Judging Criteria

The OMSRS Presentation Judging Criteria

Each section is marked out of 10

• Introduction: Clear and precise. Places study in context of published literature or previous knowledge.
• Methods: Concise but accurate summary
• Results: Clear presentation, suitable analysis
• Conclusion: Clear, justifiable, understandable to a non-specialist
• Research skills demonstrated: Technical or intellectual
• Communication: Presents scientific ideas clearly (can be understood by non-specialists); speaks confidently and fluently; engages audience through eye contact, tone variation; visual aids are clear and enhance understanding
• Answering of questions: Responds to questions thoughtfully and effectively