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Each year, we hold a Student Day, an event for health psychology students and academics.
Each year, we hold a Student Day, an event for health psychology students and academics.
We have a variety of presentations, including students sharing their research and accounts of practicum placements, a guest speaker, and thought-provoking presenters whose insights will surely captivate your interest.
We have a variety of presentations, including students sharing their research and accounts of practicum placements, a guest speaker, and thought-provoking presenters whose insights will surely captivate your interest.
Join us for the next Student Day
Join us for the next Student Day
Date: 4 December 2025 (12.30-5pm)
Venue: Wellington Campus, 4D11
Meet other students health psychology academics and professionals and learn about their work.
Hear about former students' journeys into the workplace.
Share your work in a supportive atmosphere. (Please take a look below for more on presenting at this event.)
You need not be a health psych student or enrolled in our programme, but simply keen to engage with health psychology people and ideas. So, please share this information with anyone interested in attending. All welcome!
Past student days
Past student days
2020s Hybrid: in-person & online
2020s Hybrid: in-person & online
2024, Wellington | 2023, Auckland
2022, Wellington | 2020 Auckland
2010s In-person only
2010s In-person only
2018, Auckland | 2017, Wellington | 2016, Palmerston North | 2015 Auckland | 2014, Wellington
2011+12, Palmerston North | 2010, Auckland
Presenting at the student day
Presenting at the student day
We encourage students to present. This is an opportunity to present in a very supportive atmosphere focused on sharing, connecting, and growth. You can speak about:
Research - your research plans or findings. Presenting your work could allow you to connect with others interested in the same area or practice for that next conference presentation!
Practicum experiences - Our students have such a diverse range of practicum placements, and we would be very pleased to hear about where yours took place and how it went. This is particularly interesting for future practicum students.
You may choose one of the following options. We especially welcome short-form presentations! (Scroll to the end to read why.)
Standard format
Standard format
12 minutes for talking + 3 minutes for questions/discussion, with or without slides.
3MT: The 3-Minute Thesis
3MT: The 3-Minute Thesis
Objective: Explain your research to a non-specialist audience in under 3 minutes.
Visual Aid: One 4:3 slide with no animations, videos, or props.
Content: Skip self-introduction, acknowledgements, and complex data. Focus on clear, simple communication.
Tips & Resources: The 3-Minute Thesis
FMS: The 5-Minute Showcase
FMS: The 5-Minute Showcase
Objective: Deliver a concise 5-minute presentation.
Slides: Use up to 5 visual slides (plus a title slide). No text, animations, videos, or sound files. Simple transitions only.
Content: Highlight the most exciting or important aspects of your research..
Tips & Resources: Short and Sweet: Mastering Quick Presentations | Inc.com | Mastering the Art of the Five-Minute Presentation
PK: The Pecha Kucha Presentation
PK: The Pecha Kucha Presentation
Objective: Present with a strict format of 20 slides shown for 20 seconds each (6 minutes, 40 seconds total).
Slides: Visual-only slides. No text, animations, videos, or sound files. Transitions are automatic.
Tips & Resources: Mastering Pecha Kucha | PPT Template
Why do a short-form talk?
Why do a short-form talk?
⭐ Make your work stand out. By choosing this format, you ensure your presentation is memorable and well-received.
Create a Buzz: Short presentations generate excitement and energy at networking events. They keep the event energetic and offer something new with each presentation.
Cover Big Ideas Efficiently: You can deliver impactful messages without needing extended time.
Capture Audience Interest: Audiences love short presentations because they’re concise, engaging, and don’t drag on.
Keep Things Dynamic: The variety of topics in short presentations keeps the event lively and interesting.
🙌🏾Elevate the quality of your delivery. Opting for this format not only challenges you to refine your ideas but also makes your presentation more powerful and memorable.
Sharpen Your Focus: You'll zero in on the most crucial message, making it clear and impactful for your audience.
Streamline Your Content: By narrowing your scope, you avoid overwhelming your audience and keep them engaged.
Plan for Success: With limited time, you'll be more intentional in your preparation, ensuring every point you make is purposeful.
Enhance Your Clarity: The process of editing your content will make your presentation more polished and compelling.
👏🏽 Audiences prefer short presentations.
They’re concise and won't drag on if the topic isn’t interesting to some in the audience.
They offer variety, keeping the event dynamic and engaging.
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