Program Overview
The Mental Health and Substance Use (Dual Diagnosis) at Middlesex University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. 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 medicine & health sciences. 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 Mental Health and Substance Use (Dual Diagnosis) 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Mental Health and Substance Use (Dual Diagnosis) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Leading and Developing for Public and Community services
- Service Development and Quality Improvement
- Social Research Methods
- Advanced Practitioner Enquiry
- Dissertation
- Negotiated Work based learning project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Qualifications
- An upper second (2:2) honours degree or above, or equivalent in mental health or addictions or a related subject area
- A minimum of two years experience in the mental health or addiction fields if holding a professional qualification in nursing, social work or allied discipline
- A professional qualification (e.g. medicine, nursing, social work, psychology or an allied discipline)
- Recent post-qualification experience of working with service users with mental health and substance use issues
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Middlesex University
Middlesex University
London, United Kingdom
Middlesex University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 2 years (part-time)
