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College of Graduate Studies

Overview

The college of Graduate Studies at University of Nyala was established in the year 2004.Pursue to thepolicy of the country to satisfythe needs in the field of postgraduatequalifications,the university gives training and awards as (postgraduate diploma, masters and doctoral degrees) beside scientific and applied studies in human studies, whichever, contribute to the development of academic programs that promote knowledge through focuing on the method of solvingthe problems dominating ruraland civil socities in the Sudan.

Our vision

Leadership and excellence in postgraduate studies and scientific research at the local and regional levels, contributing to the production of impactful knowledge and the development of individuals capable of driving development and shaping the future.

Our Mission

To provide high-quality postgraduate programs and rigorous scientific research that prepare scientifically and professionally qualified graduates, generate innovative knowledge, and contribute to addressing societal and development challenges in accordance with quality assurance and academic accreditation standards, through effective local and international partnerships.

Our Values

The College of Graduate Studies at Nyala University is committed to a set of values that constitute its institutional foundation and guide its academic practices. These include:

Academic Excellence: Continuously pursuing quality and excellence in teaching and research.

Research Integrity: Upholding research ethics, honesty, integrity, and transparency.

Social Responsibility: Directing scientific research toward addressing societal and development issues.

Innovation and Renewal: Encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.

Partnership and Integration: Engaging with academic and research institutions locally and internationally.

Equity and Equal Opportunities: Fostering a fair, inclusive, and motivating academic environment for all.

Our goal

Objectives of the College of Graduate Studies

The College of Graduate Studies at Nyala University aims to establish an advanced knowledge ecosystem that contributes to the production and application of knowledge and achieves integration between scientific research and sustainable development through the following objectives:

  1. Producing innovative, high-quality knowledge that enriches diverse scientific fields through original, multidisciplinary research that opens new horizons of knowledge and provides impactful practical solutions.
  2. Developing advanced human capital equipped with research, professional, and digital competencies and capable of generating and applying knowledge in local and global contexts.
  3. Promoting a culture of innovation and research entrepreneurship by supporting transformative research projects and linking postgraduate outcomes to the knowledge economy and labor market.
  4. Directing scientific research toward development priorities and societal issues in ways that achieve sustainable social impact and contribute to evidence-based public policymaking.
  5. Building a smart digital research ecosystem based on digital transformation technologies, big data, and artificial intelligence to enhance the efficiency and quality of scientific production.
  6. Strengthening knowledge integration and interdisciplinary studies through flexible postgraduate programs that promote interaction among the humanities, applied sciences, and technological disciplines.
  7. Enhancing strategic research partnerships with universities, research centers, and productive institutions locally and internationally to support scientific cooperation and knowledge exchange.
  8. Developing undergraduate programs by transferring the impact of advanced scientific research into the educational process and improving the quality of academic outcomes.
  9. Institutionalizing the principles of research governance based on integrity, transparency, efficiency, and accountability to ensure quality performance and sustainable impact.
  10. Anticipating scientific and technological futures by supporting future studies, developing capacities to analyze global trends, and empowering researchers to engage with rapidly evolving knowledge transformations.

Former deans

  • Adam Dawood Salim (2004 – 2006).
  • Mohammed Abu Emam.(2006 – 2009)
  • Abubaker Adam Tahir Awad (2010 -2013).  
  • Sabir Adam Hassan .(2013 – 2015).
  • Ahmed Mohammed Osman Bello (2015 -2019).
  • Current Dean:
  • Hamza Abdalla Eltahir