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Prix Ars Electronica u19 - create your world
Collectives eligible
- Who Can Apply: Young people aged 19 or under who live in Austria at the annual submission deadline; individuals and project groups may enter.
- The Focus: This long-running media art competition seeks forward-looking projects exploring the interface of art, technology, and society. It serves as a trend barometer for the future of digital and media arts.
- The Funding: Winners receive a Golden Nica trophy, a prize of up to €3,000, and are featured at the Ars Electronica Festival.
- Key Requirements: Application requirements are not specified; please visit the program website for details.
DeadlineWednesday, March 3, 2027
AwardGolden Nica with €3,000 (Young Professionals, 14–19), 2 Awards of Distinction of €800; u14/u12/u10 prizes of €500 each (prizes of over €6,500 in total)
LocationLinz, Oberösterreich
ParticipationRemote
Career stagesStudent, Emerging
Age range–19
Application notesThe competition features rotating categories awarded annually or biennially, including New Animation Art, Digital Musics & Sound Art, and Interactive Art+. Works must have been created or significantly updated within the last two years. Submissions in English are recommended for the international jury.
Contactprix@ars.electronica.art
Ars Electronica
Organization based in Linz