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Netherlands Food Lab Fellowships 2027 with €1,750 Monthly Stipend by Jan van Eyck

Scholarship
Netherlands
On-site
Published Apr 27, 2026

Overview

This fellowship is not tied to a formal academic degree.

It is designed for:

Description

This fellowship is not tied to a formal academic degree.

It is designed for:

Artists and creative practitioners

Designers and interdisciplinary researchers

Early-career or established professionals working independently

Applicants are expected to already have a strong portfolio or professional practice rather than being students enrolled in a degree programme.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

A strong artistic or design-based practice
Demonstrated interest in food systems, sustainability, or ecological themes
Ability to develop an independent research-based project
Submission of a portfolio, CV, and project proposal
The selection process emphasizes conceptual strength, originality, and interdisciplinary thinking.

Additional Information

Degree Level

This fellowship is not tied to a formal academic degree.

It is designed for:

Artists and creative practitioners
Designers and interdisciplinary researchers
Early-career or established professionals working independently
Applicants are expected to already have a strong portfolio or professional practice rather than being students enrolled in a degree programme.

Available Subjects

The fellowship focuses on creative and research-based work related to food and sustainability, including:

Food systems and global food security
Sustainable agriculture and regenerative practices
Environmental and ecological research
Cultural and historical studies of food
Food politics and social impact
Art-based scientific or ecological experimentation
The programme strongly encourages interdisciplinary approaches combining art, design, and environmental science.

Benefits

The programme provides financial support and extensive research infrastructure, including:

Monthly stipend of €1,750 (partially tax-exempt)
Project development budget of €2,250
Local transport support (up to €750)
Dedicated studio and research workspace
Access to experimental labs, greenhouses, and food research facilities
Collaboration with Maastricht University and research networks
Accommodation is not included, but the institution provides guidance for housing in Maastricht.

Eligible Nationalities

The Jan van Eyck Food Lab Fellowship is open to applicants from all nationalities.
There are no strict geographic restrictions, making it a globally accessible opportunity. However, applicants must be able to relocate to the Netherlands for the duration of the residency.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

A strong artistic or design-based practice
Demonstrated interest in food systems, sustainability, or ecological themes
Ability to develop an independent research-based project
Submission of a portfolio, CV, and project proposal
The selection process emphasizes conceptual strength, originality, and interdisciplinary thinking.

Application Procedure

The application process generally includes:

Submission of a structured PDF application
Portfolio showcasing previous work
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Detailed project proposal related to food systems
Review by the Jan van Eyck selection committee
Only one fellowship position is typically available, making it extremely competitive.

Key Deadline

The application deadline for the Jan van Eyck Food Lab Fellowship 2027 is 4 June 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions Faqs

Is this a degree programme? No. It is a research-based artistic residency, not an academic degree.
Is accommodation provided? No. Housing is not included, but support is provided to help fellows find accommodation in Maastricht.
How competitive is the fellowship? It is highly competitive, as only one fellow is selected per cycle based on the strength of their proposal and artistic practice.

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Funding

Partial Funding

Organization

Netherlands Universities

Degree

Fellowship

Subjects

All Subjects, Food Sciences

Nationality

International Students, Domestic Students

Country

Netherlands

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