Teaching & modules
Modules
Required modules
You are required to take:
- Introduction to Addiction Science and Theory (30 credits)
- Psychopharmacology of Drug Action and Addiction (15 credits)
- Research Methods, Critical Appraisal & Statistics (30 credits)
- Policy - Optimising the Impact of Evidence to Reduce Addictions (15 credits)
- Addiction Treatment and Practice (30 credits)
- Research Project (60 credits)
Optional modules
There are no optional modules for this course.
Teaching methods - what to expect
The MSc Addictions consists of six modules covering research, policy and clinical practice in addictions and addictive behaviours, each led by an experienced addictions researcher and involving those working in the field. The Treatment and Practice module includes experiential learning opportunities in treatment services. We use a range of different, relevant assessments.
The MSc is designed to accommodate both full-time and part-time students.
You will be taught through a mix of lectures, seminars and tutorials.
| Module name | Lectures (hours) | Seminars/ tutorials (hours) | Field/lab/ studio/ supervised learning (hours) | Self-directed study (hours) | Total (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Addiction Science and Theory | 20 | 15 | 5 | 260 | 300 |
| Psychopharmacology of Drug Action and Addiction | 10 | 10 | - | 130 | 150 |
| Research Methods, Critical Appraisal & Statistics | 15 | 15 | 15 | 255 | 300 |
| Policy - Optimising the Impact of Evidence to Reduce Addictions | 15 | 15 | - | 120 | 150 |
| Addiction Treatment and Practice | 25 | 25 | 40 | 210 | 300 |
| Research Project | 2 | 8 | 10 | 580 | 600 |
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work. Contact time is based on 24 academic weeks.
Location
Our course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Denmark Hill Campus.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary. Most if not all the teaching for the MSc Addictions programme, will take place at the main IoPPN Campus in Denmark Hill. The clinical placement is likely to take place at a different location.
Excursions and field trips may be arranged during the year with adequate prior notice given to students.
A full list of locations will be made available to students at the beginning of the module.
Assessment
- Written examinations
- Coursework
- Practical work
The primary methods of assessment for this course are written examinations, coursework and practical work (presentations, simulated clinical assessment). The study time and assessment methods typically give an indication of what to expect. However, these may vary depending upon the modules.