Overview

The Mental Health and Addiction Studies (Distance Education) programme offered by Middlesex University is for those who want to expand their knowledge and understanding of issues relating to substance use and mental health, including policies, practice and interventions. It's relevant for those who are working in, associated with, considering a career or preparing to enter this field. You will be able to develop your career in practice, policy and research, and have the option to continue studies at doctoral level.

Career Paths

The course will be a valuable asset in developing and furthering a career in the drug and alcohol and/or mental health field within the UK or abroad.

There are a number of career options within public services and non-governmental organisations, and the MSc will enhance employment opportunities across the field, including, drug and alcohol services, the criminal justice system, the housing/homeless sector, health and social care and charitable sectors. Students may choose to undertake doctoral-level study. Eligible students could take the Advance Clinical Practitioner (ACP) programme.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Mental Health Awareness: Prevention & Recovery
Physical Assessment Skills for Mental Health Professionals
Planning & Delivering Care Practice
Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
Social Inclusion & Recovery in Mental Health

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00

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More details

They recommend applying as early as possible for your chosen postgraduate course. You can submit your application before you receive your final qualification.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A honours degree (2:2 or above) in any discipline.
Exceptionally, students who do not have a degree but can provide evidence of their ability to study at Masters level may be considered.
All applicants have the option of going through the RPL process (recognition of Prior Learning) through Middlesex University, as part of the recruitment and selection process. Students who meet the RPL criteria can carry forward a maximum of 60 credits at level 7 into the MSc.
Applicants who undertake WBH4760: Advanced Work Based Project should be working in an appropriate environment to be able to complete the project.
All applicants whose first language is not English are expected to demonstrate their English Language capability at the level required for postgraduate study (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent).

Tuition Fees

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11340 GBP / year

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6210 GBP / year

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