JILeaders Industry Scholarship

• Typically 50-100% of tuition fees (2026/27 entry).
• Covers the one-year, part-time PGCert, with weekly online sessions, three intensive study blocks a year (one online, two in Preston, hybrid participation available), an industry mentor and applied learning projects.

1. Submit the scholarship application alongside your application to the Journalism Innovation & Leadership programme.
2. Provide a personal statement covering professional background, leadership experience, reasons for applying and how you will apply your learning.
3. Provide evidence of an undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience.
4. Provide evidence of English language proficiency where required.
5. Supply any additional documents requested during admissions.

• Personal statement
• Evidence of an undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience
• Evidence of English language proficiency where required
• Any additional documentation requested during admissions

Awarded competitively. Shortlisted applicants are interviewed by members of the programme team.