Queen's University Belfast

Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders PgDip

Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

The Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders programme responds to the needs of its students with updated, current and evidence-based information which will enhance their PG educational experience through vibrant and interactive learning pathways. Professional Development For all multi-disciplinary students, the programmes offer relevant CPD opportunities as well as recognised qualifications accredited by the University which will augment their professional development and enhance the development of further opportunities in their chosen field of practice. For Social Work students only, the Diploma will meet a number of the professional requirements in the Leadership category in the Professional in Practice framework.

For all students, the programme provides the opportunity to enhance special dual diagnosis skills within a multi-disciplinary teaching environment.

Key highlights

  • Evidence-based, up-to-date content delivered through interactive learning pathways
  • Offers CPD opportunities for multi-disciplinary practitioners
  • Meets Leadership requirements in the Professional in Practice framework for social workers
  • Develops specialist dual diagnosis skills
  • Taught in a multi-disciplinary learning environment

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — 2.2

Scholarships

  • International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

    Year one award of between £2000 and £5000.

    Up to £2,000
  • The Burdett Trust MSc Nursing Scholarships

    For Home Students: Tuition fees £7,665 Stipend £10,250. For International Students: Tuition fees £24,295 Stipend £17,000

  • Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Postgraduate Taught

    Value: 50% of tuition fees paid for up to a maximum of two years.

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Addiction counsellor
  • Substance misuse worker
  • Social worker (substance use specialism)
  • Mental health practitioner
  • Drug and alcohol services manager
  • Dual diagnosis practitioner

Cost of study

UK/Home: £5,133 (NI/ROI), £6,933 (GB) | International: £15,333

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Queen's University Belfast, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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