The MA in Addiction Studies is a formal exploration of addictions from a variety of academic and scientific perspectives: sociological, cultural, psychological, anthropological, and psychoanalytic. The programme is concerned with how these perspectives interact and how they differ from each other. The aim is to educate students so that they can carry out research in the field of addiction and thereby critically inform policy making, as well as management of addiction services. The programme also provides clinicians with a strong theoretical foundation from where to approach the treatment of addictions.

We realise that you may have questions regarding our postgraduate programmes, or the application process, so please be aware that in addition to our open events, you may call into the Aungier Street building, Monday to Friday from 8.45am - 5.15pm.

You do not need to make an appointment. You can also contact us on 01 4177500 or by email to admissions@dbs.ie.

Why not contact us today with your questions and take the first step towards furthering your education this year.

We are holding our next Open Evening on 14th May from 5-7pm.

The Open Evening is an ideal opportunity for you to visit the college and obtain further information on our postgraduate programmes and speak with industry specialist lecturers, to identify the programme that is most suitable for your future development. The evening poses an ideal chance to ask any questions you may have and discuss programme options, prior to making a application to commence study with us. You will also get the opportunity to meet with current students and find out what DBS is really like.

For information on our lecturing staff and their achievements and specialist areas, please visit our website for information on our Academic Schools and Staff.

We look forward to meeting you at the Open Evening.