Research Papers

Length3,000–5,000 words (excluding references and appendices)
FormatMicrosoft Word (.docx)
Style GuideAPA Manual 7th Edition
LanguageUnited Kingdom English

Required Structure

  • Title Page
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Results / Findings
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion and Recommendations
  • References 
  • Appendices 

Paper Presentation

Duration20 to 25 minutes for presentation and 15 minutes for Q & A 
FormatMicrosoft PowerPoint (.pptx) 

Required Structure

  • Title slide with presenter information 
  • Structure (Introduction, Methodology, Key Points, Conclusion)  
  • Font: Arial, Calibri or Aptos  
  • Minimum font size: 14 pt  
  • Visuals (charts, graphs, images) encouraged (Two or less per slide)  
  • Minimal text per slide

Digital Poster Presentations

OrientationLandscape
FormatPDF or High-resolution PNG

Required Content

  • Title
  • Author(s) and affiliation(s)
  • Structure (Introduction, Key Points, Conclusion) 
  • Visuals (charts, graphs, images) encouraged (Two or less per slide) 

Design Tips

  • Font: Arial, Calibri or Aptos 
  • Minimum font size: 48 pt
  • Limited text 
  • Test readability from 2 or 3 metres away before submission
  • Visuals (charts, graphs, images) encouraged 

Oral Presentations

Duration20 to 25 minutes for presentation and 15 minutes for Q & A
FormatMicrosoft PowerPoint (.pptx)

Required Content

  • Title slide with presenter information
  • Structure (Introduction, Key Points, Conclusion) 
  • Font: Arial, Calibri or Aptos 
  • Minimum font size: 14 pt 
  • Visuals (charts, graphs, images) encouraged (Two or less per slide) 
  • Minimal text per slide