For the second time in the 2025/26 academic year, the Department of Romance Studies is awarding a prize for the best Master's thesis: the ROMANIA PRIZE. All students/graduates who are writing their Master's thesis in the Romance studies subjects French, Italian or Spanish are eligible to apply, regardless of which academic subject area (didactics, literature/cultural studies, linguistics) they are studying and which curriculum they are completing (teacher training or Master's degree programme). An outstanding Master's thesis will be honoured in the summer semester 2026. The winner can look forward to the fine prize money of 500 euros! By the way: 'professional life' or not; 500 euros more in the holiday fund in 2026 will also make a difference... but then of course be sure to travel to the Romansh-speaking world!!!
Find the exact conditions of participation here; and then just write, write, write... so that you can apply with your outstanding Master's thesis by 31 March 2026! Master's theses that have already been assessed in 2025 (from April 2025) will also be considered.
And if you still need support and suggestions for your Master's thesis, don't hesitate to consult the lecturers and potential supervisors at the Department of Romance Studies.