Applications for the Artists in Residence at ICST program must be submitted using the online form.
The deadline for applications is 1 September 2026 at 24:00h CET. Candidates will be notified in mid-October 2026. The residencies will be awarded by a jury consisting of ICST researchers and project leaders.
Please upload the following documents:
- Concept sketch, composition idea or project draft (PDF, 2 pages and 10 MB max.)
- Portfolio containing three selected works relevant to the residency topic, including links to external media (audio & video) (PDF, 2 pages and 10 MB max.)
- CV in tabular form containing information on education and career (PDF, 1 page and 10 MB max.)
The selected candidates will be notified by email. Together with the notification, they receive the forms required for an invitation to Switzerland and are kindly asked to confirm their participation and return the filled-out forms within 10 days. If the period of 10 days is not observed, the ICST can withdraw the invitation.
The exact dates for the residencies will be defined individually.
The residencies include the use of facilities and technical infrastructure as specified in the thematic descriptions, as well as technical support by ICST research staff.
Participants will receive a contribution to their expenses for travel to Zurich (up to CHF 300 for persons living in Europe, up to CHF 500 for persons living outside Europe), as well as a per diem to cover meals and accommodation in Zurich during the residency. Participants organise their own travel and accommodation in Zurich, with ICST providing assistance if required.