U of T’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is back! Every year, the 3MT showcases graduate students from across the University of Toronto presenting their thesis work to a generalist audience in three minutes using one static PowerPoint slide. The 2025 3MT will take place in person.
Who is it for? All graduate students registered in a doctoral or master’s program with a thesis component.
Why participate? Participating in 3MT is an opportunity to improve your research communication and presentation skills, as well as to learn about the exciting scholarship that other graduate researchers are working on. There are also prizes: $1250 for first place, $750 for second place, $500 for third place, and $200 for the people’s choice.
Key dates: Heats begin on February 6, and the final takes place on March 26.Please see thefull schedule with dates, times, and locations. Everyone is welcome to attend the final to cheer on friends and colleagues.
Sign me up! Please complete the registration form by January 30. We’ll contact you with details about your heat by January 31.
Questions about rules, eligibility, and judging criteria? All the details are on our website or you can email us at cgpd@utoronto.ca.