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HSS Three Minute Thesis Competition (3MT®)

ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ University’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences will hold its first Three Minute Thesis Competition (3²Ñ°Õ®) as part of its 2022 Research Week celebrations. 

The Three Minute Thesis () is an academic research communication competition developed by ,  Australia.

When:
November 23 | 12:00 - 2:00pm

Where:
The competition will be held at the (SN-4022).

Who is Eligible?

Applications to participate are welcome from all currently registered MA Thesis and PhD students in Humanities and Social Sciences at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½. 

Any questions regarding the 2023 HSS Three Minute Thesis Competition can be directed to Dr. Liam Swiss, Acting Associate Dean (Research): lswiss@mun.ca

Eligibility:

  • Presenters must be currently registered in a Masters (thesis route only) or PhD program at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ University.
  • PhD students who have defended but have not yet graduated are eligible.
  • Presentations must be based on research that is directly related to the student's graduate program thesis.
  • Presenters must agree to be recorded live.
  • Presenters must be available to present, live, on the day of the competition.

Rules:

  • A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted. No slide transitions, animations or 'movement' of any description are allowed. The slide is to be presented from the beginning of the oration.
  • No additional electronic media (e.g. sound and video files) are permitted.
  • No additional props (e.g. costumes, musical instruments, laboratory equipment) are permitted.
  • Presentations are limited to 3 minutes maximum and competitors exceeding 3 minutes are disqualified.
  • Presentations are to be spoken word (eg. no poems, raps or songs).
  • Presentations are considered to have commenced when a presenter starts their presentation through either movement or speech.
  • The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.
Judging Criteria:

Comprehension & Content

  • Did the presentation provide an understanding of the background to the research question being addressed and its significance?
  • Did the presentation clearly describe the key results of the research including conclusions and outcomes?
  • Did the presentation follow a clear and logical sequence?
  • Was the thesis topic, key results and research significance and outcomes communicated in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience?
  • Did the speaker avoid scientific jargon, explain terminology and provide adequate background information to illustrate points?
  • Did the presenter spend adequate time on each element of their presentation - or did they elaborate for too long on one aspect or was the presentation rushed?

Engagement & Communication

  • Did the oration make the audience want to know more?
  • Was the presenter careful not to trivialise or generalise their research?
  • Did the presenter convey enthusiasm for their research?
  • Did the presenter capture and maintain their audience's attention?
  • Did the speaker have sufficient presence, eye contact and vocal range; maintain a steady pace, and have a confident stance?
  • Did the PowerPoint slide enhance the presentation - was it clear, legible, and concise?
Prizes:
  • First Prize: $500
  • Second Prize:$250
  • Third Prize: $125
Competitor Tips & FAQs:

Please see here for tips on preparing for the 3MT:

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Registration:

Deadline to register is 5pm, Friday November 18.