How do I make my video?

The research message in just 3 minutes!

The Rules:

Upload a video (via the link on the homepage) in which you tell us about your research.

You can make the video with your phone. You can hold the phone and video yourself or ask a friend to video your presentation.

The video may not include any other people in the shot besides yourself.

If you include a PPT slide or any other graphic, it should be only ONE image. (We're looking for an engaging discussion of your research work and great presentation skills - not technological bells and whistles!)

The video must be maximum 3 minutes long. Any submission longer than 3 minutes will be cut off at the 3 minute mark.

Multiple prizes are up for grabs. Some prizes will be awarded randomly (computer generated) and also as determined by the Postgraduate Liaison Committee.


What to consider when making the video.

  • We are looking for clarity of message (can anybody from any discipline understand it?)

  • We are looking for engagement (is it interesting?)

  • We are looking for videos that can convince us about the value of postgraduate research - and of your study in particular.


Who may enter?

  • Honours

  • PG Diploma

  • Master's, and

  • PhD students

  • Postdoctoral fellows...

You can present at any stage of your studies. Take a look at the suggestions page for more information.

Some videos to inspire you...

You can find lots of other 3MT videos on YouTube - watch a few to get some inspiration!