Can I Apply?
Individuals who make an application to the Journalism Diversity Fund MUST be able to meet ALL of the following criteria:
- provide proof that they have submitted an application or secured a place on an NCTJ accredited course starting in the academic year September 2012– August 2013. Those who have already started a course are not eligible to apply – bursaries must be awarded prior to the course commencing. Please visit the schedule section for a guide as to when you should apply. Bursaries are not available for distance learning courses;
- must come from a socially or ethnically diverse background;
- must not have the financial means to support themselves on an NCTJ-accredited course;
- you are a British citizen residing in the UK;
- can demonstrate genuine commitment and potential to be a successful journalist;
- must not be in receipt of any other bursary award.
NB: Applicants are responsible for ensuring all the above criteria are met and for checking with the NCTJ that the course applied for is an NCTJ-accredited course. Look out for the NCTJ-accredited course logo (pictured below).
If you have any queries please Download Frequently Asked Questions. If you still have questions which are not answered here or anywhere else on the website please get in contact with us via phone or email.
Applications for 2012 are now open. Please click on the links below to download the relevant form.
Please ensure you meet all the selection criteria before submitting an application. There are four application cycles this year – please see the schedule. The form can be emailed to journalismdiversityfund@nctj.com or posted to:
Journalism Diversity Fund
The New Granary
Station Road
Newport
Saffron Walden
Essex
CB11 3PL
