MSc in Addiction and Mental Health
London Metropolitan University

166-220 Holloway Rd, London N7 8DB, United Kingdom
£ 20,000.00
£ 8,500.00
£ 3,000.00
£ 0.00
1 Years
Course Overview
The Addiction and Mental Health MSc will equip you with the tools to understand the connections between addictive behaviors and mental health. This degree explores how these issues are framed culturally and impact individuals' lives. It prepares you for a career in addiction, substance use, mental health, and medical fields. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, you'll gain a holistic understanding of addiction in the context of mental health. This course offers a deep dive into addictive behaviors and mental health conditions and their... Read more
The Addiction and Mental Health MSc will equip you with the tools to understand the connections between addictive behaviors and mental health. This degree explores how these issues are framed culturally and impact individuals' lives. It prepares you for a career in addiction, substance use, mental health, and medical fields. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, you'll gain a holistic understanding of addiction in the context of mental health. This course offers a deep dive into addictive behaviors and mental health conditions and their interactions. You will study theoretical models and critical approaches to both topics and learn how to intervene effectively. Key focus areas include neuroscience, pharmacotherapy, legal frameworks, policies, and ethical considerations. The course emphasizes career development, helping you build the skills needed for various roles within the addiction sector. Taught by practitioners and researchers, you will learn about addiction assessment, management, and treatment. You'll also be able to join the Society for the Study of Addiction (SSA) and contribute to the field's knowledge.
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Career Opportunities
This master’s degree will help you identify and pursue a career that aligns with your interests and goals. The program strengthens pathways to becoming an addiction practitioner or pursuing a research career in addictive behaviors. Many graduates have successfully entered careers in clinical psychology, social work, and para-medical disciplines. This course will enhance your career progression if you already work in addiction services. You will gain in-depth knowledge in pharmacotherapy, neuroscience, and mental health, along with critical approaches to understanding and treating addiction. Focusing on career development ensures you are well-prepared for addiction treatment and mental... Read more
This master’s degree will help you identify and pursue a career that aligns with your interests and goals. The program strengthens pathways to becoming an addiction practitioner or pursuing a research career in addictive behaviors. Many graduates have successfully entered careers in clinical psychology, social work, and para-medical disciplines. This course will enhance your career progression if you already work in addiction services. You will gain in-depth knowledge in pharmacotherapy, neuroscience, and mental health, along with critical approaches to understanding and treating addiction. Focusing on career development ensures you are well-prepared for addiction treatment and mental health services roles. By completing this master’s degree, you will have the knowledge and skills to positively impact the addiction sector and open up new career opportunities in various health and social care fields.
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Course Summary
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166-220 Holloway Rd, London N7 8DB, United Kingdom
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1 Year's Post Graduation (PG)
Program Length -
Available Intakes
Sep
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£ 20,000.00/Year
Tuition Fees -
Minimum Deposit
£ 8,500.00 -
Scholarship
£ 3,000.00 -
£ 0.00/Year
Application Fees -
£ 13,500.00/Year
Living Cost
University
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Minimum Level of Education Completed
Bachelor
Minimum Mark (%) OR Minimum CGPA
Mark:60% OR CGPA:2.50
English Proficiency Test Requirements
IELTS
6.0 Overall
Reading
5.5Writing
5.5Listening
5.5Speaking
5.5PTE
59.0 Overall
Reading
59.0Writing
59.0Listening
59.0Speaking
59.0TOEFL
72.0 Overall
Reading
18.0Writing
17.0Listening
17.0Speaking
20.0Note
IELTS : Including IELTS Indicator/IELTS online/IELTS One Skill Retake OSR (both parts must be recorded and verified separately) Overall score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic : 59 in each component – please note we no longer accept the online version of Pearson Test of English (PTE), this has to be completed in person to be considered.