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<p>The department has not discussed the impact of the requirements needed for the
National Qualification in journalism with the National Council for the Training of
Journalists (NCTJ), newspapers or other media organisations. Higher education (HE)
courses are designed and delivered by individual institutions, such as universities
and colleges, according to their own academic standards and quality assurance processes.
The government does not have a direct role in the development of the HE curriculum
or the content of the courses. The government's role is to provide a regulatory framework
for HE in England, which aims to protect the interests of students.</p><p>The government
recognises that shorthand is a valuable skill for journalists, and that the NCJT sets
the industry standard for journalism training and qualifications. The department acknowledges
that some disabled people may face difficulties or barriers in acquiring or demonstrating
shorthand proficiency, and that this may affect their access to and progression in
the journalism profession.</p><p>The department wants to ensure people of all ages
and backgrounds can study at universities.</p><p>Under the Equality Act 2010 and Disability
Discrimination Act, universities have the same responsibilities as all other service
providers. Universities must make reasonable adjustments to make sure students with
disabilities, or physical or mental health conditions, are not substantially disadvantaged.</p><p>
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