Reuters-Oxford Journalism Fellowship Programme 2026-27

Reuters-Oxford Journalism Fellowship Programme 2026-27 is an opportunity offered by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford to mid-career journalists. This fellowship provides journalists to explore journalism in further depth. The selected candidates shall receive monthly stipend of £2,000 and other benefits.

The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford is offering this opportunity.

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

• have a minimum of five years’ journalistic experience, or in exceptional cases be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of journalistic expertise.
• not be working in public affairs, public relations, or corporate communications at the time of application.
• be working as a journalist (freelance work is acceptable and not a barrier to application).
• be a journalist from any region of the world, including Europe, Africa, the Asia-Pacific region, North America, or Latin America.
• intend to return to journalistic work after completing the fellowship.
• be able to understand and participate in discussions conducted in English.  

The selected candidates shall receive:

• Monthly stipend of £2,000 ( ₹2,43,777 approx.)
• Travel expenses (To and from UK)
• Visa expenses

Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below. 
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• Project proposal (one-page, PDF format)
• Motivation letter (one-page)
• Curriculum Vitae (two-page, PDF format)
• Two letters of reference (one-page each, PDF format)
• Summary of proposed project idea (150 words)

(Note: The maximum permissible size limit for PDFs is 25 MB.) 

The scholars are selected based on their previous experience and level of expertise.

Application Start: 07th January 2026
Application Deadline: 13th February 2026

Question: Who is offering this scholarship opportunity?
Answer: The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford is offering this opportunity.

Question: Who can apply for this scholarship?
Answer: Mid-career journalists are eligible for this scholarship. 

Question: What are the benefits of this scholarship?
Answer: The selected candidates shall receive monthly stipend of £2,000 and other benefits. 

Question: What is the last date to apply for this scholarship?
Answer: The last date to apply for this scholarship is 13th February 2026.

Question: How many fellows are selected through this programme?
Answer: Thirty(30) fellows are selected through this programme. 

Question: What is the duration of these fellowships?
Answer: These fellowships are available for three to six months depending on the funding available. 

• Selected candidates are expected to be physically present at Oxford for the entire duration of the internship. However, they are allowed to travel for short durations provided they do not miss any major events.
• Fellows should refrain from indulging in professional work during the entire duration of the fellowship.