Announcements

Receive up to €1000 in our newly launched referral programme!

by Samaquias Lorta -

As our student community grows each year, we want to make sure we're welcoming creatives who share our values – curiosity, care, courage and a willingness to grow.

That’s why we’ve created the Catalyst Community Referral Programme: a simple way for current students and alumni to help friends, peers and collaborators find their place at Catalyst.

/// Our goal

  • Support new applicants by streamlining their journey
  • Recognise the role you play in growing our community
  • Strengthen the connections between students past, present and future

Every year, we receive more applications from students around the world. We want to make sure that those who find us through our own community are recognised and supported because when someone comes here through someone who already knows what Catalyst is about, we know they’ll most likely be a great fit for our community too.

/// How it works
When someone you refer applies to a Catalyst degree course and completes their first year of study:

  • They receive a €250 Catalyst voucher
  • You also receive a €250 Catalyst voucher

Vouchers can be used across a curated selection of online stores, services or learning experiences. It’s a shared thank-you — for choosing each other, and for growing this space together.

Every student can refer up to 4 people per academic year. That means earning up to €1,000 in vouchers!

🔥 Access THIS link for further details and referral form!

Forum for Creative Flourishing – tickets now available!

by Hannah Deans -

We're excited to announce that tickets for this year's Forum for Creative Flourishing are now live!

  • When: 13–15 & 20–22 January 2026
  • Theme: Creative Restoration and Rejuvenation 

Join us for two weeks of workshops and events exploring what fuels us, sustains us, and brings our artistic energy back to life. Led by Berlin industry professionals, practicing artists, and psychologists, each session offers hands-on practices to help you build a deeper relationship with your creative process.

  • For Catalyst Students: All workshops remain FREE
  • Simply use the code CAT_STUDENT at checkout when selecting your workshops.

New this year: The forum is now open to the public (€10 per workshop), but as always, Catalyst students, alumni & team attend for free.

Each workshop requires its own ticket, so you can choose the sessions that best support your creative journey. Check out the full agenda and workshop details on the Eventbrite page.

This is a wonderful opportunity to explore the psychological underpinnings of creativity, discover tools for growth, and learn more about our courses in Applied Creative Psychology as part of our new School of Human Development.

We can't wait to see you there!

Guest Session: Aislinn Clarke + ArteKino Festival

by Hannah Deans -

We’re excited to invite you to a special guest session with acclaimed film director Aislinn Clarke, hosted in celebration of the 10th edition of the ArteKino Festival.

The ArteKino Festival returns this year with a curated programme of 12 innovative European films, streamed across 32 countries from 1–31 December 2025 on arte.tv and the ARTE Cinéma YouTube channel. Dedicated to spotlighting bold new voices in contemporary cinema, the festival also awards a €10,000 prize to the winning film, making it a key platform for rising filmmakers.

This year, Catalyst is excited to welcome Aislinn Clarke, nominated for her horror film Frékawa. Join us for an in-depth conversation about her creative journey, filmmaking process and the themes behind Frékawa.

  • Date: Wednesday 10 December
  • Time: 18:30
  • Location: Online (Zoom link here)

/// Watch the film in advance

To help you get the most out of the session, all attendees will receive exclusive access to stream the film prior to the event!


Share, Sell, Swap! Join the Winter Party Market ❄️

by Samaquias Lorta -

For this year's winter party, we will once again hold a market where you can offer your wares for sale or exchange.

You are welcome to bring clothes, music or film gear, vinyl, artworks, baked goods - anything you desire to create a colourful and vibrant place in the common space of the school.

We will provide some tables and power, plus a room where you can store your items safely when the market is over, so you can enjoy the party.

Please fill out this form until December 5th if you’re interested! - https://forms.gle/dpxwttfYcmdbSjyk8

Another season of Experimental Nights is kicking off!

by Samaquias Lorta -

Experimental Nights are an evening to showcase the diverse sound and music talent happening across our programmes. 

Lean in and listen to incredible artists experimenting with music and sonic formats. These evening are an opportunity for artists to showcase genre bending timbres, innovative use of technology and elevating non-danceable music.

Join our first session of the year next:
⭐️ Wednesday 3 December, 18:30 @ Catalyst Social Stage

/// Line up

If you are interested in performing at future sessions please contact bastien.c@catalyst-students.com

Experimental Nights

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