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Graduate Certificate in International Addiction Studies Mid-Year Entry

Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Certificate
Duration 1 year full-time
or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code N/A
CRICOS N/A

Join world leaders in addiction prevention

Our Graduate Certificate in International Addiction Studies is a unique online program. It provides a broad understanding of drug addiction and deep insights into international research in the field.

The course is delivered online through three of the world’s leading universities in addiction sciences: The University of Adelaide; Virginia Commonwealth University; and the Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London. On completion of the degree, you’ll be recognised as a graduate of all three universities. 

What will you do?

You can study from anywhere in the world as you:

  • cover the essential areas of addiction science in three core courses
  • work through forward-thinking lectures, readings and modules
  • access multiple libraries and resources
  • develop international networks.

We accept applications until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. For more information, including admissions criteria, application forms, curriculum outline and tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu

Where could it take you?

This certificate will be beneficial in a range of professions that interact with addiction. Maybe you’re in law enforcement or social work and want to support changes in your community. Perhaps you’re a counsellor looking to take on a specialised role in addiction. You might be a research scientist or a public health graduate pursuing innovation and policy changes. 

  • Entry Requirements

    For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

    For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2021 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely for most programs. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses. Please refer to the COVID-19 FAQ page for a list of programs where in-person attendance is required.

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
    I am a:

    Domestic applicants

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    Deferment Yes - 2 year
    Intake February and July
    Enquiries Future Students team

    Selection Criteria
    Graduate entry

    Prerequisites All applicants must meet the following requirements as set out by VCU at www.ipas.vcu.edu ? US students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study. Students from outside the US must have completed an honours degree (level 2A or 1) or professional bachelor degree in an appropriate field of study at a recognised tertiary institution ? Students must have a high level of proficiency in English, demonstrated by completion of a university qualification study in the English language, or by meeting one of the following English language requirements: an IELTS score of 7.0, a TOEFL score of 600 (paper based) or 250 (computer based) ? Students must have good academic references ? Students must have access to reliable internet and be computer literate. For information about tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu. Please note that FEE-HELP is not currently available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are also available for this degree. Please visit www.ipas.vcu.edu for more information.
    Additional Entry Requirements
    Applications are accepted until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. This degree is available online ONLY. All applications are handled through our partner institution, VCU. To apply, please visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu.
    Higher Education Study A relevant 4 year undergraduate degree with a high level of academic achievement.
    How to Apply

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant?

    CRICOS Available to non-student visa holder ONLY.
    Intake February and July
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements
    Australian Year 12 Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide
    IELTS Overall 7 Reading 7 Listening 7 Speaking 7 Writing 7
    TOEFL Overall 94 Reading 24 Listening 24 Speaking 23 Writing 27
    Pearson Overall 65 Reading 65 Listening 65 Speaking 65 Writing 65
    C1 Advanced Overall 185 Reading 185 Listening 185 Speaking 185 Writing 185
    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements
    More Information
    Tertiary Qualifications All applicants must meet the admission entry requirements as set out by VCU at www.ipas.vcu.edu For information about tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu. Please note that FEE-HELP is not available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are available for this degree and please visit www.ipas.vcu.edu for more information
    Prerequisites
    Australian Year 12 All applicants must meet the following requirements as set out by VCU at www.ipas.vcu.edu ? US students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study. Students from outside the US must have completed an honours degree (level 2A or 1) or professional bachelor degree in an appropriate field of study at a recognised tertiary institution ? Students must have a high level of proficiency in English, demonstrated by completion of a university qualification study in the English language, or by meeting one of the following English language requirements: an IELTS score of 7.0, a TOEFL score of 600 (paper based) or 250 (computer based) ? Students must have good academic references ? Students must have access to reliable internet and be computer literate. For information about tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu. Please note that FEE-HELP is not currently available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are also available for this degree. Please visit www.ipas.vcu.edu for more information.
    Additional Entry Requirements
    Applications are accepted until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. This degree is available online ONLY.

    How to Apply
    All applications are handled through our partner institution, VCU. To apply please visit: www.ipad.vcu.edu/apply-now

  • Fees and Scholarships

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

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    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Australian Full-fee place

    International applicants

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    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.

    Find a Scholarship.

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  • Study Overseas

    A Study Overseas experience is an integral component to your academic journey at The University of Adelaide. The university is committed to offering its students the opportunity to study overseas through a range of degrees offered via Study Overseas, including student exchange, study tours, short study degrees, internships and placements. There are many exciting opportunities in Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania ranging from a few weeks to a full academic year.

    To find available opportunities visit Study Overseas.

    Study Overseas Experience

    The degree offers students an international perspective on the problems surrounding drug and alcohol use, and responses to manage these problems. This degree is taught by global leaders in the field and attracts the best students from around the world, providing a multicultural learning experience.

  • Degree Structure
    The proposed program is nested within the existing Master of Science in Addiction Studies which has been taught since 2008 and is jointly offered with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU, USA) and King’s College London (KCL, UK).

    The Graduate Certificate will have three 4-unit courses, one taught by each university.
    - PHARM 7515EX Biological Basis of Addiction (UA)
    - PHARM 7518EX Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions (KCL)
    - PHARM 7516EX Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction (VCU)

    Academic Program Rules

    The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

    Example Study Plan

    Level I
    • PHARM 7516EX Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction (VCU)
    • PHARM 7518EX Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions (KCL)
    • PHARM 7515EX Biological Basis of Addiction (UA)

    Assessment

    We use formative and summative assessment tools:
    - Formative assessments: for example, non-graded assignments or online self-assessment quizzes that can help students check their understanding and progress.
    - Summative assessments:  include assignments, essays, discussion board contributions, presentations and supervised exams. These assessments are specifically linked to the course objectives, such as improving academic writing and critical appraisal skills, checking knowledge and understanding, and developing skills in interpreting research findings and using them to improve practise.

    The assessments provide students with opportunity to train their academic writing skills, skills in collaborative working, critical appraisal and testing their knowledge base.

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  • Further Information

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Last updated: Wednesday, 25 Nov 2020