Media Release
Mangaluru, Jan 1: Srinivas University’s Institute of Allied Health Sciences (IAHS) recently organised an undergraduate open viva-voce examination, where students presented their thesis research on healthcare topics.
One of the key presentations was on “Evaluation of Falls in Geriatric Population,” which focused on understanding the prevalence, causes, and preventive strategies for falls among older adults. The study employed a structured research methodology to collect and analyze data from the target population.
The viva aimed to assess the student’s understanding of the research topic, evaluate their ability to present and defend their thesis, examine analytical and critical thinking skills, verify the originality and completeness of the work, provide constructive feedback for professional growth, and ensure that academic standards were met for successful undergraduate completion.
During the session, the student successfully presented and defended their thesis, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the subject and research methodology. They answered examiner questions effectively, clarified doubts with confidence, and showcased excellent presentation and communication skills.
The programme allowed for critical evaluation and constructive feedback, further reinforcing the student’s analytical thinking, research skills, and academic competence.
The event was coordinated by Prof Pavana Krishnamoorthy, dean of SIAHS, and Krishna Kumar, assistant professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine, SIAHS.
A total of 35 students participated, including 30 from the Department of Emergency Medicine and 5 from Intensive Care & Medical Instrumentation. Key activities included verification of thesis submission, student presentation, question-and-answer sessions, discussion on methodology and findings, and feedback from the examination committee.
The committee concluded the viva by evaluating the student’s performance and recommending the thesis for successful completion of the undergraduate programme.
The student’s work was found to be original, well-structured, and academically sound, with constructive suggestions provided for minor improvements. The examination also highlighted the student’s contribution to research in geriatric healthcare, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 3 on good health and well-being, as well as SDG 4 on quality education, by fostering critical thinking, research skills, and lifelong learning.
The UG open viva-voce examination at Srinivas University was successfully conducted, providing a platform to assess research capabilities, analytical skills, and communication proficiency. The examination committee commended the student for their diligence, scholarly effort, and academic rigor, emphasising the value of structured research and professional development in allied health education.