Thesis Colors 2026: Faculty Guide

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Infographic "Thesis Colors 2026: Updated Faculty Guide" by GUUG Copisteria. The image shows a list of traditional theses binding colors associated with the main faculties: Law (blue), Economics (green and yellow), Humanities (red), Psychology (purple), Medicine (maroon), Architecture (black), and Engineering (gray and blue). — Thesis on the way? Don’t get the colour wrong! Here’s the updated 2026 infographic to help you choose the right cover for your degree programme.

Italian University Thesis Colors: The Complete 2026 Guide

Which Color Belongs to Your Faculty?

Graduating in Italy comes with several unique traditions, and one of the most iconic is choosing the correct color for your thesis binding. Historically, every academic faculty has a specific color associated with it, and presenting your final dissertation in the right shade is an essential part of the graduation experience.

Whether you are studying to become a lawyer, an engineer, or a doctor, picking the exact hue for your big day is a must. Here is the updated 2026 guide to help you find the perfect match for your degree:

Law (Giurisprudenza): Blue
Economics (Economia): Green
Literature (Lettere): Red
Psychology (Psicologia): Purple
Medicine (Medicina): Burgundy
Architecture (Architettura): Black
Engineering (Ingegneria): Grey / Silver

Make sure to double-check with your specific university, but these classic colors are the standard across most Italian institutions!