Student opportunity to shop for ‘rite’ bursary

SHOPRITE is offering R20-million worth of bursaries for the 2017 academic year.

The group said it is still not too late to seek financial support to complete tertiary qualifications in programmes such as pharmacy, chartered accounting, logistics, industrial engineering, IT, hospitality, retail business management and professional cookery.

‘Candidates may qualify for a bursary of up to R70 000, depending on the course and institution, which allows for tuition, books and accommodation,’ said Shoprite and Checkers Publicity Manager Alleyne Smith.

‘Additionally, each of the bursaries is linked to a ‘work back’ agreements with the Shoprite Group, giving students the boost they need to kick-start a great career.

‘The Shoprite Group recognises the value of investing in opportunities for young people to obtain a qualification and acquire the necessary skills for gainful employment.’

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Over the last two decades, the group has created over 2 700 opportunities to the value of R110-million.

The retailer has increased its support to students in line with demand for access to tertiary education over the past few years, and is looking to fill close to 300 study opportunities for this year.

Prospective students are urged to apply online at www.shopritebemore.com

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