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300383 v.2 Addiction Studies Stream (PG Dip Hlth Scs)



Introduction

This stream is open to a wide range of occupational groups including those individuals whose work involves professional practice, research and policy development, administration and program supervision in areas associated with substance use and abuse. Itaims to enhance understanding about addiction behaviour and, to enhance skills in management and prevention of problems related to substance abuse. The School of Psychology teaches addition studies units.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

   
13152 v.2   Health Research Methods 681 4.0 25.0
13154 v.2   Health Care Systems 681 3.0 25.0
      OR    
13230 v.2   Foundations of Public Health 681 3.0 25.0
5941 v.6   Addiction Studies 501 4.0 25.0
5945 v.5   Addiction Studies 503 4.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

   
5943 v.5   Addiction Studies 502 4.0 25.0
6103 v.7   Epidemiology and Biostatistics 582 4.0 25.0
      SELECT 1 ELECTIVE   25.0
      SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
4712 v.3   Qualitative Methods in Health Research 582 4.0 25.0
13626 v.2   Health, Stress and the Management Environment 682 3.0 25.0
           
# Students may choose an elective in consultation with the course coordinator.
           

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