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PGCert Psychedelics: Mind, Medicine, and Culture (Online)

PGCert Psychedelics: Mind, Medicine, and Culture (Online)

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Study mode

Online

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Medicine (General) Cultural Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

  • Enrol in the UK's first academically certified programme in the psychedelics field.
  • Be taught by world-leading academics at the forefront of psychedelic research.
  • Enhance your knowledge and understanding of key theories and approaches in psychedelics involving both science and philosophy.
  • Learn about psychological therapy, neuroscience, ethics, metaphysics, and research methods which are key components of psychedelic therapist training.

Careers

This course opens doors to a wide array of exciting career opportunities. As the UK's first academically certified programme in the psychedelics field, the course will equip you with the knowledge and skillset to help you stand out from the crowd in this rapidly growing sector.

The PGCert will be beneficial to aspiring psychedelic-assisted psychotherapists, practitioners wishing to upskill, or individuals with an interest in psychedelic research who are looking to continue their studies.

Career support

At the University of Exeter, we have an excellent reputation among recruiters and our students compete very successfully in the job market. The dedicated Career Zone offers careers training, events, advice and mentoring to ensure you have the tools you need to succeed in finding employment in your chosen field. Studying with us not only advances your knowledge but also empowers you for a successful future.

Modules

You will be introduced to the innumerable recent neuroscientific studies tracing the myriad effects that psychedelic substances have upon the brain thereby informing potential therapeutic use as well as providing glimpses into the relations between brain and consciousness. Science does not operate in isolation, but rather within a global network of cultures and peoples, the interaction of which brings up ethical issues relating to psychedelic use. You will gain an enlarged comprehension of such issues by studying the ethics of decolonization, laws, patents, ecology, feminism, notions of cognitive liberty, stigma, nihilism, alienation, and meaning amongst other pressing ethical issues pertaining to the present psychedelic renewal.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£4,200

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£4,200

Entry requirements

We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree in any subject. Applications from candidates who have relevant professional or practical experience will also be considered.