Viva
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Thesis Tips
How to prepare your viva opening speech
A viva, or PhD thesis defence, typically starts with an opening speech by the PhD candidate. This opening speech can be prepared in advance. How? By following six simple steps that take you from checking university requirements, to structuring and…
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Academic Skills
How to structure your viva presentation (with examples)
Most PhD vivas and PhD defences start with a short presentation by the candidate. The structure of these presentations is very important! There are several factors and approaches to consider when developing your viva presentation structure. Contents Factors to consider…
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