Viva practice and preparation (in-person)

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Viva practice and preparation (in-person)

Tailored for third and fourth-year doctoral students, gain insights into viva rules, proactive preparation, and the examiner's perspective. Sharpen your skills through practical exercises for a confident viva experience.

This session provides doctoral students in the third year and above with information about the viva, guidance on planning a proactive approach to it, and opportunities to practise.
COURSE DETAILS
The course will look at the rules and expectations of the viva exam and identify and practise practical ways to prepare.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the session participants will be able to:
 Develop their awareness and understanding of the rules and expectations of the viva exam.
 Use tools and strategies to prepare for the exam.
 Develop an awareness of the examiner’s perspective.
 Know what to expect of the exam.

Date: 6 November 2025, 10:00
Venue: On booking
Speaker: Dr Molly Grace (University of Oxford)
Organising department: Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS)
Organiser: James Cunning (University of Oxford)
Organiser contact email address: training@mpls.ox.ac.uk
Host: MPLS Researcher Training & Development (University of Oxford)
Booking required?: Required
Booking url: https://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/training/courses/viva-prep-practice-michaelmas
Cost: Free
Audience: Members of the University only
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Editors: Sophie Campbell, Karen Brayshaw