국립현대미술관

The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA) hosts an international research program for museum professionals. This program was initiated as a part of the Cultural Partnership Initiative (CPI) Project supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea. Participants of this program have been mainly curators of contemporary art museums.

The research program aims to provide a sustainable platform for initiating dialogues and for developing a comprehensive network among contemporary art professionals.

The general information and requirements of the program are listed as below:

10 weeks, from 29 September to 8 December

2 professionals

1. Individual research in link with Korean modern and contemporary art
    *Research fellow must present a final essay of the research, and a research presentation will be held at the end of the fellowship.
2. Visiting museums, galleries and art institutions
3. Meeting contemporary art professionals in Korea
4. Attending contemporary art related events and conferences

1. Individuals who work in related fields of modern and contemporary art, such as museum professionals, curators, art historians and art critics.
2. Researchers who hold citizenship in the ODA recipient countries
   * For the list of eligible countries, please refer to the following link: https://www.oecd.org/dac/financing-sustainable-development/development-finance-standards/DAC-List-of-ODA-Recipients-for-reporting-2022-23-flows.pdf
   *Applicants from other countries than those on the list will NOT be considered.
3. Aged between 25 and 45
4. Good use of English language
5. Individuals who have high interest in cultural exchange

Activities provided during the program must be in accordance to the original intent. Participants will be discharged from the program when participating in profit-gaining activities or other activities not related to one’s intended purpose of visiting Korea. Participants generally may not be accompanied by family or friends. The final report must be submitted at the end of the program. Confirmation of training certificate will be issued by the host institution upon completion of the program and submission of required results. A contract agreement regarding managements and obligations between the host institution and the participants will be drafted for each party upon arrival in Korea.

1. 1) Health examination documents required
   A health examination must be done at one's own expense in home country after notified to be selected as a participant of the program, and it must be submitted to the host institution by mail.
   The document is required for visa application. Doctor's statement is required for the participant with a long-term disorder such as hypertension, diabetes, depression, and etc. Please note that the host institution shall arrange to have the participant’s health examined with your arrival.
2. 2) Documents for Visa issuance
   It is necessary to obtain a valid visa from Korean Embassy in the participant’s country unless it is a visa waiver entry to South Korea. At the time of visa application, the letter of invitation will be arranged by the host institution. However, selected participants are required beforehand to check the visa application process and submit documents necessary in full for visa issuance.
3. 3) Entry to Korea through Incheon International Airport
   Leaving and Re-entering later on during the program is generally not allowed. In case of an emergency, the fellow must discuss with the institution prior to departure.
4. 4) Personal Items
   Personal items must be prepared upon entry into Korea. Any cost for shipment should be covered by the participant, both coming in and out of Korea.
5. 5) Creating a bank account
   Upon arrival in Korea, the participant must open a bank account in one's own name, to receive living expenses monthly.
6. 6) Foreigner Registration Card
   Foreigner registration must be completed right after entering the Republic of Korea and the issued registration card must be carried on person at all time.
7. 7) COVID-19 Regulations (subject to change, updated as of 1 April 2022)
   Currently, South Korea exempts quarantine for fully vaccinated entrants. In principle, the MMCA fellowship is offered only to fully vaccinated researcher and any cost related to the mandatory quarantine at a facility/hotel designated by the Korean government must be paid by the participant. The quarantine rule can change anytime therefore the applicant should check the regulation with the Korean embassy located in the country of departure, before and after the application. Currently, a pre-departure negative Covid-19 viral test (PCR) is required regardless of vaccination status or citizenship, and the cost must be covered by the participant.