Claire Poole
Senior Lecturer/ Practitioner
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Substance Use and Misuse
Key Facts
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Duration
1 semester, part time
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Level
PostgraduatePG
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Starting
February
FEB
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Part Time: £967 (per 20 credits)
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Waterside
Updated 21/04/2026
Overview
The purpose of this level 7, 20 credit module is to enable students to identify and critically analyse substance misuse theory and practice and contemporary issues which influence the promotion of health. There is a strong focus is on sociological, historical and cultural perspectives of substance misuse, along with ethical, legal and political considerations. The module will support transference of this knowledge into enhancing the student’s professional practice and promoting the development of others.
Highlights
- Teaching focused on contemporary research based evidence and national policies and guidelines.
- Fully supported by an experienced course team.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a first class Nursing degree or evidence of recent Level 6 study.
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What You'll Learn
This course consists of 6 face-to-face study days at our Waterside Campus where you will have the opportunity to practice and develop your new skills and knowledge.
Who can I contact for more information?
For further information about the content of this module, please contact the Module Leader, Claire Poole: claire.poole@northampton.ac.uk
How is the module taught?
Face-to-face lectures, seminars and group discussions.
How will I be assessed?
The assessment for this module is based on the students knowledge and application of what they have learnt in the form of an action plan essay.
Fees and Funding
2026/27 Tuition Fees
- Part Time: £967 per 20 credit module
Please contact Karen Edwards for further information about fees for this module.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 2026/27 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
When assessing an applicant’s eligibility to pay home fees, we use the guidance provided by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) which sets out the regulations that have been decided by the UK Government Department of Education.
Additional Information
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- Module costs: £945 per 20 credit module
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