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Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Certificate
Duration 6 months (part-time equiv.
SATAC Code 3GC012
2012
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
This program has been designed to assist professionals in the addiction field to better understand drugs, addiction processes and treatment options. It provides understanding of biological processes at an advanced level useful to for example medical practitioners, nurses, psychologists, social workers, pharmacists, educators, law enforcement officers, counsellors, project officers.
The program is offered only via distance education, on a part-time basis. There is no requirement to attend classes or examinations at the University. The program is therefore ideally suited to those who wish to study whilst continuing their regular work commitments. We encourage a steady study pace with regular assignments and group discussions to which you have to contribute.
Students participate in online group discussions and also receive online access to a complete guide to learning for each course, journal articles, book chapters, audio and video lectures, notes and other resource materials necessary for study by distance education. Students communicate with teaching staff and program administrators via online education services and email.
Dr Femke Buisman-Pijlman will be your program coordinator for this program. She has been awarded several teaching awards for her skills in facilitating distance education, like the South Australian Early Career Science Educator of the Year - Tertiary Education 2012. She is passionate about teaching and helping you meet your learning goals and ambitions in the addiction field.
- Program Structure
Students complete 2 core courses in Alcohol and Drug Studies.
- Assessment
Online tests, discussion forums, assignments, written exams.
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3GC012 Tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $8,500 for 6 monthsMid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3GC012International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info] Tuition fee International student place: $8,500 for 6 months Mid-year entry? Yes CRICOS 999999A Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Relevant postgraduate degree or professional bachelor degree with a high credit average.Equivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting6.56666How to Apply
For??information on how to??apply for this program please visit: http://health.adelaide.edu.au/school_medsci/research/pharmacology/courseworkinfo.html. This is an External program and is only available to applicants who do not require a student visa.International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Tuition fee International student place: $8,500 for 6 months Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Core Courses - 2 courses
- PHARM 7011EX Drug Effects and Biology of Addiction
- PHARM 7012EX Pharmacotherapy and other responses to drug problems
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Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
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Last updated: Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013
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