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Jun 2023
22m 36s

How to nail your psychology viva

Dr Marianne Trent
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Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode:

How to Nail your psychology viva

Thank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast.

It’s getting to that time of year where Vivas are about. But what is one and how can you nail it?

Let me guide you through my 12 top tips.

There’s also a bloopers reel you might enjoy on YouTube too!

I hope you find it a useful listen.

I’d of course love any feedback you might have, and I’d love to know what your offers are and to be connected with you on socials so I can help you to celebrate your wins!

The Highlights:

  • (00:00): Overview
  • (00:49): Intro – what is a viva?
  • (02:54): Does everyone offer a Viva?
  • (03:55): Top Tip 1
  • (05:41): Top Tip 2
  • (07:30): Top Tip 3
  • (08:47): Top Tip 4
  • (09:44): Top Tip 5
  • (11:57): Top Tip 6
  • (13:00): Top Tip 7
  • (14:00): Top Tip 8
  • (15:01): Top Tip 9
  • (15:50): Top Tip 10
  • (16:51): Top Tip 11
  • (17:30): Top Tip 12
  • (18:15): Summary and Close

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