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Press Association Academy celebrates wins at NCTJ Awards for Excellence
Delighted to see Press Association Academy scoop three of the top prizes at the NCTJ Awards for Excellence.
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Press Association Academy Apprentices Lead the Way at the NCTJ Awards for Excellence
The start of 2026 has seen SEVEN current and former apprentice journalist being shortlisted for the prestigious NCTJ Awards for Excellence.
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Why the NCTJ is the right certification for you
Breaking into journalism takes more than passion. It takes tenacity, practical skills, and an understanding of how to tell compelling multimedia stories.
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Shining Stars: NCTJ Award Nominees from Press Association Academy
Our brilliant journalist apprentices and diploma students have been shortlisted 17 times in the 2024 NCTJ Awards for Excellence.
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From classroom to newsroom: Five ways the NCTJ diploma prepares you for success
Starting a career in journalism can be both exciting and overwhelming.
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Is an NCTJ Diploma right for you? What you need to know before applying
Studying for an NCTJ Level 5 journalism diploma could be the next exciting step in your career, but it's normal to question whether the course is right for you.
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NCTJ Awards success for our trainee and apprentice journalists
Huge congrats to our three winners and six finalists who were recognised at the NCTJ Awards.
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Celebrating top NCTJ awards for former trainees Imran and Chris
One of the most rewarding parts of being a tutor, and I am sure my fellow colleagues would agree, is following the progress of our trainees after each course finishes.