Addictions MSc

King's College London, University of London

Addiction is a leading preventable cause of disease and early death. Explore the latest biology, psychology, and socio-environmental insights behind this complex subject. Gain clinical, public health and policy perspectives from experts at King's and our partners. Then see how the theory applies to practice with hands-on classes and a week-long placement. Join a small, diverse cohort of students from the UK and across the world. Our students include recent graduates and mid-career professionals from psychology, medicine, law, journalism, policy and beyond. Despite this wide range of backgrounds and career ambitions, everyone in this interdisciplinary community is focused on making a meaningful impact in treatment services, research, and national or international policy. This course is eligible for various scholarships and a bursary from the Society for the Student of Addiction. See the Fees tab for more information. Key benefits Gain practical experience assessing patients in simulations, gaining skills like administering antidotes, and undertaking a placement in a treatment service. Learn to drive evidence-based prevention and treatment practices, translate research into policy, and communicate effectively to decision-makers. Discover the latest research with practising clinicians, researchers and guest contributors from government and charities. Use this course as an introduction to the topic or to build on previous experience, whether you’re a nurse, youth counsellor, psychology graduate or from a completely different field.