Preparing for the PhD defence (IMPRS-UFAST skills course)

In this workshop participants have the opportunity to strategically engage with the upcoming oral examination. They develop individual strategies for preparing themselves and learn techniques so they can direct the discussion even at critical points.

Topics

• What are must-haves and what are nice-to-haves during the presentation

• Selecting topics: What do I have to consider when choosing my examination subjects?

• Self and time management in the preparatory phase

• The optimal presentation: How do I present myself and my work?

• The show must go on! Dealing with nerves and difficult situations in discussions.