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Stellenbosch University

Master of Philosophy in Addiction Psychiatry

The Master of Philosophy in Addiction Psychiatry in Health Professions is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Master of Philosophy in Addiction Psychiatry offered by Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

The teaching and learning strategy in each module is determined by the nature of the subject. Modules are presented within the framework of a student-centred approach with the purpose of stimulating critical thinking. The programme uses didactical methods, interactive learning, group sessions and supervised clinical work. Independent learning is encouraged. The research assignment is completed under the guidance of a supervisor.

Programme content

First year

Ethics of Addiction (5)
Assessment of Substance Misuse (10)
Clinical Addiction Psychiatry (70)
Neurobiology of Chemical Addiction (5)

Second year

Service Management (5)
Pharmacology of Chemical Dependence (5)
Research Methodology (5)
Public Health Approach to Addiction (5)
Psychosocial Interventions (10)
Research Assignment (60) *
* The research assignment is completed over the course of the two years.

Assessment and examination

• Flexible assessment is applicable to all modules and you must pass each module with a minimum mark of 50%.
• You must submit a satisfactory research assignment demonstrating your ability to conduct an independent scientific investigation, to interpret the results and to make deductions from the results.
• The research assignment is assessed according to the guidelines of Stellenbosch University and a minimum of 50% must be achieved to pass the research thesis.
• The final mark is calculated according to the credit weights of the individual modules.
• You must obtain a final mark of at least 50% to pass the programme.