This form is to be completed for students defending. It needs to be completed at least 4 weeks prior to the defense date
After the thesis committee has approved the writing of the thesis, the student selects a date for the thesis defense in consultation with the Thesis Committee. The defense must be held in person on the Yale campus, with the entire Thesis Committee present. Typically, the defense lasts 1 to 2 hours and starts with an introduction of the student by the Thesis Advisor, followed by a 45-55 min seminar by the student. This is followed by a private examination of the student by the Thesis Committee.