Call for Application: The Journalist Fellowship Programme by Reuters Institute in Oxford University 2026!! Apply Now !!!
The Journalist Fellowship Programme at the Reuters Institute is one of the world’s leading schemes for practicing, mid-career journalists to take some time out from their day jobs to explore journalism in depth. The majority of the Journalist Fellows are fully funded, and they also receive a stipend to cover living and travel costs.
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Journalists joining Reuters in Oxford will further their understanding of journalism through seminars, networking events, discussions with peers, and working on a personal project. This is a programme for working journalists and editors who will return to journalism after spending a few months with us. They work on a project that addresses an issue that’s important for their newsrooms or for the news industry as a whole.
Reuters accept around 30 Journalist Fellows from around the world each year, each of whom bring fascinating insights and a wealth of experience to the institute. Fellowships last three or six months, depending on their funding. They begin in either October, January or April. Fellows are expected to be here during term time for the entire duration of your fellowship.
Most journalists on the program are fully funded. Successful applicants get their fees covered and receive a monthly stipend of £2,000, which will be enough to cover the cost of accommodation, food, and general living expenses. They will also cover the cost of travel to and from the UK and any visa costs. Fellows should refrain from professional work during the fellowship.
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The Journalist Fellowships are open to journalists from all over the world, including Europe, Africa, the Asia-Pacific region, North America, and Latin America. The programme is designed to challenge the new minds, offer a fresh perspective on their role as a journalist, and enable then to share and receive best practices on the issues that matter to them. Every week they will take part in regular seminars led by distinguished journalists, editors, industry leaders, and academics from around the world.
At the end of each term, Journalist Fellows put together a symposium with presentations and panel discussions around a particular theme. These discussions are based on what they have learned during their time in Oxford but also on professional experiences they are willing to share. These events are open to the public, often take place in London, and are great opportunities to raise their profile. Applicants must plan to return to journalism after completing their fellowship.
The programme is now more than 40 years old. It was established by the Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) at the University of Oxford in 1983, and situated in Green College (now Green Templeton College) in 1992 before becoming part of the Reuters Institute when it was founded in November 2006.
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United KingdomBenefits
- Monthly stipend of £2,000 for successful applicants to cover the cost of accommodation, food, and general living expenses. They will also cover the cost of travel to and from the UK and any visa costs.
- Engage with a leading institution, which drives global media debates and produces world-class research on industry challenges.
- Collaborate with Journalist Fellows from across the globe, exchanging ideas and experiences from different countries and media platforms.
- Access the full resources of the university, including membership of Green Templeton College.
- Fortnightly 1:1 mentorship to ensure connection to the full resources and expertise of Oxford.
- Work on a project for the improvement of journalism, which will be edited, published, and promoted by the Reuters Institute.
- Leverage proximity to major news publishers such as The Guardian, Financial Times, and BBC.
Eligibilities
- At least five years’ experience as a journalist in any medium,
- Current employment as a journalist (in a newsroom, or as a freelance journalist) and a plan to return to journalism after the fellowship,
- Good spoken English (capable of participating in seminar discussions and debates with ease) and fair written English.
Application Process
- To apply for the fellowship, you must prepare the following documents and submit required information in the “apply link” below:
- A one-page project proposal
- A one-page motivation letter
- A two-page CV: a curriculum vitae (or resume)
- The email addresses of two people who have worked with you, are willing to serve as references for you, and can speak to your character and readiness for this opportunity.
Application Deadline: February 13, 2026 (13 Days Remaining)
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