Madinah, Saudi Arabia – November 11, 2026

The Islamic University of Madinah organized a Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition as part of its second Graduate Studies Week, held under the theme “From Empowerment to Impact.”

The competition took place at the university's Al-Salam Hall, aiming to strengthen graduate students' academic presentation and communication skills while encouraging them to explain their research clearly and concisely.

Three Minutes and One Presentation Slide

Participants were challenged to present the subject and significance of their research within three minutes, using only one presentation slide.

The format encouraged students to identify the most important aspects of their research and communicate them in an accessible way.

Presentations were delivered to an audience of non-specialists, placing particular emphasis on clarity and effective scientific communication.

Judging Committee Led by Dean of Scientific Research

The competition was supervised by a judging committee chaired by Dr. Abdullah Naamoun, Dean of Scientific Research.

Participants were assessed on the clarity of their content, their ability to simplify complex research concepts, and their effectiveness in communicating with the audience.

Making Academic Research More Accessible

By presenting research to non-specialists, participants were encouraged to move beyond technical terminology and explain their work in a way that could be understood by a wider audience.

This approach supports the development of communication skills that are valuable in academic presentations, scientific conferences, and public engagement.

Supporting Graduate Research Skills

The 3MT Competition formed part of the university's second Graduate Studies Week, themed “From Empowerment to Impact.”

The initiative reflects the university's focus on developing graduate students' ability to communicate research effectively and demonstrate the significance of their academic work.

Through the competition, participants gained an opportunity to practice concise presentations and strengthen their confidence in sharing research with diverse audiences.