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Master of Science in Addiction Studies

  • Masters (Coursework)

Our Master of Science in Addiction Studies (International Programme in Addiction Studies) offers you a unique pathway to making a difference.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
Available to non-student visa holder ONLY.
Intake Months
Jul

About this course

Join world leaders in addiction prevention

Our Master of Science in Addiction Studies (International Programme in Addiction Studies) offers you a unique pathway to making a difference.

It's delivered online through three of the world's leading universities in addiction sciences: The University of Adelaide; Virginia Commonwealth University; and the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London. On completion of the degree, you'll be recognised as a graduate of all three universities.

Study locations

North Terrace

North Terrace Campus

What you will learn

  • Learn from world experts in addiction.
  • Access multiple libraries and resources.
  • Explore all aspects of addiction-from pharmacological and psychosocial approaches to public health and policy.
  • Work through forward-thinking lectures, readings and modules.
  • Develop international networks.
  • Study from anywhere in the world.

We accept applications until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. For more information, including admissions criteria, application forms, curriculum outline and tuition fees, visit:

Career pathways

Maybe you're in law enforcement or social work and want to support changes in your community. Perhaps you're a counsellor looking to take on a specialised role in addiction. Maybe you're a research scientist or a public health graduate pursuing innovation and policy changes.


  • 16% industry growth predicted by 2025^
  • 1 in 5 Australians has mental health issues*
  • Flexible online study

^Imip.gov.au Occupation projection
*The National Health Survey 2017-18


Course structure

Students complete 8 core courses in Alcohol and Drug Studies.

The Master of Science in Addiction Studies is an intensive program completed in a 12-month period or part-time over 24 months.

For information about tuition fees, visit: ipas.vcu.edu.

Please note that FEE-HELP is not currently available for this degree.

Specific merit-based scholarships are also available for this degree. Please visit ipas.vcu.edu for more information.


Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Science & Mathematics courses at University of Adelaide.
97.1%
Overall satisfaction
88.6%
Skill scale
91.4%
Teaching scale