NCTJ International - Price £525.00

You can now do a newspaper journalism course with the UK's NCTJ qualifications - online.

Our online international newspaper journalism course will give you one of the country's leading journalism trainers as your personal tutor and mentor - and the qualifications and experience needed to start a career in journalism.

That could be on a paper, a magazine, a radio station or a website.
This course has an excellent record of finding people jobs - and provides exactly the same qualifications offered by NCTJ-accredited colleges.

• Is this a proper course?
  
  Yes, we are recognised by the UK Government and are fully accredited.
  
  See Why you can trust us.
  
  
• Who is the course for?
  
  The course is open to anybody who does not live in the United Kingdom, and who is serious about a career in journalism. It is particularly suitable for people who:
  
  
  • Have commitment abroad, and are not able to attend an NCTJ college
  • Who are entering journalism late in life
  • Who are considering a career-change
  
  
  It is NOT for those who are just thinking about journalism. It is aimed at people who want to be working for a newspaper within the next 1-2 years. It is quite possible to complete the course in nine months - but you can take it more slowly if you have heavy commitments already.
  
  
• Do you have many students in other countries?
  
  We have students right across the world - see Studying Abroad.
  
  
• What does it cover?
  
  You will cover these subjects from the NCTJ syllabus:
  
  
  • Journalism
  • Law 2 (general reporting)
  • PA 2 (Central Government).
  
  
  For further details, see What you'll study and Syllabus
  
  
• How long will the course take?
  
  It's up to you. You can work at your own speed, and fit your studies around your other commitments. But as a rough guide, this course takes around nine to 12 months to complete.
  
  
• Who is my tutor?
  
  Your tutor will be Cleland Thom, who is recognised as one of the UK's leading trainers for the NCTJ exams. Find out about him.
  
  
• Is there any tutorial support?
  
  Yes, you can email your tutor any time - as often as you need to. This is really helpful in the run-up to the exams. We guarantee to respond within two working days, although it is usually much quicker. We will phone you if there is an issue that cannot be dealt with by email. In this course, you will get tutorial support for:
  
  
  • All aspects of your studies
  • Marking your assignments
  • Coaching for NCTJ exams
  • Marking mock exam papers
  • Finding work attachment
  • Finding work
  • Preparing for job interviews
  • Career guidance
  
  
  
• What equipment do I need?
  
  Access to a computer with internet facilities, Microsoft Word software (or equivalent), and an email account. Some of our students study in internet cafes and libraries if they do not have their own equipment.
  
  
• Do I need any skills or qualifications to enrol?
  
  We consider every application on its merits. You will probably have A levels or a degree and plenty of commitment and motivation.
  
  Why not take the NCTJ's own aptitude test at www.nctj.com
  
  This will give you an idea of your suitability for our course - though we do not insist that you pass it.
  
  
• What qualifications will I get?
  
  The NCTJ Preliminary Certificate, and the CTJT diploma, which is accredited by the UK's Open and Distance Learning Quality Council.
  
  
• What is this qualification worth?
  
  The Diploma is widely recognised right across the media and beyond, mainly due to the large number of organisations where we have delivered training courses and have personal contacts. Check them out.
  
  
• What can I expect to do at the end of the course?
  
  Get a job as a reporter, or possibly a senior reporter, on a newspaper or a news website, either in your own country or in the UK.
  
  
• What about arrangements for external exams?
  
  You will sit the three NCTJ exams and the journalism Portfolio.
  
  We will remind you when to enter, and will advise you on which subjects to sit. You post your entry off to the NCTJ with the appropriate fee - around £35 per subject, which is not included in the course fee.
  
  Arrangements will be made for you to sit the exams at a venue near to your home. This could be in the offices of a newspaper, or somewhere arranged by the British Council.
  
  We will help you with the arrangements, either by putting you in touch with the British Council, or by asking for the help of a newspaper in your area.
  
  You will need to give proof of identity before sitting the exams.
  
  
• What are your exam success rates?
  
  Our NCTJ exam success rates over the past five years are as good as, or better than, most colleges.
  
  We are one of the only organisations to put our results on our website - we've nothing to hide! Check them out.
  
  Make sure you find out the pass rates at any other college or institution you are applying to.
  
  
• What if I am disabled?
  
  Not a problem - see Equal Opportunities.
  
  
• How many hours a week do I spend studying?
  
  It's entirely up to you. With home study, you work at your own pace. You can do extra work when things are quiet, and work more slowly, or take time out from the course if you are busy.
  
  
• Are there any time limits or deadlines?
  
  No.
  
  
• How much is the course?
  
  £525. This covers everything apart from NCTJ exam and registration fees, (around £250) which are paid to them, when you enter.
  
  Our fee covers all teaching material, textbooks and tutor support.
  
  
• How do I pay?
  
  See Payment Options. Career Development Loans are available if you are a UK resident.
  
  
• Are instalments available?
  
  Yes.
  
  You can pay in four consecutive monthly instalments of £125, either by cheque, standing order or by using a Paypal instalment plan.
  
  Email us if you wish to discuss other instalment arrangements.
  
  
• When can I start?
  
  Any time you like - straight away if you want to!
  
  
• Can I change courses once I start?
  
  Yes, no problem. We charge a small administration fee when you transfer.
  
  
• Is there careers guidance and support?
  
  Yes, you can email your tutor any time.
  
  
• Can I contact other students before enrolling?
  
  Yes, definitely - we encourage this. Email us if you would like us to put you in touch with them. We would prefer you to speak to them directly, rather than take our word for things.
  
  
• How do I enrol?
  
  You can enrol online clicking the Enrol Now button. There are several options available to you for payment.
  
  
• Do I have to sign anything?
  
  Yes, we ask you to accept our Student Learning Agreement. This is binding on you - and us, so we both know where we stand. Please read the SLA carefully before you enrol.
  
  
• What happens after I enrol?
  
  Once you have enrolled, we will contact you by email the same working day.
  
  If you pay using PayPal, they will email us once your payment has been processed. We will then enrol you as soon as possible - the same working day.
  
  We will send you your introductory course materials and first Module, using the email address you provided PayPal.
  
  Our offices are open Monday-Friday, 9am - 5.30pm GMT. If you enrol during evenings or weekends, we will be in touch as soon as we open again.
  
  

Further questions? Please email us