Addictions Research

King's College London

Master

In London

higher than £ 9000

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    London

Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Minimum requirements   

Bachelors degree with 2:1 honours.

A 2:2 degree may be considered only where applicants also offer a Masters with Merit. 


International requirements   Visit our admissions webpages to view our International entry requirements.
English Language requirements  Band D Visit our admissions webpages to view our English language entry requirements.
Non-academic Requirements   Please note that criminal conviction checks may be required before or during this programme of study.

Applicants whose qualifications have been gained outside the UK will be checked by the Admissions Office to establish equivalency with these standards before an offer is sent and applicants will need to demonstrate at interview that their background and experience, general education and scholarship are appropriate. 


Applicants not applying for an advertised studentship must attach confirmation of support from your proposed supervisor to your application.

Application procedure

Application procedure:

Step 1- Finding Supervisors: Firstly, you will need to find supervisors to work with you in this capacity. You can search through our research portal to find supervisors who work in your chosen research area. Applicants are expected to contact academics directly.

Step 2- Arranging funding: Unless you are applying for a studentship or can self-fund your studies, you will need to arrange for funding before you make the application. The following pages are useful:


Funded Research Opportunities

For tips and advice from our students who have been awarded NIHR and MRC Research Training Fellowships, particularly regarding the interview stage click here.

Step 3- Make an online application: Next you need to make your online application here.  This application will be assessed by the Admissions team to assess your references, fee status as well as your eligibility in terms of education and experience.
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Location

Start date

London
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10 Cutcombe Road, SE5 9RJ

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • Team Training
  • International
  • English
  • Access
  • English Language
  • Management
  • Evaluation
  • Project
  • Analytical
  • Behaviour
  • Clinical
  • Research
  • Analysis
  • Professional
  • Developmental

Course programme

Course detail Description

The emphasis of our research is on ‘what works’ in the prevention and treatment of substance-related problems: the NAC represents a network of clinicians, researchers and clinical teachers who have a shared commitment to excellence in prevention and treatment work, and to supporting and strengthening national and international endeavours in this field.

Over the last 40 years, the NAC has developed a body of research evidence that has informed the evidence base for theUK treatment system and development of new treatment services for alcohol, smoking and drug problems. This work ranges from trials of new therapies and preventative treatments to studies seeking to understand the genetic and biological basis of addictive behaviour.


PhD projects are available in areas related to the development and evaluation of new treatments for alcohol, smoking and drug problems and includes studies seeking to understand the underlying psychological and biological bases and change processes of addictive behaviours, as well as policy-driven and workforce development projects and treatment trials.

Professor John Strang who heads the Department is one of the UK’s leading experts in addiction and one of only six Addiction Research scientists outside North America who is listed in

Key Benefits

  • Access to excellence in both applied research and development
  • Interaction with internationally recognised researchers in a wide range of addiction related topics
  • Demonstrated excellence in qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods and trial research methods
  • Strong partnerships with South London and the Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
  • Access to rich and varied clinical populations
  • Access to a wide range of educational resources and training within the department and at the King's level through the Researcher Development Programme

Course study environment

Graduate research students work closely with their supervisors and enjoy regular meetings to discuss their progress. They also liaise with other members of staff with relevant research interests and are encouraged to attend and participate in departmental research presentations and other Institute seminars. There is a full induction for new graduate students on commencing their studies. Each full-time graduate research student is allocated their own workspace at the National Addiction Centre; facilities for part-time students can be arranged according to their needs.

Postgraduate training

Training courses run by the department, the Institute or through the Graduate School can be utilised as required to provide training in a wide variety of topics, from transferable skills to academic areas directly relevant to the student's thesis. King's runs an outstanding Researcher Development Programme which is designed to meet the individual training needs of research students. The programme has been developed to ensure we produce the most qualified, experienced and employable researchers.

Head of group/division

Professor John Strang

Contact for information

Education Support Team: Olivia Rees-

Admissions Tutor: Dr Gail Gilchrist-

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