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Addiction Science (MS) at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Addiction Science covers the biological, psychological and social aspects of substance use and addictive behaviors, with emphasis on evidence-based transdisciplinary approaches to epidemiology, etiology, prevention, treatment, policy and harm reduction.

Duration: Minimum 32 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Required courses include Foundations in Addiction Science, Master's Thesis and Modern Substances of Abuse and Addiction, with a Counseling Track or a Research Track, and directed research and electives from addiction science, pharmacy, public health, medicine and social work to reach 32 units.

Career pathways

Fields from treatment and recovery to research and policy work.

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Application information

Duration: Minimum 32 units

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