This is an essay prize run by Forum of Modern Language Studies (Oxford Academic) and is open to all researchers, whether early-career or established. The theme this year is, Science and the arts. They have detailed guidelines, including, “The topic may be addressed from the perspective of any of the literatures and cultures (including literary linguistics, translation and comparative approaches) normally covered by the journal: Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Slavonic, and Spanish. Please note that material of a predominantly social science or sociological nature falls outside our scope.
We are seeking submissions that focus on literature, film, art, or other cultural outputs that relate to the subject of “Science and the arts”, be that through engaging with the theme more broadly, or with regard to specific aspects of the theme as it relates to the discipline(s) covered by Forum for Modern Language Studies. ” The winning essay will also get published in an issue of Forum for Modern Language Studies. Submission is via a form.
Value: £500
Deadline: 1 July 2026
Open for: All researchers, whether early-career or established
Details here.

Deadline: July 1st, 2026