The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine & Animal Husbandry is one of the oldest faculties of Somali National University. Established in 1973, it was founded to address Somalia’s need for qualified veterinary professionals and animal production specialists to support the livestock sector, a cornerstone of the national economy.
During the 1980s, the Faculty earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, research and the provision of technical and extension services to livestock producers, government institutions and local communities.
Following the reopening of the University, the Faculty resumed its academic programmes with a renewed commitment to teaching, research, innovation and community engagement, integrating scientific knowledge with practical, field-based training.
The Faculty at a glance
Established in 1973, offering Veterinary Medicine and Animal Husbandry and serving Somalia’s vital livestock and rural community sectors.
- Established
- 1973
- Programmes
- 2 programmes listed
- Departments
- 2
- Dean
- Prof. Hassan Mohamed Hassan
- Undergraduate tuition
- Free
- Duration (charges table)
- 5 years
- Administrative charges
- US$80 per semester · Fees & charges
History and background
The Faculty was established in 1973. Its history is summarised in the overview above.
Vision and mission
The Faculty works within the vision, mission and core values of Somali National University.
A separate vision and mission statement for the Faculty has not been supplied. It will be published here once approved.
Source: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Husbandry page (XML page 19097)