Vitae Three Minute Thesis® competition

Three Minute Thesis challenges doctoral candidates to present a compelling spoken presentation on their research topic and its significance in just three minutes.

®3MT is an academic competition developed by the University of Queensland, Australia. Its success has led to the establishment of local and national competitions in several countries.

Since 2014 Vitae have proudly hosted the UK ®3MT competition which is the culmination of finalists from Vitae member Higher Education Institutions throughout the UK.

Competition rules and branding requirements

Vitae 3MT FAQ's

To take part in the 2019 competition, please register your institutions details on the Vitae 3MT registration form

If you institution is new to the competition, you will also need to register with the University of Queensland here

Vitae 3MT semi-finalist registration form

Competition process and key dates

Vitae 3MT 2018

Vitae 3MT 2017

Vitae 3MT 2016

Vitae 3MT 2015

Vitae 3MT 2014