TOL Summer Journalism Courses - 2010

  Czech Republic

• Prague: 
Prague

Term: Summer 

Description: Join TOL this summer in Prague for our regular summer journalism courses.

The courses bring together participants from around the world, and feature practical training from journalists who have reported for respected media such as the BBC, Reuters, the New York Times, the Guardian, CBS, the Washington Post and Newsweek.

* Investigative Journalism (July 18-23)
A one-week course led by Mark Schapiro from the Center for Investigative Reporting. Students will learn how to start and sustain an investigation, learn interviewing techniques, build a case, handle sources and adapt the story for different types of media.

* Foreign Correspondent Training Course (July 25 - August 2)
This popular nine-day course features practical training and advice from experienced foreign correspondents. Students will also research, write and file their own story from Prague a real taste of international reporting.

* Photo Journalism (August 2-7)
A mixture of training and practical shooting sessions, students will learn new techniques and complete a photo essay under the guidance of two international photojournalists.

Highlights: Who can apply?

The courses are open to university and college students, and working journalists. Others with a serious interest in journalism can also apply. Please contact us for specific eligibility requirements for each of the courses.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: According to course

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Czech Republic Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Scholarships are Available. Scholarships may be available, though preference will be given to citizens of Central and Eastern Europe.

Application Process Involves:

• Resume
• Written Application

Transitions Online's Mission Statement: TOL (Transitions) is a non-profit organisation based in Prague. We support the development of a strong, independent media, and last year trained over 300 journalists and journalism students from some 50 countries. Our trainers are professional journalists who have reported for highly-respected media outlets such as the BBC, The Economist, CBS, The Guardian and The New York Times.

Year Founded: 1999