The MSc Substance Use at the University of Stirling is designed for professionals and graduates seeking to deepen their expertise in a field critical to public health and social welfare. You will explore the complex theories, comparative policies, and evidence-based interventions surrounding drug and alcohol use, equipping you to address significant societal challenges. This postgraduate degree offers an interdisciplinary perspective, enabling you to understand substance use within broader contexts such as criminal justice, housing, and public health practice. If you are driven to make a tangible impact in support and research roles, this course provides the advanced knowledge and analytical skills required.
You will study this Masters Degree online and part-time over two years, allowing you to balance your professional development with existing commitments. The curriculum includes compulsory modules like 'Drug Use: Theories and Comparative Policies' and 'Alcohol Use: Policies and Interventions', alongside a range of optional modules such as 'Quantitative Research Methods' and 'Health Promotion & Behaviour Change'. Throughout your studies, you will develop crucial research methods and policy analysis skills, culminating in a significant dissertation. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for advanced roles in substance use services, policy development, and research across the UK and internationally.