Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ). Graduate students have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis and its significance. 3MT is not an exercise in trivializing or “dumbing down” research, but rather challenges students to consolidate their ideas and research discoveries to present concisely to a non-specialist audience.
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3MT® is a competition that challenges graduate students to present a compelling verbal presentation of their thesis /dissertation topic and its significance in just three minutes. 3MT® develops academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of graduate students' capacity to effectively explain their research in language appropriate to a public audience.
3MT® is not an exercise in trivializing or ‘dumbing-down' research but forces students to consolidate their ideas and crystalize their research discoveries.
Students compete by presenting their thesis/dissertation topic in three minutes or less. Competitions are judged by a panel comprised of a diverse group of professionals (academic and non-academic) with a wide range of expertise. Watch 3MT Showcase.
Watch Sam Houston's own, Dr. Erica Pasquini, People's Choice award winning 3MT presentation at the University of Southern Mississippi.
By competing in the 3MT® competition at Sam Houston State University, graduate students have the opportunity to sharpen their communication skills, promote their field of research to the campus and the general public, and help all people understand the importance of research and how it positively impacts their lives.
The winners will be awarded cash prizes from the Graduate School and graduation regalia credit (full master's coverage or master's credit towards doctoral) courtesy of the Vice President for Student Affairs Office.
Grand Champion: $1,000 and credit towards graduation regalia
Runner Up: $750 and credit towards graduation regalia
People's Choice Award: $500 and credit towards graduation regalia
The top twelve finalists will receive $100 courtesy of the Vice President for Student Affairs Office.
* Prize money greater than $100 will post to the student’s SHSU account in the form of a scholarship. If the student has an outstanding balance, the scholarship will be applied towards that balance. Any remaining funds from the scholarship will then be credited to the student’s billing account.
• presentations are limited to 3 minutes and competitors exceeding 3 minutes will be disqualified. • presentations are considered to have commenced when a presenter starts their presentation through speech (timing does not include the 3mt title slide and commences from when the competitor starts speaking, not the start of the video). videos must meet the following criteria: • filmed on the horizontal • filmed on a plain background • filmed from a static position • filmed from one camera angle • contain a 3mt title slide • contain a 3mt powerpoint slide (top right corner/right side/cut to) • a single static slide is permitted in the presentation (no slide transitions, animations or ‘movement’ of any description). this can be visible continuously, or ‘cut to’ (as many times as you like) for a maximum of 1 minute or submitted via email if not included in the presentation. • the 3 minute audio must be continuous – no sound edits or breaks. • no additional props (e.g. costumes, musical instruments, laboratory equipment and animated backgrounds) are permitted within the recording. • presentations are to be spoken word (e.g. no poems, raps or songs). • no additional electronic media (e.g. sound and video files) are permitted within the video recording. • the decision of the adjudicating panel is final. • submissions via video format (only video link provided to event coordinators). files sent in other formats will not be accepted. please note: competitors *will not* be judged on video/ recording quality or editing capabilities (optional inclusions). judging will focus on the presentation, ability to communicate research to a non-specialist audience, and 3mt powerpoint slide., in person competition rules.
A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted. No slide transitions, animations or 'movement' of any description are allowed. The slide will 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 to commence from the stage.
Presentations are considered to have commenced when a presenter starts his or her presentation through either movement or speech.
The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.
Once a student begins his or her presentation, the clock begins to run. The timekeeper will hold up a warning sign. A bell chimes at the end of the 3-minute period. If a competitor continues to speak after the bell chimes, he or she is disqualified from the competition.
Eligibility
Student must be enrolled in master's or doctoral level classes for the semester of competition.
Working on major project, capstone, thesis or dissertation research with some preliminary data complete
Did the oration make the audience want to know more?
Was the presenter careful not to trivialize or generalize 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 stage 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?
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?
– Please note: The judging panel will not judge the presentation based on the video/recording quality or editing capabilities (optional inclusions). Judging will focus on the presentation, ability to communicate re-search to a non-specialist audience, and 3MT PowerPoint slide. – People’s Choice element - number of votes received (via link survey on The Graduate School website). – Winners announced online and via social media and will be notified via email.
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Preliminary Presenters & Presentations Mustapha ElMiloudi Tedric Johnson Kayli Carrillo Destanee Brossig Austin Dixon Kayla Alaniz Ahana Chatterjee Avinash Kumar Faith Little AJ Martin Danna Ramirez Chloe Rodriguez Fiona Wang Taylor Bennett Jaa'Lah Brenshay Bowser Debra Balandran
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What is the 3MT?
An 80,000 word thesis would take 9 hours to present. The 3MT time limit ... 3 minutes.
The 3-Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition that challenges students to communicate the significance of their projects without the use of props or industry jargon, in just three minutes.
Originally established by the University of Queensland (UQ) in 2008 , the competition challenges research students to communicate the significance of their projects in just three minutes, with the aid of a single, static slide.
3MT develops academic, presentation, and research communication skills and supports the development of research students' capacity to quickly explain their research in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience leaving them wanting to know more.
Competitions at the University of Minnesota
Collegiate-level 3MT Competitions
Inquire with your Graduate Program Coordinator (GPC) to find out if your college hosts a 3MT competition.
Collegiate-level 3MT winners advance to the University-wide competition.
All collegiate-level participants receive a Maroon Digital Badge from the Graduate School.
University-wide 3MT Competition
The Graduate School hosts a University-wide competition held every November .
All active graduate students who have advanced from their collegiate competition are eligible.
Previous 3MT winners (first prize, runner-up, and people's choice) are not eligible to compete a second time.
The 1st place winner advances to a 3MT competition hosted every March by the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS).
All finalists may be invited to present to the University's Board of Regents.
All University-wide competitors receive a Gold Digital Badge from the Graduate School.
3MT Competition Rules
Single static PowerPoint slide. No slide transitions, animations, or “movement” of any description are allowed. The slide is to be presented from beginning of oration.
No additional electronic media (e.g. sound and video files) are permitted.
No additional props (e.g. costumes, musical instruments, lab equipment) are permitted.
Presentations are limited to 3 minutes maximum, and participants exceeding 3 minutes are disqualified.
Presentations are to commence from the stage.
Presentations are to be spoken word (e.g. no poems, raps, or songs).
Presentations are considered to have commenced when a presenter starts her presentation through either movement or speech.
The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.
3MT Preparation Resources
Prepare with the Graduate School's 3MT e-course
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Three minute thesis.
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a competition for doctoral students to develop and showcase their research communication skills.
3MT Competition
Could you present your 80,000 word thesis or dissertation in three minutes? Do you want the excitement of competing with other graduate students for a total of $2,500 in prizes and the opportunity to participate in the Northeastern (U.S. and Canadian) round or even to showcase your research at the annual Council of Graduate Schools meeting?
3MT is an annual competition sponsored by the Cornell Graduate School. 3MT challenges research-degree students to present a compelling story on their dissertation or thesis and its significance in just three minutes, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. All enrolled doctoral students at the research stage (with at least some results to share) are eligible. In 2024, the Graduate School 3MT is also open to research master’s students. The next competition will take place in Spring 2025.
Learn more about the 2024 Graduate School 3MT competition.
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The first 3MT was held at The University of Queensland (UQ) in 2008 with 160 graduate students competing. Enthusiasm for the 3MT concept grew, and its adoption by numerous universities led to the development of an international competition in 2010. Today students from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the Asia-Pacific region take part in their own regional and national events.
Cornell Graduate School hosted its ninth 3MT competition final round event on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Video submissions for the preliminary round was due on March 1, 2024, and was reviewed by a panel of volunteer judges using a common scoring rubric to select the finalists.
At the final round event, held in person on the Ithaca campus, a panel of judges scored presentations and selected the top two finalists. Additionally, audience members were able to vote for their favorite presenter for the People’s Choice Award.
3MT Resources
Watch videos of finalists from Cornell’s 3MT contests .
Learn more about the 2024 3MT winners and finalists .
Learn more about the 2023 3MT winners and finalists .
Learn more about the 2022 3MT winner and finalists .
Learn more about the 2021 3MT winner and finalists .
Learn more about the 2019 3MT winner and finalists .
Learn more about the 2018 3MT winner and finalists .
Learn more about the 2017 3MT winner and finalists .
Watch a video of the inaugural 2019 Ivy 3MT event . Read more about the 2019 Ivy 3MT event .
Watch videos of winning presentations from around the world .
Read more about the Three Minute Thesis in Science Magazine .
Presentations are limited to three minutes maximum and competitors exceeding three minutes are disqualified.
Presentations are to be spoken word (i.e. no poems, raps, or songs).
Presentations are considered to have commenced when presenters start their presentation through movement or speech.
Presentations are to commence from the stage.
A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted (no slide transitions, animations or ‘movement’ of any kind) and 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.
Zoom backgrounds are considered props. Please ensure your background is a blank screen or wall.
The decision of the adjudicating panel is final.
Judging Criteria
Each of the judging criteria has equal weight. Note what each criterion has in common: An emphasis on audience.
Comprehension and Content
Did the presentation provide a clear background and significance to the research question?
Did the presentation clearly describe the research strategy/design and the results/findings of the research?
Did the presentation clearly describe the conclusions, outcomes, and impact of the research?
Engagement and Communication
Was the oration delivered clearly, and in language appropriate for a non-specialist audience?
Was the PowerPoint slide clear and did it enhance the presentation?
Did the presenter convey enthusiasm for their research, and capture and maintain the audience’s attention?
For more information about the Cornell competition, email [email protected] .
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We've trawled the internet to discover what actually makes a good three minute thesis slide, and in this blog, we'll cover some do's and don'ts to help you design one that's memorable and impactful. To help bring these concepts home, we'll also include some examples that we love from past 3MT winners and finalists.
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is an academic research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia. While the original competition was for graduate students, a number of colleges are now sponsoring undergraduate competitions. 3MT offers seniors the opportunity to create an accessible and interesting ...
THREE MINUTE THESIS. ionThe CompetitionThe Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is an international competition celebrating the exciting research conduc. ed by PhD students. Developed by the University of Queensland in 2008, the competition requires contestants to condense their research into a three-minute, one-slide presentation for a non-. cialist ...
In some successful 3-minute thesis presentations the speaker lets the slide speak for itself and does not refer to it. This can work if the image is easily accessible for the audience and gives a clear idea of the focus of the project. In other presentations there is a 15-30 second section when the
How to win the 3 minute thesis - By Dr Inger Mewburn (aka @thesiswhisperer) Making the most of your 3 minutes - Simon Clews, University of Melbourne. Talk nerdy to me - Melissa Marshall's TED talk. Vitae's 3MT webpages . These guidance pages are part of the University of Queensland's official 3MT competitor resources.
3MT competitor guide. Even the world's best public speakers prepare before important presentations. To assist you with your preparations, please find a few suggestions below that will help you in writing your presentation, creating your slide and practising your presentation. Avoid jargon and academic language.
3 INTRODUCTION The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is an annual competition that requires doctoral researchers to present a compelling, spoken presentation on their research topic and its significance in just three minutes and using a maximum of one slide. It is an academic competition developed by the University of Queensland in
The Basics. 180 seconds/ 3 minutes/ ~450 words. 1 static powerpoint slide. No props or other media. No transitions or animations. No singing, rapping, etc. Present your research to a non-specialist audience. A panel of multidisciplinary judges. Faculty in other disciplines.
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition is an annual public speaking competition, where PhD candidates describe the impact and scope of their research in 3 minutes to a non-specialist audience. ... In Connection, Randy further develops this idea by outlining what he calls the 'ABT Template', which stands for 'And, But, Therefore ...
3 Minutes Thesis Slide. Your slide plays an important role in how you present and deliver the content of your thesis. Think of the 3 minute slide as a backdrop to a play. The slide serves as your "theatrical set" to your "one man show". The slide sets the tone and graphically conveys the information to which you are speaking to.
The three-minute thesis (3MT) is a new format of research presentation that builds on the classic "elevator pitch". The challenge in this type of presentation is to explain your research to an intelligent non-specialist audience in under 3 minutes with limited visual aids. Often there are specific rules for the visual aid: a single 4:3 ...
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Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ). Graduate students have three minutes to present a compelling oration on their thesis and its significance. 3MT is not an exercise in trivializing or "dumbing down" research, but rather challenges students to consolidate their ideas and research discoveries to present ...
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We understand your need for options. There are two sets of resources available depending on whether you choose to hold a live event or a virtual event. UQ acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. — Reconciliation at UQ.
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