The Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research (FGSR) at Somali National University (SNU) serves as the University’s academic and research hub for postgraduate education, advanced scholarship, and scientific research. The Faculty is committed to developing highly qualified professionals, researchers, and future leaders capable of generating knowledge and providing innovative solutions to Somalia’s national and global development challenges.

The Faculty was officially established in 1985, marking an important milestone in the advancement of postgraduate education and research at Somali National University. Following the collapse of the Somali state in 1991, the Faculty suspended its operations along with the University. In 2020, the Faculty was re-established as part of the University’s revitalization efforts to strengthen postgraduate education, research capacity, and innovation.

Today, the Faculty provides a dynamic academic environment that supports master’s degree programs, postgraduate diploma programs, interdisciplinary research, and professional development. It works closely with all faculties, research centers, government institutions, and international partners to promote high-quality research, evidence-based policy, and innovation that contributes to sustainable national development.

Aligned with the University’s Strategic Plan, the Faculty plays a leading role in expanding postgraduate education, increasing research productivity, strengthening academic quality, and fostering national and international research collaborations. It also provides academic support services for postgraduate students, including research supervision, thesis management, research ethics, academic writing, and research dissemination.