International Programme in Addiction Studies
King's College LondonProgram Overview
The International Programme in Addiction Studies at King's College London is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Programme in Addiction Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- Tuition: USD 32,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Programme in Addiction Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Biological Basis of Addictions
- Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction
- Treatment of Addiction: Pharmacotherapies
- Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions
- Treatment of Addiction: Critical Issues
- Addiction Policy
- Research Project in the Addictions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students from outside the US must have qualified for an honours degree (level 2A or 1) or professional bachelor degree in an appropriate field of study at a recognised tertiary institution, or have a bachelors degree plus at least five years related professional work experience. US students should have completed a 4-year bachelor\'s degree in an appropriate field of study.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
English language requirements
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
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 32,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: USD 32,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact King's College London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About King's College London
King's College London
London, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
