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About UJ Artist In Residence Programme 2026
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is excited to announce the opening of applications for its UJ Artist In Residence Programme,ย which has been running since 2022.
UJ Artist In Residence Programme is designed to foster arts practice as research and is aimed at artist-academics across various disciplines.
UJ invites both emerging and established artists from around the world, preferably with a connection to Africa, to apply.
Summary of the UJ Artist In Residence Programme ย 2026
- Type: Research fellowship
- Sponsored by: University of Johannesburg
- Eligible Countries: All
- Duration: 12 โ 24 months
- Benefits: Monthly stipend of R10,000, Chance of choosing remote or physical residences
- Deadline: July 31, 2025
Eligibility Criteria for the UJ Artist In Residence Programmeย 2026
- Applicants should hold a relevant post-school qualification.
- Applicants must not have affiliations with other tertiary institutions in South Africa.
- Eligible Disciplines:
- Visual Arts and Fine Arts
- Music
- Theatre
- Performance and Dance
- Design
- Film and Television
- Literary Arts
- The Artists in Residence Programme requires that artists complete at least one creative output project within a 12-month or 24-month period (for Film and Television and Literary Arts).
- All projects must meet the Department of Higher Educationโs standards for creative output.
Benefits of the UJ Artist In Residence Programme 2026
Stipend and Residencies
- Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R10,000 (subject to statutory deductions).
- The programme is intended as a stimulus effort, and no additional seed funding, travel, accommodation, or per diems will be provided beyond the monthly stipend.
- Applicants may choose between remote or physical residencies; however, note that there are limited spaces available for offices, studios, rehearsal, and performance areas.
Selection Process for the UJ Artist In Residence Programme 2026
- Artists In Residence positions are awarded through a rigorous and competitive academic process, with careful consideration of the applicantโs career track record, productivity, academic writing experience, and the quality of their residency proposal.
- Only those who meet academic and professional standards will be selected.
Deadline: July 31, 2025
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