Getting into Journalism
JournoFest 2024: How to succeed in today’s changing media landscape
This year’s final JournoFest panel discussed how to really succeed in today’s ever-changing media landscape.
JournoFest 2024: In conversation with Daily Mail associate editor Stephen Wright
Stephen Wright, 2023’s Journalist of the Year, spoke to our JournoFest audience about working as an investigative journalist at the Daily Mail.
JournoFest 2024: Navigating the relationship between the police and the media panel
This year’s first panel spoke to the JournoFest audience of emerging journalists about the fragile relationship between police and the media.
JournoFest 2024: The story behind the story… Q&A with Karl Flinders and Balvinder Gill
JournoFest 2024 saw Computer Weekly chief reporter Karl Flinders, who helped to break the Post Office scandal, meet former sub-postmaster Balvinder Gill in person for the first time.
JournoFest 2024: Sky News special correspondent Alex Crawford
Sky News journalist Alex Crawford was the keynote speaker at JournoFest 2024, where she shared insightful detail into her life as a special correspondent.
How I spent my summer bursary working at The Olive Press in Spain
Second year School of Journalism trainee Emily Grimsey shares how she spent her summer at The Olive Press in Spain.
JournoFest 2024 full lineup announced
The School of Journalism’s highly-anticipated annual journalism conference JournoFest is back and bigger than ever at The Stoop in Twickenham for 2024.
Sky News special correspondent Alex Crawford announced as JournoFest keynote speaker
Sky News special correspondent Alex Crawford is the keynote speaker for our ninth annual journalism conference JournoFest.
How to be Personal Best: School of Journalism trainee launches self-improvement podcast
School of Journalism trainee Ruby Smith launches new podcast about self-improvement titled ‘Personal Best.’
The Other Art Fair: How I spent my summer bursary 2023
School of Journalism trainee Poppy Dippnall shares how she spent her summer bursary covering The Other Art Fair.
Sports journalism Q&A top takeaways
Here News Associates trainee George Nash shares what he learnt about sports journalism from our panellists.
UCAS Extra 2024 explained
If you’ve applied for university and used all five of your original UCAS choices, UCAS Extra gives you another chance to gain a place.
Ucas clearing 2024 explained
If you change your mind or don’t get the grades you need for your firm or insurance choice, you can apply through UCAS Clearing.
Social media journalism Q&A top takeaways
News Associates trainee Harrison Newsham shares what he learnt about social media journalism from our panellists.
Two School of Journalism graduates in NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2023 shortlist
Two School of Journalism graduates are named in the prestigious NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2023 shortlist.
Times well spent! My week work experience at The Times
School of Journalism trainee Jessica Gaffney shares how she spent her summer bursary on a week placement with The Times.
Lights, camera, action! My work experience with Beat Media Group
School of Journalism trainee Izabella Thornley shares how she spent her summer bursary on a week placement with Beat Media Group.
JournoFest Manchester 2023: The art of investigative journalism panel
This year’s third JournoFest panel focussed on ‘The art of investigative journalism’, including the skills needed to succeed in the field.
JournoFest Manchester 2023: Levelling up the media landscape
This year’s second JournoFest panel focussed on ‘Levelling up the media landscape’ and the differences between regional and national news.
JournoFest Manchester 2023: BBC broadcast journalist Rachel Burden
BBC Breakfast and Radio 5 Live Breakfast presenter Rachel Burden was the keynote speaker for our first JournoFest in Manchester.
Code red: How I made a documentary exploring period poverty in the UK
Trainee Mia Williams shares how she spent her £1,000 summer bursary making a documentary exploring period poverty in the UK.
The School of Journalism trainees enjoy night to remember at London Press Club Ball 2023
A group of The School of Journalism trainees got the opportunity to network with top names in journalism at the exclusive London Press Club Ball.
Full lineup revealed for first ever JournoFest Manchester
News Associates’ renowned journalism conference JournoFest is back for the second time this year…in Manchester!
Global Academy partners with News Associates to deliver journalism course
The Global Academy and News Associates have teamed up to offer a journalism qualification to 16-18-year-old students.
Keeping up with The Times: how I spent a week in a national newsroom
School of Journalism trainee Holly Nichols shares how she spent her £1,000 summer bursary working for The Times.
Programmes, portfolios & producing: how I spent my summer on placement at BBC Wales
School of Journalism trainee Cymbeline Young shares how he spent his £1,000 summer bursary working for BBC Wales.
What is Threads and how is it useful for journalists?
Journalism in 2023 involves much more than writing articles. Here is everything we know about Threads and how to use it as a journalist!
News Associates chosen to launch and deliver The Times Summer Academy
News Associates is delighted to have teamed up with The Times to deliver their inaugural Summer Academy.
NEWS ASSOCIATES TRAINEES PRODUCE CORONATION COVERAGE FIT FOR A KING
After weeks of anticipation and planning our trainees were out in full force to cover the coronation of King Charles III.
News Associates trainees cover every Greater Manchester local election count
Local elections took place across Greater Manchester on May 4, 2023, and News Associates Manchester trainees covered them all – attending every single one of the region’s vote counts.
JournoFest 2023: What is the next big thing in journalism panel
Our JournoFest panellists discuss the question ‘what is the next big thing in journalism?’ and how AI will transform the journalism industry.
JournoFest 2023: What makes great journalism panel
This year’s second JournoFest panel focussed on ‘What makes journalism great?’, and discussed the core elements of compelling journalism.
JournoFest 2023: In conversation with The Times chairman John Witherow
Times Newspapers chairman John Witherow was the keynote speaker for our seventh annual journalism conference JournoFest.
UCAS Clearing 2023 explained
If you change your mind or don’t get the grades you need for your firm or insurance choice, you can apply through UCAS Clearing.
UCAS Extra 2023 explained
If you’ve applied for university and used all five of your original UCAS choices, UCAS Extra gives you another chance to gain a place.
Victoria Derbyshire shares invaluable journalism advice with News Associates trainees
News Associates hosted legendary BBC broadcast journalist Victoria Derbyshire for a talk and Q&A with our London and Manchester trainees.
NEWS ASSOCIATES PRESENTS JOURNOFEST 2023: FULL LINEUP REVEALED
News Associates’ annual journalism conference JournoFest is back for its seventh year!
Second Innovation of the Year accolade for News Associates at NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2022
News Associates won ‘Innovation of the Year’ at the NCTJ Awards for Excellence for the second time, while two graduates also scooped top prizes.
BEHIND THE SCENES WITH TRAVEL AND ENTERTAINMENT FREELANCE JOURNALIST KAREN EDWARDS
Travel, lifestyle and entertainment freelance journalist Karen Edwards shared her advice and experiences with News Associates.
The best journalism TikTok accounts to follow
So you’ve made it to journalism TikTok, what now? The app is no longer associated with dancing videos, but is saturated with the latest news.
Times Newspapers chairman keynote speaker for News Associates journalism conference JournoFest
Times Newspapers chairman John Witherow is the keynote speaker for our seventh annual journalism conference JournoFest.
Tips and advice for first year journalism degree students
Second year and third year School of Journalism trainees share their advice for first year journalism degree students
My first journalism job as an assistant producer
Now an assistant producer at GB News, Mariana Viveiros shares her journey since graduating from the School of Journalism.
My first journalism job as a local news reporter
Now a news reporter for Hull Live, Rahima shares her journey since graduating from the School of Journalism.
School of Journalism trainee up for ‘Podcast of the Year’ at NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2022
A School of Journalism trainee is nominated for ‘Podcast of the Year’ in the NCTJ Awards for Excellence 2022.
Festival filming: How I spent my summer bursary covering Edinburgh Fringe
Second year School of Journalism trainee Finn Toal shares how he spent his £1,000 summer bursary covering the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Going for gold: How I spent my summer bursary covering the European Championships in Munich
School of Journalism trainee Andreas Shinarakis shares how he spent his £1,000 summer bursary covering the European Championships in Munich.
Live on air: How I spent my summer bursary working for BBC radio
We offer each of our trainees a summer bursary of up to £1,000 every summer of their degree to spend on journalism work experience or a journalism project, giving them the unique opportunity to travel and explore the areas of journalism they are passionate about.
Lionesses victory: How I spent my summer bursary covering the Women’s Euro win
Final year trainee Lily explains how she covered the Women’s Euro 2022 for MailOnline for her summer bursary placement.
School of Journalism trainees enjoy night of glamour at London Press Club Ball
A group of School of Journalism trainees got the opportunity to network with top names in journalism at the exclusive London Press Club Ball.