MSc Mental Health and Substance Use Dual Diagnosis

The MSc Mental Health and Substance Use (Dual Diagnosis) programme focuses on equipping students with expertise in the interconnected fields of mental health, substance use, and addiction. It equips students with professional skills in critical analysis, research, leadership, and policy development applicable to practice and service enhancement in these fields, both nationally and internationally.

Students are allowed to choose to finish either a literature-based dissertation or a work-based project. This course is an advantage for those aspiring to or engaged in roles across mental health services, social care, criminal justice, government agencies, youth work, and allied professions. However, this course does not lead to registration as a mental health nurse or practitioner.

Middlesex University is situated in London, UK, and offers a wide range of programmes that focus on professional development and applied research. The Faculty of Medical Sciences offers this master's programme, and this ensures a solid academic foundation complemented by practical relevance to health and social care sectors.

The entry requirements for international students are:

Grade Requirements:

• A current honours degree, usually at a UK second-class honours level or equivalent.

English Proficiency:

• An overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no score below 6.0.

The tuition fee for the MSc Mental Health and Substance Use (Dual Diagnosis) course at MDX is £8,790 per year.

Middlesex University provides different scholarships for international students, such as:

• The International Excellence Scholarship. This offers partial tuition fee discounts for students.
• Specific awards by faculty for health and social sciences students.
• Students from underrepresented countries or specific regions also receive available support. This encourages global participation in health-related studies.

MSc Mental Health and Substance Use (Dual Diagnosis) graduates can pursue careers in areas including:

• Mental Health & Substance Use Specialist
• Substance Use Counsellor
• Researcher
• Addiction Therapist
• Social worker.

Applicants are required to submit an online application through the university's website. For better understanding and a smooth process, contact an AHZ counsellor.