How to present confidently in front of the committee
To present confidently in front of the committee, you need to combine thorough preparation with some public speaking skills. Key points. First, know your material. The better you understand your thesis and presentation, the more confident you will feel. If you’ve explained the main ideas to yourself multiple times, you will also find it easier […]
Mistakes that can ruin the impression at the presentation
Even a well-written thesis can leave a poor impression if mistakes are made during the presentation. Common mistakes. One common mistake is reading the text verbatim from slides or paper. If a student monotonously reads everything, the committee may lose interest and it gives the impression the student doesn’t know their own work well. It’s […]
How to prepare a presentation for a bachelor’s/master’s thesis defense
Where to begin. When preparing a presentation for your bachelor’s or master’s thesis defense. It’s essential to clearly and convincingly convey the main findings of your work to the committee. Start by planning the structure of your presentation: it should typically include 1) an introduction (presenting the topic and objective of your research), 2) methodology, 3) […]