Teaching & modules
Teaching methods - what to expect
You will be taught through a mix of lectures, seminars and tutorials.
| Module name | Lectures (hours) | Discussion Boards and Live discussions (hours) | Field/lab/studio/supervised learning (hours) | Self-directed study (hours) | Total (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological Basis of Addictions | 20 | 30 | - | 80 | 130 |
| Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction | 25 | 30 | - | 80 | 135 |
| Treatment of Addiction: Pharmacotherapies | 25 | 30 | - | 80 | 135 |
| Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions | 20 | 30 | - | 80 | 130 |
| Treatment of Addiction: Critical Issues | 20 | 30 | - | 80 | 130 |
| Addiction Policy | 25 |
30 |
- | 80 | 135 |
| Research Project in the Addictions | 30 | 100 | - | 300 | 430 |
Contact time is based on 24 academic weeks. Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Location
This course is taught online through a distance learning portal.
Assessment
- Written Examinations
- Coursework
- Presentations
- Individual or Group Projects
The primary methods of assessment for this course are written examinations, coursework, presentations and practical individual or group projects. The study time and assessment methods typically give an indication of what to expect. However, these may vary depending upon the modules.
Modules
Required modules
Full-time students are required to take:
- Biological Basis of Addictions (20 credits)
- Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction (20 credits)
- Treatment of Addiction: Pharmacotherapies (20 credits)
- Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions (20 credits)
- Treatment of Addiction: Critical Issues (20 credits)
- Addiction Policy (20 credits)
- Research Project in the Addictions (60 credits)
Part-time students are required to take:
Year 1
- Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction (20 credits)
- Treatment of Addiction: Pharmacotherapies (20 credits)
- Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions (20 credits)
- Addiction Policy (20 credits)
Year 2
- Biological Basis of Addictions (20 credits)
- Treatment of Addiction: Critical Issues (20 credits)
- Research Project in the Addictions (60 credits)
Optional modules
There are no optional modules for this programme.
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
Online
Study mode:
Full time / Part time / Distance Learning
Duration:
One year full-time, two years part-time, August to August
Application status:
Closed
Start date:
September 2026