Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) correlation among CFS IIUM students towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Mohd Shaharuddin, Norfazlina and Chuweni, Nor Nazihah and Abdullah, Azyril Iskandar and Mat Said, Noor Azura and Zubir, Nazira and Teruk, Kamaril Azlah (2025) Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) correlation among CFS IIUM students towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Asian Journal of Research in Education and Social Sciences, 7 (2). pp. 32-44. E-ISSN 2682-8502

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Abstract

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have gradually evolved into one of the most pressing needs in global economic activity, posing a new challenge in the current era of global economic integration. The UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (2018) were created to address environmental pollution and climate change. However, there is a crucial need to assess the level of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) domains with these goals among students. Despite the global significance of the SDGs, there is limited research focusing on the extent to which students, as future leaders and change-makers, are equipped to contribute effectively to their achievement. The study aims to investigate the correlation of knowledge and attitude towards the practice of SDGs among Centre for Foundation Studies, International Islamic University of Malaysia (CFS IIUM) students. The study is adapted to a quantitative case study design. An instrument based on a KAP conceptual framework was adopted. Data was collected through Google Forms, specifically aimed at the biological students enrolled in CFS IIUM. The Spearman's rho correlation assessed the relationship between the KAP variables. Results demonstrate a high level of knowledge and attitude of students towards SDGs. However, the practice of students towards SDGs is at medium-high level. The findings show strong correlations between knowledge, attitude, and practice towards SDGs indicating that enhancing education and positive attitudes significantly boost effective practices in achieving SDGs. Integrating these aspects can foster greater commitment to sustainable development. The university needs to improve its courses and training programs dedicated to SDGs awareness. Moreover, educational improvement by identifying the level of awareness among students can guide educational institutions in developing targeted curricula and programs to enhance understanding and engagement towards SDGs.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Centre for Foundation Studies
Depositing User:	Mrs Norfazlina Mohd Shaharuddin
Date Deposited:	23 Jul 2026 07:38
Last Update:	23 Jul 2026 07:38
Queue Number:	2026-07-Q4177
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/130077

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