By Focusing On Your Viva From The Start: A Guide for UK Higher Education

The viva voce examination is an oral examination that is used to assess students' knowledge and understanding of a particular subject. It is typically conducted by a panel of examiners, and it can be a daunting experience for students. However, with the right preparation, you can increase your chances of success.

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This guide will provide you with everything you need to know to prepare for and succeed in your viva voce examination. It will cover all aspects of the viva, from the initial preparation to the final defense.

Preparing for Your Viva

The first step in preparing for your viva is to understand what the examiners are looking for. They will be assessing your knowledge and understanding of the subject matter, as well as your ability to communicate your ideas clearly and concisely.

To prepare for the viva, you should:

• Review the course material thoroughly.
• Practice answering questions on the course material.
• Develop a clear and concise thesis statement.
• Prepare a presentation that supports your thesis statement.
• Practice your presentation with a friend or family member.

The Day of Your Viva

On the day of your viva, you should arrive on time and be prepared to answer questions on the course material. You should also be prepared to present your thesis statement and defend your ideas.

During the viva, you should:

• Be confident and articulate.
• Answer questions clearly and concisely.
• Support your answers with evidence from the course material.
• Be respectful of the examiners.

After Your Viva

After your viva, you should take some time to reflect on your performance. What went well? What could have gone better? You can use this information to improve your preparation for future vivas.

The viva voce examination can be a challenging experience, but it is also an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. With the right preparation, you can increase your chances of success.

This guide has provided you with everything you need to know to prepare for and succeed in your viva voce examination. By following the advice in this guide, you can increase your chances of success and achieve your academic goals.

EBOOK: Stepping Stones to Achieving your Doctorate: By Focusing on Your Viva From the Start (UK Higher Education OUP Humanities & Social Sciences Study Skills)

by Vernon Trafford

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3003 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	265 pages

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