University of Northeastern Somalia
Great minds
build nations.
Certificates, diplomas and bachelor's degrees across eight faculties, from Garowe, Puntland.
- Next intake
- January 2027
- Application deadline
- 15 Dec 2026
- Orientation week
- 2 Jan 2027
- Classes begin
- 9 Jan 2027
Faculties
Eight faculties, one university
29 academic departments teach 37 programmes, each led by its own dean and faculty board.
Computing & Data Science
Software engineering, information systems and data analysis.
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Data Science & Statistics
- Networks & Cybersecurity
6 programmes
Management Science
Business, finance and the management of organisations.
- Business Administration
- Accounting & Finance
- Islamic Banking
- Procurement & Logistics
6 programmes
Health Sciences
Theory teaching with supervised clinical placements.
- Public Health
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Health Services Management
5 programmes
Social Sciences & Humanities
Society, governance and development in the Horn of Africa.
- Social Work
- Public Administration
- Political Science & IR
- Development Studies
5 programmes
Education
Preparing teachers and school leaders for Puntland's schools.
- Primary Education
- Secondary Education
- Educational Leadership
- Curriculum & Assessment
5 programmes
Sharia & Law
Islamic jurisprudence alongside Somali and comparative law.
- Sharia
- Law
- Islamic Studies
4 programmes
Economics & Statistics
Economic analysis, planning and applied statistics.
- Economics
- Statistics & Planning
- Trade & Investment
3 programmes
Languages & Foundation
English, Arabic and preparation for degree study.
- English Language
- Arabic Language
- Foundation Studies
3 programmes
Programmes
Programmes of study
Certificates take one year, diplomas two and bachelor's degrees three.
- BSc Computer Science
Computing & Data Science
3 years
- BSc Information Technology
Computing & Data Science
3 years
- BSc Data Science
Computing & Data Science
3 years
- Diploma in Software Development
Computing & Data Science
2 years
- Diploma in Networks & Cybersecurity
Computing & Data Science
2 years
- Certificate in Computer Applications
Computing & Data Science
1 year
- BBA Business Administration
Management Science
3 years
- BSc Accounting & Finance
Management Science
3 years
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Teaching & assessment
How study is organised
Each week brings a recorded lesson and one live Zoom session per course, with coursework and examinations through the semester.
One live session a week
Each course meets its lecturer once a week on Zoom, for questions, discussion and group work. Attendance is recorded.
Recorded weekly lessons
The teaching for each week is a recorded video lesson on the course page, watched when it suits you.
Examinations
Coursework, midterms and invigilated final examinations each semester, marked and moderated by the faculty.
University library
Textbooks, journals and past papers, open to every registered student.
Academic advising
Every student is assigned an advisor in their department for course selection and progress.
Student records
Course registration, timetable, results and transcripts are kept in one student account from admission to graduation.
Admissions
Applying to UNS
Applications are reviewed by the Admissions Office and the faculty you apply to.
- 1
Submit an application
Choose a faculty and programme and complete the application form.
- 2
Provide your documents
Secondary school certificate, national ID or passport, and a passport photo. Transfer applicants add a transcript.
- 3
Sit the placement test
A short English and mathematics test, used to place you in the right first-semester courses.
- 4
Accept your offer and enrol
Confirm your place and attend orientation. The Registry registers your courses for the semester.
Next intake
January 2027
- Application deadline
- 15 Dec 2026
- Placement tests
- 19 – 23 Dec 2026
- Orientation week
- 2 Jan 2027
- Classes begin
- 9 Jan 2027
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Great Minds Build Nations
Join the January 2027 intake.
Applications close on 15 December 2026.