Duration
Duration Mar. 05 - Apr. 02, 2026
Duration: 11 months
This program is by application due March 26, 2026. To apply, fill in this form.
The International Curatorial Program is an innovative eleven-month online curriculum that combines learning and practice for emerging curators of contemporary art. The dynamic program includes a tailored series of theoretical and practical courses, interactive live sessions with experts, and ongoing mentorship through group critiques and individual sessions.
Over 11 months we will focus on the two sides of curatorial practice: conceptual knowledge including the creative development and research of a curatorial project; and practical skills for project management, exhibition design, fundraising, communication and handling curatorial procedures.
Throughout the program you will develop your curatorial project supported by the expertise of dedicated lecturers who bring real-world experience and insights to the classroom. The program's vision is to bring key curatorial skills and knowledge to future leaders in museums, film festivals, new media, galleries and other art and culture production industries.
Download the Program's full guide here
PARTICIPATION FEE:
11 instalments of 245 EUR per month (total 2695 EUR)
or 1 instalment of 2156 EUR (save 20%)
*Discount codes cannot be used for this program. The listed price already includes a 20% reduction for one-time payment.
ENROLLMENT PROCESS
FEATURES
BENEFITS
OUTCOMES
Download the Program's full guide here
*Download the Program's full guide here
Welcome and Program Presentation with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 9 April 2026
Curating: History and New Landscapes with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 16 – 30 April 2026
Coffee Informal Meeting with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 7 May 2026
Artist–Curator Relations: Creative Collaborations with Gris García, 14 – 28 May 2026
Creative Thinking: Developing a Curatorial Concept with Nora Mayr, 4 – 25 June 2026
Working Session with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 2 July 2026
Individual Mentorships / Private Sessions with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 3 – 9 July 2026
Grant Writing and Fundraising with Joe Rowley, 9 – 30 July 2026
Studio Visit with Guest Curator/Artist, 6 August 2026
Curatorial Administration with Doris Friedl, 13 August - 3 September 2026
Studio Visit with Guest Curator/Artist, 10 September 2026
Art Handling & Conservation Basics with Eva Riess, 17 September – 1 October 2026
Working Session with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 8 October 2026
Group Critique with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, week of 15 October 2026
Curatorial Trends Seminar: Accessibility & Audiences with Sean Lee, 22 – 29 October 2026
Curatorial Trends Seminar: Sustainability with Kim Kraczon, 5 – 12 November 2026
Coffee Informal Meeting with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 19 November 2026
Exhibition Design with Fabiana Dicuonzo, 26 November – 17 December 2026
Studio Visit with Guest Curator/Artist, 7 January 2027
Professional Presentation & Public Speaking with An Paenhuysen, 14 – 21 January 2027
Working Session with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 28 January 2027
Group Critique with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, week of 25 February 2027
One-on-One Coaching with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 4 – 11 March 2027
Closing Event with Tšhegofatšo Mabaso, 18 March 2027
Language
Classes are held in English.
Format & Modality
The course is fully online and taught live via Zoom in small, interactive groups to support active learning. Live captioning is available during the sessions.
Schedule
Live sessions take place every Thursday from 7-9pm (Berlin time, CEST).
Attendance
Live attendance is encouraged to get the most out of the course, but recordings are available if you cannot attend a session.
Course Materials
All course materials—including recordings, readings, and presentations—are available on the Node platform for as long as you wish.
Assignments
Optional assignments are included, with personal feedback from the lecturers to help you apply what you learn. Please note that feedback is provided only during the course dates.
Certificate
A downloadable certificate is available upon course completion.
Technical Requirements
A stable internet connection, a computer with a camera and microphone, and access to Zoom are required.
Questions?
Check our FAQ or contact us via our online form.