Psychedelics: Mind, Medicine, and Culture (Online)

Entry requirements

We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree in any subject. Applications from candidates who have relevant professional or practical experience will also be considered.

Months of entry

January, May, September

Course content

• Be taught by world-leading academics at the forefront of psychedelic studies.
• Enrol in the UK's first academically certified programme in psychedelics studies.
• Enhance your knowledge and understanding of key theories and approaches to psychedelics in a interdisciplinary programme, building on psychology and philosophy.
• Learn about psychedelic therapy, neuroscience, anthropology, ethics, metaphysics and research methods which are key components of psychedelic studies.

Please note that programme structures may be subject to change. The modules listed here are indicative. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on your point of entry, staff availability and research interests, new topics of study and student demand.

With exponential growth in the number of trials, studies and research into psychedelics, there is growing acceptance that widespread psychedelic therapeutic access could soon be a reality.

This programme has been developed not only for therapists, counsellors and psychiatrists who are interested in branching out into the psychedelic sphere, but also for those with a growing interest in psychedelic research and want to continue their studies in this space. We have a global reputation as leaders in psychedelic healthcare and you will be taught by academics at the forefront of research.

During the course you will be introduced to the practical and theoretical sides of contemporary psychedelic research. It covers different areas of scientific study.

Information for international students

International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

Fees and funding

To make it easier to budget, you don’t need to pay the total fee upfront. Instead, you can pay for each module as you are about to start studying it. You can pay for the whole year if you prefer, but the minimum payment is at least the cost of the module you are taking that term.

How to pay

You can pay online using a credit or debit card. We are unable to give you access to your study materials before your payment reaches us so it’s important to have your finances in place and pay when prompted to ensure you can access your studies at the start of each term.

Other costs to consider

As well as your fees, there are some potential additional costs to be aware of to ensure that you give yourself the best chance of success. These include a suitable computer or device to study and work from, an adequate internet connection to access your learning materials and connect with others, and a comfortable place to study.