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Target Audience: PGRs
This practical workshop helps researchers understand the viva process and prepare with greater confidence.
Participants explore what examiners are looking for and learn about the purpose, structure and expectations of the viva. Common fears and misconceptions are discussed, helping participants feel more prepared and less uncertain about the experience.
The workshop introduces practical ways to use the thesis to prepare strategically, understand examiner perspectives and anticipate common viva questions and themes. Participants also practise discussing their research clearly and confidently.
The session focuses on answering challenging questions, responding to methodological issues, explaining originality and contribution, and discussing limitations with confidence. Through practical activities and discussion, participants develop the skills needed to communicate their research effectively and defend their work during the viva.
By the end of the workshop participants will:
- Understand the purpose, structure and expectations of the viva.
- Prepare effectively using the thesis and anticipate common viva questions.
- Answer challenging questions and discuss research clearly and confidently.
- Explain the originality, contribution and limitations of their research.
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Prerequisites
Cancellation Policy If you are unable to attend a course please cancel your place as soon as possible, with at least 3 working days notice via the online booking system http://bookings.strath.ac.uk/mybookings.asp. Full details of booking conditions can be found at the link below.Additional Information
In-person courses are typically held in the Doctoral School Training Room - TC721, level 7 of the TIC Building.
Online courses are held on Zoom - details of the Zoom meeting will be sent the morning of the course.
Please note, there is a no-show policy, and facilitators will deny entry to those arriving 15 minutes or more after the course starts: https://strath.sharepoint.com/sites/PGRDevelopment/SitePages/No-Show-Policy.aspx
All postgraduate research students are eligible to access the Researcher Development Programme workshops. These workshops can contribute towards the PG Certificate in Researcher Professional Development (PG Cert RPD).