Applications now open until 31 August 2024 – The ‘Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary Programme’ provides financial aid in the form of a scholarship or bursary to deserving learners with the support of UCT Online High School’s incredible corporate partners with a goal to extend this support to 1,000 learners by January 2025.
The debut ‘UCT Online High School Learning Liberated Scholarship Programme’ launched on 31 July 2023 to invest in the education of talented learners from economically disadvantaged families, who demonstrated academic potential, had aspirations for tertiary education, and the intent to make a positive and impactful contribution to the nation.
In a little over four weeks since the launch in 2023, the need for widespread financial support was evidently clear – more than 8,000 families showed interest to see if their family would qualify for the partial Grade 8-11 National Senior Certificate (NSC) scholarships for the January 2024 intake. The programme now supports over 200 learners and this fund provides full or partial financial aid through scholarships or bursaries to deserving learners, both current and prospective.
In January 2024, Sasria SOC LTD and UCT Online High School welcomed a cohort of 100 learners into the Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary Programme – with a total investment of approximately R8 million over 5 years.The Sasria UCT Online High School Scholarship is a key component of Sasria’s strategy for value creation. It’s a critical tool for enhancing business, strengthening South Africa’s financial and insurance sectors, and supporting communities. Heartfelt learner testimonials received from the beneficiaries of the scholarship is testament to how meaningful this initiative is to both their academic and personal lives. The learners dedication and passion serve as motivation to the ongoing efforts of expanding quality education to all learners in the country.
In January 2022, Sanlam partnered with UCT Online High School to launch the Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary Programme, welcoming the first group of 100 learners – with a total investment of approximately R14 million over 5 years. The Sanlam UCT Online High School Scholarship was designed to equip South Africa with essential skills for the fourth industrial revolution. It aligns with Sanlam’s mission to empower generations of Africans with financial confidence, security, and prosperity. The scholarship is also part of a broader strategy to foster diverse talent pipelines to support South Africa’s financial services sector and other vital industries. Watch their personal stories below:
Announcing the Learning Liberated Scholarship & Bursary Programme
This year, UCT Online High School announces the new and more-accessible ‘Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary Programme’ (LLSB) which aims to provides financial aid in the form of a scholarship or bursary to deserving learners with the support of UCT Online High School’s incredible corporate partners with a goal to extend this support to 1,000 learners by January 2025. UCT Online High School is launching the Programme to unleash South Africa’s learning potential. The mission is to make online education as affordable as possible to provide more education opportunities to bright young South Africans. As a result, they are collaborating with Corporate South Africa to make this vision a reality by unlocking the funds to make this possible.
The Learning Liberated Scholarship Programme has been expanded to include bursaries, making it the Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary Programme. UCT Online High School are introducing 1000 partial bursaries that cover 80% of the annual school fees, with parents covering the remaining 20%.
The Learning Liberated Scholarship or Bursary Programme offers partial scholarships or bursaries for a January 2025 start date to make education more accessible to a diverse range of learners who may not afford the full tuition. This approach allows for more efficient distribution of financial aid, supporting a larger number of learners with available funds. Additionally, funding through donations and philanthropy increases support for the programme, as donors can see their tangible impact on multiple learners. Partial scholarships or bursaries also foster a sense of commitment among recipients to maintain academic performance, leading to higher success rates. Furthermore, this financial assistance helps learners and their families manage education costs.
The ‘UCT Online High School Learning Liberated Scholarship & Bursary Programme’ applications are now officially open and will close at midnight on 31 August 20234. All applications will be reviewed for shortlisting by the end of September 2024 with successful recipients notified in early October 2024. These successful recipients will begin their schooling in January 2025 at UCT Online High School.
Learning Liberated Scholarship & Bursary Eligibility Criteria
In order for a scholarship or bursary applicant to be considered as a ‘UCT Online High School Learning Liberated Scholarship & Bursary Programme’ candidate, the following eligibility criteria must be met:
- Applicant must be a South African citizen
- Applicant must reside in South Africa
- At least one of the applicant’s parents must be a South African citizen
- Applicant must be age appropriate for the grades to which they are applying (grades 8-11)
- Applicant must want to complete the CAPS curriculum resulting in the National Senior Certificate (NSC)
- Applicant must demonstrate financial need (the family household income may not exceed R350,000 per annum or R29,000 per month)
- Applicants applying for entry into:
1. Grades 8-10 must obtain a minimum 50% average in both English (Home Language) and Mathematics
2. Grade 11 must obtain a minimum 50% average in English (Home Language) and 40% average in either Mathematics or Maths Literacy - Applicant must have aspirations to pursue a tertiary education and career after school
- Applicant must have access to stable internet, a laptop or desktop, and a printer
- Applicant must have a safe learning environment with necessary support from at least 1 adult champion/supervisor
For more information, FAQ’s, and to see if you qualify for the ‘UCT Online High School Learning Liberated Scholarship Programme’, visit the website for more details.
UCT Online High School invites corporate and philanthropic partners to join us in empowering the future of South Africa by joining our UCT Online High School Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary programme and sponsoring scholarships and bursaries for deserving learners who might otherwise not have the opportunity to pursue their educational goals. For more information, interested corporates can visit http://uctonlinehighschool.com/scholarships.
With the kind and generous support of numerous corporations and sponsors, the ‘UCT Online High School Learning Liberated Scholarship Programme’ has been launched because UCT Online High School believes that these ambitious, intrinsically motivated and responsibly minded young people have the potential to access leading tertiary institutions for further education. UCT Online High School is currently working with these notable corporate and philanthropic partners to join them in empowering the future of South Africa to make education more accessible to a diverse range of learners who may not afford the full tuition. This corporate approach allows for more efficient distribution of financial aid, supporting a larger number of learners with available funds. Additionally, funding through donations and philanthropy increases support for the programme, as donors can see their tangible impact on multiple learners. Partial scholarships also foster a sense of commitment among recipients to maintain academic performance, leading to higher success rates. Furthermore, this financial assistance helps learners and their families manage rising education costs.
“We are thrilled to announce that the Learning Liberated Scholarship and Bursary Programme has already attracted interest from over 8,000 families eager to see if they qualify, even before the application process officially began. Building on last year’s success, where we funded 100 learners, we are now aiming to expand our reach to support 1000 learners this year. In response to the overwhelming demand, we’ve adapted our academic achievement criteria to broaden the impact across the country. It’s evident that South African families are seeking financial assistance for their children’s education, and we are committed to making a significant difference with the aid of our corporate partners nationwide,” says Munei Tshiovhe, Corporate Partnerships Manager at UCT Online High School.
South Africa’s education system is currently facing unprecedented challenges – with an insufficient number of teachers, limited infrastructure, and inadequate resources, the country’s youth are struggling to access quality education. In response to these challenges, UCT Online High School offers a solution that is both innovative and accessible, providing high-quality education at an affordable cost.
Celebrating and honouring their first Matric cohort in 2023
SACAI Accredited schools in South Africa for 2023, with 6 distinctions.
The Matric class of 2023 – for their perseverance and dedication in earning their National Senior Certificate (NSC) with SACAI, our accrediting body, despite the obstacles they encountered. In 2023, over 900 grade 12 learners registered for their final NSC exams, and they’re incredibly proud that three of their learners ranked among the top 12 SACAI learners in South Africa, with Tanya du Toit taking the top spot by achieving 6 distinctions. Her success highlights the dedication of the learners and the inclusive environment that is fostered at UCT Online High School.
The UCT Online High School employs a unique learning model, combining self-paced learning with structured flexibility. This approach has allowed the school to adapt its teaching methods based on data-driven insights, ensuring the best possible outcomes for learners. The school’s commitment to continuous improvement is evident in the enhancements made to its learning model throughout 2022 and into 2023 and 2024, which have resulted in significant learning gains for learners across all grades. Trusted by 8,000+ parents across the country.
Education is the cornerstone of social and economic development, and by investing in these learners’ futures along with the support of their parents, we are contributing to the growth and prosperity of the country as a whole.
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