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Master of Science in Addiction Studies M.ScAS
2009

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1 year (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Masters by Coursework

Program Outline

In addition to the programs above we will be offering a new on-line program, Master of Science in Addiction Studies, an international program to be jointly provided by 3 universities (The University of Adelaide, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA and King’s College, London, UK).

It will provide students with a broad educational experience covering the scientific basis of addiction, comparative epidemiology, evidence-based interventions, research methodology and addictions policy. Using distance learning methods, this program will provide scientifically-grounded instruction taught by the world’s top addiction scientists and practitioners (a range of internationally recognised specialists will give lectures on specific topics). The aim of the program is to develop professionals who are highly prepared to assume leadership roles in the addictions field throughout the world.

Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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Annual tuition fees ?
Australian Full-fee place: $25,832
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.

How to Apply ?

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

IELTS Total 6.5 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,832
Mid-year entry? No
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?

Relevant postgraduate degree, or professional Bachelor's degree with high level of academic achievement

Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6.5
6
6
6
6

How to Apply ?

See the Faculty of Health Sciences

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $25,832
Mid-year entry? No
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
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Last updated: Monday, 3 Aug 2009

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