Eight applicants have been invited for interview and will be questioned by a panel of editors and senior journalists next month.
The interviews will take place at Pearson in London on Friday 7 December. The interviewees will be asked various questions about their passion for journalism, financial need and diversity.
Successful interviewees will be awarded a bursary to cover the cost of their journalism training. A contribution towards travel or living expenses may also be awarded depending on financial need.
Those starting an accredited course in February or March 2013 can apply for the fourth round of bursaries. The closing date for applications is Friday 21 December 2012.
About the Journalism Diversity Fund
The Journalism Diversity Fund says: “The Journalism Diversity Fund was set up by those in the media industry who want to join together to support the training of journalists from ethnically and socially diverse backgrounds.
Editors recognize it is vital that journalists reporting the news reflect the communities they serve. The fund is aimed at people without the financial means to attend NCTJ training courses. Courses are run at universities, colleges and private training providers across the UK.
Applicants can be sixth formers, graduates, mature students, or professionals looking for a career change, but all need to demonstrate a genuine commitment to journalism and the potential to be successful.”
