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Drugs & Alcohol Studies MSc

Introduction
Entry Requirements
How to apply

The Masters in Drugs & Alcohol Studies aims to enhance and develop your knowledge and skills in the field of substance misuse. It is suitable for a wide range of people interested in advancing their understanding of drug and alcohol issues and builds on our extensive background in addiction studies.

You will be encouraged to reflect on drug and alcohol issues in relation to a range of theoretical perspectives.
The programme will enable you to critically examine research and policy, and consider the application of evidence-informed practice for drug and alcohol interventions.
It will provide you with an opportunity to undertake in-depth investigation of your practice, to complement your understanding of drug and alcohol issues.
A distinct feature of the programme is the encouragement to critically reflect on your own practice in relation to the literature, research findings and policy.
You will benefit from a number of guest lecturers working in specialist drug and alcohol services or key research roles.
If you do not already work in the drug and alcohol sector, we can arrange a work placement for you.

Programme overview

MSc: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time
PgDip: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time
PgCert: 12 months part-time

You will take four core courses and choose two from a list of options. For the MSc there is also a dissertation on a specialised topic. The taught component will be made up of lectures, seminars, tutorials and group project work.

Core courses

Drug and alcohol theory and policy
Drug and alcohol assessment and interventions
Drug and alcohol integrated practice study
Introduction to educational and social research.

Optional courses

Leading people
Leading organisations
Mental health: substance use
The impact of drug and alcohol misuse on children and families.

Career prospects

You will graduate with a extensive understanding of drug and alcohol issues. This may enhance your current practice in drug and alcohol services or open up a new career in this field.

You could also go on to further academic research in this field.

Further information: Mr Archibald Fulton
email: Archibald.Fulton@glasgow.ac.uk

Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject.

English language

If your first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. See English Language Requirements.

Further information regarding entry requirements: student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk

We ask that you apply online for a postgraduate taught degree. Our system allows you to fill out the standard application form online and submit this to the University within 42 days of starting your application.

You need to read the guide to applying online before starting your application. It will ensure you are ready to proceed, as well as answer many common questions about the process.

Guide to applying online

Do I have to apply online for a postgraduate taught degree?

Yes. To apply for a postgraduate taught degree you must apply online. We are unable to accept your application by any other means than online.

Do I need to complete and submit the application in a single session?

No. You have 42 days to submit your application once you begin the process. You may save and return to your application as many times as you wish to update information, complete sections or upload additional documents such as your final transcript or your language test.

What essential documentation should I have available before I start my application?

As well as completing your online application fully, it is essential that you submit the following documents:

A copy (or copies) of your official degree certificate(s)
A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained
Official English translations of the certificate(s) and transcript(s)
Two supporting reference letters on headed paper
Evidence of your English Language ability (if your first language is not English)
Any additional documents required for this programme (see Entry requirements for this programme)
A copy of the photo page of your passport (Non-EU students only)

Do my supporting documents need to be submitted online?

Yes, where possible, please upload the supporting documents with your application.

What if I am unable to submit all of my supporting documents online?

If you cannot upload an electronic copy of a document and need to send it in by post, please attach a cover sheet to it that includes your name, the programme you are applying for, and your application reference number.

You may send them to:

International and Postgraduate Admissions
Fraser Building - Student Services
University of Glasgow - 65 Hillhead Street
G12 8QQ
Fax: +44 141 330 4045

Can I email my supporting documents?

No. We cannot accept email submissions of your supporting documents.

What should I do if am having problems using the online application system?

If you are having issues, please email doashelp@mis.gla.ac.uk

What entry requirements should I have met before applying? Where can I find them?

You should check that you have met (or are likely to have met prior to the start of the programme) the individual entry requirements for the degree programme you are applying for. This information can be found on the ‘entry requirements’ tab on each individual programme page, such as the one you are viewing now.

What English Language requirements should I have met before applying? Where can I find them?

If you are an international student, you should also check that you have met the English Language requirements specific to the programme you are applying for. These can also be found on the ‘entry requirements’ tab for each specific programme.

Guidance notes for using the online application

These notes are intended to help you complete the online application form accurately, they are also available within the help section of the online application form. You can also download a PDF with detailed guidance information for the online application system:
Applicants' Guide to Online Application

Name and Date of birth: must appear exactly as they do on your passport. Please take time to check the spelling and lay-out.
Contact Details: Correspondence address. All contact relevant to your application will be sent to this address including the offer letter(s). If your address changes, please contact us as soon as possible.
Choice of course: Please select carefully the course you want to study. As your application will be sent to the admissions committee for each course you select it is important to consider at this stage why you are interested in the course and that it is reflected in your application.
Proposed date of entry: Please state your preferred start date including the month and the year. Taught masters degrees tend to begin in September. Research degrees may start in any month.
Education and Qualifications: Please complete this section as fully as possible indicating any relevant Higher Education qualifications starting with the most recent. Complete the name of the Institution (s) as it appears on the degree certificate or transcript.
English Language Proficiency: Please state the date of any English language test taken (or to be taken) and the award date (or expected award date if known).
Employment and Experience: Please complete this section as fully as possible with all employments relevant to your course. Additional details may be attached in your personal statement/proposal where appropriate.
References: Please provide the names and contact details of two academic references. Where applicable one of these references may be from your current employer. References should be completed on letter headed paper and uploaded on to your application.

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