The Shoprite Group is inviting applications for its Biological and Agricultural Sciences Bursary for the 2026 academic year. This bursary offers financial assistance to students pursuing degrees in biological and agricultural sciences and provides an opportunity to join the Freshmark team after graduation.
What Is This Bursary Program?
The bursary funds talented students in the Biological and Agricultural Sciences field, helping them complete their studies while preparing them for potential career opportunities within Shoprite’s Freshmark division—Africa’s largest distributor of grocery products.
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be 27 years or younger
- Be in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study in 2026
- Be registered for a BSc degree in one of the following fields:
- Microbiology
- Botany
- Horticulture
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Management (Crop/Plant Production focus)
- Agronomy
- Maintain a minimum 60% aggregate
Required Documentation
Applicants should prepare and submit the following:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Latest academic transcript
- Proof of registration at a recognised South African university
- Updated CV
- Any additional supporting documents required
The Bursary Sponsor – Shoprite Group
The Shoprite Group is Africa’s largest food retailer and a leader in the retail sector. Through this bursary, Shoprite invests in nurturing young talent and developing the next generation of agricultural and biological science professionals to support its Freshmark operations.
Closing Date
30 September 2025
Applications must be submitted online. Email applications will not be accepted.
How to Apply
Applications must be completed online via the Shoprite Bursary Application Portal.
For queries, email: Bursary@shoprite.co.za
⚠️ Important: Email applications will not be accepted.