Will James get his PhD? - VIVA

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  • Опубликовано: 20 ноя 2024

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  • @mhbrugman
    @mhbrugman 6 лет назад +290

    Defend a PhD thesis and you will never be scared to answer questions

  • @jamief415
    @jamief415 8 лет назад +494

    Goodness, I was getting nervous myself while I watched this

    • @meinbuch9458
      @meinbuch9458 7 лет назад +4

      Jamie F Lol me too.

    • @cryora
      @cryora 7 лет назад

      Why? It's just a video.

    • @femylafi
      @femylafi 6 лет назад +2

      Me too...

    • @r_____________________
      @r_____________________ 5 лет назад +3

      @@cryora It's called empathy. It's part of the human condition. Maybe you've heard of it?

    • @cryora
      @cryora 5 лет назад

      @@r_____________________ No because my Armenian math teacher told me that if I were to tell a math joke to a psycho major, they would think I am psycho. So I guess I am psycho and have no empathy.

  • @Koba4329
    @Koba4329 11 лет назад +337

    I hardly know the guy and i was smiling when we was given the congrats glad you got it! congratulations... doctor.

    • @auto_ego
      @auto_ego 6 лет назад +3

      Ugh, tag your spoilers!

  • @TheSlimyDog
    @TheSlimyDog 9 лет назад +290

    If I ever need a video to make me feel nice and fuzzy, I just watch this one. It's great.

    • @igrewold
      @igrewold 7 лет назад +8

      Yup, this is realer than a reality show.

    • @waaey4925
      @waaey4925 6 лет назад

      igrewold Of course it is; the majority of people on those shows are just (talentless) actors.

  • @Auautonic
    @Auautonic 8 лет назад +198

    A wonderful story. I'm glad he got his Phd. He looks like such a nice human being. I was unconsciously smiling throughout the whole video.

    • @Dj992Music
      @Dj992Music 6 лет назад +3

      How do you know you were smiling if you were doing it unconsciously? did you record yourself watching this video and go back to check? Are you sure you were doing it unconsciously?

  • @SorcererLord
    @SorcererLord 5 лет назад +22

    Don't know why I've been recommended this video 6 years later, but I got my PhD just last week and I can totally understand the intense nerves and realising that 3 entire years of work were being assessed in one sitting and that passing or failing was totally dependent on it. Cannot describe the elation of passing and knowing you're a doctor!

    • @Dakarai_Knight
      @Dakarai_Knight 4 года назад +2

      I am both terrified and excited ? A little more terror than excitement but it shifts around.

    • @I61void
      @I61void Год назад

      Hey I just read ur comment, what’s ur thesis? Could I read it if I searched it up? Thanks

  • @tjejojyj
    @tjejojyj 8 лет назад +146

    The lack of audio in the viva is no defect. The technical details would have require a mass of explanations for a general audience and his narration over the time lapse was perfected edited and constructed. His body language told the same story he describes. A great RUclips video revealing part of a seminal educational process.

  • @zibbydafuqjo4584
    @zibbydafuqjo4584 11 лет назад +107

    Congratulations Dr. Clewett.

  • @VicodinElmo
    @VicodinElmo 9 лет назад +90

    This makes me happy. To see someone who's devoted themselves so much to their work get what they deserve is brilliant. I know it's been two years, but again, congratulations, Doc ;)

  • @lucickian0yoz
    @lucickian0yoz Год назад +5

    Nine years ago, I was in high school following James' journey as my inspiration for a scientific career. Now I am coming back to these videos, as I have my Viva next Monday. Thank you for everything you have done for me with this channel!

  • @moalmu6357
    @moalmu6357 8 лет назад +43

    I did watch this video several times before my Viva. I would say that James Viva encourages me for my Viva as I have passed my Viva as a direct pass with no corrections whatsoever! Thanks James. I miss Notts Uni and the jubilee campus..

  • @CarlosValenzuela-sx9xb
    @CarlosValenzuela-sx9xb 9 лет назад +68

    this video make me happy

  • @ismaelelayan139
    @ismaelelayan139 6 лет назад +18

    I really enjoyed this video. James’ character looks nice and energetic. The greatest thing is that he was honest about his feelings and sharing them. He showed how enjoyable and challenging it is to get a PhD. Hopefully, i’ll get to share my experience soon.

  • @TheZindarod
    @TheZindarod 10 лет назад +50

    After watching the series, at the end of this video I felt like the professor was congratulating me for being awarded a PhD. :)

  • @markrhodesuk
    @markrhodesuk 2 года назад +5

    I’m about to start my PhD journey in October 2022. Working to get a Doctorate, when all my teachers at secondary school had no faith in me to amount to anything have since got my BSc (Hons) and a MSc degree and now on to the PhD. I WILL get my doctorate.

  • @lite6384
    @lite6384 8 лет назад +42

    Congratulations Dr James Clewett

    • @Imagon100
      @Imagon100 7 лет назад +3

      fcking spoilers

    • @z_6077
      @z_6077 4 года назад

      FulminatedHg watch the video first then lol

  • @LuBre
    @LuBre 3 года назад +2

    I am surre this guy is going to places. Amazing personality, great speech skills, super-nice smile, overall an incredible positive and engaging attitude. Bravissimo!

  • @acruzp
    @acruzp 10 лет назад +3

    I may not be working towards a PhD yet, I'm only 21... but I can relate to James in so many ways, my education is a struggle for me, always working to exceed my expectations. Sometimes it becomes too much, I can absolutely feel for him.

  • @LiiMuRi
    @LiiMuRi 11 лет назад +4

    Congratulations!
    As a PHD student I too dread the final examination of my thesis. And in Finland the final examination is public, so there's an audience there watching you answer all those questions.

  • @jonnywhite952
    @jonnywhite952 2 года назад +1

    I remember watching this for the first time during my second year of undergrad and being in awe. I watch it every now and again, and I am now about to start my own PhD.

  • @adamron4650
    @adamron4650 Год назад +1

    His journey really pushed me a bit, I just came out my viva and I passed🎉, his videos where on just repeat since writing up! Thank you man, no one would ever feel the enormous stress till they go through it themselves. My external examiner was a mess and tried his best to break down, but I was last man standing! All want ones need to have is to know why they put something down on papers and able to justify it

  • @aliciaanne
    @aliciaanne 8 лет назад +53

    James Clewett
    __________________
    Smart: ✔️
    Handsome: ✔️
    Funny: ✔️
    -----------------------------
    Marry Me.

    • @IGetWicked
      @IGetWicked 4 года назад +4

      Successful i Think you forgot that one

    • @aliciaanne
      @aliciaanne 4 года назад +4

      Yes! Successful too!! :)

  • @prrp5244
    @prrp5244 10 лет назад +18

    Imagine criticizing the work of another academic in your own PhD thesis and then that academic ends up being one of your examiners ??
    And by criticizing I mean, referring to an error that academic published many years ago in a Journal.
    That examiner went through that thesis with a fine tooth comb, and even complained about the wording of the title of the thesis.
    still passed....
    It was interesting to see the positive remarks from the other two examiners, and the 3 pages of complaints by the third examiner. Its as if he was reading a different thesis.

    • @IIIIxBeNxIIII
      @IIIIxBeNxIIII 3 года назад

      I had this, I criticised some work by one of my markers, but it shows great level of critical analysis

  • @naybobdenod
    @naybobdenod 9 лет назад +1

    Thank you James for allowing us to be with you on such a momentous occasion.
    All the very best to you and may your life be a long and happy one.
    Most sincerely
    JF ( UK )

  • @uuu12343
    @uuu12343 9 месяцев назад +1

    11 years since I last saw this video
    11 years ago, I was in my polytechnic, this year, I passed my bachelors, I always look back in this video
    I am not sure if I can ever handle the deep intense stress of a PHD but if I ever do, its from this video I get that motivation

  • @Ereinset
    @Ereinset 11 лет назад +2

    I'm so happy for him, and fact is, I never met this guy. After having heard his story for a couple of years on RUclips, I can't help but cheer for his accomplishment!
    We love you James!

  • @rogerdotlee
    @rogerdotlee 7 лет назад +9

    I remember watching this the day it came out. I'm just as excited today, over 4 years later, as I was that day.
    Yes, I cheered. Both times. Deal with it. :P

  • @hugoharada5301
    @hugoharada5301 11 лет назад +1

    Congratulations Dr. Clewett. Saw all the videos about the way that brought to this day. Great stories!!! After "Writing a PhD in a LUNATIC ASYLUM", I was following the story and hoping for the best!! Really happy for you! Congrats!!

  • @quitte92
    @quitte92 11 лет назад +5

    From Tetris Champion to Physics Doctorate. Congratulations on getting your Degree. That's an amazing accomplishment.

  • @yongtaufooboy
    @yongtaufooboy 11 лет назад +26

    Dr Clewett looks like he could tear a diamond into two with his arms. Holy shit.

  • @AlonsoRules
    @AlonsoRules 11 лет назад +2

    A PhD is a great achievement, feel very proud to have got it! Now have a long break.

  • @JohnnyTsu228
    @JohnnyTsu228 11 лет назад +1

    It is so wonderful to see such a kind, interesting person so elated. We've seen James fight through some challenging times, but we all knew he would make it here. Congratulations, Dr. Clewett, we wish you all the best!

  • @n00bspanker
    @n00bspanker 9 лет назад +12

    Love seeing his reaction when he sees all the post-its in his own thesis. Looks like absolute pure dread.

  • @Duncan_Idaho_Potato
    @Duncan_Idaho_Potato 11 лет назад +2

    This is the first video on any of Brady's channels that actually made me tear up. And it was a completely unexpected reaction. Wonderful, wonderful video. Thank you.

  • @ir0n2541
    @ir0n2541 10 лет назад +8

    wow going back to uni mid career to start from scratch, i don't have it in me to do that and kudos to him for seeing it through.

  • @506jeff
    @506jeff 9 лет назад +4

    congratulations dr clewett, you deserve it. very hard working & bright young man you are!!

  • @DeJayHank
    @DeJayHank 11 лет назад +1

    Very good to hear. I watched the other videos on your journey about the stress and ups and downs and I'm glad to hear it's finally done and you passed.
    Good Luck in the future Dr. James! ;)

  • @sanjosemike3137
    @sanjosemike3137 4 года назад

    I’m so happy for him. His years of hard work paid off.
    Heartiest congratulations!!
    Sanjosemike (no longer in CA)

  • @erikaokta5247
    @erikaokta5247 3 года назад

    I came from Reddit because somebody linked this totally awesome video. A week from now on I'll be having an undergrad thesis defense. Sure it's nothing compared to this guy's work but strangely enough this video calms me down. Thank you, James!

  • @markgbyrne
    @markgbyrne Год назад

    My viva at QUB was quite different. I had four other people in the room with me: the internal and external examiners, my supervisor (not allowed to speak) and a chairperson. It went on for close to two hours. It was friendly, but intense as both examiners were leading experts in my field. Near the end, my supervisor had to leave and I was asked how I found the experience of working with him. After that, I was asked to leave and I waited for around 30 minutes in another room with my supervisor. When I was called back in, they immediately told me that I had been awarded my doctorate with minor corrections and congratulated me. They then briefly went through each of the corrections, ranging from punctuation to additional sentences of explanation. Then we shook hands, said goodbye and I found myself out on the street with a big grin on my face.

  • @brains7733
    @brains7733 3 года назад

    08:07 What an absolute relief to hear those words !!. CONGRATULATIONS. Well done!

  • @livesforcake
    @livesforcake 11 лет назад

    Oh my god this brings back some memories. I didn't do my PhD in Physics, or even science, but this is so familiar. The stakes are amazing, and so the nerves before the viva are horrendous, then you get into your flow, and then... the pause while the examiners speak about the Viva is, if anything even more nerve wracking but boy the feeling when it's over is something else, relief is spot on but what a sense of relief! Well done James, no corrections by the look of it, awesome!

  • @algebraist1997
    @algebraist1997 2 месяца назад +1

    I had mine this week, I didn't sleep the night before either. I think the viva in essence is explaining your work to a specialist in your field, in the way you might e-mail the author of a paper you've read for clarification on something, except here it's in person. So the way I prepared was just reading my entire thesis and asking myself at every sentence, do I know what I'm saying? You pass as long as you can show it's work you've written yourself and it's correct, modulo small revisions. You are not required to know anything outside of what's in your thesis, even if you're asked.

  • @rafiqzulrani5106
    @rafiqzulrani5106 3 года назад

    thank you for sharing this wonderful moment with us. Congratulation Dr James Clewett.

  • @IliyanBobev
    @IliyanBobev 11 лет назад

    gratz James. Great journalism Brady, you not only asked the interesting questions, but showed the emotion of it all. Thanks.

  • @erictaylor5462
    @erictaylor5462 9 лет назад +16

    Great job, Doctor.

  • @BullittZA
    @BullittZA 11 лет назад

    It is so great to see this! I had been hoping to get an update on how it all went. Having the camera there was a treat!
    It amazes me how similar his and my emotions were before, during and after the examination. I had a highly-respected Prof from Italy attend my examination, a guy that supervised many of the PhDs I had referenced, and had written quite a number of books. I was incredibly nervous, but he ended up being the nicest possible examiner. Huge relief! The happiness came later.

  • @silvialogan9226
    @silvialogan9226 5 лет назад +1

    I congratulate you for receiving your PhD, James. You should be very proud of yourself.

  • @ternstrom19
    @ternstrom19 9 лет назад +3

    Far and away my favorite Nottinghamscience video.

  • @Symbioticism
    @Symbioticism 11 лет назад +1

    It seems that he couldn't be a nicer and more humble man - I am so glad he passed!

  • @jacksoncarr
    @jacksoncarr 11 лет назад

    Congratulations, Dr. James Clewett! It has been a pleasure to follow you through this endeavor of yours, and I look forward to seeing you in future videos!

  • @Walsh2571
    @Walsh2571 10 лет назад +23

    Well this just inspired me to get on with maths revision.

    • @TheTslat
      @TheTslat 9 лет назад +1

      +Walsh2571 Well it's been 11 months now.
      Have you started that revision yet?

    • @Walsh2571
      @Walsh2571 9 лет назад

      +TheTslat Lets just say maths was my least scored unit.

    • @Walsh2571
      @Walsh2571 8 лет назад +3

      +Rqwerty123456 Ended up being my highest scored last semester. Graph theory is mint. Oh well now i'm doing purely physics and chemistry in my 3rd year.

    • @KirbyTheKirb
      @KirbyTheKirb 7 лет назад +1

      And now?

    • @afzalrahman
      @afzalrahman 5 лет назад +1

      Graduated with a first class right?

  • @816bigbear
    @816bigbear 11 лет назад

    Next year in the fall I hope to begin my grad studies of math in the states. I dream about the day that I get a PhD. I don't know you, James, but you are one of mu inspire me to keep going. That smile on your face says it all. Congrats man!!

  • @DeclanMBrennan
    @DeclanMBrennan 11 лет назад

    Big Congratulations Dr. Clewett. Although a total stranger, this video almost brought tears to my eyes. Hope you're going to have some serious down time now.

  • @SapphireSiren
    @SapphireSiren 11 лет назад +7

    CONGRATULATIONS, DR. CLEWETT! 8D

  • @DeoMachina
    @DeoMachina 11 лет назад +2

    Three cheers for James! This actually cheered me up. If this channel has been good for one thing it's that it makes me want to try harder in my own work. I might not go for a Phd, but still :D

  • @KlevaOyibo
    @KlevaOyibo 11 лет назад

    Congratulations James. Watching through these videos and learning about your life experiences so far has amazed me, I really know you worked hard and deserved this, and really glad you decided to give back to the "internet" world through these series. I hope that you continue to do so Dr Clewett.

  • @edgreenhalgh9559
    @edgreenhalgh9559 2 года назад

    This is the perfect encapsulation of my viva. I love this man

  • @SundayFive58
    @SundayFive58 11 лет назад

    Congratulations! I know how hard it is to face that moment... but it's all worth it.

  • @TheLeaderleader
    @TheLeaderleader 5 лет назад

    WOW! I felt every moment in this video, nervous, excited, smiling, I swear I sweat when the interview started. Congrats! I enjoyed watching this video

  • @mcpheonixx
    @mcpheonixx 11 лет назад

    Congratulations Sir., You deserve every accolade you receive for reaching your goal. I'm sure we all will be waiting for more video's about your work.

  • @SwGuru
    @SwGuru 11 лет назад

    Almost bought a tear to my eye! Congratulations Dr Clewett,
    Hope to see more of your work in the future.

  • @ZiqqiPH
    @ZiqqiPH 11 лет назад

    I love the videos with James Clewett. He seems like such a nice and genuine guy.

  • @vimlopop
    @vimlopop 11 лет назад +2

    I love this because my dad never told me anything about how he got his PhD so now I know what he went through.

  • @Telliria
    @Telliria 11 лет назад

    Particularly for a PhD the examinators are chosen because they have the appropriate knowledge and experience to evaluate the thesis. You don't just take anyone.
    And if there should be misunderstandings they'll be cleared out during the VIVA.

  • @whitemage9999
    @whitemage9999 11 лет назад

    I've been following this guy for the past two years or so, it's an emotional time for me as well!

  • @PelegTsadok
    @PelegTsadok 11 лет назад

    I really felt joy toward Dr. Clewett, this video really made me smile non-stop while being alone in my room. Congratulations Dr. Clewett!!!!

  • @rogermush
    @rogermush 11 лет назад

    Delighted for you and well done. Thanks for sharing you're experience and excitement, it's an inspiration. Astonishing how familiar you have become through the videos and in some bizarre way, it makes one feel part of your achievement. Congratulations.

  • @Twitchi
    @Twitchi 11 лет назад +1

    This made me smile so hard when watching it.. Well done Dr. Clewett!!
    I have been following your story for a while now and I am positively over-joyed to hear of your well earned success

  • @guppy818
    @guppy818 11 лет назад

    Started following your story James back in my a-levels and now myself am at uni. Genuinely so very happy for you mate! Great work!

  • @machouchacha
    @machouchacha 11 лет назад +16

    Congratulations! I remember when my ex-boyfriend got his PhD in Quantum Physics - it really was an amazing moment! Enjoy! :D

  • @Psenas
    @Psenas 11 лет назад

    Dear Brady,
    I want to honestly say youve stepped up your game greatly, hell youve stepped up
    anyones game. This is what youtube is supposed to be about. Being able to share such powerful moments with the rest of the world. Big thanks to James for volunteering. Congrats to him and I hope ill be able to achieve the same one day!

  • @craiggarrett34
    @craiggarrett34 11 лет назад

    Congratulations James! Hearing you talk about how it was an enjoyable experience reminded me of my masters thesis presentation. Nowhere near as hard as a PhD of course, but it was the same kind of experience for me. I was so nervous before hand, but once I got started, it was just a relief and a joy to finally get to present what I did.

  • @ppcollins01
    @ppcollins01 11 лет назад

    Congratulations. I've got my viva in 10 days time and it's good to see someone with equal amounts of dread. I'm rereading my thesis now and starting to freak out. If you say you'd do it again then maybe mine won't be too bad. Congratulations again and enjoy the relief.

  • @Imtiaznadvee
    @Imtiaznadvee 4 года назад +2

    I laughed with joy when the professor said that James will be awarded with PhD.

  • @perniciousnc
    @perniciousnc 11 лет назад

    im so happy for james!! glad to share your journey here!

  • @travistdwp
    @travistdwp 11 лет назад

    So inspiring. Thank you James for trying your hardest to accomplish your goals. And thank you Brady for documenting it for us.

  • @Noovil25
    @Noovil25 11 лет назад

    What DOCTOR Clewett said is truly inspiring, he had so much passion for what he does that it made my eyes water. I know I would go through similar experience in the future, so thank you very much. Oh and congratulations James!

  • @zachb.4429
    @zachb.4429 5 лет назад

    Brady I have always loved this video. I have watched it many many times and for a long long time. I like to think about myself being where he is. it has always motivated me seeing where my interests can lead. Thank you for that

  • @strawbkittycake
    @strawbkittycake 8 лет назад +1

    I'm so happy for him! Congratulations on your PhD!

  • @BTHobbies
    @BTHobbies 11 лет назад

    This has been my favorite series of videos. It's wonderful to see the personal element of pushing back the frontier of human knowledge.
    Grats to James!

  • @DudokX
    @DudokX 11 лет назад

    ow yeah! Brady for this and the other videos with James you deserve some prize. I have never felt like I am feeling right now after watching youtube video before. It is great feeling because I really wanted that James will get his PhD and now he has it. Absolute win!

  • @darkdevil905
    @darkdevil905 9 лет назад +5

    Congratulations James, i know it's weird that i'm writting this comment but i'm really happy that you got awarded a PhD

  • @awregorwegergergerht
    @awregorwegergergerht 11 лет назад

    Congratulations Dr. Clewett on acing the viva! Super happy you achieved your goal, you definitely deserve it.

  • @ThePrisma90
    @ThePrisma90 11 лет назад

    Congratulations James! We're all very happy for and proud of you!

  • @MrAlejandrohb
    @MrAlejandrohb 10 лет назад

    I am also working my way for my PhD (in engineering), I just wanted to congratulate you for getting yours, I know you worked very hard for it and you are one of a kind. Thank you for inspiring me =)

    • @AlchemistOfNirnroot
      @AlchemistOfNirnroot 10 лет назад

      Is Engineering difficult (when it comes to theory)? BTW I know nothing about the field.

  • @pamanes7
    @pamanes7 11 лет назад +4

    Congratulations man, you deserve it

  • @EbonAvatar
    @EbonAvatar 11 лет назад +1

    I'm really happy about this. Excellent work, Dr. Clewett, you deserve it!

  • @goldfingerhardcore
    @goldfingerhardcore 6 лет назад +2

    That was a fantastic video :) I am about to have my PhD Viva next week and I am scared and thrilled at the same time. It is really weird but I am so looking forward to it.

  • @mokopa
    @mokopa 11 лет назад

    Oh my word! What a thrill to have shared this experience, thank you so much for sharing it with us. This servers as an ENORMOUS encouragement to myself and, I'm sure, many others. Congratulations!

  • @grandexandi
    @grandexandi 11 лет назад

    I was so nervous! I nearly cried. This whole process was so instigating and emotional, and I'm saying that from the perspective of a mere spectator, I can only imagine what it was like for him! All the best for James and, of course, thank you Brady for these amazing videos!

  • @HENJAM48
    @HENJAM48 11 лет назад

    I started watching Dr James' vids long after this, so why do I feel proud?! Well done.

  • @1954BJohn
    @1954BJohn 11 лет назад

    Many congratulations James!! - you always come across as a genuine guy. Hope you'll continue to do video's, I always find your content very interesting.

  • @davejacobsen3014
    @davejacobsen3014 6 лет назад

    Having known people who have been through this I really understand his numbness and joy. I never got this far on my graduate degree, but as he said, some fail. Just getting the dissertation written, choosing the field of research is beyond what most of us can do.

  • @aszlanselamat4687
    @aszlanselamat4687 8 лет назад +5

    congratulations

  • @Longuncattr
    @Longuncattr 11 лет назад +1

    So I'm sat here being really happy for a guy I've never met. Congratulations, Dr. Clewett!

  • @NedTheDread
    @NedTheDread 11 лет назад

    I would like to add, Dr. Clewett, you are clearly a brilliant man, I can't wait to see more of you! Congrats again!

  • @goronyudo
    @goronyudo 11 лет назад

    You definitely deserve it. Keep your head very high and thank you for sharing such an amazing experience.
    Cheerio!

  • @jude4021
    @jude4021 11 лет назад

    This video made my day. So happy for you James... I'm hopping up and down in my chair here in New Zealand... great news and well deserved. Sincere thanks for letting us all share in your journey. :)

  • @Skeluz
    @Skeluz 11 лет назад

    Man... I'm so proud of you James. :)
    Thanks for being so honest with everything about and around the viva. Truly enjoyed it and congratulations for the recommendation!