University of Adelaide
Master of Science in Addiction Studies
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
Delivered online by the University of Adelaide, offers a comprehensive, research-driven education that empowers students to become global leaders in the prevention, treatment and policy development of addiction-related issues.
Course overview
The Master of Science in Addiction Studies (International Programme in Addiction Studies) offers you a unique pathway to making a difference.
It’s delivered online through three of the world’s leading universities in addiction sciences: The University of Adelaide, Virginia Commonwealth University and the Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London. Upon completing the degree, you’ll be recognised as a graduate of all three universities.
What will you do?
- Learn from world experts in addiction.
- Access multiple libraries and resources.
- Explore all aspects of addiction from pharmacological and psychosocial approaches to public health and policy.
- Work through forward-thinking lectures, readings and modules.
- Develop international networks.
- Study from anywhere in the world.
Where could it take you?
Maybe you’re in law enforcement or social work and want to support changes in your community. Perhaps you’re a counsellor looking to take on a specialised role in addiction. Maybe you’re a research scientist or a public health graduate pursuing innovation and policy changes.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete seven core courses and a dissertation to qualify for the Master of Science in Addiction Studies.
Core courses
Students must complete all of the following courses:
- Biological Basis of Addiction
- Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction
- Treatment of Addiction: Pharmacotherapies
- Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions
- Treatment of Addiction: Critical Issues
- Addiction Policies
- Research Methodology in Addictions
Research Dissertation
- Research Project in Addictions
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
All applicants must meet the following requirements as set out by VCU.
- US students should have completed a four-year bachelor's degree in an appropriate field. Students from outside the US must have completed an honours degree (level 2a or 1) or a professional bachelor's degree in a proper field of study at a recognised tertiary institution.
- Students must have a high level of proficiency in English, demonstrated by completion of a university qualification in the English language or by meeting one of the following English language requirements:
- IELTS score of 7.0
- TOEFL score of 600 (paper-based) or 250 (computer-based)
- Students must have good academic references.
- Students must have access to reliable internet and be computer-literate.
Higher Education Study
A relevant four-year undergraduate degree with a high level of academic achievement.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have completed your studies at another institution, you can apply for credit towards your University of Adelaide program. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates of this program have gone on to roles such as:
- Health Educator
- Health Officer
- Policy Adviser
- Life Scientist
- Medical Research
- Medical Scientist
- Mental Health Nurse
- Nurse Researcher
- Pharmaceutical and Medical Supplies Representative
- Psychologist
Fees and FEE-HELP
Fee information is not available.
Please note that FEE-HELP is not currently available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are also available.
