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About the course
Our innovative MSc Contemporary Alcohol & Drug Studies course adopts a critical social science perspective to explore the interplay between psychoactive substances and society across a range of areas. Our course will introduce you to a range of:
- Cross disciplinary theories and concepts
- Descriptions and effects of psychoactive substances
- Patterns of consumption
- Approaches to treatment and relevant policy debates
- Politics of alcohol and drugs policy
You will critically examine patterns of substance use across social groups and the contexts and consequences of substance-related harms for individuals, families and neighbourhoods.
Entry Requirements
You are required to hold an upper second class honours degree in social science or equivalent (2:1 or above). In particular circumstances you can use evidence of relevant professional experience to support applications. You must demonstrate - via portfolio, extended written application letter, and if deemed necessary by the course leader, an entrance interview – that you have sufficient professional or practiced based experience to undertake their chosen course of study.
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