Rules
- Presentation time is limited to 3 minutes. Competitors exceeding 3 minutes will be disqualified.
- Timing will commence when a presenter begins their presentation through movement or speech.
- The presentation must commence from the stage.
- The talk may be supported only by a single static powerpoint slide; i.e. slide transitions are NOT permitted
- Additional electronic media, for example sound and video files are NOT permitted
- Additional props for example costumes, instruments, pieces of scientific equipment are NOT permitted.
- The judging panel's decision is final.
Judging criteria
Presentations will be judged on the basis of two criteria:
Comprehension and content
Were the thesis topic, research significance, key results and outcomes communicated in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience?
- Did the presentation provide an understanding of the background to the research question and its significance?
- Did the presentation clearly describe the key results of the research including conclusions and outcomes?
- Did the presentation follow a clear and logical sequence?
- Did the speaker avoid academic or scientific jaron, explain terminology and provide adequate background information to illustrate points?
- Did the presenter spend adequate time on each element of their presentation - or did they elaborate for too long on one aspect or was the presentation rushed?
Engagement and communication
Did the oration make the audience want to know more?
- Was the presenter careful not to trivialise or generalise their research?
- Did the presenter convey enthusiasm for their research?
- Did the presenter capture and maintain their audience's attention?
- Did the speaker have sufficient stage presence, eye contact and vocal range' maintain a steady pace, and have a confident stance?
- Did the PowerPoint slide enhance the presentation - was it clear, legible and concise?
University information
CRICOS Code: 00126G
