Graduate School, Burapha University has received a license to organize the Three Minute Thesis (3MT™) competition from The University of Queensland, Australia. The University of Queensland has been the inventor and developer of the 3MT™ competition since 2008. The 3MT™ competition focuses on skill development for research candidates. Participating in 3MT develops their academic, presentation, and research communication skills. It also cultivates their ability to effectively explain their research in a language appropriate for a non-specialist audience. Graduate students get 3 minutes to captivate the audience with their research, highlighting either the intriguing topic or the profound impact of their thesis. Since the 3MTTM launch by The Graduate School, University of Queensland, the 3MT™ competition has been adopted by over 900 universities in more than 85 countries worldwide.
3MT (Three Minute Thesis) is a thesis presentation competition that takes only 3 minutes with only 1 page of static slides. The challenge is to create clear, concise, and understandable content that does not cause questions later. 3MT is a great opportunity for participants to improve their presentation skills, build confidence, and learn how to communicate their research effectively. It also helps participants analyze the content of their thesis and condense it to a specified time.
Participant qualifications
Master’s and Doctoral students at Burapha University are encouraged to apply for the Three Minute Thesis competition if they are currently enrolled until the application deadline. Participation is open to all faculties, disciplines, and research areas.
Research eligibility for participation in the 3MT
The research must be the full or part of the dissertation, thesis, or independent study of graduate students at Burapha University. The student has been appointed an advisor, whose dissertation, thesis, or independent study must be approved by the advisor.
Virtual competition rules
- A single static slide is permitted in the presentation (no slide transitions, animations, or ‘movement’ of any description).
- No additional electronic media (e.g. sound and video files) are permitted within the video recording.
- No additional props (e.g. costumes, musical instruments, laboratory equipment and animated backgrounds) are permitted within the recording.
- Presentations are limited to 3 minutes and competitors exceeding 3 minutes are disqualified.
- Presentations are to be spoken word (e.g. no poems, raps, or songs).
- Presentations are considered to have commenced when a presenter starts their presentation through speech or movement.
- The decision of the adjudicating panel of the Graduate School, Burapha University, is final.
3MT presentation language
Thai and English
judgement
More details
1. Information in preparing the presentation
https://threeminutethesis.uq.edu.au/home
3MT video recording competitor guide : https://threeminutethesis.uq.edu.au/3mt-video-recording-competitor-guide
Video example : https://vimeo.com/showcase/9921918/video/763224944
2. Schedule and requirements on training day
***Full participation in all training activities is mandatory for selected students. Failure to adhere to this requirement will result in disqualification from future 3MT selection.
Participation in the Semifinal round on May 11, 2024, is mandatory for all competitors. Please refer to the provided schedule for details.
08.30 – 8.45 น. | Registration |
08.45 – 9.00 น. | Opening Address: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Witawat Jangiam, Dean of the Graduate School |
09.00-10.00 น. | Keynote lecture titles “Is it essential to do research with a strong sense of ethics?”: Assist. Prof. Dr. Chatchawin Petchlert |
10.00 - 12.00 น. | Keynote lecture titles “Ten Tips for Fantastic Talk”: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phiangphak Sukkharak |
13.00 – 15.00 น. | Keynote lecture titles “Presenter in the Role of an Actor”: Dr. Nadhanant Uaesilapa |
15.00 – 15.30 น. | Training program |
15.30 – 16.30 น. | Expert speakers to provide development and application tips on competition day. |
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4. Committees
(1) Dr. Nadhanant Uaesilapa, Faculty of Music and Performing Art, Burapha University
(2) Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phiangphak Sukkharak, Faculty of Science, Burapha University
(3) Watinee Kharnwong, Director (Education), Australian Embassy