Dr. Sandra Klaperski Van Der Wal

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sandra Klaperski-van der Wal is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University's Behavioural Science Institute, focusing on Social Cultural Psychology. Her research primarily explores the role of interpersonal communication and social influence in sustainable behaviour change, with an emphasis on promoting healthy and active lifestyles. Klaperski-van der Wal examines how opportunities for exercise participation can be integrated into sustainable development practices. Her work aims to utilize insights from social sciences to encourage individuals to adopt healthier living habits and to promote sustainability principles in higher education. She is involved in the Teaching and Learning Centre's course on sustainability and co-organizes the TLC Special Interest Group for Sustainability. Her research interests encompass behaviour change, health, sustainability, exercise, and communication.

Research Interests

Requirements for Radboud University

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:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).