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Journalists, editors, educators and industry specialists came together at the University of Sheffield today for a symposium examining how artificial intelligence is reshaping journalism and what this means for the training of future reporters. Hosted by the University of Sheffield…
The NCTJ is marking Volunteers’ Week by thanking the more than 300 volunteers who give their time and expertise each year to support aspiring journalists and help shape the future of journalism. Volunteers support the NCTJ in a wide range…
As Eid approaches, the NCTJ is highlighting the ongoing partnership between the Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF) and the Aziz Foundation, which supports aspiring journalists from British Muslim backgrounds. Since 2021, the Aziz Foundation has awarded specialist bursaries…
Alex Crawford, Sky News special correspondent and patron of the NCTJ, will present this year’s Awards for Excellence.
Journalism is a career that is complex and varied, and Dani Desouza has heard all the questions—from pay expectations to the potential impact of AI on the industry. Achieving her gold-standard diploma as an apprentice, we spoke to her about…
The NCTJ has launched its ’into journalism’ outreach project, aimed at encouraging young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to consider a career in journalism. The initiative, taking place this spring, is being delivered in partnership with six education providers: Liverpool John…
Six newly recruited community reporters have begun their NCTJ Diploma in Journalism training at Darlington College, marking a significant milestone in the latest phase of the Community News Project (CNP). This initiative is designed to strengthen local journalism and improve…
The NCTJ is celebrating National Careers Week 2025 (3-8 March) by offering expert guidance to aspiring and working journalists and highlighting the pathways into the industry. As part of the nationwide campaign, which aims to help young…
The NCTJ has welcomed six trainee community reporters to the new phase of the Community News Project (CNP), a major initiative to strengthen local journalism and improve newsroom diversity across the UK. The selection process was highly competitive, with over…
Sky Sports News journalist and NCTJ alumnus Nick Powell has retired as the ‘voice of the NCTJ’s essential journalism exams’ after nine years in the role. Nick, who retired from Sky Sports News on his 66th birthday last week, has…
Chris and Sian at the 2017 NCTJ Awards for Excellence A chance seating arrangement at the 2017 NCTJ Awards for Excellence ceremony at Hampton Court Palace turned into the beginning of a lasting connection for journalists Chris McKeon and…
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