Mental Health and Wellbeing
Graduate Diploma in International Addiction Studies
- Domestic
- International
About Degree
Join world leaders in addiction prevention
Our Graduate Diploma in International Addiction Studies is a unique online program. It provides a deep understanding current issues, treatments and controversies in the global drug addiction field.
The course is delivered online through three of the world’s leading universities in addiction sciences: The University of APSB; Virginia Commonwealth University; and the Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London. On completion of the degree, you’ll be recognised as a graduate of all three universities.
What will you do?
You can study from anywhere in the world as you:
- explore all aspects of addiction—from pharmacological and psychosocial treatments to public health and policy
- work through forward-thinking lectures, readings and modules
- learn from world experts in addiction
- access multiple libraries and resources
- develop international networks.
If you’re interested in completing an original research project in the field, you can also check out our Master of Science in Addiction Studies. We accept applications until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. For more information, including admissions criteria, application forms, curriculum outline and tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu
Where could it take you?
This diploma will be beneficial in a range of professions that interact with addiction. Maybe you’re in law enforcement or social work and want to support changes in your community. Perhaps you’re a counsellor looking to take on a specialised role in addiction. You might be a research scientist or a public health graduate pursuing innovation and policy changes.
Entry Requirements
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
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| Intake | February and July |
| Prerequisites | All applicants must meet the following requirements as set out by VCU at www.ipas.vcu.edu . ? US students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study. Students from outside the US must have completed an honours degree (level 2A or 1) or professional bachelor degree in an appropriate field of study at a recognised tertiary institution ? 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. For information about tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu Please note that FEE-HELP is not currently available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are also available for this degree. Please visit www.ipas.vcu.edu for more information. |
| Additional Entry Requirements | Applications are accepted until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. This degree is available online ONLY. All applications are handled through our partner institution, VCU. To apply, please visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu/ . |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A relevant 4 year undergraduate degree with a high level of academic achievement. |
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International applicants
| CRICOS | Available to non-student visa holder ONLY. |
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| Intake | February and July |
| Australian Year 12 | All applicants must meet the following requirements as set out by VCU at www.ipas.vcu.edu . ? US students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study. Students from outside the US must have completed an honours degree (level 2A or 1) or professional bachelor degree in an appropriate field of study at a recognised tertiary institution ? 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. For information about tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu Please note that FEE-HELP is not currently available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are also available for this degree. Please visit www.ipas.vcu.edu for more information. |
| Additional Entry Requirements | Applications are accepted until 1 July and classes commence in August of each academic year. This degree is available online ONLY. |
Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
| Australian Year 12 | Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject | ||||||||||||
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| Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements | A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements | ||||||||||||
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
| Tertiary Qualifications | All applicants must meet the admission entry requirements as set out by VCU at www.ipas.vcu.edu For information about tuition fees, visit: www.ipas.vcu.edu . Please note that FEE-HELP is not available for this degree. Specific merit-based scholarships are available for this degree and please visit www.ipas.vcu.edu for more information. | |
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Fees and Scholarships
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees | Australian Full-fee place |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
International applicants
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
More information on International Student tuition fees.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Potential careers
Mental Health Worker, Counsellor
Degree Structure
- PHARM 7520EX Addiction Policies (VCU)
- PHARM 7518EX Treatment of Addiction: Psychosocial Interventions (KCL)
- PHARM 7516EX Public Health Issues and Approaches to Addiction (VCU)
- PHARM 7519EX Treatment of Addiction: Critical Issues (KCL)
- PHARM 7515EX Biological Basis of Addiction (UA)
- PHARM 7517EX Treatment of Addiction: Pharmacotherapies (UA)
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
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Assessment
The assessments provide students with opportunity to train their academic writing skills, skills in collaborative working, critical appraisal and testing their knowledge base.
