The TUM Diversity Research Prize recognizes outstanding research that explores issues of diversity, equal opportunities, and social inclusion. The prize highlights academic contributions that examine inequalities and discriminatory structures, challenge established norms, and offer new perspectives for building a more inclusive society. At the same time, the TUM Diversity Research Prize underscores the relevance of this research for policy, industry, and society, while fostering the transfer of scientific knowledge into practice.
The Staff Unit Diversity & Inclusion awards one bachelor's thesis and one master's thesis as well as one doctoral thesis each year that takes gender and / or diversity aspects into account. The prize is endowed with € 1.000 each.
How to apply
The application must be made by the bachelor / master student or PhD candidate together with their supervisor. To do this, please bundle the following content into 1 PDF document:
- Abstract of the thesis
- Grading of the thesis
- Explanation of the gender or diversity aspects taken into account
- Contact details of the submitting and supervising person
This document must be signed by the student and the supervisor. Please attach the bachelor's / master's / doctoral thesis in an additional PDF and send your application to diversity@tum.de.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The date of application is decisive for receiving an award for the respective calendar year.
Bachelor thesis
Name: Andrew Ibrahim
Title: A mixed methods approach to perceived mobility injustice in Blumenau, Munich with a focus on people with a migration background
Supervisor: Prof. Dr. -Ing. Gebhard Wulfhorst; Sindi Haxhija
School: TUM School of Engineering and Design
Master thesis
Name: Viola Nuener
Title: Male Allyship for Female Entrepreneurs: Exploring the role of male allies in promoting gender equality in entrepreneurship
Supervisor: Prof. Hana Milanov, PhD; Vera Eger
School: TUM School of Management
PhD
Name: Dr. Alice Beazer
Title: Solidarity in and through Journalism: An Exploration of Minoritized Group Coverage and Journalists' Roles
Supervisor: 1. TUM Junior Fellow Stefanie Walter, PhD; 2. Asst. Prof. Dr. Scott Eldridge II; 3. Prof. Dr. Hanan Badr
School: TUM School of Social Sciences and Technology
