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Liverpool John Moores University: Public Health Addictions
| Institution | Liverpool John Moores University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Sport Studies, Leisure and Nutrition |
| Web | https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/ |
| health@ljmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 231 5829 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This Public Health Addictions MSc from LJMU’s Public Health Institute examines the evidence base of harms/risks relating to addictions and ways to reduce them.
- Study on this ground-breaking course, unique in the north west
- Explore the evidence base of addiction harms and risks and the policies used to reduce them
- Discover course content informed by key research in alcohol and drug addiction
- Benefit from support and guidance for placement learning opportunities
One of only a handful of courses in the UK, Public Health (Addictions) turns its back on the treatment of addiction as a behaviour and looks at its wider social and political aspects. The issues relating to addiction continue to be major public health challenges facing communities around the world, with wide ranging consequences for the individual concerned, their families and society as a whole.
This MSc in Public Health (Addiction) builds on the Public Health Institute's extensive research portfolio of primary research, evaluation, evidence review and intelligence systems, covering the areas of drugs, alcohol and tobacco. Students come from a wide range of backgrounds including nursing, psychology and criminology, many have also worked in drug or alcohol support capacities.
This education programme enables you to work with leading academics in the field, providing specialist knowledge and insights into a wide range of addiction issues. Additionally, the Public Health Institute is able to call on the experience of an established network of practitioners and policy makers to make a unique educational experience.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will need: • a good honours degree in any health or social science-related discipline or • equivalent professional qualifications and experience Additional Information: • RPL is accepted on this programme If you have any specific queries, please contact health@ljmu.ac.uk Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via NARIC. View country specific entry requirements: Contact LJMU's International Admissions Team (internationaladmissions@ljmu.ac.uk) for guidance on visa information. Further information is also available from our international web pages: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 16100 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will need: • a good honours degree in any health or social science-related discipline or • equivalent professional qualifications and experience Additional Information: • RPL is accepted on this programme If you have any specific queries, please contact health@ljmu.ac.uk Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via NARIC. View country specific entry requirements: Contact LJMU's International Admissions Team (internationaladmissions@ljmu.ac.uk) for guidance on visa information. Further information is also available from our international web pages: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 40 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 40 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 40 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 40 GBP for Credit |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will need: • a good honours degree in any health or social science-related discipline or • equivalent professional qualifications and experience Additional Information: • RPL is accepted on this programme If you have any specific queries, please contact health@ljmu.ac.uk Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via NARIC. View country specific entry requirements: Contact LJMU's International Admissions Team (internationaladmissions@ljmu.ac.uk) for guidance on visa information. Further information is also available from our international web pages: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7250 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15600 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will need: • a good honours degree in any health or social science-related discipline or • equivalent professional qualifications and experience Additional Information: • RPL is accepted on this programme If you have any specific queries, please contact health@ljmu.ac.uk Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via NARIC. View country specific entry requirements: Contact LJMU's International Admissions Team (internationaladmissions@ljmu.ac.uk) for guidance on visa information. Further information is also available from our international web pages: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 40 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 40 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 40 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 40 GBP for Credit |
LJMU
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