Open Call for Applications: Curating the Digital: 6-Month Online Program by Node Center
Application deadline: June 24, 2026.
Duration: 6 months
This program is by application. To apply, please fill in this form
Today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape poses new opportunities and challenges for curators and art professionals. From the emergence of media art and the Internet to the adoption of immersive technologies like augmented and virtual reality in exhibition-making, digital technologies have transformed the way we create and experience art. As a result, traditional curatorial methods need to be rethought.
‘Curating the Digital’ is a 6-month online program specifically tailored for curators and art professionals seeking to explore the possibilities and challenges of curating in the Digital Age. It will introduce participants to practical tools, technical expertise, and critical perspectives necessary to thrive in this constantly moving field of curating. By drawing on theories from media art, digital culture, and contemporary curating, as well as real-world case studies, we inspire participants to cultivate their unique curatorial approach by using digital technologies in a meaningful way.
The Program will cover:
- Overview of diverse approaches to digital art and curating
- Review of new technological developments that are shaping the arts
- Case studies of hybrid art experiences that combine physical and digital formats
- Examples of creative curatorial experimentation with technologies such as AI, VR, and AR
- Introduction to tools for curating, designing and coordinating curatorial projects that utilize digital technologies
Throughout the program, participants will develop their own curatorial project using digital technologies, to create new ways of experiencing art that are multilayered, immersive and participatory. The dynamic curriculum includes a tailored series of theoretical and practical courses, interactive live sessions and ongoing mentorship through group workshops.
Please note that admission to the program is by application and requires candidates to possess an understanding of the fundamental principles of curating and contemporary art. If you are looking for a foundational program in curating, we recommend our International Curatorial Program.
Download the full program guide here.
Participation Fee
- 6 installments of 225 EUR* per month (total 1350 EUR)
- or 1 installment of 1080 EUR* (save 20%)
*Discount codes cannot be used for this program. The listed price already includes a 20% reduction for one-time payment.
Enrolment Process
- Apply for the Program – Submit your application through this form.
- Wait for Your Acceptance Email – Our team will review your application and notify you via email if you are accepted into the program.
- Complete Your Enrollment – Once you receive the acceptance email, you can proceed with the payment directly on this page to secure your spot.
Features
- Specially tailored online courses to equip you with a strong grounding in digital curatorial practices.
- Expert instruction from international academics and practitioners specialized in the field of art and technology.
- Working sessions to develop your own digital curatorial project stage-by-stage.
- Ongoing short exercises and recommendations to solidify your learning and expand your knowledge.
- A Certificate of Completion to verify your achievement.
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