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Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries
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_The Reuters Institute, based at the University of Oxford, offers a limited number of [Journalist Fellowships](https://www.afterschoolafrica.com/33512/reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships/) each year. Do you have what it takes to be a hard-hitting journalist and vanguard for truth?_
The fully-funded Fellowships are aimed at practicing journalists from all over the world, to enable them to research a topic of their choice, related to their work and the broader media industry, before returning to newsrooms.
Furthermore, the Fellowships offer an opportunity to network with a global group of journalists, spend time away from the daily pressure of deadlines, and examine the key issues facing the industry, with input from leading experts and practitioners.
**You do not need to specify which particular source of funding you are applying for** – we will allocate the one most suitable for you based on your country of origin and research proposal.
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**Application deadline:** February 14, 2022
## Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Oxford / Reuters Institute Fellowships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/oxford-reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships-for-journalists-in-africa-and-other-developing-countries/#h-benefits-of-the-oxford-reuters-institute-fellowships)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Africans](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/oxford-reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships-for-journalists-in-africa-and-other-developing-countries/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-africans)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/oxford-reuters-institute-journalism-fellowships-for-journalists-in-africa-and-other-developing-countries/#h-how-to-apply)
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## Benefits of the Oxford / Reuters Institute Fellowships
Most Journalist Fellowships are fully-funded and cover living costs and accommodation. There are some opportunities for self-funded candidates. Some Fellowships are open only to candidates who are employees of the sponsoring organization.
For the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowship, the event can last one, two, or three terms.
## Eligibility Criteria for Africans
In order to qualify for the journalism fellowship opportunity, interested African journalists must first meet the basic requirements, which include the following:
- To be considered for a Fellowship you must have a minimum of five years’ journalistic experience, or in rare cases demonstrate the equivalent level of expertise.
- You will be able to write at a publishable level of English, allowing you to participate in the fellowship and produce papers when necessary. If English is not your first language, please present suitable evidence (this is an original certificate no more than two years old and issued by the relevant body) that you are at a suitable standard.
## How to Apply
To begin your application process, just fill out this [application form](https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6116228/Journalist-Fellowship-Programme-Application-Form-2022-2023.). Further information can be found on the [official scholarship website](https://reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/).
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Fellowship level
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
- Demonstrated financial need (most fully funded sponsors verify household income)
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Financial-need declaration or family-income statement (sponsor-specific template)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Fellowship level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the Oxford / Reuters Institute Journalism Fellowships for Journalists in Africa and Other Developing Countries fully funded?+
Funding model: Fully Funded. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.