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London Metropolitan University: Addiction and Mental Health
| Institution | London Metropolitan University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social Sciences and Professions |
| Web | https://www.londonmet.ac.uk |
| courseenquiries@londonmet.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7133 4200 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Why study this course
Our Addiction and Mental Health MSc degree adopts a multidisciplinary approach to addiction studies within a mental health context. You'll consider theoretical and practical issues relating to the main factors influencing addiction from biological, social, cultural and psychological perspectives. The knowledge and skills you'll gain during the course will allow you to pursue or advance your career in the fields of addiction and mental health issues.
More about this course
This course will equip you with an up-to-date knowledge of addiction within a mental health context, as it addresses addiction from psychological, physiological, political and legal points of view. It also provides a strong scientific basis and teaches critical analysis of policy and law from an evidence-based perspective. The role of research is continually emphasised and you'll become an active participant in the creation of knowledge.
Career development is a strong focus of the degree and you'll develop knowledge that will allow you to work in different areas of the addiction field. You'll also develop skills relating to the assessment, management and treatment of addiction.
You'll be taught by practitioners, researchers and scholars in the addiction and mental health fields and be encouraged to become a member of the Society for the Study of Addiction (SSA).
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will be required to have at a minimum a lower second-class Honours degree in the area of social sciences, health, education and human sciences e.g. social work, psychology, medicine, biomedical science, nursing, health promotion or social work. Graduates from other disciplines who have extensive relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis. All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the mathematics and English language. Applicants who require a Tier 4 student visa may need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements |
| Location | Holloway 166-220 Holloway Road Islington N7 8DB |
Fees
| England | 10500 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10500 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 10500 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 10500 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 18150 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 18150 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 18150 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 18150 GBP for Whole course |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will be required to have at a minimum a lower second-class Honours degree in the area of social sciences, health, education and human sciences e.g. social work, psychology, medicine, biomedical science, nursing, health promotion or social work. Graduates from other disciplines who have extensive relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis. All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the mathematics and English language. Applicants who require a Tier 4 student visa may need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements |
| Location | Holloway 166-220 Holloway Road Islington N7 8DB |
Fees
| England | 1170 GBP for Module |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 1170 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 1170 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 1170 GBP for Module |
| EU | 2020 GBP for Module |
| International | 2020 GBP for Module |
| Channel Islands | 2020 GBP for Module |
| Republic of Ireland | 2020 GBP for Module |
About London Met
Whether you’re looking to improve your job prospects, pursue a passion or take your career in a whole new direction, find your postgraduate degree and join London Met’s real London community today. This is the real London.
Based in one of the world's most exciting capital cities, London Metropolitan University is home to an inclusive community of inspiring and determined learners, teachers and innovative thinkers.
By putting the emphasis on work-related learning, London Met’s courses are designed to ensure you’ll have the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career.
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