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Our Programme

Explore our Postgraduate Certificate in Health Behaviour Change Communication at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Behaviour Change Communication

Credits:

As per the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) standards for Postgraduate Certificate program (Level 7).

Program Duration

1 semester

Total Courses

5 courses, 20 credits.

Fees

RM5,531.00

*Prices shown are for 2025

Why Choose This Programme?


Skilled Behavioural Strategists

Foster the knowledge and skills needed to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate health promotion programmes.

Multidisciplinary Approach

Integrates health behaviour science, communication, and practical skills through behaviour science theories, critical thinking skills, and hands-on data-driven analysis.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Encompasses essential areas like health communication, psychology, ICT, and research methods.

Real-world Experience

Gain opportunities to work on health behaviour change projects, design campaigns, and conduct social experiments.

Practical Learning

Apply theories to encourage healthy behaviours and advocate for health policies.

Affordable

A cost-effective investment for health professionals and anyone passionate about improving community health and well-being.

Career Prospects

Graduates can pursue a wide range of career paths, including:

Health Education & Promotion

Positions in government, private sector, or NGOs.

Consulting & Entrepreneurship

Create communication strategies, conduct social research, or provide health-related consulting services.

Social Media & Content Creator

Develop content that promotes healthy behaviours while upholding professional and ethical standards.

Policy Advocate

Contribute to the development of strategic health policies.

Key Highlights

Programme Highlights

This programme consists of 5 courses that blend theory and practice to develop graduates with a comprehensive understanding, key skills, and leadership qualities in health behaviour change communication.

01

[SKKP6114] Health Communication

02

[SKKP6124] Project Planning for Health Communication

03

[SKKP6144] Psychology in Health Behaviour

04

[SKKP6134] Information Communication Technology in Health

05

[SKKP6004] Health Communication Research Methodology

Key Learning
Outcomes

Hands-on Projects

Plan and implement real health behaviour change initiatives and design health campaigns.

Blended Learning Approach

Experience a mix of theoretical and practical methods.

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Work with specialists in communication, psychology, and IT.

Our Team

Meet Our Experts

The programme is taught by experts in various fields:

Associate Professor Dr. Emma Mirza Wati Mohamad

Director
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Dr. Arina Anis Azlan

Deputy Director
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Dr. Shamsiah Abd Kadir

Kansei Engineering, Emotion & Well-being

Dr. Hilwa Abdullah @ Mohd Nor

Clinical Psychology

Dr. Kho Suet Nie

Political Communication & Public Relations

Dr. Nurhidayah Bahar

Information System Development & Information Systems in Healthcare

Entry Requirements

Candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds are welcome to apply with the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, as recognised by the PPT Senate; 

Diploma

A diploma or equivalent qualification with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, accompanied by at least 3 years of relevant work experience in a related field.

Programme Registration

Candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds are welcome to apply with the following qualifications:

Requirement

Students must enrol in 5 courses, totalling 20 credits, to be completed within one semester.

Late Registration

Students must adhere to the Faculty's terms and regulations. Failure to register within 4 weeks without formal approval will result in dismissal from the programme.

Community Impact

Long-Term Benefits

Contribute to reduced non-communicable diseases, improved public health systems, and sustainable health practices.

Community Impact

Health Literacy

Enhance community health literacy through communication interventions, advocacy and policy development that encourage good health behaviour.

Community Impact

Nationwide Impact

Empower communities to adopt positive health behaviours and build resilience.

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  • Aliff Ahmad

    Project Manager

  • Dr. Neevaarthana Subramaniam

    ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp Post-Doctoral Researcher

  • Dr. Surendran Rajaratnam

    Fellow – ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp

  • Dr. Daniella Maryam Mohamed Mokhtar

    Fellow – ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp

    Daniella Mokhtar is a senior lecturer teaching Psychology at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. She obtained a Bachelor`s Degree in Psychology and Masters in Industrial and Organisational Psychology from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. She completed her Ph.D in Occupational Health Psychology at the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom where she wrote her thesis on workplace bullying.

  • Associate Professor Dr. Emma Mirza Wati Mohamad

    Director

    Emma has 20 years of experience as an academic and a health communication researcher. She is passionate with the role communication to nurture positive health behaviours and strongly believes in the importance of health literacy to empower society in making informed health decisions.

  • Dr. Arina Anis Azlan

    Deputy Director

    Arina Anis Azlan is a lecturer at the Centre for Research in Media and Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Her research interests are in health communication, information management and communicative behaviour among publics. She is currently involved in several research projects focusing on health communication and strategic communication to publics.