Eng. Muxiyadiin Cabdullaahi Cabdi
Vice Chancellor
Leads the University’s academic and administrative direction.
info@galkayo.edu.so +252-615386858
A private university founded by the community in October 2010 — expanding access to quality higher education in the Mudug region and beyond.
Galkayo University is administered by the Mudug Foundation for Education Development (MUFED) — an educational foundation established by 55 Somali professionals from within Somalia and the diaspora: doctors, engineers, lecturers, teachers, lawyers, computer scientists and business leaders.
The University was established in October 2010 in Galkayo, the capital city of the Mudug region, with the objective of expanding access to quality higher education and contributing to sustainable national development.
To create and disseminate knowledge while empowering students to thrive in their professions and serve society responsibly.
To establish sustainable mechanisms that facilitate rapid access to quality higher education for the community.
Education develops individual potential and guides society toward justice, peace, prosperity and sustainable careers.
Vice Chancellor
Leads the University’s academic and administrative direction.
Academic Leadership & Quality Oversight
Oversees academic standards and quality assurance across all faculties.
Academic Administration & Records
Manages admissions, enrolment, student records and certification.
Ten undergraduate faculties, four master’s programs and eleven diplomas — from Medicine & Surgery to Computer Science, Sharia & Law to Agriculture.
Browse All ProgramsGalkayo University is governed by the Mudug Foundation for Education Development, which anchors the University in its founding community.
The University works collaboratively with governmental institutions, academic organizations and development partners to strengthen academic quality, research capacity and institutional sustainability. Partner organizations interested in collaboration are welcome to contact the administration.
Administration Building, Galkayo campus — Mudug region, Somalia.
Administration Building, Galkayo campus
Galkayo, Mudug, Somalia
Saturday–Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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