Masters Degrees (Addiction)

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A Masters Degree in Addiction is a graduate-level programme that specialises in the study and treatment of various types of substance abuse disorders. This advanced degree allows individuals to deeply comprehend the psychological, physiological, and sociological impacts of drug addiction, alcoholism, and other kinds of dependencies.

The curriculum generally includes subjects like counseling techniques, prevention strategies, crisis intervention, legal and ethical issues related to substance abuse. Students also learn about many facets of addiction including behavioral addictions like gambling or eating disorders which command an increasingly recognised significance in the field.

A Masters Degree in Addiction is typically structured over a period of one to two years, depending on whether the student is enrolled full-time or part-time. The programme's course load combines both theoretical and evidenced-based practical knowledge to provide comprehensive training.

Why study a Masters in Addiction

Pursuing a Master's Degree in Addiction can open up numerous opportunities for those interested in helping individuals and communities overcome addiction-related issues. This advanced academic program equips students with crucial skills on behavioral, psychological, social aspects of addiction, enabling them to gain a holistic perspective on substance abuse and dependency disorders.

These tools allow them to support all stages of recovery from intervention and treatment through to aftercare programmes.

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Addictions MSc

King’s College London
Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience

Our Addiction Studies course provides postgraduate education in addictions, with a particular emphasis on recent biological, psychological and socio-environmental advances in the conceptualisation of drug use and addiction and its effective prevention. Read more

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Mental Health (Online) - MSc

University of Birmingham
Birmingham Online

The future is ready. The Institute of Mental Health and the School of Psychology bring you a 100% online MSc in Mental Health , focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to mental health research and theory. Read more

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Master of Science in International Addiction Studies (IPAS) MSc

King’s College London
Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience

The Master of Science in International Addiction Studies (IPAS) course offers students cross‐cultural exposure to critical prevention and treatment practices, as well as research and policy issues in the field of addiction. Read more

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Addiction and Mental Health MSc

London Metropolitan University
School of Social Sciences

Our Addiction and Mental Health MSc degree adopts a multidisciplinary approach to addiction studies within a mental health context. Read more

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Addiction Psychology - MSc

University of the West of Scotland
Master's courses in Social Sciences

Our MSc Addiction Psychology provides advanced study of the psychological theory underpinning the development and maintenance of pharmacological and behavioural addictions, as well as their evidence-based treatments. Read more

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Public Health Addictions MSc

Liverpool John Moores University
Faculty of Health

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. Read more

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Applied Psychology: Addictions - MSc

University of Salford
School of Health and Society

This course will equip you with valuable insights into topics including the psycho-pharmacology of addiction, the recent interest in addictive behaviours and the wide ranging implications of addiction for society. Read more

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Applied Psychology: Therapies - MSc

University of Salford
School of Health and Society

This course will equip you with valuable professional insight into topics including approaches to identifying common mental health disorders, causes of addiction, and how Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based psychotherapies can be used to help address stress, anxiety, depression, chronic health conditions, and other related disorders. Read more

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Professional Masters in Systemic Psychotherapy (Ind, Couple, Families)

University College Dublin
UCD School of Medicine

This course will appeal to those people who are interested in training as a Psychotherapist to a high level of knowledge and skill. Read more

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Substance Use (Online) MSc

University of Stirling
Education and Social Sciences

The number of people in treatment for substance use in the UK is on the rise and there's a distinct and growing need for professionals in this field who can contribute to research and support. Our MSc Substance Use is ideal for professionals looking to develop their career in the field of substance use, as well as individuals looking to build on their undergraduate studies. Read more

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