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12 Oct 2020

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Record-breaking 100% gold-standard NCTJ qualification passes for School of Journalism 2020 class

100% of our first ever undergraduate class achieved a gold-standard NCTJ Diploma in Multimedia Journalism – a record-breaking achievement.

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5 Oct 2020

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How to make the most of student media

Getting involved in student media is a great way to explore journalism and develop the skills you need to make it in the industry.

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29 Sep 2020

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Best journalism podcasts to listen to

In an ever-changing media landscape, podcasts are on the rise – and they are the perfect way to further immerse yourself in the world of journalism.

23 Sep 2020

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New academic year, new look for our online publications

News Associates’ in-house websites South West Londoner and Mancunian Matters have a fresh new look.

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22 Sep 2020

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Free yoga classes offered to all News Associates trainees

After working hard each week to master their essential journalism skills, our trainees will now get the chance to attend free remote yoga sessions on Sunday mornings.

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22 Sep 2020

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NCTJ diploma upgraded to Level 5 qualification

As we enter a new digital age of journalism, the NCTJ qualification level has been updated to reflect the complex multimedia skills delivered on their accredited courses.

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16 Jul 2020

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100% of final year News Associates undergraduate trainees pass 100wpm shorthand

100% of final year journalism trainees on our first-ever undergraduate degree programme have passed their 100wpm shorthand exam.

23 Jun 2020

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Our commitment to diversity in journalism

NCTJ Fast-Track Diploma in Multimedia Journalism (22 weeks – full-time) LONDON NCTJ Diploma in Multimedia Journalism (40 weeks – part-time) LONDON NCTJ Diploma in Multimedia Journalism (18 months – part-time) REMOTE NCTJ Diploma in Multimedia Sports Journalism (29 weeks – full-time) LONDON BA (Hons) in Journalism, NCTJ Diploma in Journalism (undergraduate) LONDON Journalism Summer School […]

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22 Jun 2020

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Blind News Associates trainee passes 100wpm Braille shorthand

An inspirational blind NCTJ trainee journalist has passed her 100 words-per-minute Braille shorthand exam at News Associates.

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8 Jun 2020

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Must-read books about journalism if you want to become a journalist

If you are considering becoming a journalist, or indeed, if you are in the early stages of your journalism career, then I recommend reading the following titles. Believe me, they make a nice change from pouring over McNae’s and Cartwright, writes News Associates Manchester part-time trainee Gemma Corby.