Wincott Business Journalist Fellowships for Journalists in sub-Saharan Africa 2018

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The Reuters Institute is seeking applications for Wincott Journalist Fellowships as part of its world renowned Journalist Fellowship Programme based at the Reuters Institute in Oxford.

Application Deadline: 29th June 2018 (midday)

Eligible Countries: sub-Saharan African countries

To Be Taken At (Country): USA

About the Award: The Fellowships will appeal to business journalists who want to take a deeper look at one aspect of financial reporting.

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Type: Fellowship (Professional)

Eligibility: Fellowships are aimed at mid-career business journalists resident in sub-Saharan Africa.

Selection Criteria: Applications will be assessed on the basis of three main criteria:

  • The quality of the professional achievements of the journalist related to the stage they have reached in their career
  • Their potential and interest in being part of an international programme, and of contributing to and making best use of the opportunity presented by the Fellowship
  • The quality of their detailed research proposal, which should focus on an aspect of business reporting.

Number of Awards: 1

Value of Award: Fellowships offer mid-career journalists the opportunity to reflect on the industry and carry out media-based research while being part of the University of Oxford, studying with an international cohort of journalists and academics.

Duration of Programme: Fellowship is  available for one term, starting in April 2019.

How to Apply: Click here to apply online

Visit the Programme Webpage for Details

Award Providers: Reuters Institute

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