UNITA-Universitas Montium is launching its annual “My Three-Minute PhD Thesis” competition,offering a unique opportunity for PhD students from participating universities to present theirresearch in a concise, captivating, and accessible way.
The Goal of the Competition To transform complex theses into a 3-minute presentation aimed at anon-specialized audience. Participants will develop essential science communication skills whilesharing their work with society.
Competition Structure
Local Phase: Each UNITA university will organize its own selection before mid-April. Candidateswill benefit from online training to refine their presentations.
Final Phase: Selected PhD students will gather for the final in-person competition on May 30,2025, at the Public University of Navarre (UPNA) in Spain.
Rules and Criteria
- Presentations must be delivered in English, using a single static slide (landscape format).
- Maximum duration: 3 minutes.
- A jury will evaluate based on criteria such as public speaking talent, presentation clarity, and theimpact of the visual aid.
An Event Not to Be Missed The final will be broadcast live on UNITA’s social media channels,allowing everyone to join this inspiring event.
How to Participate? Interested PhD students must obtain approval from their thesis supervisor andensure that their content is suitable for public dissemination.
Deadline for local phase registration: check with your university.
Awards and Recognition The top three finalists will receive prizes, and all participants will beawarded certificates for both the local and final phases.
Don’t miss this chance to showcase your research and rise to the challenge! For more information,contact your university or consult the full competition rules.
