Dr. Guido Van Koningsbruggen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Guido van Koningsbruggen is an Associate Professor in Communication Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. His research interests center around the understanding of motivations behind people's behaviors in relation to health and sustainability, employing the Reasoned Action Approach to identify key drivers of behavior that can inform the design of interventions. He focuses on utilizing surveys and experiments to develop communication campaigns that encourage behavior change by promoting healthier and more sustainable practices. As part of his academic role, he teaches courses such as Marketing Communication and Risk Health Communication, and supervises theses within the Communication Science program. His work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting the importance of research that strives to improve individual and societal well-being. Van Koningsbruggen engages in various projects, including collaborations focused on corporate social responsibility and consumer attitudes. He has also contributed to numerous lectures and presentations on topics related to self-affirmation, persuasion, and the effects of communication in diverse contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-12-01 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam

Teaching courses and supervising theses in the Communication Science program, focusing on health communication and Marketing Communication.

Courses

Marketing Communication Consumer Risk Health Communication

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.