Are you a journalist or studying to become one? Are you looking to pursue a career in international relations or security studies? If yes, then you can apply to the Online “School of Security and NATO studies” organized by Tirana Centre for Journalistic Excellence (TCJE), with the financial support of NATO.

The ‘School of Security and NATO studies’ will be held in October-November 2020 and the lectures will be conducted in Albanian. With a growing interest of news about Albania as part of NATO and security issues in general, the School aims to provide the participants with thorough knowledge on topics related to NATO’s history and Albania’s role in it, as well as security challenges Albania is faced with; terrorism and violent extremism in Albania and the region and media’s role in reporting and fighting it. Through ten thematic interactive sessions, the participants will discuss the future of NATO in light of potential security challenges, the return of geopolitics in the Balkans as well as cyber security.  

Eligibility

• Undergraduate students who are enrolled in the 1st semester or higher when applying, Master or PhD students and young graduates from the Journalism Department are eligible to apply.
• Candidates’ field of studies should have a focus on journalism, international relations and diplomacy or political studies.
• The applicants should be older than 19 years when applying.
• A very good command of Albanian is required. English is an asset.

How to apply?

All interested candidates are requested to apply by filling in this application form.

Deadline for applications: October 9^th 2020