The BIRN Summer School of Investigative Reporting 2012 is announced for mid-career journalists, young journalists interested in gathering extensive knowledge regarding investigative reporting techniques. The working language of this course is English.
The BIRN Summer School of Investigative Reporting is for:
· Editors interested in encouraging investigative reporting in their media outlets
· Representatives of higher education establishments interested in incorporating investigative journalism into their curriculum
· International correspondents from the Balkans or elsewhere, interested in finding out about the challenges faced by their regional colleagues
· Representatives of organizations involved in the fight against organized crime and corruption.
The course fee of 790 Euros is all-inclusive, covering tuition, room and all meals. The fee also includes BIRN’s published textbook “Digging Deeper: A Guide for Investigative Journalists in the Balkans”.
Early birds fee:
Applications received by 20 June 2012 will be charged a reduced fee of 650 Euros.
Scholarships:
A limited number of full scholarships will be available to exceptional candidates. These will be awarded on a merit and need basis and may additionally cover up to €100 in travel cost.
Eligibility criteria for Scholarships
- · South East European journalists
- · At least three years of experience in journalism
- · Applicants must supply a sample of their published work translated into English
Application Deadline:
Applications for scholarships must be received by 1st August 2012
Standard applications (for no scholarship applicants) must be received by 9th August, 2012
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