Institution: Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig (HBK)
Deadline: 17 August 2025
Location: Braunschweig, Germany
As part of its annual Braunschweig Projects, HBK Braunschweig is awarding one curatorial fellowship to support emerging curators with at least 3 years of experience. The programme encourages curators to develop an exhibition with the artistic fellows and realise an independent project in collaboration with a cultural institution in Lower Saxony.
Fellowship Format
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Duration: 12 months, starting 1 April 2026
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Monthly stipend: €1,500
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Rent-free studio apartment in Braunschweig (utilities: €200/month)
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Residency requirement: at least 8 months during term time
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Exhibition budget: up to €4,000
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Travel budget: €2,000
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Participation in Welcome Weeks (20–30 April 2026) is mandatory
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Arrival in the residence possible from 15 April 2026
Eligibility Criteria
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Minimum 3 years of curatorial experience
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No concurrent third-party funding or state scholarships allowed during the fellowship
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Strong interest in collaboration with HBK’s network of students and faculty
Programme Highlights
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Curate the final exhibition for the Braunschweig Projects artistic fellows
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Develop an independent curatorial project in cooperation with a museum, collection, or academic/cultural institution in Lower Saxony
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Engage in project planning, budgeting, communication, and public mediation
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Contribute to the academic and artistic community of HBK Braunschweig
