The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford, has opened applications for the 2026 Reuters Institute Journalist Fellowship Programme, offering journalists from across the world a fully funded opportunity to advance their professional practice in the United Kingdom.
The fellowship, hosted at the University of Oxford, runs for a duration of three or six months and is designed to enable journalists undertake in-depth research, engage with global media leaders, and strengthen their reporting and analytical skills within a world-class academic environment.
According to details of the programme, most selected fellows will receive full funding, which covers programme fees, a £2,000 monthly allowance to support living costs, as well as travel and visa expenses. Fellows will also benefit from access to Oxford’s extensive academic resources, expert networks, and opportunities for professional development and global exposure.
The programme is open to journalists of all nationalities, reflecting the Reuters Institute’s commitment to fostering diverse perspectives and strengthening quality journalism worldwide. Participants are expected to pursue independent research projects relevant to contemporary journalism and media practice.
The application deadline is February 13, 2026. Interested applicants can access full details via https://scholarshipscorner.website/, while direct applications can be submitted through the Reuters Institute website at https://reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/our-journalist-fellows.
The fellowship is supported by the Thomson Reuters Foundation, the Reuters Institute, and the University of Oxford.
The opportunity was shared by the Professor Isa Pantami Foundation (PIP Foundation) as part of its commitment to promoting education, empowerment, and community development across Africa, particularly by expanding access to global learning and professional development opportunities.
