FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Established in 2009, the Faculty of Health Sciences began as part of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences but has since evolved into an independent entity. Dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of the Somali population, the Faculty strives to deliver quality medical education, foster innovative research, and provide customer-centered health services. With a vision to become a leader in Health Sciences education and services in Somalia, the Faculty is tirelessly working to achieve excellence in its three core pillars: teaching, research, and community engagement. Currently, it serves approximately 2,200 enrolled students. In its commitment to academic growth and relevance, the Faculty of Health Sciences has been actively diversifying its degree programs to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.

OUR VISION

• We strive to become a leading academic institution in training health practitioners  who are educated to deliver patient-centered care. 

OUR MISSION

• To establish a conducive and sustainable training environment that will produce the best-qualified nurses, lab technicians and public health practitioners who are able to offer the best services for our community.

OUR CORE VALUES 

• Innovativeness and creativity
• Excellence and quality
• Professionalism
• Social accountability

The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Somalia comprises five academic departments, each offering a four-year degree program. These departments are:

1. Department of Laboratory Science
2. Department of Nursing and Midwifery
3. Department of General Nursing
4. Department of Public Health and Nutrition
5. Department of Pharmacy

In addition to the teaching and training hospital of the University of Somalia, the Faculty of Health Sciences collaborates with major public and private hospitals in Mogadishu. These affiliated hospitals include:

• Madina Hospital
• Benadir Hospital
• Daynile Hospital
• Keydsaney Hospital
• Hannano Hospital

This partnership provides students with practical training opportunities and exposure to real-world healthcare settings, enhancing their academic and professional development.

Here is a summary of the academic degree programs offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences and their admission requirements:

Key Observations:

Duration: All programs are 4 years long.

Admission Requirement: The minimum requirement for admission to any of these programs is a Secondary Certificate.