Msc Applied Psychology (Addictions)

The MSc Applied Psychology in Addictions is a postgraduate course offered by the University of Salford. The course comprehensively covers the subject matter of addictions in a way that has relevance to professional and personal circumstances. It provides the foundation for conducting research in addiction and equips students with the knowledge to deal with the challenges posed by addictions to illicit and prescription drugs, and alcohol, among others.Course Content: The course is divided into three core modules, with students having the option of completing a research-orientated project or a practical-focused on-the-job placement. The topic areas covered include psychological theories of addiction, theories and models of treatment, and the practical application of those theories and models. Students will also study the factors that contribute to addiction, like neurobiology, sociocultural factors, and co-existing mental health conditions.Key Modules: The key modules in this course include Understanding Addictions, Treatment of Addictions, Co-existing problems and Peer Support and Group Work Theory and Skills Practice. Accreditations: The course is approved by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for the purposes of eligibility to apply for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of a second class honours degree is achieved and the empirical project is passed.Future Careers: The course prepares students for a wide variety of careers. You can become an addictions specialist working in health and social care or a researcher contemplating the impact of addictions. It also prepares you for health promotion work or for roles in the criminal justice system where you may support the rehabilitation of offenders.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.