Contemporary Alcohol & Drug Studies - MSc

University of the West of Scotland Masters courses in Social Sciences

Full time & Part time September MSc 1 year full time, 2 years part time

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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.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

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