The viva is an oral examination also known as a thesis defence. In Latin it means “living voice” with the idea that you give voice to your research while being examined by a panel made up of an internal examiner from the university, an external examiner from another university, and a chair who is there to ensure smooth running of the examination.
I completed mine last week for my research on mental health in ultra-endurance athletes. I am delighted to say that I passed with minor corrections!
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