You can apply to become a Resident at any time, but we review applications once every four months. We offer Residencies where we have space and sometimes with a particular focus on the skills and experience, we are looking for to help build the community. We keep these numbers low to ensure that, as a small team, we can fully support our Residents.
Application reviews for Spring intake open 8am on 27 January and close midnight on 3rd March, 2025.
Before applying, please carefully consider what being a Resident involves, which of the FIVE Residencies we offer will best suits your current needs and support your development for the future. All Residencies are reviewed annually.
Types of Residencies
- Open Day: Fully subsidised, one day per week. Residents choose the best day for them to come into the building.
- Building Your Practice: Fully subsidised for up to 12 months. Current focus on Immersive Tech training and innovation through our tech library.
- Pay As You Go: Part subsidised at £10 per day.
- Hot Desk: Part subsidised at £40 per month or in-kind support.
- Fixed Desk: Subsidised at £150 per month, reviewed annually with a minimum 3-month contract.
We also advise that you sign up to our newsletter (find the submit button at bottom of website page) and keep an eye on our events page to join us at one of our more informal events, such as the Cluster lunches.
Application Review Criteria
We review all Resident applications against the following criteria:
- Experience Level: Early-stage creatives through to more established creatives with 2+ years of experience in their field.
- Demonstrated Body of Work: A portfolio showcasing your creative practice, skills, and artistic direction.
- Commitment to Creative Practice: Articulate a clear vision and specific goals for your creative practice during the residency.
- Interest in Technology: Show a strong interest in exploring or integrating immersive / creative technology into your work.
- Willingness to Collaborate: Demonstrate a willingness to engage with other participants and contribute to the community.
- Capacity for Development: Show potential for growth and the ability to leverage the Residency’s resources.
- Openness to Feedback and Learning: Express readiness to receive constructive feedback and participate in skill development workshops.
- Representation Across Disciplines and Backgrounds: We aim for a diverse cohort, including participants from various creative disciplines, cultural backgrounds, and underrepresented communities. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to inclusive practices.
Application Deadlines and Process
- Sunday 2 March 12.00 Midnight: Deadline for applications to be reviewed this quarter.
- March/April: Interviews for shortlisted applicants (everyone can expect to hear if they have been shortlisted or not).
- April: New Residents join The Studio.
Application Formats
You can apply via ONE of the following formats:
- Application Form on the website. Answer the questions within this online form – a downloadable PDF is also available for reference.
- Video Expression of Interest: Answer the questions in the form above. Videos should be between 5-10 minutes long. Please send to thestudio@bathspa.ac.uk
- Audio Expression of Interest: Answer the questions in the form above. Audio should be no more than 5-10 minutes long. Please send to thestudio@bathspa.ac.uk
- In-Person, Video, or Phone Application: This is not an interview; it is a chance for you to express your answers to our application questions in person. Staff will ask clarifying questions only. Request an appointment through thestudio@bathspa.ac.uk
If none of these options suit your needs, please let us know. If you would benefit from support in completing your application, please email thestudio@bathspa.ac.uk and we will look at what arrangements we can make to support you.
Encouraging Diverse Applications
We actively encourage applications from individuals with backgrounds that are underrepresented in the creative technology and cultural sectors. This includes those from communities that experience racism, individuals with disabilities (as defined by the Equalities Act 2010), or those who did not attend university/were eligible for free school meals as a child. If you fall into any of these categories and would like assistance in understanding how your experience meets our criteria, please book a time to discuss this with us by emailing thestudio@bathspa.ac.uk. (We will not ask you to disclose your background.)
If your interest in becoming a Resident is time-sensitive (e.g., you are only in the city/country for a short period and would like to base yourself here), please contact the team directly.
The Interview
All interviews are conducted at The Studio in Bath or, if necessary, online or over the phone. The interview panel consists of two members drawn from The Studio Team, current Residents, and occasionally our wider community. We can arrange a visit to The Studio before the interview to help you prepare. You are welcome to bring someone to support you during the interview or to be available afterward. We also have a dedicated quiet space in The Studio if you need time to relax before or after your interview.
If you have specific access needs, please inform our Studio Manager at thestudio@bathspa.ac.uk.
Application reviews for Spring intake open 8am on 27 January and close midnight on 3rd March, 2025.
We’ll review the next batch of application again in August.