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PgDip Applied Psychology (Addictions) at University of Salford

University of Salford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This programme develops applied knowledge and critical understanding of addiction and addictive behaviours, including the psychopharmacology of drugs, the psychology and treatment of addictions and the social impact of substance use. It is aimed at those working in the NHS or independent healthcare sector, including addiction clinics.

Duration: Full-time eight months (four modules); part-time two years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught modules are Research Methods in Psychology, The Psychopharmacology of Drugs and Addiction, Addictive Behaviour, and Drugs, Addiction and Society, followed by a dissertation for the MSc.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 honours degree in psychology or another health/social care related discipline, for example counselling, health sciences or nursing. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5. Applicants without the formal criteria but with an undergraduate degree and relevant experience may be considered through Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full-time: One year; Part-time: Three years

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