University of Auckland Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Finals 2026

Welcome to the University of Auckland Three Minute Thesis Finals 2026, brought to you by the School of Graduate Studies.

Get ready for an electrifying event as more than a dozen doctoral candidates race against the clock to present their groundbreaking research in just 180 seconds – with only a single static slide to guide them. A moment over and... they're out!

Book your free audience ticket to support the finalists, get a sneak peek into some of the University's most fascinating doctoral research, and vote your favourite in as the winner of the 2026 People's Choice Award. All are welcome - invite your friends, your whānau, and anyone else who is interested from within or outside the University!

The University of Auckland 3MT Finals are the highlight of the doctoral calendar and the culmination of months of preparation and intense faculty heats. Join us in celebrating the dedication and brilliance of every participant.

Find out more: Three Minute Thesis.

The Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is an academic research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia. It is an exciting, fast-paced event that is held annually in more than 900 universities in 85 countries.

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