Three Minute Thesis
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Three Minute Thesis (3MT) celebrates the research accomplishments of our graduate students while helping students develop their presentation and communication skills. These popular competitions have become a global phenomenon by challenging graduate students to communicate the significance of their research to a general audience, all in three minutes or less.
Additional videos from previous 3MT Finals are posted to the Graduate School's YouTube channel.
2027 3MT Info
Stay tuned for upcoming news regarding registration, eligibility, and judging criteria.
Supporting Events
The Graduate School Office of Professional Development (OPD) offers extensive support for 3MT participants, including workshops and practice sessions. Participating in UMass’s 3MT is a great way to build communication skills and increase confidence in your public speaking abilities--our supporting programs can help you calm your nerves and craft your message! Start your preparation by attending a 3MT Info Session to learn the competition structure and rules and get tips on how to prepare from former 3MT finalists.
2027 Info sessions will be announced in the fall semester.
OPD will also offer a range of additional supporting workshops to help you prepare for the 3MT--watch your email for dates, times, and registration details!
- Crafting Slides for Engaging Presentations
- Communicating Your Research in Three Minutes
- Public Speaking for the Anxious and Not-So-Anxious
- Using Simples Words for Big Ideas
3MT practice sessions will offered in early February--details will be shared with students registered to participate in the 3MT.
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is an academic research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia.
