Former Vice-Chancellor, Jammu University and Goa University
Founder & Trustee,
Ashoka University
Executive President,
WPU GOA
Dean Emeritus of Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad
Indian-American business consultant, World-Renowned Business Advisor, Author and Speaker
Director,
IIM, Bodh Gaya
Padma Vibhushan;
Chancellor, Institute of Chemical Technology,Eminent Scientist & Former Director General, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Vice-Chair, National Innovation Foundation
Padma Bhushan, Chancellor, Nalanda University
Padma Bhushan,
Noted Indian Designer, Scenographer & Art Curator; Chairperson, Asian Heritage Foundation
Prof. of Practice,
ISB
Founder,
Nishith Desai Associates
Sr. Advocate & Arbitrator
Former Director,
NID
Founder,
DICCI
Eminent Scientist,
Philosopher & Thinker, President, Microlin
Technologies, USA
Indian-American Business Consultant, World-Renowned Business Advisor, Author and Speaker
Former Director,
IIM, Bengaluru
Former Director,
IIM, Bengaluru
Director,
IIM, Indore
Prof. of Health Sciences,
Former Chairman, Executive Committee,
National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Vice Chancellor,
NLSIU, Bengaluru
Dean of Faculty,
Harvard Business School
Former Director,
IIT, Hyderabad
President,
University of Arizona
Founder & Trustee,
Ashoka University
Former Dean,
IM, Bengaluru
Prof. JNU,
Former Vice-Chancellor, Jammu University and Former
Vice-Chancellor, Goa University
Prof. Business Administration,
Harvard Business School
Vice-Chancellor,
Ahmedabad University
Executive President,
MIT WPU
Every student at WPU GŌA lives at the intersection of nature and ideas. Our fully residential model fosters a purpose-driven community where sustainability is lived, wellbeing is practised, and everyday experiences are shaped within a thoughtfully designed, premium, eco-conscious campus environment.
1,000+ distinguished academicians, innovators, and education leaders from six continents came together to shape a shared vision of transdisciplinary education. Through deep dialogue on real-world challenges, these conversations reinforced the need for problem-first, integrated learning to prepare future generations for a better world.
Integrating indigenous knowledge to advance higher education: A Transdisciplinary perspective
across institutes of eminence IIT, IIM, NLSU, NID etc.
594 faculty participants, Scholars from IITs, IIMs, NLUs, NIDs, and other leading institutions
281 World-class academicians, innovators, and change-makers across six continents
