Applications are now open for the 2026 Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme, a fully-funded media research and professional development opportunity provided by the Al Jazeera Media Institute (AJMI).
This fellowship is designed for experienced journalists and researchers who are interested in conducting in-depth media and journalism studies while gaining hands-on experience within the Al Jazeera Media Network.
Fellowship Summary
- Host: Al Jazeera Media Institute
- Category: Research Fellowships | Professional Training
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward:
- Full Training and Research Support
- Professional Networking & Mentorship
- Work Immersion with the Al Jazeera Media Network
- Language Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 4, 2025
Fellowship Details
The Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme offers journalists and media researchers the opportunity to produce a 7,000-word research paper on an approved topic within the field of journalism and media. Participants will engage with newsroom teams, editors, media professionals, and researchers, gaining practical insight into global news production.
The fellowship focuses on promoting academic and industry-driven research addressing emerging trends, challenges, and ethical considerations within journalism.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the 2026 Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme, applicants must:
- Hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree
- Be a full-time journalist or researcher (freelance or employed)
- Have a minimum of 4 years professional experience in journalism or research
- Demonstrate strong research and writing ability
- Be fluent in English (speaking and writing)
- Have the ability to write in formal English academic style
- Note: The English Fellowship is open only to applicants from non-Arab countries (Arabic speakers may apply to the Arabic Fellowship Programme)
Duration and Programme Structure
The fellowship runs for two months, divided into two stages:
- Phase 1 (Remote): Submission of research plan and introductory sections
- Phase 2 (On-site at Al Jazeera Headquarters): Completion and final submission of research paper
Research Areas
Priority will be given to research topics relating to digital journalism in the Arab world, especially:
- Journalism and the Global South
- Digital Journalism
- New Schools of Journalism
- Media Ethics & Responsibility
- Institutional Media Challenges
Required Documents
Applicants must provide the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Fellowship Research Proposal (Title, Focus Area, Objectives, Methodology, Abstract)
- Signed Letter of Commitment
- Three English-language work samples
- Two Letters of Recommendation
How to Apply
To apply for the Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme,
- Interested and qualified candidates should visit the application portal
- Complete the required submissions before the deadline.
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