OpenFieldArtEZ Professorship in Fashion & Technology Doctoral / Practice-Based Research Fellowship
Practice-based doctoral research investigating the integration of wearable technology, smart bio-materials, and circular digital workflows in contemporary fashion design.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Design, Fashion, or Material Culture with superior distinction.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated portfolio of practice-based artistic research, peer-reviewed articles, or gallery exhibitions.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried research position (Dutch CAO-HBO): €3,100 to €3,900/month gross plus 8% holiday allowance and pension
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Zero tuition charges; salaried research appointment joint with a partner university.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027 (Practice-based doctoral cohort selection)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official ArtEZ University of the Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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