{"id":3702,"date":"2025-07-11T07:05:50","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T07:05:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.makeoverarena.com\/?p=3702"},"modified":"2026-08-19T07:32:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T07:32:59","slug":"uj-artists-in-residence-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/makeoverarena.com\/scholarships\/uj-artists-in-residence-program\/","title":{"rendered":"UJ Artists in Residence Program 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is now accepting applications for its Artists in Residence Program 2026, a unique opportunity for creatives worldwide to deepen their practice in a vibrant academic and artistic environment.<\/p>\n

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Hosted by UJ Arts & Culture, this international residency is tailored for both emerging and established artists seeking to challenge artistic norms, explore interdisciplinary collaboration, and produce innovative, research-driven work.<\/p>\n

This year-long residency (with a possible 24-month extension for select disciplines) supports artists in various fields, including visual arts, music, dance, performance, design, film, literature, and more. Fellows will receive a monthly stipend and access to university resources to aid their creative projects.<\/p>\n

UJ Artists in Residence Program 2026 Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/td>\nDetails<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Program Name<\/strong><\/td>\nUJ Artists in Residence Program 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Institution<\/strong><\/td>\nUniversity of Johannesburg (UJ)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Funding Type<\/strong><\/td>\nPaid Fellowship<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Eligible Disciplines<\/strong><\/td>\nVisual Arts, Music, Dance, Film, Theatre, Design, Literary Arts, and more<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n12 months (extendable to 24 months for select disciplines)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stipend<\/strong><\/td>\nR10,000 per month<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Residency Type<\/strong><\/td>\nRemote or Physical (Hybrid Available)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application Deadline<\/strong><\/td>\nJuly 31, 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Application Fee<\/strong><\/td>\nNone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/strong><\/td>\nOnline \/ Johannesburg, South Africa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Program Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The UJ Artists in Residence Program is a platform for artistic exploration and critical inquiry. Designed for creatives with a scholarly interest in their craft, the program encourages projects that are research-based, innovative, and cross-disciplinary.<\/p>\n

The University of Johannesburg provides a stimulating academic environment and limited access to on-campus facilities such as rehearsal rooms, studios, and performance spaces. Participants are expected to pursue a clearly defined creative project throughout their residency.<\/p>\n

For artists working in Film & Television or Literary Arts, the program may be extended to 24 months based on the nature and scope of the proposal.<\/p>\n

Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To apply for the UJ Artists in Residence Program 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n