Overview

Throughout the Alcohol and Drug Studies (Online) course from Adelaide University you will take specialised courses that investigate the biological basis of addiction – learning how drugs affect the body and behaviour and the effects of their use. You will unpack the biological, psychological and social factors that can contribute towards somebody developing a substance use disorder. You’ll also explore a range of evidence-based approaches to treatment of addiction including pharmacotherapies, psychological therapies, harm reduction strategies and education.

In total, you’ll complete two core courses:

Drug effects and biology of addiction
Pharmacotherapy and other responses to drug problems.

You’ll graduate with an advanced knowledge of substance use issues and the ways in which addiction can be managed.

This degree can be studied mostly online, however it may also have some on-campus and/or in-person requirements you will need to complete for accreditation purposes. This may include in-person intensive classes, workshops or professional placements.

Career opportunities:

You’ll graduate with the knowledge to pursue more specialised addiction treatment roles in your current field.

Maybe you’ll advise on national policy or advance your knowledge further through public health research. As a counsellor, you might apply your knowledge of evidence-based support models to run support groups for at-risk client populations. Perhaps you’re already a social worker and can use your knowledge of harm reduction approaches to encourage safer behaviours and connect clients managing addiction with healthcare services.

Professionals with specialised knowledge of substance use issues and addiction can be found working in a wide range of industries, including:

Community and social services
Health communications
Healthcare
Law enforcement and corrections
Non-profit organisations
Occupational health services
Public health
Research
Training and development
Hospitality.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drug Effects and Biology of Addiction
Pharmacotherapy and other responses to drug problems

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Gawler, Australia

Disciplines

Pharmacology

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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

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 04249J

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirement and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

30300 AUD / year

≈ 30300 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

28500 AUD / year

≈ 28500 AUD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Alcohol and Drug Studies (Online).

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