PhD Thesis and Defense Recommendations from Alumni

          Tips for thesis writing

  • Discuss thesis outline and content with supervisors before you start writing.
  • Clear communication lines and make personal deadline with your supervisor and anyone else willing to review your thesis drafts.
  • Plan enough time for writing to avoid last minute pressure.
  • Start looking for an external expert very early enough.
  • Take time to deliberate on your career planning. 
  • Reading older thesis with very good marks.
  • Use AI tools responsibly for example Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot.
  • Complete and submit all administrative documents to faculty coordination office well before the deadline.
  • Prioritize your mental health above all.

     

    Tips for defense preparation

  • Try to practice presenting to friends, not in lay language but in formal language.
  • Practice with someone who is not familiar with your topic. 

     

    Updated July 2026

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