Three-Minute Thesis (3MT)
2025 3MT at U of R
Want to showcase your research and maybe win some money? Register here
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. Register here
How to become a 3MT Competitor Information Session - Friday Jan. 17 starting at 10 a.m. in RIC208 - Learn how you can participate in the 3MT Competition. (Missed the session? Watch the video here - coming soon.)
Early Bird Registration - Register here to compete by Jan. 24 for a chance to win one of three $100 gift cards (to be awarded after the Heats).
Registration - Register here to compete by Feb. 7.
Presentation Skills workshop - TBD - Learn how to enhance your presentation skills.
Preliminary Heats - Wednesday Feb.12, starting at 10 a.m. in ED114 or Thursday Feb 13, starting at 6 p.m. in ED114 -Competitors start by participating in one of the Heats (depending on their schedules) happening in February. The top eight students, as scored by a panel of judges, move on to the Finale on March 20th. Register here by February 7th
Insights Session - Thursday Mar. 6, from 3-5 p.m. in AH 309 - The eight finalists are provided invaluable guidance and additional feedback on their slides, presentations, etc.
3MT Finale - Thursday Mar. 20 at Darke Hall, College Avenue Campus from 6pm - 9:30 pm - Watch the final 8 competitors present their research with 1 slide in 3 minutes. Judges from the community will determine the top 3 presentations and the audience votes for the People's Choice winner. The 1st Place winner will receive a $1,500 prize and progresses to the Western Regional Final. This event is open to the public. For more information or for your free ticket, click here.
Check out the 3MT Participant Guide here. (Other resources can be found 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.
** Please note that even if you participated in a previous 3MT Competition, you are eligible to compete again if:
- You didn’t win a previous 3MT competition, and
- You’ll present new information this year (either a new project or a fresh presentation of your work).
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
- McGill University provides a presenter's guidebook.
- 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.
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.
