Three-Minute Thesis (3MT)
2025 3MT at U of R
Want to showcase your research and maybe win some money?
The Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) is an internationally recognized competition for thesis-based graduate students to present their work and its wider impact in three minutes or less, in an accessible and compelling way with only one static slide. The U of R winner will receive a $1,500 prize and progresses to the Western Regional Final.
Join us at the How to become a 3MT Competitor Information Session
Friday Jan. 17, 10-11:30 a.m. in RIC 208 - Learn how you can participate in the 3MT Competition. Register here.
About 3MT
The Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) is an internationally recognized competition for thesis-based graduate students in which participants present their work and its wider impact in three minutes or less. The event helps graduate students present their research in an accessible and compelling way with the assistance of only one static slide.
Competitors start by participating in heats that happen in mid-to-late February. The top eight students, as scored by a panel of judges, move on to the final in late March. The winner will receive a $1,500 prize and progresses to the Western Regional Final. Throughout the process, there are opportunities for expert feedback and hands-on workshops and training, making 3MT an excellent way to develop your presentation and communication skills .
Review eligibility and judging criteria.
Prizes and Rewards
1st Prize – $1,500
2nd Prize – $1,000
3rd Prize – $500
People's Choice – $500
The winner will represent the University of Regina at the regional competition later in the spring.
2024 U of R 3MT Winners
Winner and People's Choice
Michael Mensah
Biology
Fresh Solutions for Salty Cows
First Runner-up
Breeann Phillips
Biology
The Landscape of Alzheimer's Disease
Second Runner-up
Maxine Adjei-Dadson
Media, Art, and Performance
Heritage Ghana: In Pursuit of a Ghanian Postcolonial Film Style
2024 Western Regional 3MT Competition
3MT Resources
- The Texas A&M University has put together a series of helpful information about eligibility, rules, and tips.
- Danielle Fischer provide 10 hints to improve 3MT presentations.
- Anett Grant addresses Six Pieces of Bad Speaking Advice That Just Won’t Die.
- Matt Abrahams (Stanford University) provides Tips and Techniques for More Confident and Compelling Presentations.
- McGill University provides a presenter's guidebook.
Watch the U of R 2024 Competition
PhD biology student Michael Mensah took home the $1,500 first-place prize with his presentation Fresh Solutions for Salty Cows. Breeann Phillips presented The Landscape of Alzheimer's Disease and won first runner-up. Maxine Adjei-Dadson won second runner-up with Heritage Ghana: In Pursuit of a Ghanian Postcolonial Film Style.
Read about the event here.
Parlez-vous français?
Check out the French-language 3MT contest!
L'Acfas et ses partenaires organisent à une finale nationale du concours Ma thèse en 180 secondes (MT180). Ce concours est l'équivalent francophone de 3MT qui setient depuis plusieurs années dans certaines universités.
Francois-Regis Kabahizi va représenter l'Université de Regina.
2025 - Pour le plus d'informations sur le concours MT180, veuillez consulter le lien : www.acfas.ca/prix-concours/ma-these-en-180-secondes/a-propos.
To register, click here.
