In their thesis defense, doctoral students have to present a summary of their research to a board of examiners and then answer critical questions. This course is designed to prepare the participants optimally for this situation. The goal of the course is mainly to help them prepare central elements for the summary of their research that they have to present in the thesis defense, so the course can also be helpful for participants who are still in the writing-phase.
Content
- the opening of the thesis defense presentation
- how to structure the thesis defense presentation
- building valid and sound arguments
- handling difficult questions
- presentations from participants and mock defense
Objective
- give a convincing and well-structured presentation
- respond confidently to critical questions
- are well prepared and feel confident about their thesis defense
Methods
All contents are developed interactively, and they are applied directly to the participants' research topics. Participants prepare essential elements of their thesis defense presentation already during the course (e.g. the opening, the main message, and the central argument).
Participation on both days is mandatory.
Please take 2–3 minutes to answer two questions in advance about your expectations of this workshop. Your feedback will help us tailor our offers even more closely to your needs.
Sprache: Englisch
Formats des Workshops: Präsenz
Maximale Teilnehmendenzahl: 10
Arbeitseinheiten: 16
Zielgruppe: Abschlussphaseder Promotion
Fachrichtung: Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Economics / Geistes-, Sozial-, Rechts- und Wirtschaftswissenschaften Nature and Life Sciences / Natur- und Lebenswissenschaften
Buchungsberechtigte Personen: Promovierende
Teilnahmeberechtigt: Berlin University Alliance (BUA)
Frist für Ausbuchung: Sa., 24.10.2026 - 23:59
Buchungsstatus: Workshop buchbar
