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  • We’ve been ranked the UK’s number one NCTJ journalism school for seven straight years

  • No other journalism school wins more prizes at annual NCTJ Awards for Excellence

  • Unrivalled record at getting our trainees into a wide-range of journalism and media jobs

  • Officially the UK’s top ranked fast-track NCTJ journalism course in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.

  • London’s top-rated NCTJ journalism school for the last 13 years

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News Associates trainees regularly dominate the NCTJ Awards for Excellence. Pictured are Anna Schaverien (The New York Times), Neil Athey (Lancashire Telegraph) and Katie Falkingham (BBC Sport).

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The road to becoming a journalist often starts with the NCTJ. At News Associates, we offer NCTJ-accredited journalism courses to ensure all our trainees have the qualifications and skills they need to walk straight into a journalism job.

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NCTJ journalism courses

At News Associates, we offer award-winning, NCTJ-accredited journalism training with locations in London and Manchester. Our courses prepare aspiring journalists for dynamic careers across media platforms, including print, digital, and broadcast. As the UK’s leading NCTJ journalism school, we pride ourselves on hands-on experience, industry connections, and a track record of trainees landing top media jobs. Whether you are starting out or looking to advance your skills, we provide tailored programs for success in the fast-paced world of journalism.

Why choose our journalism courses?

At News Associates, our journalism courses stand out for their intensive, NCTJ-accredited training, delivered by experienced professionals in the heart of London and Manchester. With a hands-on approach, we equip trainees with practical skills to excel in multimedia journalism, from news writing to digital storytelling. Our programmes ensures quick entry into the industry, with strong connections to major media outlets and a proven record of trainee success. Choose us for award-winning training and a direct path to a journalism career.

Award-winning journalism courses

News Associates is proud to be the UK’s top-ranked NCTJ journalism school, recognised year after year for our excellence in training. We consistently earn accolades for trainee results, course quality, and graduate success, with numerous award-winning courses. Our trainees regularly win NCTJ awards, reflecting the rigorous training and industry readiness we provide. With a focus on real-world skills and industry connections, we prepare you for a competitive journalism career.