University of West London, the United Kingdom
University of West London| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | Mixed-mode | 18 months | September | find out | find out |
Course summary
This is a BSc (Hons) top up, so students enter only at Level 6, or the final year of a BSc.
Overview
The course will give you a comprehensive insight into various aspects of substance use and misuse ranging from:
Why choose this course?
We aim at bridging the gap between theory, research and practice. The course has a strong applied focus and keeps on-going links with the field. Teaching includes a variety of strategies, including on-line activities, theatre techniques, group discussions and interactive tasks.
A range of guest speakers contribute to the sessions, ranging from researchers, service users and practitioners; most importantly, during the course you will have the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas practitioners working in a variety of sectors.
The overall aim is to offer a course which is current and relevant for practitioners working in contact with clients with substance misuse problems. The modules are designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, whilst maintaining a high academic standard.
The course is affiliated with the Federation of Drug and Alcohol Services and is mapped against the Drug and Alcohol Occupational Standards.
Career and study progression
This degree will prepare you for a career specialising insubstance misuse preparing you for roles in a variety of sectors, including:
You may also wish to undertake postgraduate study to specialise in a subject you've already studied, or to explore something new.
For more details, please see the Career and study progression section.
Other options available for BSc (Hons) Substance Use and Misuse (Top-up)
Fees
Fees for home and EU students
Main feeFees for our 2018 courses have not yet been released.Funding
Help with funding is available to a range of students, whether you are studying full or part-time, in your home country or overseas.
You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees or a maintenance loan to support you during your studies. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependants, disabled students and more. Find out more about applying for student loans and other funding options.
We also offer a range of scholarships and bursaries to help you. Current scholarships include:
Other scholarships are also available, including awards for specific subjects. Find out more and check your eligibility for the scholarships and bursaries listed above.
Please note fees are paid for each year of study unless otherwise stated. You will be required to re-enrol and pay fees at the beginning of each academic year. Fees may be subject to government regulations on fee increases. Future inflationary increases will be applied to each subsequent year of the course, subject to government regulations on fee increases.
Contact University of West London to find course entry requirements.
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