The Right Fit
Thesis examination regulations are like clothing sizes in different stores: largely the same but with lots of small differences that can add up to a different experience.
If a friend has told you about viva rules, check. If you think you’ve heard it all and it all sounds fine, check. If you checked in your first year and now you’ve submitted your thesis, check!
Viva regulations change from time to time: submission protocols, paperwork requirements, video vivas and more. Particularly over the last few years many, many universities will have either revised or restated their regulations.
Check thesis examination regulations in the same way that you would try on clothes to be sure they were the right fit. You don’t want any unexpected surprises or an experience you’re not prepared for.