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

More Information

3MT Resources

This page serves as a valuable repository of resources curated specifically for your 3MT (Three Minute Thesis) project. These resources have been meticulously compiled from various North American universities, ensuring the highest quality of information at your disposal. Our commitment to excellence ensures that you have access to the most reliable and pertinent information to enhance the scholarly rigour of your 3MT project.

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.

Plus d'informations.