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The Thomson Foundation 12 week UK based Courses
We offer practical, intensive and realistic training in Print
and Broadcast journalism with highly experienced professionals.
The courses for 2008 will run from Monday 23rd June to Friday 12th September.
As applicants you will be broadcast, print or online
journalists with a minimum of 3 years journalism experience.
You should be, in your sponsor's opinion, potential executive material and suitable for promotion - if not already in a responsible position.
Employers must support your application if they are not your sponsor.
You will be over 24 years of age and be able to speak and write English with ease.
DIPLOMA
At the end of the 12 weeks, Thomson Foundation Diploma certificates will be awarded to participants who have consistently shown an aptitude in:
- Journalism skills (contributing ideas, research, story-telling, recognising the importance of words/pictures/sound, writing, reporting, interviewing, creativity)
- Editorial skills
- Technical ability and awareness
- Competence in production processes
To receive the Diploma, participants also need to show:
- Commitment to the course (demonstrated by good punctuality and attendance, meeting deadlines as appropriate)
- Ability to work in a team.
THE COURSES
There will be some overlap between the Print and Broadcast courses but the practical elements of the courses will be separate.
Click here for details of the PRINT course and the BROADCAST course.
Course cost: £8,000 [UK pounds Sterling]
Please note that the Thomson Foundation is not a funding organisation.
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON COURSE COSTS and FUNDING!. We advise you to read all the information in these pages before applying.
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