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PhD Final Viva Completed

Successfully defended my PhD at 28 after 3.5 years of research into anthropology, sacred landscapes, and consciousness—excited for what's ahead!
17 May 2025
Written by Rufus Malim
Alumni News
Rufus Malim holding his defended thesis on the 14th May at the University of Extremadura in Cáceres.
Rufus Malim holding his defended thesis on the 14th May at the University of Extremadura in Cáceres.

On Wednesday, 14th May, I successfully defended my PhD thesis in my final viva. After three and a half years of dedicated research, writing, and navigating the demands of academic buearcracy, I am proud to have completed my doctorate with excellent results.

I am especially grateful to all those who supported me throughout this journey—mentors, peers, friends, and family—whose encouragement made this achievement possible.

I was also pleased to complete the PhD by the age of 28, which is slightly earlier than average.

Looking ahead, I aim to continue my work in anthropology by mapping and engaging with sacred landscapes, further investigating the nature of consciousness, and contributing to deeper understandings of the human experience.

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