PRAGUE - Join the Bakala Foundation’s international summer course and become a top journalist. You can apply until 13 April 2026.
Are you an enthusiastic journalism student looking to gain a complete toolkit of media skills from the industry's top professionals? Do you love to write but are also interested in other forms of journalism? Apply for the Journey international summer school – we will cover all your expenses for accommodation, travel, and meals!
The ten-day intensive Journey course offers a unique opportunity to learn about the latest methods and trends in media through seminars, workshops, and practical exercises. This journalism program is led by top professionals from renowned global media outlets and agencies such as CNN, The New York Times, VSquare, Reuters, Associated Press, and others. Our lecturers also include recipients of the prestigious Pulitzer Prize.
Learn from the best in the field, gain practical skills, build an international network of professional contacts, and become a great journalist.
How to Apply & Eligibility
- Journalism and media students who have completed at least two semesters of university/college and have a serious interest in working in the journalism field.
- Students from other disciplines who have experience with journalism or demonstrate a strong motivation to become journalists.
Fluency in English is a program requirement. - Previous journalistic work: Short list of relevant publications or clips is required in the application (writing samples, podcasts, video links, or photo galleries)
- Age limit: The program is open to candidates born in or after December 1993.
- Two-round selection: The selection process consists of two rounds.
1st round: evaluation of the submitted application and portfolio by an expert jury
2nd round: English language check.
More info: bakalafoundation.org