Liverpool ,
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Type
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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Public Health (Addictions) in Liverpool United Kingdom | Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University
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Liverpool United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,750
(c. USD23,717.02)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
LJMU's Public Health Institute offers this MSc in Public Health Addictions, which analyzes the scientific evidence surrounding addiction-related harms and risk reduction strategies.
Pursue this innovative program, the only one of its kind in the northwest region
Investigate research-backed approaches to addressing addiction risks and implementing harm reduction policies
Engage with curriculum content shaped by cutting-edge studies in alcohol and drug dependency
Access mentorship and assistance for practical placement experiences
As one of few UK programs focusing on this approach, Public Health (Addictions) shifts perspective from viewing addiction purely as individual behavior to examining its broader societal and political dimensions. Addiction remains a critical public health issue globally, creating significant impacts for individuals, families, and communities.
This Public Health (Addiction) MSc program draws upon the Public Health Institute's comprehensive research in substance use, including original studies, program evaluations, systematic reviews, and data analysis. The diverse student body includes professionals from healthcare, social sciences, and addiction support services.
Start date(s): September
Study mode: Full-time
Program length: 1 year
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Standard entry Applicants are normally required to possess a good honours degree normally a minimum grade 2-2 in any related health or social science discipline Nonstandard entry For applicants not in possession of a good honours degree the programme leader will take into account relevant professional qualifications eg Nursing Registration Qualification in Social Work Environmental Health qualification and experience Any participant who does not have a first degree must satisfy the programme team of their ability to study at Masters level through presentation of a strong portfolio to demonstrate appropriate equivalent skills in the work place For these applicants individual assessments of their suitability for post graduate level study will be arranged and conducted by the programme team The team may require evidence to be submitted as part of the assessment process eg a portfolio of written and other work papers presented at conferences publications reports and research proposals RPL The programme welcomes students with both prior certificated learning and or application for experiential learning credits Prior learning will be mapped against the programme andor module outcomes on a case by case basis
Standard entry Applicants are normally required to possess a good honours degree minimum grade 2-2 in any related health or social science discipline Will normally require to have achieved an IELTs score of a minimum 6.5 or equivalent
Standard entry Applicants are normally required to possess a good honours degree minimum grade 2-2 in any related health or social science discipline Will normally require to have achieved an IELTs score of a minimum 6.5 or equivalent
Tuition
GBP
17,750