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Overview
Upon completion of this Substance Use in a Contemporary World course at the University of Glasgow, you will be able to:
- Think critically, analytically, reflexively and creatively about theoretical approaches for understanding substance use and apply this learning to unpack and explore current issues around drug and alcohol use;
- Solve problems and formulate evidence-based opinions through engaging with course material;
- Articulate and debate your opinions on the subject matter in a respectful way.
Career prospects
This course is designed to equip learners with skills to progress into the following roles and industries:
- Health and social care
- Education
- Social work
- Policing and law enforcement
- Third sector
- Advocacy work
- Public sector policymaking and research
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Substance Use & Stigma
- Understanding Substance Use Problems
- Early Theories of Substance Use
- Social & Biopsychosocial Understandings of Substance Use
- Changing Patterns in Substance Use
- Exploring Recovery & Harm Reduction
- Harm to Others & Radical Solutions
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
10 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Psychology View 100 other Short Courses in Psychology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- It is suggested that learners on this course are educated to at least Undergraduate level and have an IELTS equivalent of 6.5. Learners will not be asked to prove their academic or professional history.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
- You are eligible for a fully funded place on this course if you are Scottish-domiciled and/or work for an organisation based in Scotland.
Funding
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