The Postgraduate in Behavioral Science for Health and Sustainability at the NOVA National School of Public Health prepares professionals to understand, analyse and influence behaviours that impact population health and environmental sustainability.
In a global context marked by complex challenges – such as chronic diseases, population ageing and climate change – changes in individual and collective behaviours, as well as the adoption of healthy and sustainable lifestyles, play a central role in public health solutions. Behavioural science provides the models, methods and tools needed to understand these behaviours and to design effective interventions.
This Postgraduate offers advanced training in the application of behavioural science to the design, implementation and evaluation of interventions, programmes and policies in health and sustainability. Students develop the skills needed to translate scientific evidence into practical solutions that promote behavioural change with social impact.
The course combines face-to-face and online teaching, integrating a strong practical component.
This programme will feature a wide range of national and international lecturers.
The Postgraduate programme aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to apply behavioural science in the development of programmes, initiatives and services where behavioural change is a central element.
Specifically, it aims to:
This Postgraduate programme is designed for professionals and graduates who wish to deepen their skills in understanding and changing behaviours that impact health and sustainability.
The programme is particularly relevant for professionals in the areas of:
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or have an academic or professional background considered suitable by the School’s Scientific Council. Proficiency in the English language is also required.
Training in an emerging and strategic field
Behavioural science has increasingly established itself internationally as an essential tool to address complex public health and sustainability challenges, from promoting healthy lifestyles to encouraging environmentally responsible behaviours.
Applied and impact-oriented approach
The programme prioritises active methodologies and project-based learning, enabling students to develop solutions to real-world problems in collaboration with organisations and institutional partners.
Interdisciplinary approach
The programme integrates contributions from several fields (behavioural science, public health, public policy, sustainability and digital technologies), providing comprehensive training focused on contemporary challenges.
Flexible pedagogical model
The combination of in-person and online learning facilitates the participation of working professionals and promotes a flexible and collaborative learning experience.
The Postgraduate Programme may also be fully credited towards subsequent progression to the Master’s in Applied Behavioural Science in Health and Sustainability.
Graduates of this Postgraduate’s programme will be prepared to work in contexts where understanding and changing behaviours is crucial to improving outcomes in health and sustainability.
Possible areas of activity include:
Holders of the Postgraduate Certificate may aspire to perform functions in public organisations, healthcare institutions, international bodies, companies, NGOs, research centres, and specialised consultancy firms.
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