Frequently Asked Questions

International Culture Producer Summary:

The International Culture Producer program is a full-time (100%)  2-year vocational education designed for those looking to lead cultural productions and community development.

With 25% internship (20 weeks) and 13 weeks of cultural production, students gain hands-on experience in project management, marketing, and financing, with a focus on the Sápmi and Euro-Arctic region.

The program runs remotely with 6-8 physical meetups and is open to Swedish, Nordic, and international applicants.

What is an International Culture Producer?

An International Culture Producer connects culture, arts, and the community, facilitating projects that enhance local and international cultural landscapes.

Who is the programme aimed at?

The programme is designed for individuals interested in cultural production, community engagement, and those who wish to impact the multicultural Euro-Arctic region.

What skills will I gain from this programme?

You'll develop essential skills in process management, marketing, financing, and collaboration, vital for effective cultural production and community development.

Which are the Courses?

80 weeks with 20 weeks Internship.

*Art and Culture in the Society and the Outside World

*Communication, Marketing and Audience

*Culture Producer Praxis

*Culture Production 1

*Culture Production / Degree Project 2

*Digital Cultures

*Financial Administration, Budget Work and Financing Methods

*Internship (LiA – Learning at Work)

*The Cultural Sector: Identities, Professional Roles and Infrastructure

*The Euroarctic Society: the Cultural Heritage and the Cultural History in the Barents Region and the Sápmi

*The Role of Culture in Societal Transformation

What about practical experience and Internship? 

The programme consists of 25% internship (LIA – learning at work) where you get the opportunity to work with and practice in the role of International Cultural Producer.

We work in close collaboration with several actors in northern Sweden as well as Finland and Norway who are looking for the relevant skills.

Search for an internship place with one of the organizations behind the education, or find your own at any location in Sweden or internationally.

What about projects and real assignments?

During the programme, you get the opportunity to work on your own projects and productions to lay the foundation for your own business. Or you choose to start or run projects together with other partners or actors. 

Are there any prerequisites for enrolling?

A passion for culture and the arts is essential. Prior experience in a related field is mandatory. 

What areas does the programme focus on?

It particularly emphasises the challenges and opportunities of Sámi culture and the broader Euro-Arctic region, exploring historical and contemporary issues.

How can I apply for the programme?

Interested candidates can apply by checking our website for further information and application guidance.

Why and What is the Background of the Programme? 

The training has been developed in close collaboration with several actors in Norrbotten and Västerbotten, as well as northern Finland and Norway, who have been involved in designing the curriculum and jointly certify the need for professional competence.

Among the actors involved are i.a. Filmpool Nord, Havremagasinet Länskonsthall, Konstnärsgruppen Kilen, Kulturcentrum Ebeneser, Dansinitiativet, Kultur- och fritidsförvaltningen vid Luleå Kommun, Aejlies – Samiskt kulturcentrum, Giron Sámi Teáhter, Skellefteå Museum, Kulturenheten Region Norrbotten, Tornedalsteatern, Umeå kultur, Konsthall Tornedalen, Boden Business Park, Korundi – Rovaniemi Art Museum, Pikene på Broen

What is the Cultural Sector in the North of Sweden, Sápmi, Norway and Finland?

The cultural sector in the north has undergone an exceptional expansion during the 2010s. 

The period has seen community-changing ventures such as Väven in Umeå and Sara Kulturhus in Skellefteå, industry-developing projects such as Umeå kulturhuvudstad or the revitalized Luleå-biennalen, expanded infrastructure through new institutional establishments: Havremagasinet Länskonsthall, Tornedalens museum, Konstmuseet i Norr och Dansinitiativet, production-driven activities such as BDPop, Dans i Nord, creative clusters as Northern Sustainable Futures and a growing Sámi cultural infrastructure with Aejlies, Giron Sámi Teáhter, Tjállegoahte and Samiskt Filminstitut.

What is VET Programmes?

Higher Vocational Education (HVE) or VET programmes have come about as a response to a real labour market need and are delivered in close cooperation with employers and industry. Read more at www.myh.se