Organisation: Shoprite Group
Opportunity Type: Bursary
Location: South Africa
Application Periods: February & July (annually)
About the Bursary
The Shoprite Group Bursary Programme provides comprehensive financial support to students pursuing higher education in scarce and high-demand fields.
The bursary covers:
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Tuition fees
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On-campus accommodation
Each bursary includes a work-back agreement, offering successful graduates guaranteed employment opportunities within the Shoprite Group — creating a clear pathway from study to career with one of South Africa’s leading retailers.
Fields of Study Covered
Bursaries are awarded in the following priority areas:
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Food Science
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Chartered Accounting
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Supply Chain & Logistics
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Biological Sciences
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Agricultural Sciences
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Retail Business Management
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E-commerce & related retail fields
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
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Be South African youth under the age of 27
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Be registered or planning to register for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree
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Study at an accredited South African university
Requirements
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Meet the academic requirements for the chosen field of study
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Each bursary category has specific qualifying criteria
Applicants are encouraged to review individual bursary requirements before applying.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online via Shoprite’s official bursary platform.
Important Notes
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Applications open twice a year:
February and July -
Bursaries are awarded for the following academic year
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Limited funding available — early application is encouraged
NextStepZA Tip
This bursary is ideal for students seeking financial support + guaranteed work experience after graduation.