Institutes & Centers – CITY UNIVERSITY OF MOGADISHU

City University Related Institutes, Centers and Schools

Foundations & Languages Institute

The Foundations & Languages Institute provides a rich and tailored program of learning for university bound students as well as members of the general public who wish study English.

Center for Mental Health & Community Wellness

The City University of Mogadishu Center for Mental Health & Community Wellness is a university-based center that provides accessible and confidential mental health and psychosocial
services to students, university staff, and members of the wider community.

The Center supports individuals, families, and groups experiencing a range of mental health and psychosocial concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and other challenges affecting well-being and daily functioning.

Marine & Fisheries Institute

The Marine & Fisheries Institute at City University has four functions:

Marine Vocational Training.
The Mogadishu Marine High School.
Marine Research Services.
Undergraduate Marine Degree programs.

Center for Climate Adaptation and Environmental Peacebuilding

The Center for Climate Adaptation and Environmental Peacebuilding (CCAEPB) was established in June 2025 under City University Research Institute in City University of Mogadishu to address these interconnected challenges
through rigorous research, strategic capacity building, and impactful policy engagement.

The Center operates on the fundamental premise that environmental sustainability and peace are mutually reinforcing, and that durable solutions to Somalia’s crises must be rooted in evidence, local knowledge, and inclusive governance.

Center for Cybersecurity & AI

The Center for Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence (CCAI) is a specialized center of City University of Mogadishu dedicated to advancing cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and applied research. Through research, professional services, and strategic partnerships, the Center supports government institutions, private organizations, development partners, and academia in building secure, resilient, and intelligent digital ecosystems.

Conflict, Governance & Peacebuilding Center

The Conflict, Governance & Peacebuilding Center provide short course in Peace and Conflict Resolution as well as an MA Degree Program in Political Science with focus on Conflict Studies.

City University Affiliated K-12 Educational Institutions

Mogadishu Marine High School

The Mogadishu Marine High School provides high quality secondary education and residential dormitories for students from all regions of the country. Students complete grades 9-12 in this program preceded an intensive English Language Program as well as swimming and water safety lessons. In addition to the high school education, students learn about the ocean, environment, fish and maritime transportation.

Most students enjoy full scholarships that cover their education and living expenses provided for by the Board of Trustees of City University to encourage this important field of study.

YK High School for Science & Technology

The Yusuf Al-Kawnayn High School for Science & Technology provides high quality secondary education with emphasis on Science and Technology. An Intensive English Language Program precedes the students’ educational programs.

Students who complete this program will be able to enroll in college and select the most challenging of majors with a strong background in the sciences and technology.

ABOUT CITY UNIVERSITY

CU Admissions:

ACADEMICS

English Language Programs (ESL & TOELF)

Dean's List

Scholarships Receipient

School of Continuing Education and Professional Development

MA Political Science – Public Administration

MA Conflict, Governance & Peacebuilding

MS Fisheries Management

MS Agribusiness & Value Chain Development

City University Related Institutes, Centers and Schools

Foundations & Languages Institute

Center for Mental Health & Community Wellness

Marine & Fisheries Institute

Center for Climate Adaptation and Environmental Peacebuilding

Center for Cybersecurity & AI

Conflict, Governance & Peacebuilding Center

City University Affiliated K-12 Educational Institutions

Mogadishu Marine High School

YK High School for Science & Technology

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