Examiners’ perspectives
Examiners answer key questions about what happens before and during the Viva process.
Watch the videos below to learn more.
The Basics
What is a Viva?
Defining a Viva
How to prepare for your Viva
Preparation tips for your Viva
What to take into your Viva
Practical advice
How to deal with nerves
Examiners reflect on handling nerves
Will my supervisor attend?
The role of the supervisor
How long does a Viva last?
Viva duration
Welcome and Discussion
What are the roles of the examiners?
Examiner roles
What do examiners look for in a Thesis?
Reflections on the Thesis
How do the examiners review the thesis to generate questions
Generating questions
How will the examiners initiate discussion?
The Viva process
What are the examiners looking for in a candidate?
Reflections on the candidate
What if a student doesn’t know the answer to a question?
Dealing with difficult questions
Can students request a break?
Requesting a break
Completion
How does the Viva end?
Concluding the exam
What are the Viva outcomes?
Discussing the six possible outcomes