We organise an annual symposium which consists of presentations by students showcasing their final year projects and short review papers, as well as Masters and Ph.D. research. This event usually takes place around the beginning of April. All students are strongly encouraged to attend and participate in this event. Attendance is free of charge.

 

• Submit a title and an abstract for the presentation, following discussion with your supervisor on or before the stipulated deadline. This is normally two weeks before the symposium.
• The duration of the presentations vary:
  15 minutes for short review paper presentation
  15 minutes for final year thesis
  25 minutes for Masters' students
  35 minutes for Ph.D. students
  (note that the above time slots include 5 minutes for questions and/or discussion).
• The presentation should include an overview on the subject, a short summary of the work undertaken, results obtained (where applicable) and a suitable conclusion.
• You are strongly advised to consult with your supervisor on the material to be presented.
• Prepare your presentation in electronic format, compatible with projection by means of a data projector. Provide your presentation to the organiser, on a compatible memory medium, well before the start of the session scheduled for your presentation.
• The presentation is to be written in good English and should be accompanied by an oral description in the same language.
• It is good practice not to read from the presentation medium but to address the audience directly.
• Keep in mind that you will be assessed on your performance and the mark will contribute to the final mark of the course, where applicable.
• The presentation should not contain long paragraphs. It is good practice to use short verbal statements and sufficient illustrative figures. Additional details should be provided orally.
• It is strongly recommended that you attend the regular physics seminars organised by the Department in order to observe presentation skills.
• Make sure you present yourself adequately dressed. A formal dress code should be adhered to.