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Deadline: February 13, 2025
The University of Oxford Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowship Programme is a prestigious opportunity for mid-career journalists worldwide to reflect on their careers, enhance their expertise, and gain new perspectives on the rapidly changing media landscape. Fully funded, this program offers a transformative experience at one of the world’s leading institutions.
The Journalism Fellowship Programme at the Reuters Institute, University of Oxford, is designed for experienced journalists seeking to deepen their understanding of media trends and challenges. Fellows will explore solutions to industry issues, engage with world-class academics, and collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds. Participants undertake an independent research project, leveraging Oxford’s rich academic resources.
Benefits
- Full Funding:
- Covers tuition fees, travel expenses, and a monthly stipend for living costs.
- Academic Exposure:
- Access to Oxford’s libraries, research facilities, and lectures.
- Networking Opportunities:
- Connect with leading journalists, media professionals, and academics globally.
- Personal Development:
- Time and resources to pursue a bespoke research project on a journalism-related topic.
- Cultural Experience:
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant academic and cultural life at the University of Oxford.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Experience: Applicants must have at least 5 years of professional journalism experience.
- Language: Proficiency in English is required.
- Background: Open to journalists from any medium (print, broadcast, online, etc.).
- Research Proposal: A clear idea for an independent research project relevant to journalism.
Application Process and Documents Required
ou will need to prepare:
- A one-page project statement. What is the idea that you plan to spend your time with us working on? What can you spend time reading about? Who will you talk to? Save this as a PDF.
- A 150-word summary of your proposed project idea.
- A one-page motivation statement. Why are you ready for a fellowship? Why do you want to do this project at the Reuters Institute? What will you do with your project once you return to the newsroom? Save this as a PDF.
- A two-page CV. Describe your career and education history. You may include links to your work here if you like. Save this as a PDF.
- Two letters of reference. Ask two people who know you and your work to write a letter recommending you for a fellowship. These letters should include the referee’s full name, job title, their relationship to you, and their contact details. Each reference should not be longer than one-page. Save these as a PDF.
The size limits for all PDF uploads is 25 MB per document. You will then be able to submit these documents on our online application portal. No incomplete applications will be considered.
Deadline: Submit your application by 13th February 2025.
