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JDF bursaries are awarded four times each year, in line with key NCTJ-accredited course start dates, and the first deadline is on 1 May.
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NCTJ diploma alumni are nearly three times more likely to secure journalism job within 15 months, new research reveals
Findings of the Destinations of NCTJ Diploma in Journalism students report have been published today.
BBC director of news to present NCTJ awards to winners
Helen Boaden, the BBC’s director of news, will present NCTJ awards for excellence in journalism at the Society of Editors conference on Monday 16th November.
Diversity fund supporters to meet aspiring journalists
Supporters of the Journalism Diversity Fund will celebrate with the successful students and trainees the fund has helped at a reception and lunch next week.
NCE for Sports Reporters ready for kick-off
A brand new NCTJ qualification, the National Certificate examination for sports reporters, is now open for registrations from trainee journalists who will be able to take the exam for the first time in March next year if they have at least 18 months experience.
Seven student journalists receive bursaries
Seven budding journalists have been awarded bursaries from the Journalism Diversity Fund after impressing a panel of senior industry representatives.
Trainees determined to pass NCE despite recession
Trainee reporters are determined to complete their training despite the recession, the chief examiner of the NCTJ’s National Certificate Examination (NCE) has concluded.
Vicky achieves best NCE result for five years
A newly qualified senior journalist achieved the best National Certificate Examination (NCE) result for five years, since the logbook was first assessed as part of the qualification.
Six trainee journalists receive bursaries
The careers of six young trainee journalists are off to a flying start after receiving bursaries from the Journalism Diversity Fund.
New intern to help promote the Journalism Diversity Fund
A new intern to oversee and promote the Journalism Diversity Fund has been appointed by the NCTJ.
Top trainees pick up prizes for outstanding law exams
A reporter who won an NCTJ prize for an outstanding performance in a recent media law exam has underlined the importance for trainee journalists to have an in-depth knowledge of the subject.
