New campaign from the NCTJ seeks to increase number of Gen Z journalists
Research commissioned by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) showed declining youth interest in the profession.
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Journalism training returns to Kent as KMTV gains NCTJ accreditation
The NCTJ is pleased to welcome KMTV as an accredited course provider, bringing the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism back to Kent. KMTV’s “Year in Journalism” newly accredited course will be available to students from September, offering a full-time, in-person programme…
NCTJ anniversary conference this week
The NCTJ is rounding off its 60th anniversary celebrations this year with a special Journalism Skills Conference in Belfast this Wednesday and Thursday – 30 November and 1 December.
“Becoming a ‘proper’ journalist…is turning out to be a good choice”
To describe my life now – two months into the MA Newspaper Journalism course at Nottingham Trent University – I am going to borrow a quote from my recent interview with comedy ninja Gina Yashere: “I’m hustling. I’m doing alright. I’m hustling”.
Shortlist for the third round of bursaries announced
The shortlist for the third round of bursaries has now been announced and eight aspiring journalists will be interviewed by a panel of editors and senior journalists next month.
A bright future in journalism for award-winning talent
Top students and trainee journalists have been recognised and rewarded at this year’s NCTJ Awards for Excellence in Journalism.
NCTJ conference to open at Northern Ireland Assembly
Delegates attending the NCTJ’s Journalism Skills Conference on 30 November will enjoy a keynote address and Q&A session with Fearghal McKinney, SDLP communications consultant and Mike Nesbitt, Strangford MLA and UUP economy spokesman.
More than one hundred trainees sit National Certificate Examination in November
Trainee journalists across the UK sat the NCTJ National Certificate Examination on Friday, 4 November in a bid to gain senior qualification status.
“The Journalism Diversity Fund has made this possible”
On Friday, 17 June I received the news that kept my dream of pursuing a career in journalism alive.
Leveson Inquiry calls for information on ethics training
The Leveson Inquiry into the culture practice and ethics of the press has asked for further information on “how ethics are taught and promulgated amongst journalists”
My first month on an NCTJ accredited course
After a month of juggling work and study as a part-time NCTJ Multimedia student at News Associates, Manchester, I’m still on a high. Deadlines, networking and Saturday morning rush hours are just some of the things I’ve had to contend with, yet thanks to the Journalism Diversity Fund I’m learning priceless skills and making incredible contacts.
