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MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
University of Salford

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QualificationMaster of Science - MSc
LocationUniversity of Salford - Peel Park Campus
Study modeFull Time
Start dateSep 2026
Duration1 Year
QualificationMaster of Science - MSc
LocationFrederick Road campus
Study modeFull Time
Start dateSep 2027
Duration1 Year
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Master of Science - MSc

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University of Salford - Peel Park Campus

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Full Time

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Sep 2026

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This course will equip you with valuable insights into topics including the psycho-pharmacology of addiction, the recent interest in addictive behaviours and the wide-ranging implications of addiction for society. You'll find the course particularly relevant if you are working in the NHS or healthcare independent sector, including addiction clinics, and want to develop your knowledge and understanding of substance misuse and dependence, and other addictive behaviours. You will: Gain knowledge and understanding of drug use and addiction relevant to a range of roles and environments. Have the ability to focus on your own interests for the dissertation. Focus on the application of theory and skills and learn how to transfer this to the workplace.

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WUSCA Student ranking
35th/91
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Complete University Guide ranking
66th
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Complete University Guide Psychology ranking
83rd
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What students say
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Tania Goddard
University of Salford
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
I am a PhD student studying psychology and law and the department and support for FASD is fantastic. I have all the support I need from an academic point of view it feels like I am in a family. The doctoral hub has been supportive and is listening to ways it can be improved.
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University of Salford
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
personally I travel here from a local district Anyone living on campus shoud check out the societys clubs and groups, there are lots of them going on offering a whole range of different activities for different interest groups and it is a good way to meet new friends. overall positive experience for me
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Student Reviewer
University of Salford
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
Take opportunities available to you. You should definitely join at least one society that you are passionate about and develop your talents. Also do not forget to have some 'me' time too and just to take some time to just relax and not worry about anything, this way you will find it a lot less stressful
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Student Reviewer
University of Salford
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
the uni is really good, the campus is getting done up at the minute whdich is exciting, I really like my course the lecturers are really nice and approachable, I think that my job prospects are going to be really good once I graduate and am looking forward to finding a job in my field
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Student Reviewer
University of Salford
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
my advice would be that you choul d be prepared to read outside of your lectures and get ready for a shock in the change forom college/sixth form to uni, it is completely different, you are much more responsible for your own learning an dcould easily fall behind if you do not keep up
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£9,360 per year
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Student Reviewer
University of Salford
Reviewed: 04/04/14
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
it is a great uni if you want to feel inculeded and supported it is a smaller uni which allows lecturers to take more notice of you as an individual , lots of facilities for yoru needs emotionally and academically. Manchester is right on the doorstep too from a social side of things
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Student Reviewer
University of Salford
Reviewed: 04/04/14
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
my advice would be that you choul d be prepared to read outside of your lectures and get ready for a shock in the change forom college/sixth form to uni, it is completely different, you are much more responsible for your own learning an dcould easily fall behind if you do not keep up
Read full review
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Student Reviewer
University of Salford
Reviewed: 04/04/14
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
the uni is really good, the campus is getting done up at the minute whdich is exciting, I really like my course the lecturers are really nice and approachable, I think that my job prospects are going to be really good once I graduate and am looking forward to finding a job in my field
Read full review
A
Student Reviewer
University of Salford
Reviewed: 04/04/14
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
Take opportunities available to you. You should definitely join at least one society that you are passionate about and develop your talents. Also do not forget to have some 'me' time too and just to take some time to just relax and not worry about anything, this way you will find it a lot less stressful
Read full review
A
Student Reviewer
University of Salford
Reviewed: 04/04/14
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
personally I travel here from a local district Anyone living on campus shoud check out the societys clubs and groups, there are lots of them going on offering a whole range of different activities for different interest groups and it is a good way to meet new friends. overall positive experience for me
Read full review
TG
Tania Goddard
University of Salford
Reviewed: 31/01/24
MSc/PgDip/PgCert Applied Psychology (Addictions)
I am a PhD student studying psychology and law and the department and support for FASD is fantastic. I have all the support I need from an academic point of view it feels like I am in a family. The doctoral hub has been supportive and is listening to ways it can be improved.
Read full review
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University of Salford

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Nearest tube station:Chesham 87.8 miles away
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