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1. PILOT SUSTAINABILITY LITERACY ASSESSMENT
In 2025, Lac Hong University (LHU) introduced its first pilot Sustainability Literacy Assessment to evaluate students' understanding, attitudes, and behaviours related to sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The pilot survey aimed to establish a baseline of students' sustainability literacy, identify areas for improvement, and provide evidence to strengthen sustainability education across the University.
This initiative supports SDG 4, Target 4.7, which emphasizes equipping learners with the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development.
2. PARTICIPANTS AND SURVEY COVERAGE
The survey involved 1,605 student respondents from Lac Hong University.
The questionnaire collected demographic information, alongside responses on sustainability-related knowledge, attitudes, behaviours, and interests.
The pilot provides an initial evidence base for understanding students' sustainability awareness and informing future educational initiatives.
3. WHAT DOES THE ASSESSMENT MEASURE?
The assessment used multiple-choice questions and five-point Likert-scale items to examine four key dimensions:
Sustainability Knowledge: Understanding sustainable development principles, the balance between economic, social, and environmental dimensions, and the interconnected nature of the SDGs.
Sustainability Attitudes: Students' perspectives on social equity, equal access to essential services, cooperation, and shared responsibility for sustainable development.
Sustainability Behaviours: Self-reported sustainable practices, particularly energy conservation and waste sorting.
SDG Engagement: Students' interests in SDG-related competitions, preferred participation formats, support needs, and learning opportunities.
4. KEY FINDINGS AND SIGNIFICANCE
The pilot survey results indicate positive sustainability attitudes and encouraging self-reported practices among participating students.
Key findings (five-point scale):
4.64/5 (92.72%) – Support for equal access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities.
4.53/5 (90.55%) – Recognition of the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing in addressing societal challenges.
4.58/5 (91.54%) – Self-reported practice of switching off electrical equipment when not in use.
4.43/5 (88.65%) – Self-reported practice of sorting waste according to local guidelines.
These findings suggest that participating students demonstrate strong support for sustainability principles and report regularly engaging in environmentally responsible practices.
The survey also gathered student perspectives on future SDG-related activities, including competitions, collaborative projects, practical learning experiences, mentorship, and opportunities for community engagement.
Supporting Continuous Improvement
The pilot assessment provides a foundation for developing a systematic approach to sustainability literacy evaluation at LHU.
Its findings can help the University:
Strengthen sustainability-related teaching and learning activities.
Connect theoretical SDG knowledge with practical applications.
Develop student-centred SDG competitions, projects, and experiential learning opportunities.
Monitor changes in sustainability literacy through future assessments.
Through this initiative, LHU reinforces its commitment to evidence-based sustainability education, continuous improvement, and preparing students to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.
