Journalism courses | News Associates

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We’ve been ranked the UK’s number one NCTJ journalism school for five 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
London’s top-rated NCTJ journalism school for the last 11 years

How to network during lockdown

Eat, sleep, Zoom, repeat – as pandemic life continues, many aspiring journalists may be wondering how to break out of the cycle and how to network during lockdown.
News Associates launches free student media editorial leadership course

We’re showcasing our love of student media and the importance of non-academic journalism training by launching a free student media editorial leadership course.
Best places to find positive news

When reading or watching the news, it can sometimes be hard to find stories that put a smile on your face – so we thought we’d help by giving you a list of the best places to find positive news.
How to stay motivated during lockdown

With most of the UK back in lockdown restrictions, many journalists are struggling to remain positive – which is why we’ve put together some inspiring pieces of advice on how to stay motivated during lockdown.
Best journalism newsletters to subscribe to

From jobs and opportunities to personal insights into the industry, here is our list of the best journalism newsletters to subscribe to.
Best journalism films to watch

From investigative dramas to hilarious comedies exploring the highs and lows of the media industry, here is our list of the best journalism films to watch!

Award-Winning

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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Our Trainees

“News Associates courses offer invaluable opportunities to get practical experience reporting on a wide range of events while you train.”
Pete Thompson, Twitter
“The course was intense but it was the best decision I could have made to get into sports journalism.”
Chris Reidy, Sky Sports News
“This course is all about attitude. You’ve got to work really hard, seize your chances because you are studying at the best place there is.”
Hardeep Martharu, The Independent
“Be prepared to work hard but I know first hand that enrolling on a News Associates course could be the best choice you’ve ever made.”
Tom MacLeod, Sky News
“News Associates was a great experiemce that taught me a lot fo essential skills that I use every day. I would recommend their courses for a speedy and effective entry into journalism.”
Helen Reid, Reuters
“Choosing News Associates was the best first career move. The tutors were first class and their contacts invaluable.”
Daniella Matar, Associated Press
“The contacts you make at News Associates provide a wealth of knowledge and expertise.”
Dan Zeqiri, The Daily Telegraph
“I find myself constantly telling people that NCTJ training with News Associates is the best thing I’ve ever done. The tutors care so much that everyone does well.”
Hannah Scott, The Sunday Times
“News Associates is an intense and exhilarating experience. It’s without a doubt the best possible start I could have had to my career in journalism.”
Elise Chamberlain, BBC
“The News Associates course equipped me with the vital tools I need to do my job and I use them everyday.”
Gabriella Swerling, The Times
“The tutors push you to achieve your own potential, they genuinely care and I don’t think I would have done as well as I did if I had taken my NCTJ anywhere else.”
Sara Oldfield, NCTJ Student Journalist of the Year 2016
“The course is demanding but rewarding and the skills you are taught by the dedicated staff are invaluable.”
Jack Skelton, BBC Sport
“The work is hard and the hours are tough but studying at News Associates is worth it in the end when you know you’ve finally got to where you want to be.”
Kat Lay, The Times
“If I had done my NCTJ course somewhere else, I really don’t think I would have won this award.”
George Gigney, NCTJ Student Journalist of the Year 2015

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